The State Bank of India (SBI) officially released the SBI PO Prelims 2026 results and cut-off marks on September 1, 2026. Aspiring banking professionals can now access their performance data through the official portal at www.sbi.bank.in. Understanding these benchmarks is critical for candidates as they transition to the next phase of the recruitment cycle.
SBI PO Prelims 2026 Cut-Off Marks
The cut-off scores are determined by several factors, including the overall difficulty level of the examination, the total number of vacancies, and the volume of candidates who appeared for the test. Below are the official cut-off marks for the 2026 cycle:
| Category | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cut-Off Marks | 66.25 | 58.75 | 52.75 | 66 | 45.50 |
SBI PO Selection Process Methodology
The State Bank of India follows a rigorous selection methodology to ensure merit-based recruitment. Here is the step-by-step procedure for the Prelims stage:
- Candidates participate in the SBI PO Prelims examination.
- SBI compiles scores and creates a category-wise merit list based on aggregate performance.
- A shortlisting benchmark is established based on the pre-determined criteria.
- The bank shortlists approximately 10 times the number of vacancies in each category for the Mains examination.
- Successful candidates are then cleared to move forward to the SBI PO Mains exam.
Interpreting Your Score: Checklist
It is important to understand how your raw score relates to the cut-off benchmark. Please note that there is no sectional cut-off for the SBI PO Prelims, meaning your aggregate score is the primary metric for selection.
| Situation | What it Means |
|---|---|
| Score > Cut Off | Qualified for next stage, subject to result |
| Score = Cut Off | Meets the cut-off benchmark |
| Score < Cut Off | Not shortlisted through Prelims |
| One section low, overall above cut-off | Possible to qualify because no sectional Prelims cut-off |
Next Steps for Qualified Candidates
If you have cleared the cut-off, you must immediately begin your preparation for the Mains examination. To proceed, please utilize the following resources:
- Check your status: SBI PO Prelims Result 2026 Out- Click to Check
- View your performance: SBI PO Prelims Scorecard 2026
- Download your entry document: SBI PO Mains Admit Card 2026 Out- Click to Download
Historical Cut-Off Trends
| Year | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 66.75 | 59.25 | 51.50 | 65.50 | 64.50 |
| 2024 | 61.75 | 55 | 49 | 60.50 | 60.25 |
| 2023 | 59.25 | 53 | 47.50 | 59.25 | 59.25 |
| 2022 | 59.50 | 52.50 | 47.75 | 58.25 | 59.50 |
| 2021 | 94.85 | 77.32 | 75.01 | 59.50 | 90.01 |
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