SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2025: Notification Out for 5180 Clerk Posts

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SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2025 has officially been announced by the State Bank of India for 5180 Clerk posts across India. Eligible graduates can now apply online from 6 August to 26 August 2025 through SBI’s official website. This recruitment is for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre, and applicants must be proficient in the local language of the state/UT they apply for.

The online application process starts from 6 August 2025 and will remain open until 26 August 2025. Candidates can apply for only one State or Union Territory, and must be proficient in the local language of that region.

SBI Clerk 2025: Important Dates

  • Notification Release Date: 6 August 2025
  • Online Application Starts: 6 August 2025
  • Last Date to Apply Online: 26 August 2025
  • Preliminary Exam Date (Tentative): September 2025
  • Main Exam Date (Tentative): November 2025

Post Name and Vacancy Details

  • Post Name: Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)
  • Total Regular Vacancies: 5180
  • Backlog & Special Category Vacancies: Additional (state-wise breakup in official PDF)
  • Job Location: State/UT applied for (no inter-state transfers allowed)

Candidates can only apply for one circle and one state. Proficiency in the local language is mandatory.

State-Wise SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2025

State/UTTotal Vacancies
Uttar Pradesh514
Maharashtra476
Tamil Nadu380
Andhra Pradesh310
Bihar260
Rajasthan260
Gujarat220
Telangana250
West Bengal270
Odisha190

(Refer official PDF for complete category-wise and backlog details)

SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (As on 1 April 2025)

  • Minimum Age: 20 years
  • Maximum Age: 28 years
  • Candidate must be born between 02.04.1997 and 01.04.2005 (both dates inclusive)

Age Relaxation

  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC: 3 years
  • PwBD (GEN): 10 years
  • Ex-Servicemen: Actual service + 3 years (Max age 50 years)
  • Widows/Divorced Women: Up to 7 years (Max 35 for GEN)

Educational Qualification (As on 31 December 2025)

  • Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
  • Final-year students may apply provisionally but must produce proof of graduation before 31 December 2025.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of:

Phase-I: Preliminary Examination (100 Marks)

SectionQuestionsMarksDuration
English Language303020 mins
Numerical Ability353520 mins
Reasoning Ability353520 mins
  • Total Duration: 1 Hour
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 for each wrong answer
  • Qualifying Nature: Marks not considered for final merit

Phase-II: Main Examination (200 Marks)

SectionQuestionsMarksDuration
General/Financial Awareness505035 mins
General English404035 mins
Quantitative Aptitude505045 mins
Reasoning Ability & Computer506045 mins
  • Total Duration: 2 hours 40 mins
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
  • Merit List: Based on this phase only

Phase-III: Language Proficiency Test (LPT)

  • Conducted for candidates who haven’t studied the opted local language in class 10th or 12th.
  • Must qualify to be considered for final appointment.

Application Fee

CategoryFees
General/OBC/EWS₹750/-
SC/ST/PwBD/ExSMNIL

How to Apply Online

  1. Visit the official website:
    https://bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings
  2. Click on “Recruitment of Junior Associates 2025”
  3. Register using a valid email and mobile number
  4. Fill in the application form and upload documents:
    • Photo
    • Signature
    • Thumb impression
    • Handwritten declaration
  5. Pay the application fee online
  6. Submit and download your application form for future use

Salary and Benefits

  • Basic Pay: ₹26,730/- (Includes 2 advance increments for graduates)
  • Gross Salary in Metro Cities: Approx ₹46,000/- per month
  • Perks: DA, HRA, PF, Medical, Pension (NPS), Leave Fare Concession, etc.

Probation Period

  • Duration: 6 months minimum
  • Candidates must complete e-lessons and meet performance criteria to confirm appointment.

Other Important Details

  • No inter-state transfer allowed after appointment.
  • One application per candidate is permitted.
  • Pre-Examination Training (PET) available for eligible SC/ST/OBC/ExSM/PwBD candidates.
  • Biometric verification will be used throughout the recruitment process.

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