SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 5180+ Junior Associate Posts
The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced 5180+ Clerk (Junior Associate – Customer Support & Sales) vacancies across India. This is one of the largest banking recruitment opportunities in 2025 for graduates seeking a secure government job.
Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Junior Associate (Clerk) – Customer Support & Sales
- Total Vacancies: 5180+
Educational Qualification
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. Final year students can apply, provided they produce proof of graduation before the joining date.
Age Limit (as on 01 April 2025)
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 28 years
- Age relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PWD – as per rules.
Salary & Benefits
Starting basic pay is ₹19,900/- plus allowances, with an approximate monthly salary of ₹29,000/- in metro cities. Benefits include DA, HRA, medical facilities, pension, and job security.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination – Objective Test (Online)
- Main Examination – Objective Test (Online)
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Application Fees
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹750/-
- SC/ST/PWD/Ex-Servicemen: No Fee
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply Online: 26 August 2025
- Prelims Exam: September 2025
- Main Exam: November 2025
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official SBI recruitment portal. Read the official notification carefully before applying.
Download Official Notification (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who is eligible for SBI Clerk 2025?
Any graduate in any discipline from a recognized university, aged between 20 and 28 years, can apply. Age relaxations are available for SC/ST, OBC, and PWD categories.
2. Is there negative marking in SBI Clerk exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer in both the Preliminary and Main examinations.
3. Can I apply for multiple states in SBI Clerk?
No, you can apply for only one state or union territory. You must also be proficient in the local language of the chosen state.
4. What is the salary of SBI Clerk in 2025?
The basic pay is ₹19,900 per month. Including allowances, the monthly salary is approximately ₹29,000 in metro cities.
5. Can final-year students apply for SBI Clerk?
Yes, final-year students can apply if they can provide proof of graduation before the joining date specified by SBI.
6. What is the selection process for SBI Clerk 2025?
The selection process consists of a Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Language Proficiency Test (LPT). There is no interview for clerical posts.
7. How many vacancies are there in SBI Clerk 2025?
There are over 5,180 vacancies for the Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) position across India.
8. What is the SBI Clerk exam pattern?
The Preliminary exam has three sections – English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning. The Main exam includes General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning & Computer Aptitude.
9. How to apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025?
Visit the official SBI recruitment website, fill out the online application form, upload required documents, pay the application fee, and submit the form before the deadline.
10. What is the last date to apply for SBI Clerk 2025?
The last date to submit the online application form is 26 August 2025.