SBI Clerk 2025- eligibility , exam structure, Syllabus, Vacancies...

SBI is India's largest public sector bank and financial services provider. It is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

The bank traces its origins to the Bank of Calcutta (established in 1806), which later became the Imperial Bank of India in 1921 and was renamed State Bank of India in 1955.

It Operates in more than 20 countries, making it a globally significant bank.

State Bank of India is India’s largest bank and is a fortune 500 company. It is one of the largest PSU in India, that creates various job opportunities every year for the aspirants willing to work in banking sector. 

SBI conducts examination for the recruitment of Clerks, in various SBI branches across the country. 

Selection Procedure : The SBI Clerk Selection Process includes three stages:
I.   Online Preliminary Examination (Qualifying nature).
II.  Online Mains Examination (Marks will be included).
III. Test of opted language(if any) (Qualifying nature).

Exam Introduction

State Bank of India Department conducts the recruitment exam for Clerks in various departments of the SBI Bank Network. 

SBI Clerk is one of the most sought-after jobs in the banking sector in India.  

SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025: SBI Clerk 2025 Official Notification for the post of Junior Associates (Customer Support and Sales) is released on the official site-  sbi.co.in

State Bank of India Department has released the SBI Clerk Recruitment Notification 2025 for 6589 (5,180 regular vacancies and 1,409 backlog vacancies.) Vacancies for the the SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) Posts.  

Essential Academic  Qualifications: (As on 31.12.2025):

Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University or any equivalent qualification recognised as such by Central Government. Candidates having integrated dual degree (IDD) certificate should ensure that the date of passing the IDD is on or before 31.12.2025.

Those who are in the final year/ semester of their graduation may also apply provisionally subject to the condition that, if provisionally selected, they will have to produce proof of having passed the graduation examination on or before 31.12.2025.

Age Limit: (As on 01.04.2025):

Not below 20 years and not above 28 years as on 01.04.2025, i.e. candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.04.1997 and not later than 01.04.2005(both days inclusive).

Permissible relaxation in upper age limit and category-codes for claiming age relaxation are as follows:

Scheme of Selection Procedure:

The online examination will be held in two phases:

- Preliminary Exam

- Mains Exam

And a Test of specified opted local language.

Scheme of Preliminary Examinations:

Important Note:

I. Questions papers will be of Objective type Multiple Choice Questions. 

II. Each question will carry 1 mark.

III. Questions will be set in both Hindi and English.

IV. There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

V. No minimum qualifying marks have been prescribed for individual test scores OR for the aggregate score.

Scheme of Mains Examinations:

Important Note:

I. Questions papers will be of Objective type Multiple Choice Questions.

II. Questions will be set both in Hindi and English.

III. There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

IV. No minimum qualifying marks for the individual subjects have been prescribed.

Test of specified opted local language:

All candidates must be proficient in a local language as listed in the designated list of local languages according to different circles. 

Candidates who have studied the opted local language and can produce a 10th or 12th standard mark sheet/ certificate of having studied the language shall be exempt from taking any Language test, given that they qualify for the mains test. 

In the case of others (qualified for selection), specified opted local language tests will be conducted after provisional selection but before joining. Candidates are expected to be profound in the local language.  Any candidates not found proficient in specified opted local language would be disqualified.

The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced a total of 6,589 vacancies for the SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) Exam 2025. This includes 5,180 regular vacancies and 1,409 backlog vacancies.

Vacancy Distribution:

The vacancies are distributed across various states and union territories. The state-wise breakdown of the 5,180 regular vacancies is as follows:

Syllabus Preliminary Examinations:

→ English

 -Reading Comprehension

- Cloze Test

- Fill in the Blanks

- Para Jumbles

- Spotting Errors

- Phrasal Errors

- Misspelled word

- Use of Idioms / Phrases

→ Numerical Ability

- Number System

- Simplification

- Number Series

- Data Interpretation

- Time and Distance

- Time and Work

- Profit and Loss

- Percentage

- Simple/Compound Interest

- Average

- Partnerships

- Boats and Streams

- Permutation

- Age Problem

- Mensuration

- Miscellaneous

- Data sufficiency

→ Reasoning Ability

- Figure series (non-verbal)

- Circular Seating Arrangement

- Linear Seating Arrangement

- Coding Decoding

- Syllogism

- Inequality

- Blood Relations

- Puzzle Test

- Direction

- Order and Ranking

- Miscellaneous

- Data sufficiency

Syllabus Mains Examination:

→ Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude 

- Reasoning Ability

- Syllogism

- Data Sufficiency

- Statement and Argument

- Statement and Assumption

- Assertion and Reasoning

- Circular and Linear Sitting Arrangements

- Puzzle

- Blood Relations

- Coding and Decoding

- Directions and Distance

- Order and Ranking

- Coded Inequalities

- Series

- Analogy

- Classification

- Computer Aptitude

- Generations of Computer

- Computer Fundamentals and Terminologies, Hardware and Software, Memory and Storages, Input and Output Devices, etc.

- Operating System

- Internet and Networking

- MS Office – MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint, etc.

- Keyboard Shortcuts

- Computer Abbreviations

- Basic Security Concepts

→ General / Financial Awareness

- Current Affairs – Sports, Technology, Books and Authors, Awards, National and International Events, Defence, Summits, etc.

- History

- Geography

- Culture

- Indian Constitution

- Economics News

- Financial Awareness (Railway Budget, Union Budget, etc.)

- Banking Awareness – History, RBI Guidelines, Banking Terms, Abbreviations, etc.

→ General English

- Vocabulary – Antonyms and Synonyms

- Sentence Completion

- Basic English Grammar – Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Subject-Verb Agreement, Parts of Speech, etc.

- Reading Comprehension

- Error Spotting

- Cloze Test

- Sentence Rearrangement or Para Jumbles

- Phrases and Idioms

- Fill in the Blanks

- Spell Checks

→ Quantitative Aptitude

- Simplication

- Number Series

- Quadratic Equations

- Probability

- Average

- Time and Work

- Time, Speed and Distance

- Average

- Percentage

- Profit and Loss

- Simple and Compound Interest

- Ratio and Proportion

- Number Systems

- Surds and Indices

- Boats and Streams

- Permutations and Combinations

- Mensuration

- Mixtures and Alligations

- Pipes and Cisterns

- Data Interpretation – Tables, Pie Charts, Bar Graphs, Line Graphs, etc.

Fee Payable by Candidates for SBI Clerk Exam:

GEN/ EWS/ OBC candidates: Rs. 750/-

SC/ST/PWBD/ candidates: Nil

**Once the application fee is paid, the fee cannot be refunded or retained in reserve for any future examination or selection.**

Mode of Payment:

candidates are required to pay the requisite application fee through online mode by using debit card/ credit card/Internet Banking.

The application process for the SBI Clerk 2025 exam is entirely online. To ensure a smooth application process, candidates should have all the necessary documents and information ready before they begin.

Prerequisites:

A valid email ID and mobile number for receiving a registration number and password.

Scanned images of a recent passport-sized photograph and signature as per the specified dimensions and size.

Scanned images of the left thumb impression and a handwritten declaration.

A valid debit card/credit card/net banking details for online fee payment.

Steps to Apply:

Visit the Official Website: Go to the official SBI Careers portal at https://sbi.co.in/web/careers/current-openings.

Find the Application Link: Look for the "Recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales)" advertisement and click on the "Apply Online" link.

New Registration: If you are a new user, click on the "Click here for New Registration" tab. You will be required to provide your basic details like your name, contact number, and email ID. After successful registration, a provisional registration number and password will be generated and sent to your registered email and mobile number.

Upload Documents: Log in with your new credentials and upload your scanned photograph and signature according to the specified dimensions and file size.

Fill the Application Form: Fill in all the required details, including your personal information, educational qualifications, and preferred state/UT. Be very careful while filling out the form, as you cannot make changes after final submission.

Upload Thumb Impression and Handwritten Declaration: Before proceeding to payment, you must upload a scanned image of your left thumb impression and a handwritten declaration. The declaration must be in your own handwriting, on a white paper with black ink, following the exact format mentioned in the official notification.

Preview and Submit: Review all the details you have entered to ensure their accuracy. Once you are satisfied, agree to the terms and conditions and submit the form.

Pay the Application Fee: Pay the application fee online using a debit card, credit card, or net banking. The fee is ₹750 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, while SC/ST/PwBD/XS candidates are exempted from the fee.

Print the Acknowledgment: After a successful payment, an e-receipt and the completed application form will be generated. It is highly recommended to download and print these for future reference.

The online application period for the SBI Clerk 2025 exam is from August 6, 2025, to August 26, 2025. It's advisable to complete the process well before the last date to avoid any technical issues.