📅 Key Dates 💰 Application Fees 📌 Eligibility Criteria 📊 Vacancy Details 🗺️ State-wise Vacancy Details ⚖ Selection Process 🖊 How to Apply 📂 Documents Required 🔗 Important Links ❓ FAQs
The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced an excellent opportunity for banking aspirants across the nation. The SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) Recruitment 2025 is now live with 5,180 vacancies for various positions. Candidates can apply online from 6 August 2025 to 26 August 2025. The Pre Exam is scheduled for 20, 21, and 27 September 2025.
This recruitment presents a golden chance for candidates looking to build a successful career in India’s largest public sector bank. SBI offers excellent growth opportunities, job security, and attractive compensation packages for its employees.
📅 Key Dates
| Important Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 6 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 26 August 2025 |
| Pre Exam Date | 20, 21, 27 September 2025 |
| PET Exam Date | September 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Available Soon |
💰 Application Fees
The application fees for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025 are structured as follows:
- General/OBC/EWS candidates: Rs. 750/-
- SC/ST/PWD candidates: Rs. 0/- (No Fee)
- Payment Modes: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan
📌 Eligibility Criteria
🎂 Age Limit
The age criteria for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025 are:
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
- Reference Date: 1 April 2025
- Age Relaxation: Available as per government rules for reserved categories
🎓 Educational Qualification
The educational requirements for SBI Clerk positions are:
- Basic Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university
- Additional Requirement: Knowledge of local language (state/UT where applying)
- Candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the local language
- This is essential for customer service and banking operations
- Language proficiency will be tested during the selection process
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk (Junior Associate) Sales And Support | UR (General) | 2,255 |
| OBC | 1,179 | |
| EWS | 508 | |
| SC | 788 | |
| ST | 450 | |
| Total | 5,180 |
🗺️ State-wise Vacancy Details
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025 offers opportunities across all states and union territories. Here are the major state-wise vacancy distributions:
| State/UT | Language | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | GEN | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi/Urdu | 107 | 5 | 138 | 51 | 213 | 514 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 47 | 42 | 127 | 47 | 213 | 476 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 72 | 3 | 102 | 38 | 165 | 380 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu/Urdu | 49 | 21 | 83 | 31 | 126 | 310 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 43 | 18 | 72 | 27 | 110 | 270 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/Nepali | 62 | 13 | 59 | 27 | 109 | 270 |
| … and other states with remaining vacancies | 5,180 | ||||||
⚖ Selection Process
The SBI Clerk selection process comprises multiple stages to ensure comprehensive evaluation:
- Preliminary Examination: Online objective test covering English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability
- Main Examination: Detailed test for shortlisted candidates from prelims
- Language Proficiency Test: Assessment of local language knowledge
- Document Verification: Verification of all submitted certificates and documents
- Medical Examination: Health fitness test as per banking sector standards
🖊 How to Apply
Follow these step-by-step instructions to apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025:
- Visit the official SBI website: sbi.co.in/careers
- Click on “Current Openings” and find SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025
- Click on “Apply Online” button
- Register with your email ID and mobile number
- Fill in all personal and educational details accurately
- Upload recent photograph and signature (as per specifications)
- Pay the application fee online
- Review all details and submit the application
- Take a printout of the application for future reference
📂 Documents Required
Ensure you have the following documents ready for the application and verification process:
- 10th standard mark sheet and certificate
- 12th standard mark sheet and certificate
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and mark sheets
- Valid photo identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable
- PWD certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-sized photographs
- Signature specimen
- Local language proficiency certificate (if available)
🔗 Important Links
| Important Links | Direct Access |
|---|---|
| SBI Clerk Apply Online 2025 | Apply Now |
| Download PET Admit Card | Click_Here |
| Download Notification | View Notice |
| Application status | Check Status |
| Exam Pattern & Syllabus | Download |
| SBI Official Website | Visit Website |
❓ FAQs
Q: When is the SBI Clerk Pre Exam Date 2025?
✅ The SBI Clerk Pre Exam is scheduled for 20, 21, and 27 September 2025.
Q: How many vacancies are available in SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025?
✅ There are a total of 5,180 vacancies for Junior Associate (Clerk) positions across all states and UTs.
Q: What is the application fee for SBI Clerk 2025?
✅ The application fee is Rs. 750/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates and no fee for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
Q: What is the age limit for SBI Clerk recruitment?
✅ The age limit is 20-28 years as on 1 April 2025, with relaxation available for reserved categories as per rules.
Q: Is local language knowledge mandatory for SBI Clerk?
✅ Yes, knowledge of the local language of the state/UT where you are applying is mandatory and will be tested.
Q: What is the selection process for SBI Clerk 2025?
✅ The selection process includes Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Language Proficiency Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
Q: Can I apply for multiple states in SBI Clerk recruitment?
✅ No, candidates can apply for only one state/UT and must have proficiency in that state’s local language.
Q: When will SBI Clerk admit cards be released?
✅ SBI Clerk admit cards will be released approximately 2-3 weeks before the exam date. Keep checking the official website.
Last Updated: September 6, 2025 | Keep checking official notifications for any updates