SBI PO Mains 2023 exam was moderately difficult. The number of questions for each section varied. Reasoning Ability & Computer Knowledge was considered the toughest among the four sections.
SBI PO Mains 2023 exam was remarked to be moderate to difficult. The questions were from four sections, as mentioned in the syllabus. The English language had 35 questions and was moderate. Reasoning and computer knowledge had 40 questions and were relatively difficult. Data analysis and interpretation had 30 questions, and the difficulty level was moderate. Banking awareness questions were around 35 and were moderately difficult.
SBI PO Mains Exam Analysis 2023
Securing the role of Probationary Officer is a dream for many aspirants, and we advise all candidates to be very careful while filling in the SBI PO exam form 2023. The SBI PO Mains exams 2023 was conducted online and the overview is mentioned in the table.
| Section | Level of Examination | Good Attempts |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | Moderate | 20-23 |
|
Reasoning Ability & Computer Knowledge
|
Moderate to Difficult
|
13-19 |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | Moderate | 15-18 |
|
General/Economy/Banking Awareness
|
Moderate | 23-25 |
| Descriptive Test | Moderate | — |
SBI PO Mains Exam Subject-wise Analysis 2023
The objective test subjects are listed below with a detailed analysis of the SBI PO Mains 2023 exam. It includes the total number of questions and the sections that appeared for each topic.
1) English Language
| Topics | Level of Questions | No. of Attempts | No. of Questions |
|
Reading Comprehension (Information & Technology)
|
8 | 24-27 | 35 |
|
Reading Comprehension
|
8 | ||
|
Para Jumble (6 Statements)- Ne Pattern
|
5 | ||
|
Sentence Rearrangement- Old Pattern
|
2 | ||
|
Sentence Completion
|
3 | ||
|
Connectors & Word Swap
|
4 | ||
|
Error (Paragraph)
|
5 |
2) Computer Aptitude and Reasoning
| Topics | No. of Questions | No. of Attempts | No. of Questions |
| Box Based Puzzle | 5 | 19-21 | 40 |
|
Linear Seating Arrangement (Distance Based)
|
5 | ||
|
Uncertain Floor & Flat Based Puzzle
|
5 | ||
| Machine Input-Output | 5 | ||
| Coded Syllogism | 1 | ||
| Step Based Series | 1 | ||
| Coded Blood Relation | 4 | ||
| Data Sufficiency (2 statements) | 4 | ||
| Logical Reasoning | 5 | ||
| Miscellaneous | 5 |
3) Data Analysis and Interpretation
| Topics | No. of Questions | No. of Attempts | No. of Questions |
| Data Sufficiency | 3 | 16-18 | 30 |
| Quadratic Equation (Variable Based) | 2 | ||
| Arithmetic | 8 | ||
| Number Series | 3 | ||
| Stock-Based Data Interpretation- Investment- 6 Different Stocks | 3 | ||
| Caselet DI | 2 | ||
| Scattered DI | 4 | ||
| Tabular DI | 3 | ||
| Hexagonal Data Interpretation | 2 |
4) Banking/ General/ Economic Awareness
| Topics | No. of Questions | Level of Examination |
|
35 | Moderate |
SBI PO Mains Exam Descriptive Test Analysis 2023
The descriptive section of the SBI PO 2023 Mains Exam consisted of just two questions, which carried 50 marks each. The duration of answering the questions was 30 minutes. The sections under Descriptive writing included:
1) Letter Writing: Writing a letter of 150 words on the subject provided.
2) Essay Writing: Writing an essay on 150 words on the latest news or trending topics, as provided.
For the reference of candidates, the questions that were asked in the SBI PO Mains exam descriptive test are given below for letter writing and essay writing.
- Letter to the Branch Manager for the replacement of the lost cheque-book
- Letter to Branch Manager requesting more cash counters to reduce the long queues
- Letter to a Senior Colleague for guidance and advice regarding a good career.
- Essay on precautions to be taken with Internet Banking
- Essay on the Impact of e-commerce
- Essay on Financial Inclusion.
SBI PO Mains 2023 Exam Pattern
The examination pattern for SBI PO Mains 2023 was divided into two parts, Objective and Descriptive. The entire test was held for 3 hours and carried 200 marks in total. Following the description is a table detailing the maximum marks per topic and the time duration allotted.
- Objective Test: Consisting of multiple-choice questions in four sections - English language, Computer Aptitude and Reasoning, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Banking, General and Economic awareness.
- Descriptive Test: In 30 minutes, the candidate has to write the descriptive test with two questions of 50 marks each. These essay type questions are to test the candidates writing ability and can also appear as a letter-writing question.
| Topics | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 35 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 45 | 60 | 60 minutes |
| English Language | 35 | 40 | 40 minutes |
| General & Banking Awareness | 40 | 40 | 35 minutes |
| English (Descriptive Test) | 2 | 50 | 30 minutes |
