SBI PO Prelims Exam Analysis 2025: Overall Difficulty Rated ‘Easy to Moderate’ | Check Section-Wise Review & Next Steps

The first shift of the SBI Probationary Officer (PO) Prelims Exam 2025 has concluded, and candidates are breathing a sigh of relief. According to exam takers, the overall paper was rated ‘easy to moderate’, making it a manageable challenge for well-prepared aspirants.

This year, the State Bank of India (SBI) is conducting the recruitment drive to fill 541 PO vacancies across its branches nationwide.

📝 SBI PO Prelims 2025: Section-Wise Difficulty Level

Here’s a quick overview of how candidates rated each section:

English Language: Easy to Moderate

Quantitative Aptitude: Moderate

Reasoning Ability: Easy to Moderate

Many candidates noted that while some questions were slightly time-consuming, the paper was balanced overall and covered a broad mix of standard topics.

📊 SBI PO Prelims 2025 Exam Pattern

The preliminary exam comprises 100 multiple-choice questions carrying one mark each, for a total of 100 marks. Candidates are given 60 minutes to complete the exam, with 20 minutes allocated per section.

Section No. of Questions Marks Time Allotted

English Language 30 30 20 minutes

Quantitative Aptitude 35 35 20 minutes

Reasoning Ability 35 35 20 minutes

Total 100 100 60 minutes

📅 SBI PO 2025 Selection Process

The SBI PO recruitment process includes three phases:

Phase I – Preliminary Examination

Phase II – Main Examination

Phase III – Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview

Candidates who clear the Prelims will be eligible for Phase II (Mains). The final stage involves a psychometric assessment, followed by a group discussion and interview.

The SBI PO 2025 result for the Prelims is expected to be released by end of August or early September.

🏦 What is SBI PO?

The SBI Probationary Officer (PO) exam is a prestigious government exam conducted annually by the State Bank of India. Selected candidates are appointed as Probationary Officers across SBI branches in India, where they take on key managerial responsibilities and undergo extensive training.

The exam is highly sought-after and serves as a gateway to a secure and respected career in India’s banking sector.

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