The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the admit cards for the Probationary Officer (PO) Mains examination 2025. Students who applied for the SBI PO exam can download their hall tickets from the official website, sbi.co.in . The SBI PO Mains exam will be held on September 13, 2025 .
This exam is for a total of 541 Probationary Officer posts . Candidates who cleared the Prelims exam must download their Mains admit card to sit for the second stage of the selection process.
How to Download SBI PO Mains Admit Card 2025
Follow these simple steps to download your SBI PO Mains Hall Ticket:
- Go to the official SBI website: sbi.co.in .
- On the homepage, look for the ‘Careers’ or ‘Latest Announcements’ section.
- Find the link that says ‘Download SBI PO Mains Admit Card 2025’ or ‘Hall Ticket’.
- Click on the link.
- You will need to enter your details: your Application Number and Date of Birth (DD-MM-YYYY).
- After entering the details, click ‘Submit’.
- Your SBI PO Mains Admit Card will appear on the screen.
- Download and print a copy of your admit card.
- Remember to carry this printed admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam hall.
Important Dates for SBI PO Recruitment 2025
Here are the key dates related to the SBI PO recruitment:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Date | June 24, 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | June 24, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | July 14, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | July 14, 2025 |
| Prelims Admit Card Release | July 25, 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Dates | August 02, 04, 05, 2025 |
| Prelims Result Date | September 01, 2025 |
| Mains Admit Card Release | September 04, 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | September 13, 2025 |
| Mains Result Date | To be announced later |
SBI PO Exam Details
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS candidates: ₹750/-
- SC / ST / PwBD candidates: ₹0/- (No Fee)
- You can pay the fee online using Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.
Age Limit (as on April 01, 2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per government rules.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized university or institution in India.
Total Vacancies: 541 Posts
The total number of Probationary Officer (PO) posts is 541 . Here is the breakdown by category:
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 203 |
| OBC | 135 |
| EWS | 50 |
| SC | 80 |
| ST | 73 |
| Grand Total | 541 |
Salary for SBI PO
The starting basic pay for an SBI PO is around ₹48,480/- . With other benefits and allowances, the total in-hand salary for a Probationary Officer is significantly higher.
Selection Process
The selection for SBI PO involves three main stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains Examination
- Interview
Candidates must clear each stage to move to the next. Final selection is based on performance in the Mains exam and Interview.
SBI PO Mains Exam Pattern 2025
The Mains exam consists of both objective tests and a descriptive test:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 Minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness | 60 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 40 Minutes |
| Descriptive Test (Letter Writing & Essay) | 2 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
For more detailed information, always refer to the official SBI PO Notification 2025 on the SBI website.