SBI Clerk 2025 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

SBI Clerk 2025 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 17 PYQ-pattern questions in this set — freshly worded in that year's pattern, not the original questions. Answers and solutions open under each question.

1. Q1 · Reading Comprehension

   Read the passage carefully and answer the question that follows: In the modern banking landscape, digital transformation has accelerated customer service operations while simultaneously raising concerns about data security. Traditional banks are investing heavily in cybersecurity infrastructure to protect sensitive information from increasingly sophisticated threats. However, the challenge lies in balancing robust security measures with seamless user experience. Financial institutions must navigate regulatory compliance while maintaining competitive advantages through innovation. Question: What is the primary challenge mentioned for traditional banks in the passage?

   • A. Lack of investment in digital infrastructure
   • B. Balancing security measures with user-friendly services
   • C. Meeting basic regulatory requirements
   • D. Training staff for cybersecurity operations
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The passage explicitly states that the challenge lies in balancing robust security measures with seamless user experience.

2. Q2 · Sentence Rearrangement

   Rearrange the following sentences in proper sequence: 1. Consequently, banks are implementing stricter verification procedures. 2. Identity theft has become a growing concern in digital banking. 3. These measures help protect customers from fraudulent activities. 4. Advanced biometric systems are now being deployed. What is the correct order?

   • A. 2, 1, 4, 3
   • B. 1, 2, 3, 4
   • C. 2, 4, 1, 3
   • D. 4, 2, 1, 3
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   The logical sequence is: 2 (problem stated) → 1 (banks' response) → 4 (specific solution) → 3 (outcome/benefit).

3. Q3 · Synonyms and Antonyms

   Choose the word most SIMILAR in meaning to the word given in bold: METICULOUS

   • A. Careless
   • B. Careful
   • C. Hasty
   • D. Reckless
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Meticulous means showing great attention to detail or being very careful and precise, so the synonym is Careful.

4. Q4 · Simplification and Approximation

   What approximate value should come in place of the question mark (?) in the following question? (48.97 × 12.03) + (35.89% of 800) = ?

   • A. 875
   • B. 920
   • C. 780
   • D. 1050
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   48.97×12.03 ≈ 49×12 = 588. 35.89% of 800 ≈ 36% × 800 = 288. Total ≈ 588 + 288 = 876, closest to 875.

5. Q5 · Data Interpretation

   The table below shows the number of books sold by a bookstore over 3 months: January: 450, February: 520, March: 380 What is the average number of books sold per month?

   • A. 440
   • B. 450
   • C. 460
   • D. 470
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Average = (450 + 520 + 380) / 3 = 1350 / 3 = 450 books per month.

6. Q6 · Probability

   A bag contains 5 red, 4 blue, and 3 green balls. Three balls are drawn at random. What is the probability that all three balls are of different colors?

   • A. 3/11
   • B. 2/9
   • C. 1/4
   • D. 5/22
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Total balls = 12. Total ways to draw 3 = 12C3 = 220. Ways to draw 1 of each color = 5C1×4C1×3C1 = 60. Probability = 60/220 = 3/11.

7. Q7 · Syllogism

   Statements: All desks are chairs. Some chairs are tables. No table is a bench. Conclusions: I. Some desks are tables. II. No bench is a chair.

   • A. Only conclusion I follows
   • B. Only conclusion II follows
   • C. Either I or II follows
   • D. Neither I nor II follows
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   From the statements, 'All desks are chairs' and 'Some chairs are tables' do not guarantee that desks are tables (I false). 'No table is a bench' does not confirm all chairs are non-benches (II false). Neither conclusion follows.

8. Q8 · Coding-Decoding

   In a certain code language, 'LOGIC' is written as 'MPHJD' and 'THINK' is written as 'UIJOL'. How will 'BRAIN' be written in that code language?

   • A. CSBJO
   • B. CSBJM
   • C. CQAHM
   • D. CSAIM
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Each letter is replaced by the next letter in the alphabet series. B→C, R→S, A→B, I→J, N→O.

9. Q9 · Blood Relations

   Pointing to a woman, Rajesh said, 'She is the daughter of my grandfather's only son.' How is the woman related to Rajesh?

   • A. Sister
   • B. Daughter
   • C. Mother
   • D. Wife
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Grandfather's only son is Rajesh's father. The daughter of Rajesh's father is his sister.

10. Q10 · Order and Ranking

    Among five friends P, Q, R, S, and T, each having a different height, T is taller than only S. P is shorter than Q but taller than R. Who is the tallest?

    • A. Q
    • B. P
    • C. R
    • D. T
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Order: T > S, Q > P > R. T is taller than only S so: Q, P, R, T, S in descending order. Hence Q is tallest.