SBI Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)/Clerk Recruitment 2024 – Complete Guide

SBI Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)/Clerk Recruitment 2024 – Complete Guide

The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced a recruitment drive for Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) positions, also referred to as Clerk posts, for the year 2024-25. With over 13,735 vacancies across India, including 1,000+ vacancies in Gujarat, this is a great opportunity for graduates to build their career in the banking sector.

1. Post and Vacancies

• Post Name: Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)/Clerk
• Total Vacancies: 13,735
• Vacancies in Gujarat: 1,000+

2. Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
• Candidates in the final year of graduation can apply provisionally but must submit proof of passing by 31 December 2024.
• Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for detailed qualifications.

Age Limit:

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years (as of 01-12-2024)
• Age Relaxation:
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC: 3 years
  • PwBD: 10-15 years (based on category)

3. Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹750
• SC/ST/PwBD/ESM: Nil

4. Selection Process

The selection process involves the following stages:

1. Preliminary Examination:

• Type: Objective
• Marks: 100
• Sections:
  • English Language
  • Numerical Ability
  • Reasoning Ability
• Duration: 1 hour
• Negative Marking: 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer.

2. Main Examination:

• Type: Objective
• Marks: 200
• Sections:
  • General/Financial Awareness
  • General English
  • Quantitative Aptitude
  • Reasoning Ability with Computer Aptitude
• Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes
• Sectional Timing: Yes

3. Language Proficiency Test:

• Candidates must be proficient in the local language of their state/region.
• For certain regions like Ladakh, proficiency in Urdu, Ladakhi, or Bhoti (Bodhi) is required.
• Candidates with 10th or 12th-grade mark sheets as proof of language proficiency are exempted from this test.

5. Exam Dates

• Preliminary Exam: February 2025
• Main Exam: March/April 2025

6. Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start	17-12-2024
Application End	07-01-2025
Preliminary Exam	February 2025
Main Exam	March/April 2025

7. How to Apply

Eligible and interested candidates can apply online through the official SBI website from 17 December 2024. The application link will be deactivated after 7 January 2025.

8. Examination Centers in Gujarat

The recruitment examination in Gujarat will be held at the following locations:

• Ahmedabad
• Gandhinagar
• Surat
• Vadodara
• Jamnagar
• Rajkot
• Mehsana

9. Important Links for SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) Recruitment 2024

Below are the essential links to assist candidates in accessing the official resources for the SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) Recruitment 2024:

• Job Advertisement (All India): Click Here
• Job Advertisement (For Ladakh UT): Click Here
• Official Website: Click Here
• Apply Online: Click Here
• WhatsApp Group: Click Here
• WhatsApp Channel: Click Here

10. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How can I apply for the SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) Recruitment 2024?

Interested candidates can apply online through the official SBI website. Ensure all required documents are uploaded during the application process.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for this recruitment?

The last date to submit the online application is 7 January 2025.

Q3. Is there any relaxation in the upper age limit?

Yes, age relaxation is provided as per government norms:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• PwBD: 10-15 years

Q4. When will the preliminary examination be conducted?

The preliminary exam is tentatively scheduled for February 2025.