IBPS PO vs SBI PO

SBI PO Vs IBPS PO: Every intelligent candidate has a curiosity to know all the differences between any two common posts to come to a conclusion of choosing one. Such is the case with IBPS PO & SBI PO. As IBPS PO 2021 exam will soon knock on the candidates’ doors, most of them are curious to know the difference between both jobs. And it is important to know which job provides better opportunities to them, SBI PO or IBPS PO?

In this article, we’ll compare both posts and help them to decide which job best suits their needs and temperament. Plus, which one will help their career progression, and what benefits and perks do each job offer?

Which one to choose, IBPS PO or SBI PO?

SBI PO’s post, as we know, is the most sought-after and lucrative Banking job in India. The number of vacancies in SBI is less than that of IBPS, but despite this fact, the applicants came in huge numbers to apply for it every year. Although the job profiles of an IBPS PO and SBI PO are the same, with stark differences in career prospects, pay, and work environment. The competition is tough for both the exams and hence, you would need a lot of hard work and smart work to clear any of these exams.

Recruitment Process-IPBS PO vs SBI PO

The recruitment process for both the exams consists of three stages:

1. Prelims
2. Mains
3. Interview or GD round

Given below is the table that compares both the exams:

Basis of Difference	IBPS PO	SBI PO
Stages	-1st Stage: Preliminary Exam) -2nd Stage: Main Exam) -3rd Stage: Interview (The composite scores of Mains and Interview Process in a ratio of 80:20 is used to create a merit list for the final selection. It carries a 20% weightage in the final result).	-1st Stage: Preliminary Exam -2nd Stage: Main Exam -3rd Stage: Group Discussion/Exercise and Interview round (The aggregate scores in the Mains exam and Interview/GD round is used for final selection It carries a weightage of 25% of the total marks).
Exam Duration	Preliminary Exam- 60 Minutes Main exam- 3 hours 30 minutes	Preliminary Exam-60 Minutes Main exam- 2 hours & 40 minutes
Mode of Exam	Online	Online
Exam Schedule	Preliminary Exam- October Main exam- November	Preliminary Exam- April and May Main exam- June
Number of Sections	–IBPS PO Preliminary Exam: Reasoning Ability Quantitative Aptitude English Language     –IBPS PO Main Exam: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness English Language Data Analysis & Interpretation English Language (Letter Writing & Essay)	–SBI PO Preliminary Exam: English Language Quantitative Aptitude Reasoning Ability   –SBI PO Main Exam: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude Data Analysis & Interpretation General Awareness about Economy/ Banking English Language
Total Marks	Preliminary Exam-100 Mains Exam-225	Preliminary Exam-100 Mains Exam-200
Cut-offs	Sectional as well as overall cut-off at Pre and Main level.	No sectional cut-off for Pre and Main Exam. The final result is concluded following the total cut-off only.
Difficulty Level	Moderate in terms of difficulty level. The IBPS Main exam invites tough questions to be solved in a limited time.	Difficult. The questions on quantitative ability are tough and the time is limited.
Associated Banks	Indian Bank IDBI Bank -State Bank of Patiala -State Bank of Hyderabad -Indian Overseas Bank -State Bank of Mysore -State Bank of Mysore -Oriental Bank of Commerce -Bank of Baroda -Punjab National Bank Syndicate Bank -State Bank of Travancore -Central Bank of India -Canara Bank -State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur -Vijaya Bank Corporation Bank -UCO Bank -Andhra Bank -United Bank of India jab and Sind Bank -Bank of India -Dena Bank -Bank of Maharashtra -Allahabad Bank -Union Bank of India	-State Bank of India
SBI PO Salary vs IBPS PO Salary	INR 37,360 – INR 38,700 per month	INR 45,000 per month (Depending on HRA)
Mock Test	Attempt IBPS PO Mock Test!	Attempt SBI PO Mock Test!

Analysis for Mains Exam Pattern- IBPS PO vs SBI PO

Given below are the section-wise analysis of IBPS PO & SBI PO Exams:

Section	Question	Mark	Time	–	Section	Question	Mark	Time
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude	45	60	60 min	IBPS PO Vs SBI PO Prelims	Reasoning & Computer Aptitude	45	60	60 min
General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness	40	40	35 min	IBPS PO Vs SBI PO Prelims	General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness	40	40	35 min
English Language	35	40	40 min	IBPS PO Vs SBI PO Prelims	English Language	35	40	40 min
Data Analysis & Interpretation	35	60	45 min	IBPS PO Vs SBI PO Prelims	Data Analysis & Interpretation	35	60	45 min
TOTAL	155	200	3 hrs	IBPS PO Vs SBI PO Prelims	TOTAL	155	200	3 hrs
English Language (Letter Writing & Essay)	2	25	30 min	IBPS PO Vs SBI PO Prelims	English Language (Letter Writing & Essay)	2	50	30 min

Note: You can notice from the table above that there is no difference in the Mains exam pattern for the first four sections. The number of questions, marks allotted, time allotted, etc all are identical. But there is a significant difference between the two in their English language and essay writing sections. Both exams entertain two questions with a time limit of 30 minutes, but IBPS PO has allotted a maximum of 25 Marks to it, whereas SBI PO, as it reflects, has allotted 50 marks for it. SBI PO gives more importance to the English section compared with the IBPS PO exam. You should sharpen your writing skills to excel in the SBI PO Exam.  

Career Growth and Promotion-SBI PO Vs IBPS PO

The career growth and promotion after answering the SBI PO Vs IBPS PO are similar.

The list below is the hierarchy from lowest to highest ranks:

1. Junior Management Grade – Scale I – PO
2. Middle Management Grade – Scale II – Manager
3. Middle Management Grade – Scale III – Senior Manager
4. Senior Management Grade – Scale IV – Chief Manager
5. Senior Management Grade – Scale V – Assistant General Manager
6. Top Management Grade – Scale VI – Deputy General Manager
7. Top Management Grade – Scale VII – General Manager
8. Executive Director (ED)
9. Chairman and Managing Director (CMD)

Conclusion

If you are applying for either of the two posts, you must take into account all the differences we have mentioned above. SBI PO is tougher than the IBPS PO. And the factors that make it harder to crack are the availability of vacancies, and the number of applications received, benefits, and much better exposure. On the other hand, IBPS PO can be a better option for many candidates, because it offers a greater number of vacancies as compared to SBI PO, making it easier to crack. Hence, the comparisons we have made will help you in making a well-informed decision as to which job suits you best.

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