Boost your SBI PO 2025 Quant preparation with this topic-wise strategy, fast calculation tricks, and section-wise weightage. Download free PDFs and master speed & accuracy for Prelims and Mains.
๐ Why Focus on SBI PO Quant Strategy: Fast Calculation ?
Quantitative Aptitude is one of the most scoring sections in SBI PO, especially in the Prelims. The key is speed + accuracy, and for that, a smart strategy with shortcut techniques is essential.
๐งฎ SBI PO Quant Section โ Exam Pattern
โ Prelims:
Total Questions: 35
Marks: 35
Time: 20 Minutes
โ Mains:
Total Questions: 35
Marks: 60
Time: 45 Minutes
Focus: Data Interpretation, Arithmetic, Quadratic, Missing/ Wrong Number Series
๐ SBI PO Quant Topic-Wise Weightage (Prelims)
| Topic | Approx. Questions |
|---|---|
| Simplification/Approx. | 5โ10 |
| Number Series | 5 |
| Quadratic Equations | 5 |
| Data Interpretation (DI) | 5โ10 |
| Arithmetic (Word Problems) | 10โ12 |
๐ฅ Fast Calculation Techniques โ Speed is Power
Here are some powerful calculation tricks that SBI PO toppers swear by:
1. Multiplication Shortcuts
Vedic Math tricks like
Vertically and CrosswiseExample: 92 ร 98 = (100 โ 8)(100 โ 2) โ 9,016
2. Square Root & Cube Root Tricks
Memorize squares up to 50 and cubes up to 30
Use shortcuts like:
โ1764 = 42
ยณโ3375 = 15
3. Percentage to Fraction Conversion
25% = 1/4, 33.33% = 1/3, 75% = 3/4
4. Unit Digit & Last Digit Tricks
Helps in Number Series and Power-Based Questions
5. Fast Addition & Subtraction
Break numbers into parts:
498 + 236 โ (500 – 2) + 236 = 734
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๐ Topic-Wise 30-Day Study Plan for Quant (Prelims + Mains)
| Day | Topic | Focus Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1โ2 | Number System | LCM, HCF, Remainders |
| 3โ4 | Simplification/Approx. | BODMAS, Square & Cube Roots |
| 5โ6 | Percentage | Profit-Loss, Discount, Simple Interest |
| 7โ8 | Ratio & Proportion | Partnership, Ages |
| 9โ10 | Time & Work | Pipes, Efficiency |
| 11โ12 | Time, Speed & Distance | Trains, Boats |
| 13โ14 | Average, Mixtures | Alligations |
| 15โ16 | Quadratic Equations | Fast solving |
| 17โ19 | Number Series | Missing/Wrong pattern tricks |
| 20โ23 | Data Interpretation | Bar, Pie, Tabular, Line Charts |
| 24โ26 | Caselet DI | Logical interpretation |
| 27โ28 | Arithmetic Revision | Mixed problems |
| 29โ30 | Mock Test & PYQ | Accuracy Practice |
๐ Mock Test Strategy
โ Attempt at least 15 Prelims full-length mock tests
โ Analyze mistakes and note down shortcut methods
โ For Mains, focus on 2โ3 sets of DI daily
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๐ฏ Final Tips
๐ Revise key formulas daily
โฑ Focus on timing with a stopwatch
๐ Analyze mock tests, not just scores
๐ Stick to standard sources (RS Aggarwal, Arun Sharma, etc.)
Donโt just practice. Practice smart.
With the above strategy and free PDFs, you’ll be well on your way to ace the SBI PO Quant section in 2025.
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