SBI PO Mains Exam Analysis 12 September 2026, All Sections Questions Asked & Good Attempts

The State Bank of India has scheduled the SBI PO Mains Examination 2026 for 12 September 2026 (1 pm to 4:30 pm). Candidates who appeared for the examination shared their feedback about the difficulty level, questions asked, section-wise attempts and topics covered. As per the feedback, SBI PO Mains 2026 Exam held today was of Moderate to difficult level with some questions being time-consuming and lengthy.  

SBI PO Mains Exam Analysis 12 September 2026

The SBI PO Mains paper includes Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis & Interpretation, General Awareness/Economy/Banking and English Language, along with the descriptive component. The exam analysis shared in this article has been prepared after connecting with the candidates who appeared in the examination and shared their feedback about the difficulty level, questions asked, section-wise attempts and topics covered.

Note: The analysis is based on candidate feedback and memory-based questions reported after the examination. The exact number and topic distribution may vary. 

SBI PO Mains Exam Analysis 2026: Highlights

What is SBI PO 2026 Mains Exam Difficulty Level?

SBI PO Mains paper requires careful time management and selection of questions. The overall difficulty assessment may vary because candidates attempt different combinations of questions.

Overall Difficulty Level: Moderate to Difficult

Good Attempts for SBI PO Mains Exam 2026

Good attempts represent the approximate number of questions that candidates could attempt with reasonable accuracy. They are not an official SBI benchmark and should be interpreted along with accuracy and the difficulty level of the paper.

SBI PO Mains Section-wise Exam Analysis 2026

The SBI PO Mains examination tests candidates across reasoning, quantitative/data interpretation, English and banking/economy/general awareness. The section-wise analysis is summarised below.

SBI PO Mains Reasoning & Computer Aptitude Exam Analysis 2026

The Reasoning & Computer Aptitude section requires candidates to solve puzzles, logical reasoning questions and computer-related questions within the allotted time.

Questions asked in SBI PO Reasoning section- 

• Circle-based puzzle (8 persons, inside) + Blood Relation – 5 questions
• Month- 8 persons + variable (company) – 4 questions
• Linear Seating Arrangement (8 persons, North-facing) – 1 question
• Certain Number of persons + variable (north-facing) – 4 questions
• Row + Column based with condition- 4 questions
• Machine Input (Word-based) – 4 questions
• Logical Reasoning-
  Data Sufficiency (2 statements – floor-based, parallel row, Direction)- 3 questions
  Decision Making- 1 question
  Cause & Effect- 1 question
  Conclusion based- 1 question
• Meaningful word (PRAISED)- 1 question
• Alphabet-Based – 1 question

SBI PO Mains English Language Analysis 2026

The English Language section evaluates candidates on reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar and other language-based skills.

Questions asked in SBI PO Mains English were of moderate level, and here are a few as shared by candidates: 

• Reading Comprehension (2 RCs) – 13 questions
• Cloze Test – 05 questions
• Paragraph-Based (Find the Missing Sentence – A, B, C) – 02 questions
• Para Jumbles (7 Sentences) – 05 questions
• Phrase Replacement – 02 questions
• Idioms with Fillers – 03 questions
• Find the Correct & Incorrect Sentences – 05 questions
• Match the Column – 02 questions
• Odd One Out (6 Sentences) – 03 questions

SBI PO Mains Data Analysis & Interpretation Analysis 2026

The Data Analysis & Interpretation section is one of the calculation-intensive sections of SBI PO Mains. Candidates have to interpret data, identify the required information and perform calculations accurately.

Questions asked in this section were of moderate to difficult level, and here are a few as shared by candidates:

• Quadratic (Roots given P & P+5) 10 ≥ (P-3) ≥ -10: 2 questions
• Two equations
• Bar + Caselet DI: 3 questions
• Donut Chart + Table-based DI (6 segments): 4 questions
• Table based DI: 5 questions

SBI PO Mains GA/Economy/Banking Analysis 2026

The General Awareness section is based largely on current affairs, banking awareness, financial awareness and economic developments. Candidates reported questions from recent banking and financial developments along with current affairs.

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SBI PO Mains Descriptive Test Analysis 2026

The SBI PO Mains examination also includes a descriptive component that tests candidates’ written communication skills. Candidates should analyse the descriptive paper separately, as performance in this component does not merely depend on the number of objective questions attempted.

• Email Writing: Write an email to the HR Manager declining a job offer.
• Situational Analysis: A farmer took a loan of Rs. 8 lakh from the bank 6 years ago but has not been paying the EMIs. He requested a moratorium, but the bank rejected his request. He then came to the bank along with several villagers. What would you do in this situation as a bank officer?
• Precis Writing: A passage related to UNESCO World Heritage Sites was given for precis writing.

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SBI PO Mains Exam Analysis 2026: How to Calculate Your Score?

The exam includes both objective and descriptive sections. Candidates can calculate their probable objective score using the marking scheme prescribed for the examination.

• Negative marking is 0.25 marks for objective-type questions
• A basic calculation can be made using:

Probable Score = Marks for Correct Answers − Negative Marks for Incorrect Answers