SBI PO Preparation 2022: The State Bank of India (SBI) will conduct the SBI PO 2022 exam to select eligible candidates for the 1673 Probationary Officers vacancies in various SBI branches. SBI PO 2022 notification has been released on September 21, 2022. SBI PO exam pattern comprises of prelims, mains and psychometric test, interview & group exercises.

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The SBI PO prelims exam will be conducted on December 17, 18, 19 and 20, 2022. And, mains exam will be conducted in January/February 2023. The prelims exam consists of Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language. While the mains consist of Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, English Language, Data Analysis & Interpretation, and General/Economy/Banking Awareness. Scroll down to know more about the SBI PO Preparation 2022.

SBI PO Preparation Strategy 2022

Candidates must read the important SBI PO preparation strategy given below to make their study plan more efficient and effective. These pointers will guide the candidates to achieve their goals in less time and with thorough preparation.

• Have a thorough knowledge of syllabus and exam pattern: Knowing the syllabus and exam pattern will help you prepare the study plan. You can sort out the important topics and start your preparation.
• Refer to previous year’s papers and choose the right books: Go through the previous year’s papers; this will help you narrow down the syllabus and focus on the most important topics first. Also, refer to the right books to avoid waste of time.
• Build a preparation plan and divide your tasks: Calculate the time you have for preparation and prioritise the topics you need to study. Prepare a timetable to achieve your daily goals and allocate more time to the weaker sections of the syllabus.
• Prepare notes: Core reading will not be fruitful without efficient not-making. Always make notes of what you read. It has been proven that writing improves memory retention of topics you read.
• Practice: Practice all the important topics with solved examples and questions. Along with practice tests, solve various sample papers and previous years’ question papers to get acquainted with the paper pattern and difficulty level.
• Take SBI PO mock test to improve: Attempting mock tests will help you stay on track and learn from your mistakes. After practice, taking a mock test will also give you a hands-on experience of the real exam.
• Revise: Revision and consistent practice are the keys to cracking the SBI PO exam in the first attempt. Revise all the essential topics and go through the shortcuts to solve problems on a daily basis.
• Read: Since the English language is one of the most important subjects for SBI PO, make a habit of reading English newspapers, magazines, and journals. It will improve your vocabulary, grammar and comprehension skills.
• Follow the latest news and events: Always be informed about current affairs and the latest news. Focus on financial and banking matters.

SBI PO Selection Process 2022

THE SBI PO exam follows a three-tier selection process. Candidates are required to get through each of the stages to reach the next level. The selection process for SBI PO is listed below.

• 1st Stage: SBI PO Preliminary Exam
• 2nd Stage: SBI PO Main Exam
• 3rd Stage: Psychometric Test, Group Exercises and Interview

Section-wise SBI PO 2022 Prelims Tips

The SBI PO syllabus for the preliminary exam is inclusive of three sections – English Language (30 marks from 30 Qs), Quantitative Aptitude (35 marks from 35 Qs) and Reasoning Ability (35 marks from 35 Qs).

English Language

The English Language section is one of the easiest to crack. You need to brush up on your basic skills in grammar by developing a reading habit. Additionally, that will also help improve your vocabulary.

You can also go through the previous years’ papers to get an idea of what kind of questions will come. Questions in this section are usually asked from Comprehension, Spotting Errors, Para Jumbles, Antonyms and Synonyms.

Quantitative Aptitude

The Quantitative Aptitude section is the toughest, as observed in the SBI PO previous years’ papers. You need to be well versed in topics like Ratio and Proportion, Average, Speed and Distance, Time and Work, Number Series, Data Interpretation, Quadratic Equations, and Simplification.

This section evaluates your numerical ability and problem-solving skills. Regular practice is mandatory.

Reasoning Ability

The reasoning section is the most scored in the SBI PO exam. Practice regularly to be able to crack this section. The questions will be very logical in nature. You need to prepare for topics such as Syllogism, Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Coding-Decoding, Ranking and Order, etc. Follow up each practice with a quick revision.

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Section-wise SBI PO 2022 Mains Tips

The SBI PO syllabus for mains is inclusive of four sections – Reasoning and Computer Aptitude (60 marks from 45 Qs), Data Analysis & Interpretation (60 marks from 35 Qs), General Awareness (40 marks from 40 Qs), and English Language (40 marks from 35 Qs).

English Language

For the English Language section, the same SBI PO preparation tips from the prelims phase can also be followed for the mains.

Data Analysis and Interpretation

The same SBI PO preparation tips for Quantitative Aptitude from the prelims phase can be followed for Data Analysis and Interpretation section in mains.

Reasoning and Computer Aptitude

Again, for the Reasoning section, the same SBI PO tips from the prelims phase can also be followed for the mains.

In Computer Aptitude, you will be required to have basic computer hardware and software knowledge. In addition, important topics include Computer Basics, Operating System Functions, Basic Internet Knowledge and Protocols, Network Basics (LAN & WAN) and Basic MS Office. It is essentially one of the easiest sections to get the maximum score.

General Awareness

If you want to score well in this section, it is of utmost importance to read newspapers and magazines and watch the daily news. Important topics to focus on in this section include the Indian Economy, Marketing, Awards & Honours, Sports, Finance, Indian Constitution, Agriculture, and Banking. Particular attention should be given to banking terminologies.

SBI PO Preparation 2022 Interview Tips

Candidates will be asked both personal and profile-based questions in the interview round. These questions will be to judge their confidence, weakness, strengths, areas of interest and improvement. We suggest all aspirants go through the SBI PO Interview Questions to understand what they are likely to be asked this year. 

SBI PO Preparation 2022 Group Excercise

Also, when the SBI PO interview round begins, there will be a Group Discussion (GD) round in which a team of around 10-12 members is formed. There will be approximately 3-4 jury members who will have the authority to ask anything regarding the topic.

Each candidate will have a maximum of 2 minutes to present their views, thoughts, facts, or personal opinions on the questions asked. Aspirants will also be given a pen and paper to take note of questions or suggestions.

SBI PO 2022 Preparation Books

Refer to the table below for a list of the best SBI PO books for 2022 exam preparation:

Book Name	Author
Quantum CAT	Sarvesh Verma
Quantitative Aptitude	R.S. Aggarwal
Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning	R.S. Aggrawal
Guide to Banking General Awareness	R. Gupta
Data interpretation for CAT	Arun Sharma
English Language	Wren & Martin
Essential English Grammar	Murphy
Guide to Banking General Awareness	R. Gupta

FAQs on SBI PO Preparation 2022

Candidates must go through the frequently asked questions given below to better understand better.

Q.1: How to prepare for SBI PO in 2 months?
Ans: Candidates who are consistent in their preparation are able to crack the SBI PO exam (both prelims and mains) in 2 months. Follow the preparation plan suggested in this article and solve mock tests along with the previous year’s papers.

Q.2: Which book is best for SBI PO preparation?
Ans: Some best books for candidates to prepare for the SBI PO exam are Comprehensive Guide to SBI Bank PO Preliminary and Mains Exam by Disha Experts, Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by RS Aggarwal, and more.

Q.3: Is the SBI PO exam tough?
Ans: Although the syllabus for SBI PO is similar to the IBPS PO syllabus, the said exam is considered to be tough as compared to the IBPS PO exam. The questions asked in the quantitative ability section are relatively more difficult, and the time is limited.

Q.4: Is a calculator allowed in the SBI PO exam?
Ans: No. The calculator is strictly not permitted in the SBI PO exam.

Q.5: How can I prepare for SBI PO without coaching?
Ans: It is totally possible to crack the SBI PO exam without coaching. Embibe offers free Mock Tests for both Prelims and Mains examinations for all banking aspirants. Solving these mock tests and practicing previous year’s papers will ensure that you are on the right track for preparation.

Q.6: Can I crack SBI PO on the first attempt?
Ans: With the right preparation plan and consistent efforts, aspirants can crack SBI PO on the first attempt. Follow all the tips suggested by experts at Embibe, and your chances of selection are sure to increase.

Also, check:

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SBI PO Syllabus	SBI PO Mock Test
SBI PO Books	SBI PO Previous Year Question

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