SBI Clerk 2025 Exam Notification
Your complete guide to the 6589 Junior Associate vacancies.
SBI Clerk 2025 Notification: 6589 Vacancies Announced!
The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the much-awaited notification (CRPD/CR/2025-26/06) for the recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) for the year 2025. A total of 6589 vacancies have been announced across various states in India, presenting a golden opportunity for banking aspirants.
The online application process was active from August 6, 2025, to August 26, 2025. While the application window is now closed, this post provides all the crucial details you need to know for the upcoming examination stages.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025: At a Glance
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Total Vacancies | 6589 (5180 Regular + 1409 Backlog) |
| Application Dates | August 6, 2025 to August 26, 2025 (Closed) |
| Prelims Exam Date (Tentative) | September 20th, 21st, 27th & 28th, 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date (Tentative) | November 15th & 16th, 2025 |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, and Language Proficiency Test |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years (with age relaxations) |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in/careers |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
(As on 31.12.2025) - Candidates must hold a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government.
Age Limit
(As on 01.04.2025) - Candidates must not be below 20 years and not above 28 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
Selection Process
The selection for SBI Clerk involves a three-stage process:
Phase 1: Preliminary Examination
An online objective test of 100 marks conducted for 1 hour. It consists of three sections: English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. There is a negative marking of 1/4th for wrong answers.
Phase 2: Main Examination
Candidates who qualify the prelims will appear for the main exam. This is an online objective test of 200 marks with a duration of 2 hours and 40 minutes. Sections include General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude.
Phase 3: Test of Specified Opted Local Language
Those who qualify the mains exam will undergo a language proficiency test. Candidates who have studied the opted local language in their 10th or 12th standard are exempted.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 750/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
What's Next?
With the application window now closed, the focus should completely shift to preparation. The preliminary exam is tentatively scheduled for September 2025. Candidates are advised to gear up their preparation, focusing on mock tests and revision.
Keep a close watch on the official SBI careers website for the release of admit cards and other important announcements.
