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SBI Apprentice Preparation Guide
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SBI Apprentice Preparation Guide 2026
Overview
Recruitment for Apprentices in State Bank of India branches across the country. It is aimed at Graduates (20–28 years) for SBI Apprentice posts, with a medium difficulty level.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 25 | 15 min | −0.25 per wrong answer |
| General English | 25 | 15 min | −0.25 per wrong answer |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 15 min | −0.25 per wrong answer |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 15 min | −0.25 per wrong answer |
Total: 100 questions in 60 minutes.
Detailed Syllabus
- General/Financial Awareness
- General English
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning Ability
- Computer Aptitude
Marking Scheme
- Correct answer: +1 marks
- Wrong answer: -0.25 marks
- Unanswered: 0 marks
Eligibility
Graduation in any discipline, Age 20–28 years
Selection Process
Online Written Exam → Local Language Test → Document Verification
Preparation Strategy
- Map Every Section to Time: SBI Apprentice splits 100 questions across 4 sections in 60 minutes — decide a per-section time budget before test day so no single section eats your buffer.
- Prioritize the Syllabus by Weight: Focus first on General/Financial Awareness and General English, then move to Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, Computer Aptitude — these are the subjects tested in the actual paper structure.
- Respect the Negative Marking: A wrong answer costs 0.25 mark(s), so only attempt a question when you can eliminate at least two options — guessing blind against this penalty is a net loss over a full paper.
- Simulate the Real Timer: Take full-length 60-minute mock tests on YourMockTest under exam conditions before attempting the real SBI Apprentice — pacing under pressure is a separate skill from knowing the syllabus.
- Review Every Mistake: After each mock, spend more time reviewing wrong answers than attempting new questions — a repeated mistake in practice is a guaranteed mistake in the real exam.
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