SSC Stenographer | Previous Year Cut offs

The SSC Stenographer Cut Off Marks from the previous year, as declared by the Staff Selection Commission, are included in the section below. Candidates can examine the test and cut-off trends by using the SSC Stenographer's Previous Year's Cut-off. Along with the results announcement, the SSC Stenographer Cut-Off is made available in PDF format for each category.

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The Vocab Master For All Competitive Exams | 31-12-2024

1-Riot(Verb): दंगा करना : Wild or violent disorder, confusion, or disturbance

Synonyms: Tumult , Uproar

Antonyms : Harmony , Peace

Example Sentence:   A lot of property was damaged in the recent riots.

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Daily Current Affairs | For All Competitive Exams | 31-12-2024

 

1-PSLV-C60 successfully launches SpaDeX and 24 payloads.

PSLV-C60 ने सफलतापूर्वक SpaDeX और 24 पेलोड लॉन्च किए।

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The Vocab Master For All Competitive Exams | 30-12-2024

1-Glimmer(Verb) : झिलमिलाना : (of light) to shine without strength or not continuously

Synonyms: Gleam , Glow

Antonyms : Dim

Example Sentence:  A candle glimmered faintly in the darkened room.

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Daily Current Affairs | For All Competitive Exams | 30-12-2024

 

1- Osamu Suzuki was a legendary figure in global auto industry: PM Modi.

ओसामु सुजुकी वैश्विक ऑटो उद्योग में एक महान हस्ती थे: पीएम मोदी।

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The Vocab Master For All Competitive Exams | 28-12-2024

1-Tame(Adjective): साधारण : Not wild trained to obey people

Synonyms: Docile , Gentle

Antonyms : Wild , Fierce

Example Sentence: Some people were shocked by the movie, but I found the story pretty tame.

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Daily Current Affairs | For All Competitive Exams | 28-12-2024

 

 

1-7-day national mourning in honour of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh.

पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री डॉ. मनमोहन सिंह के सम्मान में 7 दिवसीय राष्ट्रीय शोक।

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Ultimate Guide to Crack SBI PO Exam 2024: Preparation Tips, Study Plan & Daily Timetable

 

The SBI PO Exam is one of the most sought-after banking exams in India. Each year, thousands of aspirants compete for the coveted position of Probationary Officer (PO) in the State Bank of India. However, the exam's difficulty level requires a well-structured preparation strategy and disciplined execution.

In this blog, we’ll cover everything you need to know to crack both SBI PO Prelims and Mains, including the syllabus, preparation tips, study plan, daily timetable, and more.

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Why SBI PO?

The SBI PO position offers not only a prestigious career in banking but also:

• Attractive Salary and Perks: The in-hand salary for SBI PO is around ₹42,000 to ₹47,000/month.
• Career Growth: Rapid promotions and exposure to global banking trends.
• Job Stability: SBI is a government-backed institution offering excellent job security.
• Prestige and Respect: Being a PO is a highly respected position in the financial sector.

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SBI PO Exam Overview:-

Before diving into preparation, let’s understand the structure of the exam:

SBI PO Exam Pattern 2024

Candidates must be aware of the exam pattern and marks distribution for Preliminary and Mains exam before appearing for the SBI PO 2024 Examination process.

The examination process of SBI PO consists of 3 Phase:

a. Phase-I: Prelims Examination

b. Phase-II: Mains Examination

c. Phase-III: Comprise of (a) PSYCHOMETRIC TEST (b) GROUP EXERCISE (c) PERSONAL INTERVIEW

The structure of exams is as follows:

SBI PO Prelims 2024 Examination:

This Prelims exam will be conducted in an online mode wherein the candidates are required to attempt 100 questions having 1 mark each, in a composite duration of 60 minutes. It is to be noted that the sectional cut-offs in the Prelims Exam have been removed now and the overall score of all 3 sections shall be considered for selection to the next round of the recruitment process.

S.No.	Name of the Section	Total Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
1	English Language	40	40	20 Minutes
2	Quantitative Aptitude	30	30	20 Minutes
3	Reasoning Ability	30	30	20 Minutes
Total	100	60 Minutes

SBI PO Mains Pattern 2024:

The Main Examination will be conducted online and will consist of Objective Tests for 200 marks and Descriptive Test for 50 marks. The Descriptive Test will be administered immediately after conclusion of the Objective Test and candidates will have to type their Descriptive Test answers on the computer.

S. No.	Name of Test (Objective)	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
1	Reasoning & Computer Aptitude	40	60	50 minutes
2	Data Analysis & Interpretation	30	60	45 minutes
3	General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness	60	60	45 minutes
4	English Language	40	20	40 minutes
Total		170	200	3 hours

Descriptive Test Pattern:

Communication Skills: Emails, Reports, Situation Analysis & Precis Writing) shall be asked in this test and the test will be of 50 marks which needs to be completed in a duration of 30 minutes.

S.No	Name of the Test	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
1	Communication Skills: Emails, Reports, Situation Analysis & Precis Writing)	--	50	30 Minutes

SECTIONAL CUT OFF / MINIMUM QUALIFYING MARKS IN MAIN EXAMINATION:

 

❖ Each candidate will have to score a minimum score in each test (i.e. Test I, II, III, IV & Descriptive paper individually) in Main Examination. 

❖ Depending on the number of vacancies available, cut offs will be decided and candidates will be shortlisted for Phase III. 

SELECTION CRITERIA FOR PHASE-III: Category wise merit list will be drawn on the basis of the aggregate marks scored in Phase-II (Main Exam). Candidates numbering up to 3 times (approx.) of the category wise vacancies will be shortlisted for Phase-III from the top of the category wise merit list subject to a candidate scoring the minimum aggregate qualifying score, as decided by the Bank. 

PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS (APPLICABLE TO BOTH - PRELIMINARY & MAIN EXAMINATION): 

There will be penalty for wrong answers marked in Objective Tests. For each question for which a wrong answer has been given by the candidate, 1/4th of marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty to arrive at corrected score. If a question is left blank, i.e. if no answer is marked by candidate, there will be no penalty for that question.

Phase-III: Comprise of (a) PSYCHOMETRIC TEST (b) GROUP EXERCISE (c) PERSONAL INTERVIEW (a) PSYCHOMETRIC TEST: 

The Bank will conduct Psychometric test for personality profiling, of those candidates who will be shortlisted for 

Phase-III. Findings of the test may be placed before the Interview panel for having a thorough perspective on the candidates.

TEST STRUCTURE	(b) GROUP EXERCISE	(c) INTERVIEW	TOTAL	Duration
Maximum Marks	20	30	50	--

The minimum qualifying marks will be as decided by the Bank.

FINAL SELECTION: The candidates will have to qualify both in Phase-II and Phase-III separately. The marks obtained in Main Examination (Phase-II), both in the Objective Test and the Descriptive Test, will be added to the marks obtained in Phase-III for preparing the final merit list. The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination (Phase-I) will not be added for preparing the final merit list for selection. 

The marks obtained by the candidates in Phase-II (Main Examination both Objective & Descriptive Tests) and Phase-III (Group Exercise & Interview) will be normalized to 100 marks as detailed below.

Test	Main Examination (written Test) (objective & descriptive)	Group Exercise & Interview	Total	Duration
Maximum Marks	250	50	300	--
Normalized Marks	75	25	100	--

Preparation Strategy for SBI PO Exam:-

1. Know the Syllabus:-

Familiarity with the syllabus is the first step in any exam preparation. Here’s a brief summary of the key topics:

Prelims Syllabus:

• Quantitative Aptitude: Simplification, Approximation, Data Interpretation (DI), Arithmetic Problems (Profit & Loss, Time & Work, etc.).
• Reasoning Ability: Puzzles, Seating Arrangements, Syllogisms, Blood Relations.
• English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Error Spotting, Sentence Improvement.

Mains Syllabus:

• Data Analysis & Interpretation: Advanced DI sets (Caselets, Tables, Pie Charts), Probability, Permutations & Combinations.
• Reasoning & Computer Aptitude: High-level puzzles, Input-Output, Logical Reasoning, and basic Computer Awareness.
• General Awareness: Banking Terms, Current Affairs, Economic Developments.
• Descriptive Writing: Essays and Letters on trending topics like digital banking, climate change, etc.

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2. Prioritize Key Sections:-

Here’s how to tackle each section:

Reasoning Ability:

• Prelims: Focus on puzzles and seating arrangements, as they carry maximum weight.
• Mains: Emphasize logical reasoning, machine input-output, and decision-making.

Quantitative Aptitude:

• Prelims: Start with easy topics like Simplification, Approximation, and then move to Data Interpretation.
• Mains: Advanced DI and Arithmetic dominate. Practice 3-4 DI sets daily.

English Language:

• Build a habit of reading editorials from The Hindu or Indian Express to improve vocabulary and comprehension.
• Practice para-jumbles, cloze tests, and sentence improvement.

General Awareness:

• Regularly read newspapers and monthly magazines like Banking Services Chronicle.
• Note important events in banking, finance, and current affairs.

Descriptive Writing:

• Practice writing essays and letters on topics like impact of digital banking, financial inclusion, etc.
• Stick to the word limit and ensure clarity.

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3. Mock Tests and Analysis:-

• Attempt at least 2 full-length Prelims mock tests per week in the initial months.
• For Mains, focus on sectional tests for reasoning and DI.
• Post-test, analyze mistakes and revisit weak topics.

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Daily Study Plan for SBI PO Exam:-

Here’s a 10-hour timetable for SBI PO aspirants preparing full-time:

Morning Routine (4 Hours):

1. 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM:
• Read newspapers (The Hindu, Mint) for current affairs and editorials.
• Note important banking news and financial terms.
2. 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM:
• Practice reasoning puzzles (Seating Arrangements, Blood Relations, Syllogisms).
3. 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM:
• Take a break.
4. 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM:
• Solve 2-3 DI sets and practice simplification questions.

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Afternoon Routine (4 Hours):

5. 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM:
• Focus on English Language: Reading Comprehensions, Error Spotting, Cloze Tests.
6. 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM:
• Revise General Awareness or watch videos on current affairs for quick updates.
7. 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM:
• Lunch break.
8. 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM:
• Attempt a Prelims mock test or a sectional test.

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Evening Routine (2-3 Hours):

9. 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM:
• Analyze mock test performance and revise weak areas.
10. 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM:
• Practice descriptive writing: Write one essay and one letter on trending topics.

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Final Tips:-

• Start your preparation early to cover all topics systematically.
• Focus on concept clarity, time management, and regular practice.
• Keep a positive mindset and stay consistent with your efforts.

By following this detailed guide and structured plan, you can significantly increase your chances of cracking the SBI PO Exam 2024. Stay committed and keep practicing!

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The Vocab Master For All Competitive Exams | 27-12-2024

1. AUGMENT (VERB): (बढ़ाना): increase

Synonyms: add to, supplement

Antonyms: decrease

Example Sentence:

He augmented his summer income by painting houses.

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