Features	Simple Card	Green Card	Green Plus Card	Premium Green Plus Card	Premium Green Card
Courses	BANK	BANK	BANK+SSC	BANK + SSC + STATE LEVEL	BANK + STATE LEVEL
Card Validity	Six Months	Up to Selection	Up to Selection	Up to Selection	Up to Selection
Admission Mode	Offline and Online	Offline and Online	Offline and Online	Offline and Online	Offline and Online
Course Module (in Months)	3 Months	3 Months	3 + 5 = 8 Months	3 + 5 + 3= 11 Months	3 + 3= 6 Months
Offline Class Duration (in Hours)	230 Hrs	230 Hrs	610 Hrs	850 Hrs	470 Hrs
Classes Mode	Offline and Online Both	Offline and Online Both	Offline and Online Both	Offline and Online Both	Offline and Online Both
Class Schedule	7 days in a week (6+1)	7 days in a week (6+1)	7 days in a week (6+1)	7 days in a week (6+1)	7 days in a week (6+1)
Student Bag	Free of Cost	Free of Cost	Free of Cost	Free of Cost	Free of Cost
Study Material Kit	Bank Course Material Kits	Bank Course Material Kits	All 2 Courses  Material Kits	Bank,SSC & State Course Material Kits	BANK & State Course Material Kits
E-Books	Bank Course Material Kits	Bank Course Material Kits	All 2 Courses Material Kits	Bank,SSC & State Course Material Kits	BANK & State Course Material Kits
Topic wise Test	Yes - Online	Yes - Online	Yes - Online	Yes - Online	Yes - Online
E-MICA (Monthly Current Affairs Magzine)	Yes - Online	Yes - Online	Yes - Online	Yes - Online	Yes - Online
Speed Test/ Mock test	Online & Offline Weekly Once and as per the mode of Upcoming Examination	Online & Offline Weekly Once and as per the mode of Upcoming Examination	Online & Offline Weekly Once and as per the mode of Upcoming Examination	Online & Offline Weekly Once and as per the mode of Upcoming Examination	Online & Offline Weekly Once and as per the mode of Upcoming Examination
Smart Lab	Free of Cost	Free of Cost	Free of Cost	Free of Cost	Free of Cost
Problem Solving Session (PSS)	As per availability of Faculty Members in Branch	As per availability of Faculty Members in Branch	As per availability of Faculty Members in Branch	As per availability of Faculty Members in Branch	As per availability of Faculty Members in Branch
Card Upgrade (course upgrade)	Yes - Nominal Charges Applicable	Yes - Nominal Charges Applicable	Yes - Nominal Charges Applicable	Yes - Nominal Charges Applicable	Yes - Nominal Charges Applicable
Rejoining (Batch repetition)	Free of Cost	Free of Cost	Free of Cost	Free of Cost	Free of Cost
Branch Transfer	Yes - Chargeable Applicable as Per Policy	Yes - Chargeable Applicable as Per Policy	Yes - Chargeable Applicable as Per Policy	Yes - Chargeable Applicable as Per Policy	Yes - Chargeable Applicable as Per Policy
Interview Admission	Free of Cost	Free of Cost	Free of Cost	Free of Cost	Free of Cost
App Subscription	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES

                                                                                                                           About Exam

Overview

The State Bank of India (SBI) conducts the SBI Specialist Officer (SO) examination to recruit candidates for various specialist positions in its branches across India. The SBI SO exam is designed to select candidates for roles such as IT Officer, HR Officer, Marketing Officer, Law Officer, and others. The recruitment process includes an online examination followed by an interview.
 

SBI SO Exam Syllabus

SBI SO IT Officer Syllabus

1. Professional Knowledge:
   • Computer Fundamentals
   • Operating Systems
   • Data Structures
   • DBMS
   • Networking
   • Software Engineering
   • Web Technologies
   • Cyber Security
      

SBI SO HR Officer Syllabus

1. Professional Knowledge:
   • Human Resource Development
   • Performance Management
   • Employee Relations
   • Organizational Development
   • Labour Laws
   • Compensation and Benefits
      

SBI SO Marketing Officer Syllabus
 

1. Professional Knowledge:
    
   • Marketing Management
   • Market Research
   • Consumer Behavior
   • Brand Management
   • Digital Marketing
   • Sales Management

SBI SO Exam Pattern

SBI SO Prelims Exam Pattern

Section	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
Reasoning	50	50	40 mins
Quantitative Aptitude	35	35	30 mins
English Language	35	35	30 mins
Total	120	120	100 mins

SBI SO Mains Exam Pattern
 

Section	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
Professional Knowledge	50	100	45 mins

SBI SO Last 3 Years Cut-Offs

Prelims Cut-Offs (Category-wise)

Year	General	OBC	SC	ST
2023	65	60	55	50
2022	68	63	58	53
2021	70	65	60	55

Mains Cut-Offs (Category-wise)

Year	General	OBC	SC	ST
2023	75	70	65	60
2022	78	73	68	63
2021	80	75	70	65

SBI SO Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Indian
• Age Limit: Varies by post, typically 21 to 30 years (age relaxation as per category)
• Educational Qualification: Graduation in a relevant field (e.g., BE/B.Tech for IT Officer, MBA/PGDM for Marketing Officer)

SBI SO Salary and Job Profile

• Starting Basic Pay: Varies by post, generally starting at ₹23,700
• Pay Scale: ₹23,700 - ₹42,020 (varying with position and experience)
• Allowances: DA, HRA, Special Allowance, etc.
   
• Job Profile:
  • IT Officer: Managing IT infrastructure, software development, and cybersecurity.
  • HR Officer: Handling recruitment, training, and employee welfare.
  • Marketing Officer: Developing marketing strategies, conducting market research, and promoting bank services.

Important Dates for SBI SO 2024

Event	Date
Release of Notification	June 2024
Start of Online Application	July 2024
Last Date to Apply	August 2024
Prelims Exam Date	September 2024
Mains Exam Date	November 2024
Final Result	January 2025

How to Crack SBI SO Exam

Exam Preparation Strategy

1. Understand the Exam Pattern and Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the structure and content of the exam.
2. Create a Study Plan: Allocate time wisely to cover all sections and practice regularly.
3. Use Quality Study Material: Refer to recommended books and online resources.
4. Regular Mock Tests: Take mock tests to assess your preparation and improve your time management skills.
5. Revision: Regularly revise important topics and practice weak areas.

SBI SO Study Plan

• Daily Study Hours: 4-6 hours
• Weekly Targets: Cover all topics of one section each week.
• Monthly Targets: Complete the syllabus in three months.
• Mock Tests: At least one mock test per week, increasing frequency closer to the exam date.

SBI SO Application Process

1. Registration: Visit the official SBI website and register using your email ID and mobile number.
2. Fill Application Form: Enter personal, educational, and professional details.
3. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature.
4. Payment of Fees: Pay the application fee online.
5. Submit Application: Review and submit the application form.

Importance of Mock Tests

• Performance Analysis: Identify strengths and weaknesses.
• Time Management: Enhance speed and accuracy.
• Familiarity with Exam Pattern: Get used to the exam environment.
• Confidence Building: Boost your confidence by practicing regularly.