SBI PO Prelims 2025 Result Out: Everything You Need to Know

Introduction

The SBI PO (Probationary Officer) Prelims Result 2025 has been officially declared, marking a critical milestone in the banking aspirants’ journey. Conducted across multiple days in March, this preliminary stage filters high-potential candidates for the SBI PO Mains. This article delves into how aspirants can access their results, understand the detailed scorecard and cut-offs, and prepare strategically for the next phase.

Result Announcement & How to Check

Official Declaration

The State Bank of India has announced the SBI PO Prelims Result 2025 on April 5, 2025, via its official portal, sbi.co.in. Candidates who appeared for the exam in March can now check their qualification status and download their detailed scorecards.

Step-by-Step Guide to Checking the Result

Here’s how candidates can view their SBI PO Prelims Result:

1. Visit the official website: sbi.co.in.

2. Navigate to the ‘Careers’ section (or ‘Recruitment Results’ under Current Openings).

3. Click on ‘SBI PO Prelims Result 2025’.

4. Provide login credentials—Registration Number/Roll Number and Date of Birth/Password.

5. The result PDF appears, listing roll numbers of shortlisted candidates and detailed scorecards.

6. Download, save, and print for future reference.

Cut-Offs, Vacancies & Scorecard Insights

Cut-Off Marks (Prelims)

Alongside the result, SBI has released category-wise cut-offs for selection to the Mains:

These benchmarks reflect the level of competition across diverse categories.

Vacancy Breakdown

SBI announced 600 vacancies for the PO position in 2025. As per recruitment planning:

• 500 are regular slots,

• 41 are backlog positions, allocated across categories:

  • SC: 75 regular + 5 backlog

  • ST: 37 regular + 36 backlog

  • OBC: 135

  • EWS: 50

  • UR: 203

Scorecard Details

Candidates’ PDF scorecards provide:

• Section-Wise Marks (English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability)

• Overall Total

• Qualifying Status

• Possibly cut-off against categories

What’s Next? Preparing for SBI PO Mains

Understanding the Selection Process

The SBI PO recruitment follows three phases:

1. Phase I – Prelims (qualifying only; marks not counted in final merit)

2. Phase II – Mains: includes Objective (200 marks) + Descriptive (50 marks) tests

3. Phase III – Interview & Group Exercises, including psychometric testing

Prelims only screens aspirants; final merit depends on Mains + Interview.

Next Actions for Qualified Candidates

• Download Mains Admit Card once announced.

• Begin Mains preparation immediately with focus on:

  • Higher-level reasoning, data interpretation, and quantitative aptitude

  • Banking awareness and current affairs

  • Descriptive writing—letters & essays

• Time management & mock tests are critical at this stage.

Encouragement for Non-Qualified Aspirants

• Review performance critically.

• Strengthen weak sections—especially speed and accuracy in reasoning or quant.

• Prepare for future attempts—SBI and other banking exams follow annual cycles.

SBI PO Prelims 2025 at a Glance

Key Takeaways For Candidates

1. Result Out – Check your roll number in the Prelims Result PDF.

2. Assess Cut-Off – Compare your performance; know where you stand.

3. Secure Scorecard – Download and save immediately.

4. Prepare for Mains – Objective + Descriptive test awaits; urgent prep required.

5. Follow Official Updates – Track SBI’s careers page for Mains call letters.

6. Stay Motivated – Qualified or not, take learnings forward professionally.

Conclusion

The release of the SBI PO Prelims Result 2025 signals a pivotal moment for thousands of aspirants. With first-phase hurdles cleared, the focus now shifts to conquering the Mains exam and interview stages. Strategic preparation, timely action, and disciplined study will define success.

If you’d like tailored study plans, topic-wise strategies, or mock test recommendations for the Mains phase, feel free to ask—I’m here to help you excel in your SBI PO journey.