The SBI PO New Pattern has brought significant changes to the exam structure, making it crucial for aspirants to adapt their preparation strategies. For all SBI PO Aspirants, staying updated with the latest pattern is essential to secure success in this competitive exam. The revised pattern, announced in December 2024, introduces modifications in the sections, weightage, and difficulty levels, demanding a focused and well-planned approach.
Pattern changes in Prelims
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NEW PATTERN (2025) |
OLD PATTERN (2024) |
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S. No |
Name of Subjects |
No. of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Duration |
No. of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Duration |
Remarks |
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1 |
English Language |
40 |
40 |
20 Minutes |
30 |
30 |
20 Minutes |
Per Q time has been reduced — Increase your speed |
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2 |
Quantitative Aptitude |
30 |
30 |
20 Minutes |
35 |
35 |
20 Minutes |
Per Q time has been increased so Quant may be tough |
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3 |
Reasoning Ability |
30 |
30 |
20 Minutes |
35 |
35 |
20 Minutes |
Per Q time has been increased so Quant may be tough |
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Total |
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100 |
100 |
1 hour |
100 |
100 |
1 Hour |
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Pattern changes in Mains
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NEW PATTERN (2025) |
OLD PATTERN (2024) |
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S. No |
Name of Subjects |
No. of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Duration |
Old No. of Questions |
Old Maximum Marks |
Old Duration |
Remarks |
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1 |
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude |
40 |
60 |
50 Minutes |
45 |
60 |
60 Minutes |
Per Q time has been increased— Exam may be tougher |
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2 |
Data Analysis & Interpretation |
30 |
60 |
45 Minutes |
35 |
60 |
45 Minutes |
Per Q time has been increased— Exam may be tougher |
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3 |
General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness |
60 |
60 |
45 Minutes |
40 |
40 |
35 Minutes |
Per Q time has been decreased— Increase your speed |
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4 |
English Language |
40 |
20 |
40 Minutes |
35 |
40 |
40 Minutes |
Per Q time has been decreased— Increase your speed |
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Total |
170 |
200 |
3 hours |
155 |
200 |
3 Hours |
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Descriptive Test |
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50 |
30 Minutes |
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50 |
30 Minutes |
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Grand Total |
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250 |
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250 |
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To excel under the new format, selecting the right study material plays a pivotal role. Comprehensive and updated resources, such as SBI PO Books, tailored to the latest exam requirements, can give aspirants a competitive edge. Whether it’s mastering the Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, or General Awareness sections, aspirants need books that align with the latest changes and provide ample practice questions and mock tests.
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