SBI Clerk Notification 2024 PDF: Check the Expected Date, Exam Date, Pattern, Eligibility Criteria and Other Details

The SBI clerk notification 2024 is yet to be released tentatively in October or November 2024. Annually, the SBI clerk examination is conducted to identify the most qualified individuals for the Junior Associate (JA) position, which consists of two phases: the preliminary and the main exams. A huge number of candidates will appear for this exam.  In the previous year, the SBI released 8773 vacancies which includes the backlog vacancies. The role of the SBI clerk is to interact with the client and clear their doubts in a particular SBI branch and also it is one of the highest paying jobs among all public sector banks. The candidates who get shortlisted will be recruited as cashiers, depositors, etc. This article deals with the expected notification date, exam dates, exam pattern, online application form, vacancy, salary, and other details mentioned in the official notification PDF. In case of any queries, kindly visit the FAQs listed below.

SBI Clerk Notification 2024 PDF

The official notification will be released at https://sbi.co.in/web/careers or click the link below to download the notification PDF. Candidates interested in applying for the exam must read the notification PDF completely after the release by the State Bank of India(SBI). Until then, candidates can access the SBI Clerk last year’s Notification PDF by clicking the link below for more information.

SBI Clerk Notification 2024 PDF (Link Inactive)

Click to Download SBI Clerk Notification 2023 (Last Year Notification)

 

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Important Dates For SBI Clerk Exam 2024

The schedule for the preliminary and main examinations of the SBI Clerk Exam will be announced in the official SBI Clerk Notification 2024. Candidates need to check this table frequently to remain updated on the latest information regarding the SBI Clerk 2024 Exam.

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Events	Important Dates(Tentative)
SBI Clerk Notification 2024 Expected Date	October / November 2024
SBI Clerk Apply Online 2024 Start Date	to be updated
SBI Clerk Apply Online 2024 Last Date	to be updated
Admit Card for Preliminary Exam	December 2024
Prelims Exam Date	January 2025
Mains Exam Admit Card	February 2025
Mains Exam Date	February 2025
Mains Exam Result	March / April 2025

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Number of SBI Clerk Vacancies 2024

Like the SBI clerk exam dates, the vacancies of SBI clerk 2024 will be released in the official notification PDF.

• SBI released 8773 vacancies including the backlog vacancies in last year's recruitment.
• This year, aspirants are expecting a high number of vacancies.
• Applicants are permitted to submit their applications for job vacancies in only one State.
• For those applying for SBI Clerk positions in a particular state, it is essential to be proficient in the local language of that State/UT/Special area, with reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension skills. Click the link given below to get complete details of the vacancies.

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Apply Online Link for the SBI Clerk Exam

Candidates are advised to review the official notification PDF after its release to find the specific start and end dates for submitting online applications for the SBI Clerk position. To apply online for the SBI Clerk exam, click the link given below.

SBI Clerk Apply Online 2024 Link (Inactive)

Application Fee for the SBI Clerk Exam

The application fee for the SBI Clerk examination may be submitted through online methods, including credit cards, debit cards, net banking, or other available transaction options. The details regarding the application fee for the SBI Clerk preliminary examination are provided below.

 

SBI Clerk Exam 2024 Application Fee
S.No	Category	Fees
1	General / EWS / OBC	Rs.750 Including all charges
2	SC / ST / PWBD/ ESM / DESM	Nil

 

Selection Methods For SBI Clerk (Junior Associates)

Candidates aspiring for the Clerical Cadre position through the SBI Clerk (Junior Associates) 2024 examination will undergo a selection process comprising two stages: the SBI Clerk Prelims and the SBI Clerk Mains exam.

• Candidates need to clear both phases to secure an appointment letter from SBI.
• Furthermore, it is important to note that there is no provision for Inter Circle Transfer or Inter State Transfer for Junior Associates who are recruited.
• Trained apprentices of SBI may be granted additional consideration in the Main Examination, awarding 2.5% of the maximum marks (equivalent to 5 marks out of a total of 200 marks) as bonus marks.
• The candidates who submit a 10th or 12th standard mark sheet or certificate confirming that they have studied the opted local language will not need to participate in the SBI Clerk language proficiency test.

 

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Eligibility Criteria for the SBI Clerk Exam

Before proceeding with the application form, candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility qualifications detailed in the official notification. The eligibility criteria are listed below.

Nationality

Applicants should be Indian Citizens to become eligible for Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre in the State Bank of India.

Educational Qualification

The candidates should have a certified degree from a recognized university and also the eligibility checker is given below.

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Age Limit

The candidate's age should not be less than 20 years and not more than 28 years. For example., Candidates are required to have been born between April 2, 1996, and April 1, 2004, inclusive of both dates. Please refer to the table below for the details regarding age relaxation as outlined in the official notification PDF.

 

Age Relaxation for the SBI Clerk Exam
S. No	Category	Age Relaxation
1	PWD  (Gen / EWS)	10 years
2	PWD (SC / ST)	15 years
3	PWD (OBC)	13 years
4	SC  / ST Candidates	5 years
5	OBC Candidates	3 years
6	Ex-Servicemen / Disabled ExServicemen	The actual period of service rendered in defense services + 3 years, (8 years for Disabled Ex-Servicemen belonging to SC/ST) is subject to a max. age of 50 years
7	Widows, Divorced women, and women judicially separated from their husbands & who are not remarried	7 years (subject to the maximum age limit of 35 years for General / EWS, 38 years for OBC & 40 years for SC/ST candidates)

 

Exam Pattern For the SBI Clerk Exam

Understanding the exam pattern thoroughly is crucial for successfully passing the SBI Clerk (Junior Associates) 2024 examination. Below is the detailed exam pattern for both the SBI Clerk Prelims and the SBI Clerk Mains.

Preliminary Exam Pattern

Check the prelims pattern given below as per the SBI Clerk notification 2024 PDF.

 

Prelims Pattern
Sections	Maximum Marks	No. of Questions	Sectional Timing	Exam language
Numerical Ability	35	35	20 mins	English / Hindi
Reasoning Ability	35	35	20 mins	English / Hindi
English Language	30	30	20 mins	English
Total	100	100	60 mins

 

Mains Exam Pattern

Check the main pattern given below as per the official notification 2024 PDF. ¼th of the marks will be reduced for wrong answers.

 

Mains Pattern
Sections	No. of Questions	Marks	Sectional Timing	Exam language
English Language	40	40	35 mins	English
Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude	50	60	45 mins	English / Hindi
General / Financial Awareness	50	50	35 mins	English / Hindi
Quantitative Aptitude	50	50	45 mins	English / Hindi
Total	190	200	160 mins

 

SBI Clerk Exam Syllabus

The prelims and mains exam will have the same pattern and the syllabus but the way of differentiation is based on the difficulty level. The prelims exam includes quantitative aptitude, English language, and reasoning ability. The detailed syllabus and the exam pattern will be given in the below link.

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Pay Scale and the Salary

As per the SBI Clerk notification PDF, the pay scale will be Rs 17900-1000/3-20900-1230/3-24590-1490/4-30550-1730/7-42600-3270/1-45930-1990/1-47920. Kindly refer to the article below to get the complete information about the pay scale and the complete salary structure.

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Cut-Off and Results

SBI will announce the cut-offs for both the SBI Clerk Preliminary Exam and the SBI Clerk Mains Exam.

• Candidates must achieve the required cut-offs in each section to qualify for the merit list. 
• The SBI Clerk Result for 2024 will be released after the completion of both examinations, with results being published separately for the preliminary and main exams.

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FAQs

Q: When will the SBI Clerk Notification 2024 will be published?

The official notification of the SBI clerk is yet to be released tentatively in October or November 2024.

Q: What are the stages of recruiting the SBI clerk(Junior Associate)?

Candidates aspiring for the junior associate position through the SBI Clerk 2024 examination will undergo a selection process comprising two stages: the SBI Clerk Prelims and the SBI Clerk Mains exam.