{"id":49,"date":"2024-04-17T09:17:12","date_gmt":"2024-04-17T09:17:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/?page_id=49"},"modified":"2024-07-21T23:36:39","modified_gmt":"2024-07-21T23:36:39","slug":"exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Exam Pattern of sbi so Exam 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Exam_Pattern_of_SBI_SO_Exam_2024\" title=\"Exam Pattern of SBI SO Exam 2024\">Exam Pattern of SBI SO Exam 2024<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Exam_Structure\" title=\"Exam Structure\">Exam Structure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Phase_I_Online_Examination\" title=\"Phase I: Online Examination\">Phase I: Online Examination<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Detailed_Syllabus_for_Phase_I\" title=\"Detailed Syllabus for Phase I\">Detailed Syllabus for Phase I<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Reasoning_Ability\" title=\"Reasoning Ability\">Reasoning Ability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Quantitative_Aptitude\" title=\"Quantitative Aptitude\">Quantitative Aptitude<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#English_Language\" title=\"English Language\">English Language<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Phase_II_Interview\" title=\"Phase II: Interview\">Phase II: Interview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Preparation_Strategy_for_SBI_SO_Exam_2024\" title=\"Preparation Strategy for SBI SO Exam 2024\">Preparation Strategy for SBI SO Exam 2024<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Tips_for_the_Online_Examination\" title=\"Tips for the Online Examination\">Tips for the Online Examination<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Tips_for_the_Interview\" title=\"Tips for the Interview\">Tips for the Interview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Important_Dates_for_SBI_SO_Exam_2024\" title=\"Important Dates for SBI SO Exam 2024\">Important Dates for SBI SO Exam 2024<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Eligibility_Criteria_for_SBI_SO_Exam_2024\" title=\"Eligibility Criteria for SBI SO Exam 2024\">Eligibility Criteria for SBI SO Exam 2024<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Important_Resources_for_SBI_SO_Exam_2024\" title=\"Important Resources for SBI SO Exam 2024\">Important Resources for SBI SO Exam 2024<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Salary_and_Benefits_for_SBI_SO\" title=\"Salary and Benefits for SBI SO\">Salary and Benefits for SBI SO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Career_Growth_Opportunities_for_SBI_SO\" title=\"Career Growth Opportunities for SBI SO\">Career Growth Opportunities for SBI SO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/sbi-so-exam\/exam-pattern-of-sbi-so-exam-2024\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam_Pattern_of_SBI_SO_Exam_2024\"><\/span>Exam Pattern of SBI SO Exam 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam_Structure\"><\/span>Exam Structure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The SBI SO Exam 2024 will be conducted in two phases:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Phase I:<\/strong> Online Examination<\/p>\n<p><strong>Phase II:<\/strong> Interview<\/p>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Candidates must clear Phase I to be eligible for Phase II.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_I_Online_Examination\"><\/span>Phase I: Online Examination<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The online examination will consist of three sections:<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Section<\/th>\n<th>Number of Questions<\/th>\n<th>Maximum Marks<\/th>\n<th>Duration<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Reasoning Ability<\/td>\n<td>40<\/td>\n<td>50<\/td>\n<td>1 hour<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Quantitative Aptitude<\/td>\n<td>40<\/td>\n<td>50<\/td>\n<td>1 hour<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>English Language<\/td>\n<td>40<\/td>\n<td>50<\/td>\n<td>1 hour<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>120<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>150<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>3 hours<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> There will be a negative marking of 1\/4th mark for each incorrect answer.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Detailed_Syllabus_for_Phase_I\"><\/span>Detailed Syllabus for Phase I<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reasoning_Ability\"><\/span>Reasoning Ability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Verbal Reasoning:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Analogies<\/li>\n<li>Classification<\/li>\n<li>Series<\/li>\n<li>Coding-Decoding<\/li>\n<li>Blood Relations<\/li>\n<li>Direction Sense<\/li>\n<li>Syllogisms<\/li>\n<li>Statement and Assumptions<\/li>\n<li>Statement and Conclusions<\/li>\n<li>Statement and Arguments<\/li>\n<li>Critical Reasoning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Non-Verbal Reasoning:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Figure Series<\/li>\n<li>Mirror <div class=\"telegram-channel-container\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/pscnotes2025\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"telegram-channel-button\">\r\n            <span class=\"telegram-icon\">\r\n                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 496 512\">\r\n                    <path fill=\"white\" d=\"M248,8C111,8,0,119,0,256s111,248,248,248s248-111,248-248S385,8,248,8z M362,177L320,367c-3,14-10,18-20,14l-56-41l-27,26 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Graphs<\/li>\n<li>Line Graphs<\/li>\n<li>Pie Charts<\/li>\n<li>Mixed Graphs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Algebra:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Linear Equations<\/li>\n<li>Quadratic Equations<\/li>\n<li>Inequalities<\/li>\n<li>Surds and Indices<\/li>\n<li>Logarithms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Geometry:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Lines and Angles<\/li>\n<li>Triangles<\/li>\n<li>Quadrilaterals<\/li>\n<li>Circles<\/li>\n<li>Mensuration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trigonometry:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic Trigonometric Identities<\/li>\n<li>Heights and Distances<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"English_Language\"><\/span>English Language<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Reading Comprehension:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Comprehension Passages<\/li>\n<li>Vocabulary<\/li>\n<li>Grammar<\/li>\n<li>Sentence Correction<\/li>\n<li>Para Jumbles<\/li>\n<li>Cloze Test<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Verbal Ability:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Synonyms<\/li>\n<li>Antonyms<\/li>\n<li>One-Word Substitution<\/li>\n<li>Idioms and Phrases<\/li>\n<li>Error Spotting<\/li>\n<li>Fill in the Blanks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Phase_II_Interview\"><\/span>Phase II: Interview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The interview will be conducted by a panel of experts from SBI. The interview will assess the candidate&#8217;s:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Communication Skills:<\/strong> Fluency, clarity, and articulation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>General Awareness:<\/strong> Knowledge of current affairs, banking industry, and economy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Personality:<\/strong> Confidence, leadership qualities, and interpersonal skills.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aptitude:<\/strong> Problem-solving abilities and analytical skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparation_Strategy_for_SBI_SO_Exam_2024\"><\/span>Preparation Strategy for SBI SO Exam 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Understand the Exam Pattern and Syllabus:<\/strong> Thoroughly understand the exam pattern, syllabus, and marking scheme.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Create a Study Plan:<\/strong> Develop a realistic and achievable study plan that covers all the topics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Refer to Relevant Study Materials:<\/strong> Use reliable study materials like textbooks, mock tests, and previous year papers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practice Regularly:<\/strong> Solve as many practice questions and mock tests as possible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Time Management:<\/strong> Develop effective time management skills to complete the exam within the stipulated time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Improve Your Weak Areas:<\/strong> Identify your weak areas and focus on improving them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stay Updated with Current Affairs:<\/strong> Keep yourself updated with current affairs related to banking and finance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Develop Strong Communication Skills:<\/strong> Practice your communication skills and prepare for the interview.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_the_Online_Examination\"><\/span>Tips for the Online Examination<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Read the Instructions Carefully:<\/strong> Before starting the exam, carefully read all the instructions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Attempt Easy Questions First:<\/strong> Start with the questions you are confident about and then move on to the difficult ones.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Time Management:<\/strong> Allocate time for each section and stick to the schedule.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoid Guesswork:<\/strong> Avoid guessing answers as there is negative marking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Review Your Answers:<\/strong> If time permits, review your answers before submitting the exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_the_Interview\"><\/span>Tips for the Interview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dress Professionally:<\/strong> Dress professionally and arrive on time for the interview.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be Confident and Positive:<\/strong> Maintain a confident and positive attitude throughout the interview.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be Honest and Transparent:<\/strong> Be honest and transparent in your answers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be Prepared for Common Interview Questions:<\/strong> Prepare for common interview questions related to your qualifications, experience, and career aspirations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask Relevant Questions:<\/strong> Ask relevant questions to the interviewer to show your interest and engagement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Dates_for_SBI_SO_Exam_2024\"><\/span>Important Dates for SBI SO Exam 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The official notification for the SBI SO Exam 2024 will be released by SBI on its official website. The notification will contain all the important dates related to the exam, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Start Date:<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Last Date:<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Exam Date:<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Interview Date:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_Criteria_for_SBI_SO_Exam_2024\"><\/span>Eligibility Criteria for SBI SO Exam 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Nationality:<\/strong> Indian citizen<\/li>\n<li><strong>Age Limit:<\/strong> As per SBI norms<\/li>\n<li><strong>Educational Qualification:<\/strong> Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria:<\/strong> As per SBI norms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Resources_for_SBI_SO_Exam_2024\"><\/span>Important Resources for SBI SO Exam 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>SBI Official Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sbi.co.in\/\">https:\/\/www.sbi.co.in\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Other Online Resources:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Bankers Adda<\/li>\n<li>Oliveboard<\/li>\n<li>Testbook<\/li>\n<li>Gradeup<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salary_and_Benefits_for_SBI_SO\"><\/span>Salary and Benefits for SBI SO<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Salary:<\/strong> The salary of an SBI SO is competitive and includes a basic salary, allowances, and other benefits.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Allowances:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Dearness Allowance (DA)<\/li>\n<li>House Rent Allowance (HRA)<\/li>\n<li>City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)<\/li>\n<li>Special Allowance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other Benefits:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Medical Insurance<\/li>\n<li>Provident Fund<\/li>\n<li>Gratuity<\/li>\n<li>Leave Travel Allowance (LTA)<\/li>\n<li>Pension<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Career_Growth_Opportunities_for_SBI_SO\"><\/span>Career Growth Opportunities for SBI SO<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Promotions:<\/strong> SBI SOs have excellent career growth opportunities within the bank. They can be promoted to higher positions like Senior Manager, Chief Manager, and General Manager.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Training and Development:<\/strong> SBI provides extensive training and development programs to its employees, including SOs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Job Security:<\/strong> SBI is a government-owned bank, which provides job security to its employees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The SBI SO Exam 2024 is a challenging but rewarding exam. With proper preparation and dedication, candidates can crack the exam and secure a promising career in the banking sector.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Table 1: SBI SO Exam Pattern 2024<\/strong><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Phase<\/th>\n<th>Section<\/th>\n<th>Number of Questions<\/th>\n<th>Maximum Marks<\/th>\n<th>Duration<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Phase I: Online Examination<\/td>\n<td>Reasoning Ability<\/td>\n<td>40<\/td>\n<td>50<\/td>\n<td>1 hour<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td>Quantitative Aptitude<\/td>\n<td>40<\/td>\n<td>50<\/td>\n<td>1 hour<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td>English Language<\/td>\n<td>40<\/td>\n<td>50<\/td>\n<td>1 hour<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>120<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>150<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>3 hours<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Phase II: Interview<\/td>\n<td>Interview<\/td>\n<td>&#8211;<\/td>\n<td>&#8211;<\/td>\n<td>&#8211;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Table 2: SBI SO Salary and Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Component<\/th>\n<th>Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Basic Salary<\/td>\n<td>As per SBI norms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Allowances<\/td>\n<td>DA, HRA, CCA, Special Allowance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Benefits<\/td>\n<td>Medical Insurance, Provident Fund, Gratuity, LTA, Pension<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. What is the exam pattern for the SBI SO Exam 2024?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The exam is conducted in two phases: an online exam and an interview. The online exam consists of three sections: Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language. The interview assesses communication skills, general awareness, personality, and aptitude.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. What is the syllabus for the SBI SO Exam 2024?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The syllabus covers topics like verbal and non-verbal reasoning, arithmetic, data interpretation, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, reading comprehension, verbal ability, and current affairs related to banking and finance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. What is the duration of the online exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The online exam is 3 hours long, with 1 hour <div class=\"youtube-subscribe-container\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCNHT8lW-JmLC68rjBfZhdkg?sub_confirmation=1\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"youtube-subscribe-button\">\r\n            <span class=\"youtube-icon\">\r\n                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\">\r\n                    <path d=\"M549.7 124.1c-6.3-23.7-24.8-42.3-48.3-48.6C458.8 64 288 64 288 64S117.2 64 74.6 75.5c-23.5 6.3-42 24.9-48.3 48.6-11.4 42.9-11.4 132.3-11.4 132.3s0 89.4 11.4 132.3c6.3 23.7 24.8 41.5 48.3 47.8C117.2 448 288 448 288 448s170.8 0 213.4-11.5c23.5-6.3 42-24.2 48.3-47.8 11.4-42.9 11.4-132.3 11.4-132.3s0-89.4-11.4-132.3zm-317.5 213.5V175.2l142.7 81.2-142.7 81.2z\"\/>\r\n                <\/svg>\r\n            <\/span>\r\n            Subscribe on YouTube\r\n        <\/a>\r\n    <\/div> allocated for each section.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Is there any negative marking in the online exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, there is a negative marking of 1\/4th mark for each incorrect answer.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. What are the eligibility criteria for the SBI SO Exam 2024?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Candidates must be Indian citizens, have a graduate degree from a recognized university, and meet the age limit specified by SBI.<\/p>\n<p><strong>6. How can I prepare for the SBI SO Exam 2024?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Create a study plan, refer to relevant study materials, practice regularly, improve your weak areas, stay updated with current affairs, and develop strong communication skills.<\/p>\n<p><strong>7. What are some important resources for preparing for the SBI SO Exam 2024?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>SBI&#8217;s official website, online resources like Bankers Adda, Oliveboard, Testbook, and Gradeup, and previous year papers are helpful resources.<\/p>\n<p><strong>8. What is the salary and benefits for an SBI SO?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The salary includes a basic salary, allowances like DA, HRA, CCA, and Special Allowance, and other benefits like medical insurance, provident fund, gratuity, LTA, and pension.<\/p>\n<p><strong>9. What are the career growth opportunities for an SBI SO?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>SBI SOs can be promoted to higher positions like Senior Manager, Chief Manager, and General Manager. They also have access to training and development programs and enjoy job security.<\/p>\n<p><strong>10. When will the official notification for the SBI SO Exam 2024 be released?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The official notification will be released by SBI on its official website. 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