SBI Clerk Notification 2024 PDF: Check the Expected Dates, Apply Online Link, and Eligibility Criteria

The State Bank of India conducts the SBI Clerk Exam every year to recruit Junior Associates (Customer Support and Sales) for its branches nationwide. The SBI Clerk Notification 2024 is expected to be released in November 2024, providing full exam details. The selection process includes:

  1. Preliminary Exam (Online)

  2. Main exam (Online)

  3. Test of the specified opted local language.

This well-respected exam is a great opportunity for candidates aspiring to become Junior Associates. Key details about the SBI Clerk Notification 2024, position and recruitment process are outlined below.

  • Candidates should note that the local language test is only required for those who can't prove they studied the opted language in Class 10 or 12.

  • 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.

  • The SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) is responsible for client interactions and operations at SBI Bank branches, by serving as cashiers, depositors, and other positions.

  • This role is highly prestigious within the banking sector.

Candidates can find details about SBI Clerk eligibility, exam dates, application process, salary, and more on this page. For any inquiries, please refer to the FAQs listed below.

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SBI Clerk Notification 2024 PDF

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

SBI Clerk Notification 2024 PDF (Link Inactive)

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

 

Important Dates For SBI Clerk Exam 2024

The official SBI Clerk Notification 2024 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 Exam.

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Events

Important Dates(Tentative)

SBI Clerk Notification 2024 Expected Date

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 SBI Clerk 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.

Check the SBI Clerk Vacancy

Apply Online Link for the SBI Clerk Exam

Candidates are advised to review the SBI clerk notification 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 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 with the help of:

  • 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.

 

Application Fee For SBI Clerk Exam 2024 

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)

The SBI Clerk selection methods will involve an online exam that features both Preliminary and Main exams, along with a test of the specified opted local language.

  • 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.

Check the SBI Clerk Eligibility Checker

Age Limit

The candidate's age should not be less than 20 years and not more than 28 years. 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 Mains.

Preliminary Exam Pattern

Check the prelims pattern given below as per the SBI Clerk notification 2024 PDF. 0.25 of the marks will be reduced for wrong answers.

 

Prelims Exam 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 SBI Clerk Notification 2024 PDF. 1/4th of the marks will be reduced for wrong answers.

 

SBI Clerk Mains Exam 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

 

 

Syllabus For SBI Clerk Exam

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 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: What is the SBI Clerk Notification 2024 Expected Date of Release?

The official notification of the SBI clerk will be released in November 2024 tentatively.

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 Mains exam.

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