SBI Specialist Cadre Officers 2024, Syllabus & Exam pattern

The State Bank of India has announced the recruitment of Specialist Cadre Officers on a regular basis through Advertisement No: CRPD/SCO/2024-25/15. With the online registration period open from September 14, 2024, to October 4, 2024, it's crucial for aspiring candidates to be well-prepared for the selection process. This guide provides a detailed overview of the exam pattern and syllabus to help you navigate your preparation effectively. Applly for SBI SCO Recruitment 2024

SBI SCO Recruitment 2024

Exam Pattern Sbi Sco

The recruitment process involves two main stages:

1. Online Written Test
2. Interaction (Interview)

1. Online Written Test

Tentative Date: November 2024

Exam Centers: The test will be held across various locations including major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai, and many others. You must choose your preferred exam center during registration. Note that while you can select a center, the Bank reserves the right to assign you to a different location if necessary.

Test Pattern:

• General Aptitude (Qualifying in Nature)Test of Reasoning: 15 questions, 15 marksQuantitative Aptitude: 15 questions, 15 marksEnglish Language: 20 questions, 20 marksTotal Time: 45 minutes
• Test of Reasoning: 15 questions, 15 marks
• Quantitative Aptitude: 15 questions, 15 marks
• English Language: 20 questions, 20 marks
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Professional Knowledge (PK)General IT Knowledge: 60 questions, 100 marksTotal Time: 75 minutes
• General IT Knowledge: 60 questions, 100 marks
• Total Time: 75 minutes

Key Points:

• Qualifying Marks: While the General Aptitude section is qualifying, the marks will not be considered for the merit list. You need to score minimum qualifying marks in these sections.
• No Negative Marking: There will be no penalty for incorrect answers.
• Merit List: The merit list will be prepared based on your performance in the Professional Knowledge paper and will determine your progression to the Interaction stage.

2. Interaction (Interview)

Candidates who qualify the written test will be called for an Interaction (Interview) which carries 25 marks. The qualifying marks for the Interaction stage will be decided by the Bank. The final selection will be based on a combination of scores from the Online Written Test (70%) and the Interaction (30%).

Syllabus for Online Written Examination

Professional Knowledge Paper

The Professional Knowledge paper is crucial and covers various technical subjects. Here’s a breakdown:

• Software Development (33 marks)Data Structures and Algorithms: Arrays, Linked Lists, Stacks, Queues, Trees, Heaps, Hashing, Searching, and Sorting Algorithms.Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Concepts: Abstraction, Encapsulation, Polymorphism, Inheritance.Web/Application Development: HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, HTTP/HTTPS, AJAX, REST APIs, Git.Software Engineering: Development Lifecycle, Software Testing Concepts, Design Patterns, SOLID principles.Databases: DBMS, ER Diagrams, ACID Properties, Keys, Indexes, Normalization, SQL Functions.
• Data Structures and Algorithms: Arrays, Linked Lists, Stacks, Queues, Trees, Heaps, Hashing, Searching, and Sorting Algorithms.
• Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Concepts: Abstraction, Encapsulation, Polymorphism, Inheritance.
• Web/Application Development: HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, HTTP/HTTPS, AJAX, REST APIs, Git.
• Software Engineering: Development Lifecycle, Software Testing Concepts, Design Patterns, SOLID principles.
• Databases: DBMS, ER Diagrams, ACID Properties, Keys, Indexes, Normalization, SQL Functions.
• Infra Support (33 marks)Operating Systems: System Calls, Processes, Threads, Memory Management, CPU Scheduling Algorithms, Paging, I/O Scheduling.Virtual Machines and Storage Solutions: Backup, Recovery, Security, Windows and Unix/Linux Environments.
• Operating Systems: System Calls, Processes, Threads, Memory Management, CPU Scheduling Algorithms, Paging, I/O Scheduling.
• Virtual Machines and Storage Solutions: Backup, Recovery, Security, Windows and Unix/Linux Environments.
• Networking (17 marks)Network Types and Devices: LAN, WAN, MAN, Topologies, OSI Model, TCP/IP Model.IP Addressing: IPv4, IPv6, Subnets, Supernets.Protocols: DNS, SMTP, HTTP, FTP, Firewall, VPN.
• Network Types and Devices: LAN, WAN, MAN, Topologies, OSI Model, TCP/IP Model.
• IP Addressing: IPv4, IPv6, Subnets, Supernets.
• Protocols: DNS, SMTP, HTTP, FTP, Firewall, VPN.
• Cloud Operations (17 marks)Cloud Computing Basics: Characteristics, Services (SAAS, PAAS, IAAS), Virtualization, Containers, CI/CD.
• Cloud Computing Basics: Characteristics, Services (SAAS, PAAS, IAAS), Virtualization, Containers, CI/CD.

Preparation Tips

1. Understand the Syllabus: Review each section thoroughly and focus on areas where you feel less confident.
2. Practice Regularly: Take practice tests to familiarize yourself with the exam pattern and improve time management.
3. Review Previous Papers: Go through sample papers and previous years’ questions if available.
4. Stay Updated: Keep track of any updates from the Union Bank of India regarding the exam.