The State Bank of India (SBI) conducts the SBI Clerk exam every year to recruit eligible candidates for the position of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) in its various branches across the country. The SBI Clerk recruitment is a golden opportunity for graduates seeking a stable and rewarding career in the banking sector. This article provides a detailed overview of the SBI Clerk Recruitment 2024, including important dates, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and more.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2024
| Feature | Details |
| Conducting Body | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Vacancies | 14,191 (Regular + Backlog) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Local Language Test |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start Date | December 17, 2024 |
| Online Application Last Date | January 7, 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | February 2025 (Tentative) |
| Main Exam Date | March/April 2025 (Tentative) |
Note: These dates are tentative and subject to change. Please refer to the official SBI website for the latest updates.
SBI Clerk 2024 : Vacancy Details
Total Posts : 13,735 Posts
| Post Name | General | EWS | OBC | SC | ST |
| Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)/ Clerk | 5870 | 1361 | 3001 | 2118 | 1385 |
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for the SBI Clerk exam, candidates must ensure that they fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
Educational Qualification
- A graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government.
Age Limit
- The candidate must be between 20 and 28 years of age as on a specified date (as mentioned in the official notification).
- Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
Exam Pattern
The SBI Clerk selection process consists of two online exams:
- Preliminary Exam: This is a qualifying exam, and the scores obtained in this phase will not be considered for the final merit list.
- Main Exam: The final selection is based on the marks obtained in the Main Exam.
1. Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Subject | Number 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 | 60 minutes |
2. Main Exam Pattern
| Subject | Number 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 Ability & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 160 minutes |
Note: There is a negative marking of 1/4th mark for each wrong answer in both the Preliminary and Main exams.
Syllabus
The SBI Clerk exam syllabus generally includes the following topics:
- English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para jumbles, Spotting Errors, Fill in the blanks, etc.
- Numerical Ability: Simplification, Number Series, Data Interpretation, Quadratic Equations, Percentage, Profit & Loss, etc.
- Reasoning Ability: Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Blood Relation, Input-Output, etc.
- General/Financial Awareness: Current Affairs, Banking Awareness, Financial News, Static GK, etc.
- Computer Aptitude: Basic computer knowledge, hardware, software, operating systems, etc.
Application Fee
- General, EWS, OBC : Rs. 750/-
- SC, ST, PH : 0/-
- Candidates have to pay their Examination Fee Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI and Other Fee Payment Mode Only.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the SBI Clerk Recruitment 2024 through the online mode. For detailed instructions on how to fill the online application form, please refer to the official notification released by SBI.
FAQs
Q. When will the SBI Clerk 2024 exam be conducted?
A. The Preliminary exam is expected to be held in February 2025, and the Main exam is expected to be held in March/April 2025. However, these dates are tentative and subject to change.
Q. What is the age limit for the SBI Clerk exam?
A. The candidate must be between 20 and 28 years of age as on a specified date (as mentioned in the official notification). Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.
Q. What is the educational qualification required for the SBI Clerk exam?
A. A graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Please refer to the official SBI website for the latest updates and accurate details.