The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI Clerk Notification 2025 for the recruitment of 5583 Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) across its branches nationwide. The notification was published on 5 August 2025, and the online registration process will be open from 6 August 2025 to 26 August 2025.
This recruitment offers one of the largest opportunities in the banking sector for fresh graduates and job seekers aspiring to secure a stable government job in India’s premier banking institution.
Key highlights of SBI Clerk Notification 2025
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
|---|---|
| Post | Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Total Vacancies | 5583 (5180 Regular + 403 Backlog) |
| Category | Bank Jobs |
| Job Location | Pan India |
| Application Dates | 6 August 2025 to 26 August 2025 |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains & Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/EWS – Rs. 750 | SC/ST/PwBD/XS – Nil |
| Official Website | www.sbi.co.in/careers |
SBI Clerk 2025 important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 5 August 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 6 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 August 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam (Tentative) | September 2025 |
| Main Exam (Tentative) | November 2025 |
Eligibility criteria for SBI Clerk 2025
Educational Qualification:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Final year/semester candidates can apply provisionally but must pass by 31 December 2025.
- Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) holders must complete by 31 December 2025.
Age Limit (as on 1 April 2025):
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 28 years
- Candidates must be born between 2 April 1997 and 1 April 2005 (both dates inclusive).
- Age relaxation applies as per government norms.
SBI Clerk selection process 2025
The selection process consists of three stages: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT).
Preliminary Exam (Phase I):
- 100 objective questions for 100 marks
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Sections: English Language (30), Numerical Ability (35), Reasoning Ability (35)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Main Exam (Phase II):
- 190 questions for 200 marks
- Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes
- Sections: General/Financial Awareness (50), General English (40), Quantitative Aptitude (50), Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (50)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT):
- Candidates who have not studied the local language in Class 10 or 12 must qualify this test.
- It checks reading, writing, and speaking ability.
- Failure to qualify will result in disqualification.
SBI Clerk salary 2025
- Starting Basic Pay: Rs. 26,730/- (including two increments for graduates)
- Pay Scale: ₹24,050–1340/3–28,070–1650/3–33,020–2000/4–41,020–2340/7–57,400–4400/1–61,800–2680/1–64,480
- Approximate Gross Salary in Metro Cities: Rs. 46,000 per month
How to apply for SBI Clerk 2025
- Visit the official SBI careers portal – www.sbi.co.in/careers
- Register and fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for reference.
Last Date to Apply: 26 August 2025
