SBI Clerk Syllabus: Every Section, Both Phases
Four subject areas, two phases, one qualifying language test. Here is the full topic map.
The SBI Clerk syllabus covers four subject areas: Quantitative Aptitude (called Numerical Ability in prelims), Reasoning Ability with Computer Aptitude, English Language, and General/Financial Awareness. Prelims tests the first three; mains tests all four, with computer aptitude folded into the reasoning section.
This page lists every topic under each area and marks what only appears in mains. For the timers, marks and the no-interview merit rule, see the exam pattern page; this one is about what to study.
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Syllabus at a Glance: Sections by Phase
English Language / General English
Prelims
30 questions
Mains
40 questions
Numerical Ability / Quantitative Aptitude
Prelims
35 questions
Mains
50 questions
Reasoning / Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
Prelims
35 questions
Mains
50 questions
General / Financial Awareness
Prelims
Not tested
Mains
50 questions
| Section | Prelims | Mains |
|---|---|---|
| English Language / General English | 30 questions | 40 questions |
| Numerical Ability / Quantitative Aptitude | 35 questions | 50 questions |
| Reasoning / Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 35 questions | 50 questions |
| General / Financial Awareness | Not tested | 50 questions |
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability
Simplification and DI carry the marks in both phases. The topic list in full:
- check_circleSimplification and Approximation
- check_circleNumber Series and Quadratic Equations
- check_circleData Interpretation: tables, bar, line and pie charts
- check_circlePercentages, Ratio and Proportion, Averages
- check_circleProfit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest
- check_circleTime, Speed and Distance; Time and Work; Partnership
- check_circleMixtures and Alligations, Mensuration
- check_circlePermutation, Combination and Probability
- check_circleData Sufficiency
Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude
Puzzles and seating dominate. Computer aptitude appears only in the mains section:
- check_circlePuzzles and Seating Arrangement
- check_circleSyllogism, Inequalities, Blood Relations
- check_circleCoding-Decoding, Direction and Distance, Order and Ranking
- check_circleAlphanumeric Series and Input-Output
- check_circleData Sufficiency and Logical Reasoning
- check_circleComputer fundamentals, MS Office, internet basics, shortcuts
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English Language
- check_circleReading Comprehension
- check_circleCloze Test and Fill in the Blanks
- check_circlePara Jumbles and Para Completion
- check_circleError Spotting and Sentence Correction
- check_circleSentence Improvement and Phrase Replacement
- check_circleVocabulary: synonyms, antonyms, idioms and phrases
General / Financial Awareness (Mains Only)
Fifty questions in mains, and the section most prelims-focused candidates under-prepare:
- check_circleCurrent affairs, national and international, roughly the last 6 months
- check_circleBanking and financial awareness
- check_circleRBI and its functions
- check_circleThe Indian financial system and its institutions
- check_circleBanking terms and abbreviations
- check_circleGovernment and banking schemes
- check_circleBudget and Economic Survey highlights, static GK
The Mains-Only Half of the Syllabus Decides Selection
Final merit comes from mains alone, and mains adds two areas prelims never tests: General/Financial Awareness (50 questions) and computer aptitude. Candidates who start those only after the prelims result are giving up the exact marks that rank state-wise merit. Start the awareness habit from week one.
SBI Clerk Syllabus FAQs
What are the subjects in the SBI Clerk syllabus?expand_more
Four areas: Quantitative Aptitude (Numerical Ability in prelims), Reasoning Ability with Computer Aptitude, English Language, and General/Financial Awareness. Prelims tests the first three; mains tests all four.
Is general awareness asked in SBI Clerk prelims?expand_more
No. General/Financial Awareness appears only in mains, where it carries 50 questions for 50 marks. Prelims covers English, Numerical Ability and Reasoning only.
Does SBI Clerk have a computer knowledge section?expand_more
Computer aptitude is tested inside the mains Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude section rather than as a separate paper. Expect fundamentals, MS Office, internet basics and shortcuts.
Is the SBI Clerk syllabus the same as IBPS Clerk?expand_more
The subject areas overlap almost completely, which is why many candidates prepare for both. The patterns differ in marks distribution and cycle timing, so check each exam's pattern page separately.
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