The SBI Clerk Recruitment 2024 for Junior Associate (Clerk) is a promising opportunity for individuals looking to join the banking sector. With an attractive salary, job stability, and growth opportunities, this role is highly coveted.
State Bank of India (SBI) has released its notification for the recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales). With 13,735 vacancies available across India, this is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a career in banking.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2024: Key Details
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Total Vacancies | 13,735 Regular + 456 Backlog = 14,191 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | December 17, 2024 – January 7, 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | February 2025 (Tentative) |
| Mains Exam Date | March/April 2025 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | SBI Careers |
SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have a degree in any discipline from a recognized university by December 31, 2024.
- Final-year students can apply provisionally, provided they produce proof of graduation before December 31, 2024.
Proficiency in Local Language
- Applicants must be proficient in the local language of the state/UT for which they apply.
- Candidates with 10th or 12th-grade mark sheets proving language proficiency are exempted from the local language test.
SBI Clerk Age Limit (As of April 1, 2024)
| Category | Age Limit |
| General | 20 to 28 years |
| SC/ST | Relaxation of 5 years |
| OBC | Relaxation of 3 years |
| PwBD (General) | Relaxation of 10 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | Relaxation of 15 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | Relaxation of 13 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service Period + 3 years (Max age 50 years) |
| Widows, Divorcees | Relaxation up to 35–40 years depending on the category |
SBI Clerk Vacancy Details: State-Wise Distribution
| Circle | State/UT | Language | Regular Vacancies | Backlog Vacancies | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | Gujarat | Gujarati | 1,073 | 161 | 1,234 |
| Amaravati | Andhra Pradesh | Telugu/Urdu | 50 | 3 | 53 |
| Bengaluru | Karnataka | Kannada | 50 | 10 | 60 |
| Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 1,317 | 27 | 1,344 |
| Bhopal | Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 483 | 3 | 486 |
| Bhubaneswar | Odisha | Odia | 362 | 0 | 362 |
| Chandigarh | Haryana | Hindi/Punjabi | 306 | 1 | 307 |
| Chandigarh | Jammu & Kashmir UT | Urdu/Hindi | 141 | 0 | 141 |
| Chandigarh | Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 170 | 0 | 170 |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh UT | Hindi/Punjabi | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| Chandigarh | Ladakh UT | Urdu/Ladakhi/Bhoti | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| Chandigarh | Punjab | Punjabi/Hindi | 569 | 0 | 569 |
| Chennai | Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 336 | 0 | 336 |
| Chennai | Puducherry | Tamil | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Hyderabad | Telangana | Telugu/Urdu | 342 | 0 | 342 |
| Jaipur | Rajasthan | Hindi | 445 | 0 | 445 |
| Kolkata | West Bengal | Bengali/Nepali | 1,254 | 0 | 1,254 |
| Kolkata | A&N Islands | Hindi/English | 70 | 0 | 70 |
| Kolkata | Sikkim | Nepali/English | 56 | 0 | 56 |
| Lucknow/New Delhi | Uttar Pradesh | Hindi/Urdu | 1,894 | 4 | 1,898 |
| Lucknow/New Delhi | Uttarakhand | Hindi | 316 | 2 | 318 |
| Maharashtra/Mumbai Metro | Maharashtra | Marathi | 1,163 | 123 | 1,286 |
| Maharashtra/Mumbai Metro | Goa | Konkani | 20 | 1 | 21 |
SBI Clerk Selection Process
Phase I: Preliminary Examination
The preliminary exam will consist of 100 objective questions divided into three sections:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 hour |
Phase II: Main Examination
The main exam will have 190 questions across four sections:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 minutes |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 minutes |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 2 hours 40 minutes |
SBI Clerk Salary Structure
| Basic Pay | ₹26,730 (including two increments for graduates) |
| Total Salary | ₹46,000 per month (approx.) |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, and other perquisites as applicable |
SBI Clerk Application Process
Follow these steps to apply online for the SBI Clerk Recruitment 2024:
- Visit the official SBI Careers Page.
- Complete the registration process using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online:
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹750
- SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS: No Fee
- Submit the application form and take a printout for reference.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2024 Important Dates
| Online Registration Begins | December 17, 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | January 7, 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date (Tentative) | February 2025 |
| Main Exam Date (Tentative) | March/April 2025 |
Ensure you meet the SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria and submit your application before the deadline.
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