Which is better, SBI PO or SBI SO?

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    Deeksha Dixit | Contributor-Level 10

    2 years ago
    The basic difference between SBI SO and SBI PO is that SO is a Specialist Officer and PO is a probationary officer. Both posts are equally good, but the PO post is the most sought after due to the nature of work and the higher number of vacancies. The salary of PO is better than that of PO. The starting salary of a probationary officer is INR 27,620, whereas the salary of a specialist officer is Rs. 23,700 per month. Also, the promotional aspect for PO is comparatively better and one can get promoted to the post of Senior Manager within ten years. On the other hand, the SO is appointed for a specialised task, such as a law officer, and
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    deepika maurya | Guide-Level 15

    2 years ago
    According to me, SBI PO is better. Both posts are respected in society and offer numerous benefits to the incumbent officers.1-State Bank of India probationary officer SBI PO The starting salary is INR 27,620. State Bank of India Specialist Officer SBI SO Basic Pay Scale: INR 23,700
    2-A SBI PO Career provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. One gets to think about client relationships, banking processes, marketing, accounting, etc. A career as an SBI PO begins as a Junior Manager Grade Scale or JMGS Officer. A minimum of 2 years of probation is mandatory for the bank holders. After adding 8-10 years more, one can expect to jump to the
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