SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025 Notification – Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) 5180+ Vacancies, Apply Online
The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released its much-awaited notification for the recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales), popularly known as SBI Clerk 2025. Eligible graduates can apply online and take their banking career to new heights with India’s largest public sector bank! Here’s everything you need to know – vacancy list, eligibility, exam pattern, salary, and important application links. 🏦
📢 Recruitment Details – SBI Clerk 2025
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Clerical Cadre) – Customer Support & Sales |
| Total Vacancies | 5,180 (regular) + backlog & special categories |
| Job Location | State/UT-wise across India |
| Official Website | bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings |
| Application Dates | 06.08.2025 to 26.08.2025 |
| Preliminary Exam | Tentatively September 2025 |
| Main Exam | Tentatively November 2025 |
🗂️ State/UT-wise Vacancy Breakup – SBI Clerk Recruitment
Applications may be submitted for one State/UT only.
State-wise, category-wise, PwBD and Ex-Serviceman vacancies are detailed in the published table (see PDF for full breakdown).
Example: Gujarat (Gandhinagar Circle): 220 posts; Maharashtra: 476 posts; UP: 514 posts; Tamil Nadu: 380 posts, etc.
✅ Eligibility Criteria – SBI Clerk 2025
Age Limit (as on 01.04.2025)
Minimum: 20 years
Maximum: 28 years (Born not earlier than 02.04.1997 & not later than 01.04.2005)
Upper Age Relaxation:
- OBC: 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwBD (Gen/EWS): 10 years, (OBC): 13 years, (SC/ST): 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen, Widows/Divorced/Judicially separated women, SBI Apprentices: As per Government rules (see PDF for full details)
Educational Qualification (as on 31.12.2025)
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent
- Final year/semester students may apply provisionally but must produce proof of graduation on or before 31.12.2025
- Dual degree/Integrated degree holders must have cleared on or before 31.12.2025
Local Language Proficiency
- Must be proficient (read, write, speak, understand) in the selected State/UT’s local language.
- Those not producing proof of 10th/12th standard studied in the local language will have to clear a local language test before joining.
💻 Selection Process – SBI Clerk Recruitment
Preliminary Examination (Phase-I)
| Section | No. of Questions | Maximum 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 |
Main Examination (Phase-II)
| Section | No. of Questions | Maximum 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 |
Common Details:
- Exam Medium: English and Hindi (except English language section in Main exam is only English)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer in both exams
- Qualifying Criteria: No sectional cutoff, but minimum aggregate cutoff in Main exam (with 5% relaxation for reserved categories)
- Preliminary exam marks are not added for final merit
- Selection: Merit list based on Main exam scores
- Candidates must pass specified local language proficiency test (if applicable) before appointment
- Exam Format: Computer-based Objective Tests
3. Local Language Test
For those who do not have 10/12th standard mark sheet of local language.
Candidates not qualifying will not be appointed.
4. Document Verification & Final Selection
Based on main exam marks + fulfilling eligibility + local language proficiency.
🏦 Salary, Pay & Allowances – SBI Clerk
- Pay Scale: ₹24,050–1,34,480 (various increments/matrix)
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹26,730 (inclusive of two advance increments for graduates)
- Approx. initial gross monthly emoluments: ₹46,000 (at a metro like Mumbai; may vary by posting location)
- Benefits: DA, HRA/leased housing, PF, pension under NPS, medical, LFC, leaves, and other perquisites as per SBI rules
📑 Application Process – SBI Clerk 2025
- Visit: bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings
- Fill online registration form with email, mobile, and personal details
- Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per specified format
- Pay application fee (online only)
- Submit and save your application/receipt for future reference
💸 Application Fee
| Category | Charges |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS | Nil |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹750 |
Fee is non-refundable.
📅 Important Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 6 August 2025 |
| Application End | 26 August 2025 |
| Prelims Tentative | September 2025 |
| Mains Tentative | November 2025 |
| Last Date: Degree Completion | 31 December 2025 |
📎 Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| SBI Careers Page | bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings |
| SBI Clerk 2025 Notification | Download Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Maru Gujarat Official | marugujarat.in |
| Join WhatsApp | Click Here |
| Join Telegram | Click Here |
❓ FAQ – SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) Recruitment
Q1. Can I apply for more than one state?
A: No, you can apply for one state/UT and one language only.
Q2. Will there be a local language test?
A: Yes, if you do not provide proof of studying the local language in 10th or 12th std.
Q3. What is the in-hand salary for SBI Clerk?
A: Approximately ₹46,000/month (at metro locations; varies with posting).
Q4. Is there probation?
A: Yes, minimum 6 months (extendable as per performance and training completion).
Q5. Is there any interview?
A: No, selection is through written exams and proficiency test only.
💡 Final Thoughts: SBI Clerk Bharti 2025
If you dream of building a career with India’s largest bank, SBI Clerk 2025 is your window of opportunity. With over 5,000+ vacancies across states, there’s never been a better time to apply. Double-check your eligibility, gather all certificates, fill the form correctly, and start preparing!
