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SBI PO Cutoff 2026 — expected score & rank bands
What does your score in SBI Probationary Officer (Prelims) actually get you? These bands map a mock/exam percentage to the rank window and outcomes that score range has typically achieved.
AI-curated from historic cutoff patterns — indicative, not official. Always verify with the latest official notification.
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Category-wise expected cutoff (indicative)
| Category | Expected Cutoff (indicative) |
|---|---|
| General | 68–75 marks out of 100 |
| EWS | 65–72 marks out of 100 |
| OBC | 60–68 marks out of 100 |
| SC | 45–53 marks out of 100 |
| ST | 40–48 marks out of 100 |
| PwD | 35–43 marks out of 100 |
- General-vs-OBC gap: Typically 8–12 marks; SC/ST cutoffs sit 20–28 marks below General. EWS tracks 3–5 marks below General.
- Year-on-year shifts: Cutoffs fluctuate ±5 marks based on paper difficulty, vacancy count, and candidate pool strength. Tough papers compress ranges downward; easier editions push General near 75+.
- Sectional qualifiers matter: Meeting overall cutoff is necessary but not sufficient—candidates must also clear minimum marks in each section (Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English) to qualify for Mains.
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Top tier — Metro posting likely
92–100%
- SBI Probationary Officer posting — among top 500-1000 candidates
- High probability of preferred metro circle posting (Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore)
- Scale I Officer with fast-track growth potential
- Strong foundation for managerial roles and executive positions
- Typically scores comparable to top 0.1% of approximately 20-25 lakh applicants
Excellent score — Strong contender
85–92%
- SBI Probationary Officer posting — very strong position
- Among top 2,000-3,000 Prelims performers
- Better choice of preferred posting circles with good Mains+Interview
- Scale I Officer — Pay Level 10, comprehensive benefits package
- Career progression to Middle/Senior Management roles
Good score — Mains probable
65–75%
- SBI PO Mains examination call — General category likely
- Competitive position among approximately 10,000-15,000 qualifiers
- Need 50-55% in Mains to stay in contention for interview
- Practice Group Discussion and Interview skills
Safe qualifying — Mains eligible
50–65%
- SBI PO Mains examination call — likely for SC/ST/OBC categories
- Prelims cleared but need strong Mains performance
- Approximately 15,000-25,000 candidates in this range
- Focus on Descriptive Writing and Interview preparation
Marginal qualifying zone
35–50%
- May clear sectional cut-offs but overall score borderline
- Unlikely to make final merit list for Mains
- Typically scores of reserved category candidates who qualify
- Need significant improvement for competitive scores
Below qualifying threshold
0–35%
- Unlikely to clear sectional cut-offs
- Score typically below minimum qualification marks
- Focus on speed and accuracy for next attempt
- Review basic concepts in Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning
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