The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the admit card for the Probationary Officer (PO) preliminary examination scheduled for the upcoming March. Candidates who have successfully registered for the SBI PO 2025 recruitment exam can now download their hall tickets from the official SBI website, sbi.co.in. This release marks the commencement of the exam phase for countless aspirants, reflecting the bank's extensive hiring process aimed at filling 600 PO vacancies across various categories.
Released on February 28, 2025, the SBI PO Prelims Admit Card is available for download until March 24, 2025. Candidates need to use their registration number and password to log in and access their admit cards. The preliminary examination itself is set to take place on March 8, 16, and 24, 2025, making it imperative for candidates to retrieve their admit cards as soon as possible. Without the admit card, candidates will not be allowed to enter the examination hall.
The admit card is packed with important information such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam date, reporting time, and general instructions for the examination. It is also recommended for candidates to carefully review all details listed on their admit card and report any discrepancies to the relevant authorities immediately.
For those unfamiliar with the process, here are the steps to download the SBI PO Prelims Admit Card:
- Visit the official SBI website at sbi.co.in.
- Click on the “SBI PO Admit Card 2025” link on the homepage.
- Input your registration details to log in.
- The SBI PO Prelims Admit Card will be displayed on the screen.
- Download the admit card and print it for your records and for the exam day.
Given the high volume of applicants—over 839,325 individuals have applied—the competition is expected to be fierce. Candidates are advised to utilize their preparation time effectively and focus their efforts on securing success for this first stage of the selection process.
The recruitment drive seeks to fill 600 positions which include 240 for Unreserved (UR), 158 for Other Backward Classes (OBC), 87 for Scheduled Castes (SC), 57 for Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 58 for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). The selection procedure consists of three stages: the prelims, mains, and finally interviews.
For additional guidance, candidates should regularly check the official SBI website for any updates or changes related to the examination process. It is also beneficial to stay connected through official WhatsApp and Telegram channels provided by SBI, ensuring all candidates remain informed of any important announcements.
Remember to pack the printed copy of the admit card and take it along with valid photo identification proof. This documentation is necessary for entry to the exam hall, and candidates must adhere to the reporting time indicated on the admit card.
With the examination days fast approaching, aspirants should confirm the details on their admit card to avoid any last-minute hitches. Good luck to all candidates appearing for the SBI PO Prelims 2025!