SBI Clerk Notification 2024 Out
The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI Clerk Notification 2024, announcing 13735 vacancies for the post of Junior Associates (Customer Support and Sales). Eligible candidates can apply online for these clerical cadre positions between 17th December 2024 and 7th January 2025. This article provides complete details regarding the notification, application process, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and more.
Overview of SBI Clerk 2024
The SBI Clerk Exam is conducted annually to recruit Junior Associates responsible for customer interactions and operational tasks at SBI branches. Recruited candidates handle roles such as cashiers, depositors, and other clerical duties. Below is a summary of the notification:
| Organisation | State Bank of India (SBI) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Clerk (Junior Associates) |
| Vacancies | 13735 (All India) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | |
| Ladakh Region: 7th – 27th December 2024 | |
| All Other Regions: 17th December 2024 – 7th January 2025 | |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Recruitment Process | Prelims and Mains |
| Salary | Rs. 26,000 – Rs. 29,000 |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in |
Important Dates for SBI Clerk 2024
| Event | All India | Ladakh Region |
|---|---|---|
| SBI Clerk Notification Released | 16th December 2024 | 6th December 2024 |
| Online Application Starts | 17th December 2024 | 7th December 2024 |
| Online Application Ends | 7th January 2025 | 27th December 2024 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | February 2025 | January 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | March – April 2025 | February 2025 |
SBI Clerk 2024 Vacancy Details
The notification includes 13735 vacancies for Junior Associate posts across India. The distribution of vacancies is as follows:
| Category | All Over India | Ladakh Region |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 2118 | 4 |
| ST | 1385 | 5 |
| OBC | 3001 | 13 |
| EWS | 1361 | 5 |
| GEN | 5870 | 23 |
| Total | 13735 | 50 |
PwBD Vacancies:
- VI: 159 (0 in Ladakh)
- HI: 149 (0 in Ladakh)
- LD: 136 (1 in Ladakh)
- d&e: 125 (1 in Ladakh)
Eligibility Criteria for SBI Clerk 2024
Educational Qualification (as on 31/12/2024)
- A valid graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Candidates with integrated dual degrees (IDD) must ensure their IDD is completed on or before 31st December 2024.
- Final-year students can apply but must produce proof of passing the graduation exam by 31st December 2024.
Age Limit (as on 01/04/2024)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
- Born between 02/04/1996 and 01/04/2004 (both dates inclusive).
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 33 years |
| OBC | 31 years |
| PwBD (General) | 38 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 43 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 41 years |
| Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-SM | Up to 50 years |
| Widows, Divorced Women | Max. 35 (General), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST) |
SBI Clerk 2024 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | NIL |
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 750/- |
Note: The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.
SBI Clerk 2024 Selection Process
The selection process involves two stages:
- Preliminary Exam
- Mains Exam
Note:
- There is no sectional cut-off for the SBI Clerk exam.
- SBI-trained apprentices may receive 2.5% bonus marks in the Main Exam.
- No Inter-Circle or Inter-State transfer is allowed for Junior Associates.
SBI Clerk 2024 Exam Pattern
Preliminary Exam
| Section | No. of Questions | 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 |
Main Exam (Higher difficulty than Prelims)
The syllabus includes:
- Reasoning: Logical reasoning, puzzles, seating arrangement, coding-decoding, etc.
- Quantitative Ability: Simplification, DI, probability, ratio & proportion, etc.
- English Language: Reading comprehension, para jumbles, cloze tests, etc.
How to Apply for SBI Clerk 2024
- Visit the official website: sbi.co.in.
- Register and fill in the online application form.
- Upload required documents and pay the application fee.
- Submit the form before the deadline.
Stay updated with the official website for further announcements. Begin your preparation today for this highly sought-after exam!
