SBI PO Recruitment 2024: Admit Card Notification for Pre-Exam 2025

The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced the much-awaited Probationary Officer (PO) Recruitment 2024. This is a golden opportunity for banking aspirants aiming to secure a prestigious position in India’s largest public sector bank. SBI has released details regarding the admit card for the preliminary examination, and candidates must stay updated with the latest information.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: December 27, 2024
• Last Date to Apply Online: January 19, 2025 (Extended)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: January 19, 2025
• Admit Card Availability: Available Soon
• Preliminary Exam Dates: March 08, 16, & 24, 2025
• Mains Exam Date: April / May 2025

Admit Card Details

The SBI PO Pre-Exam Admit Card 2025 will soon be released on the official website. Candidates who have successfully registered for the exam will be able to download their admit cards by logging in with their credentials.

Steps to Download the Admit Card:

1. Visit the official SBI PO admit card download link
2. Enter your Registration Number/Roll Number and Password/Date of Birth.
3. Click on the 'Login' button.
4. Your admit card will be displayed on the screen.
5. Download and print the admit card for future reference.

Vacancy Details

Post	Category	Total Vacancies
Probationary Officer (Regular)	General	240
	OBC	158
	EWS	58
	SC	87
	ST	43
Probationary Officer (Backlog)	SC	14
	Other Categories	0

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university (appearing candidates are also eligible).
• Age Limit: 21-30 years as of April 1, 2024 (relaxations as per government norms).

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹750/-
• SC/ST/PH: ₹0/- (Exempted)

Preliminary Exam Schedule

The preliminary exam will be conducted on March 8, 16, and 24, 2025. The detailed schedule can be accessed here: Pre Exam Schedule

Exam Pattern for SBI PO Prelims

• English Language: 30 Questions (30 Marks)
• Quantitative Aptitude: 35 Questions (35 Marks)
• Reasoning Ability: 35 Questions (35 Marks)
• Total: 100 Questions (100 Marks)

Duration: 1 hour (20 minutes per section)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

SBI PO Mains Exam

Candidates who qualify in the prelims will be eligible to appear for the SBI PO Mains Exam, which is expected to be conducted in April/May 2025.

Official Notification & Further Updates

For detailed information regarding eligibility, exam pattern, and selection process, candidates can check the official notification here: SBI PO Official Notification

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Ensure all details on the admit card are correct; in case of discrepancies, contact SBI authorities immediately.
• Reach the exam center well before the reporting time to avoid last-minute issues.
• Do not carry prohibited items such as mobile phones, calculators, or any electronic gadgets to the exam hall.
• Follow all COVID-19 guidelines, if applicable.

Conclusion

SBI PO Recruitment 2024 is a promising opportunity for banking aspirants. With 600 vacancies available, candidates must prepare diligently and stay updated with all official notifications. The admit card for the preliminary exam will be released soon, so keep checking the official website for the latest updates.

Best of luck to all aspirants!