SBI Clerk Online Form 2025/Apply for 5180 |The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI Clerk 2025 notification for 5180 vacancies for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales). This is a golden opportunity for graduates to secure a prestigious job in India’s largest public sector bank.
Application and Examination Name/Apply for 5180 Junior Associate Posts
| Job Post: Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) – Clerical Cadre Exam Name: SBI Clerk 2025 Conducting Body: State Bank of India (SBI) Total Vacancies: 5180 (Regular) + 1409 (Backlog) = 6589 Posts |
Important Dates for SBI Clerk 2025/Apply for 5180 Junior Associate Posts
| Event | Date |
| SBI Clerk Notification 2025 Release Date | 5th August 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 6th August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26th August 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 26th August 2025 |
| Last Date to Print Application | 10th September 2025 |
| SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Date | 20th, 21st, 27th & 28th September 2025 (Tentative) |
| SBI Clerk Mains Exam Date | 5th & 16th November 2025 (Tentative) |
Note: The exam dates are tentative and may change. Candidates should check the official SBI website for updates
Application Fee for SBI Clerk 2025
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Exempted |
Payment Mode: Online (Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
Note: The fee is non-refundable
Eligibility Criteria for SBI Clerk 2025
| Educational Qualification Candidates must have a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Final-year students can apply provisionally, but they must submit proof of passing by 31st December 2025 |
| Age Limit (as of 01/04/2025) Minimum Age: 20 years Maximum Age: 28 years Age Relaxation |
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwD (General/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 years (Max 50 years) |
| Widows/Divorced Women | 7 years (Max 35 for Gen, 38 for OBC, 40 for SC/ST) |
Total Number of Vacancies (State-wise & Category-wise)
The SBI Clerk 2025 vacancies are divided into Regular (5180) + Backlog (1409) posts. Here’s a state-wise breakdown:
| State / UT | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | GEN | Total |
| Gujarat | 15 | 33 | 59 | 22 | 91 | 220 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 49 | 21 | 83 | 31 | 126 | 310 |
| Karnataka | 43 | 18 | 72 | 27 | 110 | 270 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 15 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 40 | 100 |
| Chhattisgarh | 26 | 70 | 13 | 22 | 89 | 220 |
| Odisha | 30 | 41 | 22 | 19 | 78 | 190 |
| Punjab | 51 | 0 | 37 | 17 | 73 | 178 |
| Tamil Nadu | 72 | 3 | 102 | 38 | 165 | 380 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 107 | 5 | 138 | 51 | 213 | 514 |
| Maharashtra | 47 | 42 | 127 | 47 | 213 | 476 |
| West Bengal | 62 | 13 | 59 | 27 | 109 | 270 |
| Others | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies | Remaining |
Total Vacancies: 5180 (Regular) + 1409 (Backlog) = 6589 Posts
| Job Location Selected candidates will be posted in SBI branches across India based on their preferred state/language proficiency. Note: Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the state they apply for |
How to Apply for SBI Clerk 2025? (Step-by-Step Guide)
| Visit the Official Website – https://sbi.co.in/web/careers/ Click on “Current Openings” → “Recruitment of Junior Associates” → “Apply Online” New Registration – Enter basic details (Name, Mobile, Email) Fill Application Form – Personal, Educational, and Contact Details Upload Documents – Photograph (20kb-50kb, 200×230 pixels) Signature (10kb-20kb, 140×60 pixels) Handwritten Declaration Preview & Verify – Check all details before submission Pay Application Fee – Online via Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking Submit & Print Application – Save a copy for future reference Last Date to Apply: 26th August 2025 |
Selection Process & Exam Phases
| The SBI Clerk 2025 selection consists of three stages: Preliminary Exam (Online) – Qualifying in nature Mains Exam (Online) – Merit-based selection Local Language Test (if applicable) – For candidates without proof of studying the local language |
SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Pattern (100 Marks)
| Section | No. of Qs | Marks | Duration |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 mins |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 mins |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 mins |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 mins |
SBI Clerk Mains Exam Pattern (200 Marks)
| Section | No. of Qs | Marks | Duration |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 mins |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 mins |
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 mins |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 2 hrs 40 mins |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer
SBI Clerk Syllabus 2025
| A. English Language Reading Comprehension Grammar (Error Spotting, Fill in the Blanks) Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms) B. Numerical Ability Simplification Data Interpretation Number Series Profit & Loss C. Reasoning Ability Puzzles & Seating Arrangement Syllogism Coding-Decoding D. General Awareness Banking & Financial Terms Current Affairs (Last 6 Months) Static GK |
SBI Clerk Salary & Benefits
| Basic Pay: ₹26,730/- (₹24,050 + 2 advance increments) Pay Scale: ₹24,050 – 1,340/3 – 28,070 – 1,650/3 – 33,020 – 2,000/4 – 41,020 – 2,340/7 – 57,400 Perks: DA, HRA, Medical Benefits, Pension, etc. |
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Q1. What is the last date to apply for SBI Clerk 2025?
Ans: 26th August 2025
Q2. Can final-year students apply for SBI Clerk 2025?
Ans: Yes, but they must pass by 31st December 2025
Q3. Is there negative marking in SBI Clerk Exam?
Ans: Yes, 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer
Q4. What is the selection process for SBI Clerk?
Ans: Prelims → Mains → Local Language Test (if required)
Q5. What is the salary of an SBI Clerk?
Ans: ₹26,730/- (Basic Pay) plus allowances
| Additional Information Language Proficiency: Candidates must know the local language of the applied state. Probation Period: 6 months for selected candidates. Job Security: Permanent role with pension benefits. |