SBI PO 2017 Exam Results and Cutoff Analysis: Insights and Future Application Guidelines

The Specialized Bank of India's (SBI) Probationary Officer (PO) recruitment process for 2017 marked a significant change in the evaluation criteria, particularly with a notable absence of sectional cutoffs. This article will provide an in-depth analysis of the cutoffs, including the overall scores required and the implications for future applicants. Additionally, we will discuss the upcoming recruitment advertisement and the application deadline.

Overview of the SBI PO 2017 Exam

The major change observed in the SBI PO 2017 examination results is the removal of sectional cutoffs. This means that candidates can now expect more flexibility in their examination performance regarding individual sections such as Data Interpretation (DI), Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude. Even candidates who scored zero marks in the DI section are being considered for selection. The exam now primarily focuses on the overall score, which is a combination of the objective and descriptive tests.

Objective and Descriptive Test Cutoffs

The objective exam, consisting of 200 marks, has a cutoff of 50 marks for the general category, while the OBC, SC, and ST categories require a score of 40 marks. For the descriptive test, which carries 50 marks, the cutoff for the general category is 20 marks, for others (OBC, SC, ST) it is 17.5 marks. The scoring breakdown for each category is as follows:

Objective Exam: General: 50/200 Others (OBC, SC, ST): 40/200 Descriptive Test: General: 20/50 Others: 17.5/50

The marks for the Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) are also critical. For GD/PI, the scores for the general category are 79.5/250, while SC/ST candidates score 62.5/250. The cutoff for qualifying in GD/PI for the general category is 18/50, and 20/50 for others.

Normalisation of Scores and Final Selection

The marks in the written test (250) are normalized to 75 marks, and the GD/PI marks are normalized to 25 marks. The final selection cutoffs, based on the secured marks of the last selected candidate, are as follows:

SC: 38.95 ST: 28.88 General: 46.59 OBC: 40.83

These normalization processes ensure a fair and unbiased evaluation of all candidates.

Upcoming Recruitment Advertisement and Application Deadline

For those interested in applying for the SBI PO recruitment in the future, here is the relevant information:

Advertisement Number: CRPD/PO/2016-17/19 Last Date of Application: 6th March 2017 Payment of Application Fee: 6th March 2017

If you are planning to apply, act quickly! The application form and fee payment must be completed before the deadline. The full advertisement and application form can be found here.

Future applicants should stay aware of such updates and ensure they meet the application requirements in time.

Conclusion

The SBI PO 2017 results highlight the impact of the new evaluation criteria, removing sectional cutoffs and focusing on overall performance. This article provides valuable insights into the scores required for various categories and the application deadlines for future recruitment. By closely monitoring such details, applicants can optimize their preparation and increase their chances of success.