The State Bank of India (SBI) has exciting news for government job aspirants! The much-awaited SBI Clerk Notification 2024 has been released, offering a golden opportunity to secure a prestigious job as a Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales). This year, SBI has announced an impressive 14,191 vacancies across the country, making it one of the most significant recruitment drives.
Key Dates for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2024
The application process for SBI Clerk 2024 has already begun. Here are the important dates you need to note:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 17 December 2024 |
| Application Start Date | 17 December 2024 |
| Application End Date | 7 January 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | To be announced |
| Mains Exam Date | To be announced |
Candidates must apply online through the official SBI website: https://bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings or https://www.sbi.co.in/web/careers/current-openings.
SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Candidates with an Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) must ensure that the date of passing is on or before 31 December 2024.
- Final-year students can apply provisionally, provided they can produce proof of passing the graduation exam by 31 December 2024.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years (as of 1 April 2024)
Relaxations in the upper age limit apply to reserved categories as per government rules.
SBI Clerk Vacancies 2024
SBI has allocated the 13,735 vacancies across various regions. Here’s a snapshot of the vacancy distribution:
| Region | State/UT | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Lucknow/Delhi | Uttar Pradesh & Delhi | 1,894 |
| Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh | 1,317 |
| Kolkata | West Bengal & Sikkim | 1,254 |
| Bihar | Bihar | 1,111 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra & Goa | 1,183 |
For the complete breakdown of vacancies, including reserved and backlog positions, refer to the official notification.
SBI Clerk Selection Process 2024
The selection process for the SBI Clerk position involves three stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Duration: 1 hour
- Subjects: English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability
- Total Marks: 100 (1 mark per question, with 1/4 mark deducted for incorrect answers)
- Mains Examination
- Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes
- Subjects:
- General/Financial Awareness
- General English
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude
- Total Marks: 200
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
- This stage ensures candidates can read, write, and speak the local language of the region they have applied for.
SBI Clerk Application Process 2024
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official SBI careers page.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form accurately.
- Upload the required documents, including a scanned photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹750
- SC/ST/PWD: No fee
The salary for an SBI Clerk is quite attractive, with a basic pay of ₹24,050. The pay structure includes annual increments, allowances, and benefits, making it a lucrative career option.
