The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI PO 2025 recruitment notification. The Preliminary Exam dates have now been officially confirmed by the bank. Interested candidates can start preparing as the first stage of the selection process is set to begin in early August.
The SBI PO Prelims 2025 will be conducted on 2nd, 4th, and 5th August 2025 across multiple exam centers in India.
Admit cards will be available for download in the 3rd or 4th week of July 2025.
SBI PO 2025 – Key Prelims Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
|
Online Application |
24 June – 14 July 2025 |
|
Prelims Admit Card Download |
3rd / 4th Week of July 2025 |
|
Preliminary Exam Dates |
2nd, 4th & 5th August 2025 |
|
Prelims Result |
August / September 2025 |
Prelims Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|
|
English Language |
40 |
20 Minutes |
|
Quantitative Aptitude |
30 |
20 Minutes |
|
Reasoning Ability |
30 |
20 Minutes |
|
Total |
100 |
1 Hour |
- Objective-type test for 100 marks
- 1/4th negative marking for wrong answers
- No sectional cut-off
Important Information
- Only candidates who qualify for the Prelims will be eligible for the Main Exam in September 2025
- The admit card will include the exam time, venue, and instructions
- Carry a valid photo ID proof and two passport-size photos
How to Download Admit Card:
- Visit: https://bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings
- Click on “SBI PO 2025 – CRPD/PO/2025-26/04”
- Log in with your registration number & date of birth
- Download and print your admit card