SBI Clerk 2025 Recruitment Notification Junior Associate

The State Bank of India (SBI) invites applications for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) for clerical cadre positions across its network. This recruitment is to fill 5,180 vacancies in various States/UTs. The role involves interacting with customers, handling their queries, promoting banking products, and performing branch operations. This notification provides a comprehensive guide, detailing eligibility, selection stages, exam syllabus, application steps, and post-appointment benefits to help aspirants prepare effectively.

Important Dates

Applicants should note the following schedule carefully and complete all formalities within the stipulated timelines to avoid last-minute issues.

• Notification Release: 06 August 2025 – Official advertisement published on SBI website.
• Online Registration & Fee Payment: 06–26 August 2025 – Fill out the application form and pay the fee online.
• Preliminary Examination (Tentative): September 2025 – Conducted online across multiple centres.
• Main Examination (Tentative): November 2025 – Held for shortlisted candidates from prelims.
• Language Proficiency Test: Post-main exam – Mandatory for candidates without required language background.
• Result Declaration: Final results and merit lists will be published within one month of the Main exam.

Official Notification & Application Link

Refer to the official notification for detailed instructions, eligibility relaxations, and state-wise vacancy distributions.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the following conditions as on the specified cut-off dates:

• Age: Between 20 and 28 years as on 01.04.2025. Upper age limit relaxations: OBC +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, PwBD up to +15 years, Ex-Servicemen as per service duration.
• Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university by 31.12.2025. Final-year students may apply provisionally but must produce proof of graduation.
• Language: Proficiency in the local language of the applied State/UT (reading, writing, speaking, understanding) is mandatory. Those who studied the language in Class 10/12 are exempted from the language test.
• Nationality: Indian citizen.

Who Can Apply?

This recruitment welcomes applications from a wide spectrum of candidates. You are eligible to apply if you:

• Are an Indian citizen aged between 20 and 28 years (as on 01 April 2025), including those eligible for category-wise age relaxations.
• Hold a graduate degree (in any discipline) from a recognized Indian university or institution (final year students can apply provisionally).
• Have studied or are proficient in the official language of the state/UT selected during application.
• Are not currently employed in SBI Clerical cadre or haven’t previously resigned from an SBI clerical position.
• Do not have any financial defaults such as credit card dues or loan defaults, unless cleared before appointment.
• Have a valid email ID and mobile number, which will be used for all correspondence.

Vacancy Distribution

The total 5,180 vacancies are allocated state-wise based on operational requirements. Key allocations include:

• Maharashtra: 476 posts split between Maharashtra Circle and Mumbai Metro Circle.
• Uttar Pradesh: 514 posts across Lucknow and Delhi Circles.
• Gujarat: 220 posts in Gandhinagar Circle.
• Tamil Nadu: 380 posts in Chennai Circle.
• Karnataka: 270 posts in Bengaluru Circle.
• Other states like West Bengal, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Maharashtra (Goa Circle), and many more have varying vacancies—refer to the official PDF for the complete list.

Selection Process

The recruitment follows a three-phase selection mechanism:

1. Phase I – Preliminary Exam: A screening exam with 100 objective questions (English Language, Numerical Ability, Reasoning Ability) carrying 100 marks in 1 hour. No minimum sectional cut-off; negative marking 0.25 for each wrong answer.
2. Phase II – Main Exam: A detailed online test comprising four sections: General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning & Computer Aptitude. Total of 200 marks over 2 hours 40 minutes. Sectional timings are separate; aggregate marks considered for merit.
3. Phase III – Language Proficiency Test: Conducted post-main exam for candidates who do not possess requisite language certificates. Qualifying it is compulsory for final appointment.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus Details

Preliminary Exam Pattern:

• English Language (30 Qs, 30 marks, 20 min): Reading Comprehension, Error Spotting, Fillers, Para Jumbles.
• Numerical Ability (35 Qs, 35 marks, 20 min): Simplification, Number Series, Data Interpretation, Quadratic Equations.
• Reasoning Ability (35 Qs, 35 marks, 20 min): Puzzles, Seating Arrangements, Syllogisms, Blood Relations.

Main Exam Pattern:

• General/Financial Awareness (50 Qs, 50 marks, 35 min): Current Affairs, Banking Terms, Budget, RBI Policies, Static GK.
• General English (40 Qs, 40 marks, 35 min): Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Grammar, Vocabulary.
• Quantitative Aptitude (50 Qs, 50 marks, 45 min): Arithmetic, Data Interpretation, Mensuration, Profit & Loss.
• Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (60 Qs, 60 marks, 45 min): Logical Reasoning, Input-Output, Coding-Decoding, Basic Computer Knowledge.

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer. No penalty for unattempted questions.

Application Fee Details

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹750 (inclusive of intimation charges)
• SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen: Nil

Detailed Application Procedure

Follow these steps to ensure successful submission:

1. Navigate to the SBI Careers Portal and select “Recruitment of Junior Associates – 2025”.
2. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, then fill personal, educational, and category details.
3. Upload scanned documents: Passport-size photo (20–50 KB), signature (10–20 KB), left thumb impression (20–50 KB), and handwritten declaration (10–20 KB) as per specifications.
4. Pay application fee online using debit/credit card or net banking.
5. Review entries, submit the form, and download the confirmation page and fee receipt for records.

Salary Structure & Perquisites

Selected Junior Associates will draw a starting basic pay of ₹24,050 (with two advance increments for graduates), plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and other benefits. Approximate gross monthly salary in metro cities is ₹46,000. Added benefits include:

• Provident Fund and Pension (Defined Contribution Scheme)
• Medical Insurance and Leave Travel Assistance
• Flexible working hours and transfer opportunities after probation
• Learning & development programs and career progression paths

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Who is eligible for age relaxation?

OBC candidates get +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, PwBD +10 to +15 years, Ex-Servicemen actual service period + 3 years (max 50 years).

Q2: Can I change my state preference after submission?

No, once submitted, application details including state choice cannot be modified.

Q3: What is the language test pattern?

The language test includes reading comprehension, writing a short essay, and a spoken language assessment to gauge proficiency.

Q4: How are provisional selections finalized?

Selection is provisional until document verification and language proficiency are confirmed. Failure in DV or language test leads to disqualification.

Q5: Where can I get study material?

Refer to SBI’s ‘Acquaint Yourself’ booklet, previous year papers, and reputed banking exam guides by leading publishers.

For exhaustive details, always refer to the official notification PDF.