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SBI PO Prelims Question Paper 2026 Out (Memory-Based), Download Answer Key PDF

Soumya Rajput

Aug 2, 2026

SBI PO Prelims Question Paper 2026 is available here based on the questions recalled by candidates who appeared for the examination. SBI PO Prelims 2026 is being conducted on August 1 and 2, 2026, in four shifts: 9:00 AM–10:00 AM, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM, and 4:30 PM–5:30 PM. Candidates can download the memory-based question paper with the answer key PDF to review the questions, calculate their expected scores, and prepare for upcoming shifts.

SBI PO Prelims 2026 Memory Based Paper PDF

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SBI PO Prelims 2026 Exam Analysis

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SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2026

SBI PO Prelims 2026 is conducted online for a total of 100 marks. Candidates have to answer 100 objective-type questions within 60 minutes. The examination comprises English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning Ability, with a separate time limit of 20 minutes for each section.

Subject Number of Questions Sectional Time
English Language 40 20 minutes
Quantitative Aptitude 30 20 minutes
Reasoning Ability 30 20 minutes
Total 100 60 minutes

SBI PO Prelims 2026 Marking Scheme

Each question carries approximately 1 mark, as the examination consists of 100 questions for 100 marks.

One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every incorrect answer.

No marks will be deducted for unanswered questions.

Questions other than those in the English Language section are available in both English and Hindi.

There is no sectional cut-off in the preliminary examination. Candidates are shortlisted for the Main Examination based on their aggregate Prelims score.

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SBI PO Prelims 2026 Subject-wise Weightage

English Language carries the highest weightage, accounting for 40% of the question paper. Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning Ability carry equal weightage of 30% each. Therefore, candidates must attempt all three sections within their respective 20-minute sectional limits and focus on maintaining both speed and accuracy.

SBI PO Prelims Question Paper 2026 FAQs

Ques. Is the SBI PO Prelims Question Paper 2026 available?

Ans: Yes, the SBI PO Prelims 2026 memory-based question paper is available based on questions recalled by candidates after the examination.

Ques. Where can I download the SBI PO Prelims 2026 answer key PDF?

Ans: Candidates can download the memory-based SBI PO Prelims question paper and answer key PDF from the link provided in the article.

Ques. How many questions are asked in the SBI PO Prelims 2026 exam?

Ans: The SBI PO Prelims exam consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying a total of 100 marks.

Ques. What is the duration of the SBI PO Prelims 2026 exam?

Ans: The total duration of the examination is 60 minutes, with a separate sectional time limit of 20 minutes for each subject.

Ques. Is there negative marking in SBI PO Prelims 2026?

Ans: Yes, one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for every incorrect answer. No marks are deducted for unanswered questions.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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