SBI SO Syllabus 2026: Stream-Wise Breakdown for All Specialist Posts

SBI SO

State Bank of IndiaGraduate / Post Graduate hard

The SBI SO syllabus is primarily divided into two parts: the General Aptitude section (common across most streams) and the Professional Knowledge section (specific to the post applied for). Understanding the detailed syllabus is the first step towards a targeted preparation strategy for the 2026 exam.

General Aptitude Syllabus (Common for Most Posts)

This section is often qualifying in nature, requiring candidates to meet a minimum cut-off. It tests foundational skills.

  • Quantitative Aptitude: Number System, Simplification, Data Interpretation, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Averages, Mensuration.
  • Reasoning Ability: Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Inequalities, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Coding-Decoding, Input-Output, Data Sufficiency, Logical Reasoning.
  • English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Error Spotting, Fill in the Blanks, Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms), Sentence Improvement.

Professional Knowledge Syllabus (Stream-Wise)

IT Officer (Scale I & II)

  • Programming Languages: C, C++, Java, Python basics.
  • Database Management: SQL, RDBMS concepts, Normalization, Transactions.
  • Operating Systems: Concepts, Memory Management, Process Management.
  • Networking: OSI Model, TCP/IP, Protocols, Network Security.
  • Web Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML.
  • Software Engineering: SDLC, Testing Methodologies.

Law Officer

  • Banking Regulations (Banking Regulation Act, 1949).
  • Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
  • Contract Act, 1872.
  • Company Law.
  • SARFAESI Act, 2002.
  • RDB Act, 1993.
  • Indian Penal Code (IPC) & Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) relevant to banking.

HR Officer

  • HR Development.
  • Performance Management.
  • Training & Development.
  • Industrial Relations.
  • Labour Laws (Factories Act, Industrial Disputes Act, PF & Gratuity).
  • Organizational Behavior.

Marketing Officer

  • Marketing Management.
  • Brand Management.
  • Sales & Distribution.
  • Market Research & Consumer Behavior.
  • Digital Marketing.
  • Product Life Cycle.
  • Services Marketing (specifically for banking).

Finance/CA

  • Accounting Principles & Standards.
  • Financial Management.
  • Taxation (Direct & Indirect).
  • Auditing.
  • Indian Financial System.
  • Risk Management.
  • Treasury Management.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.Is the syllabus for SBI SO different for every post?

Yes, while the General Aptitude syllabus is largely similar, the core part of the exam, Professional Knowledge, is entirely different and specific to the post you apply for, such as IT, Law, or HR .

Q.Does the SBI SO syllabus include current affairs?

Current affairs are not a major part of the main papers for most specialist posts. However, for posts like Marketing Officer, knowledge of current trends in the banking and marketing sector can be beneficial. The General Aptitude section may have a few questions on Banking Awareness .

Q.What are the main topics for the SBI SO IT Officer syllabus?

The SBI SO IT Officer syllabus primarily covers Programming Languages (C, Java), Database Management Systems (SQL), Operating Systems, Computer Networks, and Web Technologies. For Scale II, topics are more advanced .

Q.Where can I find the official SBI SO syllabus PDF?

The official detailed syllabus is included in the advertisement PDF released by SBI on their careers page. You can download it from https://sbi.co.in/web/careers once the notification is out .

Q.Are there any topics excluded from the syllabus for SBI SO 2026?

The official notification for 2026 will provide the definitive list of topics. However, based on past papers, the syllabus remains consistent year-on-year, focusing strictly on the core domain subjects mentioned in this guide .

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