SBI Opens Doors to 6,589 Clerk Positions: 2025 Recruitment Drive Begins with August 26 Deadline

The State Bank of India (SBI), India’s largest public sector bank, has officially launched its 2025 recruitment drive for Junior Associates (Customer Support and Sales), commonly known as SBI Clerks. With 6,589 vacancies announced across regular and backlog categories, the opportunity offers a gateway to a stable and rewarding career in banking. The online application window opened on August 6 and will remain active until August 26, 2025.

Key Highlights from the Notification

• Total vacancies: 6,589 (including 5,180 regular and 1,409 backlog posts)
• Application window: August 6 to August 26, 2025
• Eligibility: Graduates aged between 20 and 28 years as of April 1, 2025
• Application fee: ₹750 for General/OBC/EWS; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen
• Selection process includes Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Local Language Proficiency Test
• Salary range: ₹24,050 to ₹64,480 per SBI’s pay structure

Eligibility Criteria and Age Relaxation

To apply for the SBI Clerk 2025 recruitment, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification
• Final-year students may apply provisionally, provided they can produce proof of graduation by December 31, 2025
• Age must be between 20 and 28 years as of April 1, 2025 (born between April 2, 1997 and April 1, 2005)
• Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms

Step-by-Step Application Process

Candidates can apply online through SBI’s official careers portal. The process involves:

• Visiting www.sbi.co.in and navigating to the Careers section
• Clicking on ‘Current Openings’ under the ‘Join SBI’ tab
• Selecting ‘Recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) 2025’
• Registering with basic details to generate login credentials
• Filling out the application form with personal, educational, and category details
• Uploading scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents
• Paying the application fee online via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI
• Submitting the form and downloading the confirmation page for future reference

Selection Process and Exam Structure

The recruitment process comprises three stages:

• Preliminary Examination:
• Objective-type test with 100 marks
• Duration: 1 hour
• Subjects include English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability

Main Examination:

• Objective-type test with 190 questions totaling 200 marks
• Duration: 2 hours and 40 minutes
• Sections include General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
• Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT):
• Mandatory for candidates who haven’t studied the specified local language in Class 10 or 12
• Evaluated out of 20 marks
• Candidates must qualify to be considered for final selection

Only marks from the Main Examination are considered for the final merit list. The Preliminary Exam is qualifying in nature.

Important Dates and Exam Schedule

• Online registration: August 6 to August 26, 2025
• Preliminary Exam: Tentatively scheduled for September 20, 21, 27, and 28
• Main Exam: Expected to be held on November 15 and 16
• Admit cards and exact dates will be announced via SBI’s official portal

Conclusion

The SBI Clerk 2025 recruitment presents a significant opportunity for young graduates seeking a career in banking. With a transparent selection process, competitive salary, and nationwide postings, the role of Junior Associate offers both professional growth and job security. Interested candidates are advised to apply early and prepare diligently for the upcoming exams.

Source: State Bank of India official notification