SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 6589 Junior Associate Posts in Assam

The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced a significant recruitment drive for the year 2025, offering 6589 vacancies for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales). This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring candidates across India, including those in Assam, to join one of the nation's leading public sector banks. The recruitment is for clerical cadre positions in various SBI branches nationwide.

SBI Clerk Recruitment Details

The SBI Clerk recruitment process aims to fill a substantial number of positions to enhance customer service and sales operations. Here's a breakdown of the key details:

  • Name of Post: Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales)
  • Organization: State Bank of India (SBI)
  • Total Vacancies: 6589 Posts
  • Vacancies in North Eastern States: 329 Posts

Vacancies in Assam and Other North Eastern States:

StateNumber of Posts
Assam176
Arunachal Pradesh23
Manipur20
Meghalaya35
Mizoram15
Nagaland22
Tripura38
  • Exam Centres in Assam: Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur
  • Mode of Application: Online
  • Pay Scale: As per the SBI norms, the initial basic pay is Rs. 24,050/- per month, with incremental benefits. The complete pay scale is Rs. 24,050-1340/3-28070-1650/3-33020-2000/4-41020-2340/7-57400-4400/1-61800-2680/1-64480.
  • Advertisement No.: CRPD/CR/2025-26/06

Eligibility Criteria for SBI Junior Associate Recruitment

Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria to apply for the SBI Clerk position:

  • Age Limit: Candidates should be between 20 and 28 years of age as on 01.04.2025. This means candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.04.1997 and not later than 01.04.2005.
  • Age Relaxation: Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories as per government rules:
    • SC/ST: 5 years
    • OBC: 3 years
    • PwD (Unreserved): 10 years
    • PwD (OBC): 13 years
    • PwD (SC/ST): 15 years
  • Educational Qualification: Applicants must possess a Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification. Candidates pursuing their final year of graduation can also apply provisionally, provided they submit proof of passing their degree by 31.12.2025.
  • Local Language Proficiency: Candidates are required to be proficient in the local language of the State/UT for which they are applying. Those who can provide proof of studying the local language in 10th or 12th standard will be exempted from the language proficiency test.

Application Fee for SBI Clerk 2025

The application fee for the SBI Clerk recruitment is as follows:

CategoryFee
UR, OBC, EWSRs. 750/-
SC, ST, PwD, ESM, DESMNil

Payment Method: Fees can be paid online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

How to Apply for SBI Recruitment 2025

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official SBI Careers website. Follow these steps:

  1. Visit the SBI Careers portal: bank.sbi/careers or www.sbi.co.in/careers.
  2. Navigate to the 'Recruitment' section and find the notification for Junior Associate (Clerk) posts.
  3. Click on the 'Online Application Form' link.
  4. Fill in all the required personal and educational details accurately.
  5. Upload scanned copies of your passport-sized photograph, signature, and other necessary documents as per the specifications.
  6. Pay the application fee online using the available payment methods.
  7. Review the application form thoroughly and submit it.
  8. Download and save a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

SBI Clerk Selection Process

The selection process for SBI Clerk recruitment involves two phases of online examinations and a local language test:

Phase-I: Preliminary Examination

This is an objective-type online test designed to assess basic aptitude. It consists of three sections:

Test NameNo. of QuestionsMaximum MarksDuration
English Language303020 Minutes
Numerical Ability353520 Minutes
Reasoning Ability353520 Minutes
Total10010060 Minutes

Important Notes:

  • Each test has a separate time limit.
  • There is negative marking: 1/4th of the mark assigned for each wrong answer will be deducted.
  • Candidates approximately 10 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted for the Main Exam.

Phase-II: Main Examination

Candidates who qualify in the Preliminary Examination will appear for the Main Examination. The structure is as follows:

Test NameNo. of QuestionsMaximum MarksDuration
General/ Financial Awareness505035 Minutes
General English404035 Minutes
Quantitative Aptitude505045 Minutes
Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude506045 Minutes
Total190200160 Minutes

Important Notes:

  • Negative marking applies (1/4th deduction for wrong answers).
  • Candidates need to score minimum qualifying marks on aggregate.
  • Merit list will be prepared based on scores in the Main Examination, State-wise and Category-wise.

Test of Specified Opted Local Language

This test is conducted after provisional selection but before joining for candidates who have not produced 10th or 12th standard mark sheets evidencing the study of the opted local language. Candidates must qualify this test to be considered for appointment.

Final Selection

The final selection will be based on the aggregate marks obtained in the Main Examination only. Marks from the Preliminary Examination are not counted for the final merit list. Performance in the Main Examination will determine the provisional selection of candidates.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the starting date to apply online for SBI Recruitment 2025?
A: The online application process begins on August 6, 2025.

Q2: What is the last date to apply online for SBI Recruitment 2025?
A: The last date to submit your online application is August 26, 2025.

Q3: How many vacancies are available for SBI Clerk?
A: A total of 6589 Junior Associate posts are vacant under this recruitment drive.