SBI Clerk
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Introduction
SBI Clerk is a national-level banking examination conducted by the State Bank of India for the recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales). It is one of the most sought-after banking exams for graduates who want a stable career in the banking sector.
Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 60 Minutes
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Main Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| General English | 40 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 |
| Total | 190 | 200 |
Duration: 2 Hours 40 Minutes
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test (if applicable)
- Document Verification
There is no interview in SBI Clerk recruitment. Final selection is based mainly on the Main Examination and language qualification requirements.
Syllabus
Reasoning Ability
Puzzles & Seating Arrangement
Coding-Decoding
Blood Relations
Syllogism
Inequality
Direction Sense
Order & Ranking
Alphanumeric Series
Quantitative Aptitude
Simplification & Approximation
Number Series
Percentage
Profit & Loss
Ratio & Proportion
Time & Work
Time, Speed & Distance
Data Interpretation
English Language
Reading Comprehension
Cloze Test
Error Detection
Vocabulary
Sentence Improvement
Para Jumbles
General / Financial Awareness
Current Affairs
Banking Awareness
RBI Policies
Financial Institutions
Government Schemes
Indian Economy
Computer Aptitude
Computer Fundamentals
MS Office
Internet
Networking Basics
Cyber Security Basics
How to Apply
- Visit the official SBI Careers website:
SBI Careers Portal - Register online.
- Fill in personal and educational details.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application form and save/print the confirmation page.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Final-year students may also apply provisionally, subject to fulfilling eligibility conditions before joining.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 20 years
Maximum Age: 28 years
Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories as per government rules.
Nationality
Must be an Indian citizen or fulfill the nationality conditions specified in the notification.
Language Requirement
Candidates should know the local language of the state/UT they apply for. If not studied in school, they may need to qualify a Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT).
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