SBI Clerk Notification 2024 - 25 PDF Out: Check Apply Online Dates, Link, 13785 Vacancies, Syllabus, Age Limit

The SBI Clerk Notification 2024-25 PDF was issued on December 16, 2024, detailing 13735 vacancies for Junior Associates within the clerical cadre. The selection process for the SBI Clerk involves an online Preliminary exam, a Main exam, and a opted local language test. Interested applicants can submit their applications from December 17, 2024, to January 7, 2025, through the provided SBI Clerk apply online 2024 - 25 link. Applicants eligible for this position must be aged 20 to 28 as of April 1, 2024. The starting basic salary is Rs. 26730/-, which includes Rs. 24050/- along with two extra increments for graduates. For further information, please consult the article.

On December 6, 2024, the State Bank of India (SBI) released the SBI Clerk Notification 2024 - 25 PDF for the Chandigarh Circle (covering the Ladakh UT, which includes the Leh and Kargil Valley). The newly appointed junior associates will be responsible for managing client interactions in their roles as cashiers and depositors. Candidates can find details regarding the SBI Clerk vacancies, eligibility requirements, exam schedules, application procedures, salaries, and more on this page. For any inquiries, please refer to the FAQs provided below.

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SBI Clerk Notification 2024-25 PDF

Candidates can download the SBI JA notification 2024-25 PDF at https://sbi.co.in/web/careers or via the link below. Candidates can check the complete information about the vacancies, syllabus, etc., from the official Notification 2024-25 PDF.

Download the SBI Clerk Notification 2024-25 PDF (For All States)

Download SBI Clerk 2024-25 Notification  PDF (Chandigarh Circle - Ladakh UT - Including Leh & Kargil Valley)

 

 

Key Considerations for SBI Clerk Exam 2024 - 25

Before applying for this position, candidates should be aware of the following key points:

  1. Only one application per candidate is allowed. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last completed one will be accepted.

  2. There is no provision for Inter Circle Transfer / Interstate transfer for Junior Associates to be recruited.

  3. The bank's decisions on tests and selection are final and binding on all candidates. No representation or correspondence will be accepted.

  4. Before final submission, go through your application. Corrections will not be allowed after final submission.

 

 

Important Dates For SBI Clerk Exam 2024 - 25

The official SBI Clerk Notification 2024 - 25 PDF includes the schedule for the preliminary and main examinations of the SBI Clerk Exam. Candidates need to check this table to be updated on the latest information regarding the SBI Clerk 2024 - 25 Exam.

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SBI Clerk Admit Card 2024 - 25

Important Dates in the SBI Clerk Notification 2024 - 25 PDF

Events

For Other States

Chandigarh Circle (Ladakh UT - Including Leh & Kargil Valley)

SBI Clerk Notification 2024-25 PDF Release Date

16th December 2024

6-12-2024

SBI Clerk Apply Online 2024 - 25 Start Date

17th December 2024

7-12-2024

SBI Clerk Apply Online 2024 - 25 Last Date

7-1-2025

27-12-2024

SBI Clerk Prelims Admit Card 2024 - 25

January 2025

January 2025

Prelims Exam Date

February 2025

January 2025

Prelims Result Date

March 2025

February 2025

SBI Clerk Mains Admit Card 2024 - 25

March 2025

February 2025

Mains Exam Date

March / April 2025

February 2025

Mains Result Date

April / May 2025

March / April 2025

 

 

Number of SBI Clerk Vacancy 2024 - 25

Like the SBI clerk exam dates, the SBI clerk 2024 - 25 vacancies are released in the SBI Clerk Notification 2024 - 25 PDF.

  • Interested candidates can apply for vacancies in only one State or Union Territory.

  • For those applying for SBI Clerk positions in a particular state, proficiency in the local language of that State/UT/Special area, reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension skills are essential.

 

SBI Clerk Vacancy 2024 - 25

State

Vacancy

Chandigarh Circle (Ladakh UT - Including Leh & Kargil Valley)

50

All Other States

13735

Total Vacancy

13785

 

Note: The vacancies listed above are temporary and may change based on the Bank's actual needs.

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SBI Clerk Apply Online 2024-25 Link

Candidates are advised to review the SBI Clerk Notification 2024 - 25 PDF 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 below.

SBI Clerk Apply Online 2024 - 25 Link - For All Other States

SBI Clerk Apply Online 2024 - 25 Link - Ladakh UT Including Leh & Kargil Valley (Chandigarh Circle)

 

 

SBI Clerk Application Fee 2024 - 25

Applications must be submitted online only with the help of; 

  • Credit cards

  • Debit cards

  • Net banking, or other available transaction options.

 

Other methods will not be accepted. Below are details regarding the application fee for the SBI Clerk preliminary examination.

 

Application Fee in SBI Clerk Notification 2024 - 25 PDF

S.No

Category

Fees

1

General / EWS / OBC

Rs.750

2

SC / ST / PWBD / ESM / DESM

Nil

 

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SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2024 - 25

Before proceeding with the application form, candidates must ensure 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 the Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) position in the clerical cadre at the State Bank of India.

Educational Qualification

As of 31-12-2024 - Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.

Candidates with integrated dual degree (IDD) certificates should ensure their IDD passing date is on or before 31.12.2024.

Those in the final year/ semester of their graduation may also apply provisionally subject to the condition that, if provisionally selected, they will have to produce proof of having passed the graduation examination on or before 31.12.2024.

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SBI Clerk Age Limit 2024 - 25

The candidate's age should not be less than 20 years and not more than 28 years (as of 1-4-2024). Please refer to the table below for the age relaxation details outlined in the official notification PDF.

 

Age Relaxation for the SBI Clerk Exam

Category

Age Relaxation

PWD  (Gen / EWS)

10 years

PWD (SC / ST)

15 years

PWD (OBC)

13 years

SC  / ST Candidates

5 years

OBC Candidates

3 years

Ex-Servicemen / Disabled ExServicemen

The actual service period rendered in defence services + 3 years, (8 years for Disabled Ex-Servicemen belonging to SC/ST) is subject to a max. Age of 50 years.

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)

Trained Apprentices of SBI

SC/ST - 6 years, OBC - 4 years, GEN/EWS - 1 year, PwBD (SC/ST) – 16 years, PwBD (OBC) – 14 years, PwBD (Gen/EWS) - 11 years

 

SBI Clerk Selection Process 2024-25 (Junior Associates)

The SBI Clerk selection methods involve an online Preliminary, Main exam and a specified opted local language test.

  • 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 recruited Junior Associates.

  • Trained SBI apprentices may receive 2.5% bonus marks (5 out of 200) in the Main Examination if they complete their apprenticeship by 30.11.2024 and maintain satisfactory conduct and performance throughout the training.

  • Candidates should note that the opted local language test is only for those who can't prove that they studied the opted language in Class 10 or 12 via a mark sheet or certificate.
  • Candidates applying for this job in a specific state must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the local language of that State/UT/Special area.

 

SBI Clerk Exam Pattern 2024-25

Understanding the exam pattern thoroughly is crucial for successfully passing the SBI Clerk (Junior Associates) 2024 - 25 examination. Below is the detailed exam pattern for SBI Clerk Prelims and Mains.

Preliminary Exam Pattern

The prelims exam pattern is detailed in the SBI Clerk Notification 2024 - 25 PDF and it is also given below. For wrong answers, 0.25 of the marks will be reduced.

 

Prelims Exam Pattern

Sections

Maximum Marks

No. of Questions

Sectional Timing

Numerical Ability

35

35

20 mins

Reasoning Ability

35

35

20 mins

English Language

30

30

20 mins

Total

100

100

60 mins

 

Mains Exam Pattern

Please check the mains pattern below, as given in the SBI Clerk Notification 2024 - 25 PDF. For wrong answers, 1/4th of the marks will be reduced.

 

SBI Clerk Mains Exam Pattern

Sections

No. of Questions

Marks

Sectional Timing

General English

40

40

35 mins

Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude

50

60

45 mins

General / Financial Awareness

50

50

35 mins

Quantitative Aptitude

50

50

45 mins

Total

190

200

160 mins

 

SBI Clerk Syllabus 2024-25

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

  • Reasoning ability.

The detailed syllabus and the exam pattern are given in the link below.

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SBI Clerk Salary and Pay Scale 2024-25

As per the SBI Clerk Notification 2024 - 25 PDF, the pay scale will be:

Rs.24050-1340/3-28070-1650/3-33020-2000/4-41020-2340/7-57400-4400/1-61800-2680/1-64480.

The starting Basic Pay is Rs.26730/- (Rs.24050/- plus two advance increments admissible to graduates).

Refer to the article below for complete pay scale and salary structure information.

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SBI Clerk Cut-Off and Results 2024-25

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 will be released after both examinations are completed, with results published separately for the preliminary and main exams.

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FAQs

Q: Is the SBI Clerk Notification 2024-25 PDF out?

Yes, The SBI Clerk Notification PDF 2024-25 for all states was released on December 16, 2024, and the SBI clerk's official notification 2024- 25 PDF for Chandigarh Circle (Ladakh UT - Including Leh & Kargil Valley) is out on the 6th of December 2024.

Q: What are the stages of recruiting the SBI clerk (Junior Associate) in the 2024 - 25?

Candidates aspiring for the SBI clerk position will take two tests: Prelims and Mains.

Q: Does the SBI Clerk Notification 2024 - 25 apply online link given in this article?

Yes, the online link to apply for the SBI Clerk Exam 2024 - 25 is above on this page.

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