The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially announced its recruitment drive for Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre for the year 2024-25. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for fresh graduates to join one of India’s largest public sector banks. The selected candidates will be part of SBI’s customer support and sales teams, handling crucial roles in delivering customer service and managing sales in branches across the country.
Advertisement Details:
- Advertisement Number: CRPD/CR/2024-25/24
- Position: Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)
- Category: Clerical Cadre
- Total Vacancies: 13735
Key Dates:
- Online Application Start Date: 17th December 2024
- Online Application Closing Date: 7th January 2025
- Preliminary Examination Date: To be notified
- Main Examination Date: To be notified
Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification.
- Candidates who are in the final year/semester of their graduation may also apply provisionally, provided they can produce proof of having passed the graduation examination before or on the date of eligibility.
Age Limit:
- The candidate must be between 20 and 28 years of age as of a specific cut-off date (which will be mentioned in the detailed notification).
- Age relaxation is provided for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government guidelines:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwD (General/EWS): 10 years
- PwD (OBC): 13 years
- PwD (SC/ST): 15 years
Selection Process:
The selection for the post of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) is conducted in two stages:
- Preliminary Examination:
- This is the first stage of the selection process, which is conducted online.
- It consists of objective-type questions and serves as a qualifying exam for the main exam.
- The prelims test will assess the following subjects:
- English Language: 30 questions for 30 marks (20 minutes)
- Numerical Ability: 35 questions for 35 marks (20 minutes)
- Reasoning Ability: 35 questions for 35 marks (20 minutes)
- Total: 100 questions for 100 marks.
- Time Duration: 1 hour.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Main Examination:
- Candidates who qualify in the prelims will be called for the main examination, which is also conducted online.
- The main exam consists of objective-type questions covering the following sections:
- General/Financial Awareness: 50 questions for 50 marks (35 minutes)
- General English: 40 questions for 40 marks (35 minutes)
- Quantitative Aptitude: 50 questions for 50 marks (45 minutes)
- Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude: 50 questions for 60 marks (45 minutes)
- Total: 190 questions for 200 marks.
- Time Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT):
- After the mains exam, shortlisted candidates may be required to appear for a Language Proficiency Test (if applicable in the respective state).
- Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the state where they are applying.
- Document Verification & Final Selection:
- After clearing all stages, candidates will be called for document verification.
- Final selection will be based on the candidate’s performance in the Main Examination and subject to verification of eligibility, local language test (if applicable), and medical fitness.
Application Process:
How to Apply:
- Online Registration: Candidates must visit the official SBI website (https://www.sbi.co.in/) to apply online.
- Navigate to the Careers section and look for the Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) recruitment notification.
- Click on the link for online registration.
- Carefully fill in all the required details, including personal information, educational qualifications, and work experience (if any).
- Upload Documents: You will need to upload scanned copies of the following:
- Recent passport-sized photograph.
- Signature.
- Any other required certificates or identification documents.
- Payment of Fees: After filling in the details, candidates need to pay the application fee (if applicable):
- General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 750
- SC/ST/PwD: No fee
- Submission: Review all entered information carefully before final submission. After submission, take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Salary and Benefits:
- The salary for the Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) is based on the SBI Clerical Pay Scale. The basic pay is around Rs. 19,900/- with other allowances such as:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Medical Benefits
- Pension and Provident Fund Benefits
The approximate monthly salary of a Junior Associate is around Rs. 29,000 to Rs. 31,000 depending on the location of the posting and other factors.
Important Notes for Applicants:
- Multiple Applications: Only one application per candidate will be considered. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last valid application will be retained.
- Examination Centers: SBI will offer various examination centers across different states. Candidates will need to choose their preferred center during the application process.
Contact Information:
For any queries related to the recruitment process, candidates can refer to the official notification or contact SBI’s helpdesk via the contact information available on their official website.
Important Links:
| SBI Junior Associate Detailed Notification | Notification Pdf |
| SBI Junior Associate Apply Online Link | Apply Link |
Conclusion:
This recruitment drive is an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking a stable and rewarding career in the banking sector. The State Bank of India (SBI) offers a competitive salary, job security, and a chance to work in a customer-facing role with growth opportunities. Interested candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria and apply before the deadline of 7th January 2025.
For regular updates and further instructions, candidates are advised to keep checking the official SBI website.
