The SBI Clerk 2026 syllabus covers two stages. Knowing the section-wise breakdown is the starting point for any solid preparation plan. This page gives you the full exam pattern, topics, marks distribution, and a focused strategy for both Prelims and Mains. Last updated: 22.05.2026.
SBI Clerk 2026 Prelims Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 60 minutes combined. Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer. Prelims is qualifying only. SBI Clerk does NOT have sectional time limits.
SBI Clerk 2026 Mains Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 |
| General English | 40 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| General and Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 190 | 200 |
Duration: 160 minutes combined. No sectional time limits.
English Language Topics
- Reading Comprehension with inference and vocabulary questions
- Cloze Test, Error Detection, Sentence Improvement
- Para Jumbles, Fill in the Blanks, Vocabulary
Numerical Ability Topics
- Simplification and Approximation (5 to 7 questions, quick marks)
- Number Series, Data Interpretation, Quadratic Equations
- Time and Work, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest
- Ratio and Proportion, Speed Distance Time, Probability, Mensuration
Reasoning Ability Topics
- Puzzles and Seating Arrangements (10 to 15 questions, highest weightage)
- Syllogism, Coding and Decoding, Inequalities
- Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Alphanumeric Series
General and Financial Awareness (Mains)
- Current Affairs from last 6 months before exam date
- RBI policies: repo rate, CRR, SLR; banking news
- Government schemes, Union Budget highlights
- Static GK, important appointments in banking sector
Preparation Strategy
- Prelims: Simplification, Number Series, and Puzzles account for nearly 30 marks. Start here.
- Mains: GA separates toppers from average scorers. Daily newspaper reading is non-negotiable.
- Mock tests: Complete at least 20 full mocks before exam day.
Test your preparation with our SBI Clerk 2026 Free Mock Test based on the exact prelims pattern.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF (Syllabus Inside) | Download Official PDF |
| Apply Online (Closed) | ibpsonline.ibps.in |
| Official SBI Careers | sbi.co.in/careers |
| SBI Clerk Vacancy 2026 | View Notification |
| SBI Clerk Result 2026 | Declared |
| SBI Clerk Cut Off 2026 | View Cutoff |
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