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SBI PO Exam Pattern 2026

Section-wise marks · Negative marking · Time limit · Selection process

Mains

155Q · 180 min
155
Total Questions
200
Total Marks
180 min
Duration
+1.0
Correct Answer
−0.25
Wrong Answer
Subject / SectionQuestionsMarksTime
Logical Reasoning
4545—
English Language
3535—
Quantitative Aptitude
3535—
General Awareness
4040—
Total155200180 min

Prelims

100Q · 60 min
100
Total Questions
100
Total Marks
60 min
Duration
+1.0
Correct Answer
−0.25
Wrong Answer
Subject / SectionQuestionsMarksTime
English Language
4040—
Quantitative Aptitude
3030—
Logical Reasoning
3030—
Total10010060 min

Selection Process

1
Mains
155 Questions · 200 Marks · 180 min
2
Prelims
100 Questions · 100 Marks · 60 min
✓
Final Selection
Merit list based on combined performance

Pattern Insights — What Toppers Know

Attempt Strategy
With 180 minutes for 155 questions, you have ~70 seconds per question. Skip and return.
Negative Marking
+1/-0.25 (Prelims). Do not guess randomly — attempt only when you can eliminate 2+ options.
Section Focus
All 4 sections carry equal weightage. Don't ignore any section.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are in SBI PO 2026?+
SBI PO Stage 1 has 155 questions for 200 marks in 180 minutes.
Is there negative marking in SBI PO?+
Yes. The marking scheme is +1/-0.25 (Prelims). Attempt a question only when reasonably confident.
How many stages are in SBI PO selection process?+
SBI PO has 2 stages in the selection process. You must clear each stage to proceed to the next.