The GA questions in SBI PO Mains 2025 primarily revolved around banking awareness, government schemes, economic policies, and important national and international events from the past six months. Candidates also reported the inclusion of questions on recent RBI decisions, global summits, major awards, and appointments, ensuring the section thoroughly tested their knowledge of current affairs and static GK relevant to the banking sector.
GA Questions Asked in SBI PO Mains 2025
The General Awareness (GA) section in the SBI PO Mains 2025 focused heavily on recent banking and economic updates, along with a fair mix of national and international events from the past six months. Candidates reported that many questions were directly related to RBI policies, government schemes, global summits, and major awards, making it essential to follow monthly current affairs religiously. The section not only tested factual knowledge but also evaluated candidates’ awareness of ongoing financial and geopolitical developments, emphasizing the need for consistent preparation rather than last-minute revision.
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- Where is the National Turmeric Board headquarters located?
- What is the interest rate offered on CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency) wallets?
- Mahakali Treaty — Between which countries or any recent updates?
- UPI Autopay – Maximum limit revised by NPCI → ₹1 Lakh
- Custom Duty (11%) removed on which imported items? → Raw Cotton
- What is the maximum weight of silver coins that can be pledged for loans? 500 gms
- NEFT — Identify its features (Right/Wrong format based question).
- EEPC primarily exports which category of goods?
- E-Rupee – Interest rate? → No Interest
- Aquaculture Insurance – Premium incentive rate → 40%
- What is the prescribed ink colour for writing cheques (as per RBI)? No ink colour
- What is the premium percentage under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samriddhi Sah Yojana?
- The Nelson Mandela Prize is awarded once in how many years? 5 years
- FIMMDA SRO – Associated with? → Financial Market (May)
- What is the budget outlay of the MERITE scheme?
- What is the current GDP growth rate as per NSO? 6.5%
- International Tiger Day – Reserve with highest tiger density? → Bandipur
- Rajiv Ranjan has been appointed as the Vice President of which organisation?
- Authorised Bank for Gold Imports → (Bank name asked)
- First Airport under PPP model in India → Cochin International Airport
- Which expressway has the longest animal overpass corridor? (Answer: Delhi–Mumbai Expressway)
- NSIC recently signed agreements with which 4 banks (e.g., Axis Bank)?
- Which country has exited a nuclear arms treaty?
- What does the ‘V’ in PRAVAAH portal stand for?
- Who is the 2025 Female FIDE Chess Champion? (Answer: Divya Deshmukh)
- From which account does the Depositor Education and Awareness (DEAF) Fund amount originate?
- DoP & AMFI MoU – Validity period → 3 years (Aug 22, 2025 – Aug 21, 2028)
- RBI Survey/Review – Conducted how many times a year? 6 times (bimonthly)
- Vinjhim Port — Which company has taken it over? Adani Vizhinjam Port Pvt Ltd (AVPPL)
- What is the threshold limit for the Positive Pay System?
- Who is the winner of the Surfing Championship?
- Which schemes are linked with the e-Shram portal? (AB-JAY, SVANIDHI, MGNREGA)
- BEML (Bharat Earth Movers Ltd.) comes under which Ministry?
- India–Foreign Country Defence Talks – Held in New Delhi with which country? UAE
- Fertilizer supply MoU with which country? → Saudi Arabia (July)
- Where is the wildlife marine ecosystem located?
- Which state is not in the top 5 states as per ASI (MoSPI)?
- ISRO–JAXA collaboration — Name the mission/project.
- Which of the following are included in ULI (like Milk pouring status, Land holding, etc.)?
- What are the two types of PM MITRA Parks? (Greenfield and Brownfield)
- Bibi Fatima is from which Indian state?
- What is the annual pass amount under FASTag? ₹3,000 (Aug)
- What is the full form of PMJI-VAN — specifically, what does ‘N’ stand for? Jaiv Indhan – Vataran Anukool Fasal Awashesh Nivaran Yojana
- NxtBanking – Launched by which company? → Laraware Pvt Ltd (July)
- NBSL (National Bank for Securities Lending) launched in which year? August 2024
- WHO has declared which country sleeping sickness-free? (Answer: Kenya)
- QUAD Countries → US, India, Japan, Australia
- NACH – Maximum transaction limit → (Not specified)
- Which country has exited a nuclear arms treaty?
- Eligible nominees under the Retail Direct Gilt Account? Max number of nominees → 2
- ISRO–JAXA collaboration — Name the mission/project.
Exam Analysis – GA Section
The GA section was rated Moderate to Difficult by most candidates. Questions leaned more toward recent current affairs (May–August 2025), banking reforms, and significant global developments. Static GK was limited, but some tricky geography and sports questions were included.
Preparation Tips for Future Aspirants
- Stay Updated: Read newspapers like The Hindu and follow monthly current affairs capsules.
- Banking Awareness: Regularly check RBI press releases and financial news.
- Revise Monthly Quizzes: Focus on the last 6 months’ current affairs.
- Use Mock Tests: Practice GA-specific tests to improve accuracy and recall.