The State Bank of India (SBI) conducts the SBI Clerk Exam every year to recruit candidates for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) across its branches nationwide. Known for its high competition, this exam attracts lakhs of applicants each year.
For the 2025 recruitment drive, SBI has announced 6589 vacancies for Clerical Cadre positions. The recruitment process will include Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT).
Online applications opened on 6th August 2025 and will remain active till 26th August 2025.
About the SBI Clerk Exam
The SBI Clerk Exam is a national-level banking recruitment test conducted to appoint Junior Associates in SBI branches. Selected candidates work as cashiers, depositors, and front-desk executives, managing customer interactions and day-to-day banking operations.
This article covers SBI Clerk 2025 important dates, eligibility, vacancies, exam pattern, syllabus, application process, salary, preparation tips, and more.
SBI Clerk 2025 Notification Overview
The official SBI Clerk Notification 2025 PDF was released on 5th August 2025 at the SBI Careers portal (sbi.co.in/web/careers).
Key highlights of SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Clerk (Junior Associates) |
| Vacancies | 6589 (5180 Regular + 1409 Backlog) |
| Advt. No. | CRPD/CR/2025-26/06 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 6th to 26th August 2025 |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → LLPT |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years |
| Salary | ₹46,000 approx. |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in |
SBI Clerk 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 5th August 2025 |
| Application Start | 6th August 2025 |
| Application End | 26th August 2025 |
| Prelims Exam | 20th, 21st, 27th & 28th September 2025 (Expected) |
| Mains Exam | 15th & 16th November 2025 (Expected) |
SBI Clerk 2025 Vacancy Details
This year, SBI has announced 6589 vacancies, including 1409 backlog vacancies.
Regular Vacancies – State/UT Wise
| State/UT | Total |
|---|---|
| Gujarat | 220 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 310 |
| Karnataka | 270 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 100 |
| Chhattisgarh | 220 |
| Odisha | 190 |
| Haryana | 138 |
| Jammu & Kashmir UT | 29 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 68 |
| Ladakh UT | 37 |
| Punjab | 178 |
| Tamil Nadu | 380 |
| Telangana | 250 |
| Rajasthan | 260 |
| West Bengal | 270 |
| A & N Islands | 30 |
| Sikkim | 20 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 514 |
| Maharashtra | 476 |
| Goa | 14 |
| Delhi | 169 |
| Uttarakhand | 127 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 20 |
| Assam | 145 |
| Manipur | 16 |
| Meghalaya | 32 |
| Mizoram | 13 |
| Nagaland | 22 |
| Tripura | 22 |
| Bihar | 260 |
| Jharkhand | 130 |
| Kerala | 247 |
| Lakshadweep | 3 |
Total Regular Vacancies: 5180
Backlog Vacancies – State/UT Wise
| State/UT | Total |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 5 |
| Karnataka | 229 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 99 |
| Chhattisgarh | 86 |
| Haryana | 8 |
| Telangana | 70 |
| Rajasthan | 43 |
| West Bengal | 16 |
| A & N Islands | 5 |
| Sikkim | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 37 |
| Maharashtra | 242 |
| Goa | 3 |
| Delhi | 44 |
| Uttarakhand | 12 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 48 |
| Assam | 235 |
| Manipur | 26 |
| Meghalaya | 60 |
| Mizoram | 22 |
| Nagaland | 39 |
| Tripura | 51 |
| Kerala | 25 |
| Lakshadweep | 3 |
Total Backlog Vacancies: 1409
SBI Clerk 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (as on 31/12/2025)
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Final year/semester students can apply but must produce proof of graduation before joining.
Age Limit (as on 01/04/2025)
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 28 years
(Born between 02.04.1997 and 01.04.2005)
Age Relaxation:
- OBC – 3 years
- SC/ST – 5 years
- PwBD – 10 to 15 years (varies by category)
- Ex-Servicemen – Service years + 3 years (max 50 years)
- Widows/Divorced Women – Up to 7 years relaxation (category-wise limit applies)
SBI Clerk 2025 Application Process
- Apply Online: SBI Careers Portal
- Application Dates: 6th to 26th August 2025
- Fee:
- General/OBC/EWS – ₹750
- SC/ST/PwBD – No fee
SBI Clerk 2025 Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam
- Main Exam
- Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
(Trained SBI apprentices may receive bonus marks in Mains)
SBI Clerk 2025 Exam Pattern
Prelims Exam
| Section | Ques | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 min |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
Mains Exam
| Section | Ques | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 min |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 min |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 min |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 160 min |
SBI Clerk 2025 Syllabus
Prelims & Mains Subjects:
- Reasoning Ability: Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Blood Relations, Coding-Decoding
- Quantitative Aptitude: Simplification, Data Interpretation, Profit & Loss, Time-Speed-Distance
- English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Error Detection
(Mains has higher difficulty level and includes General/Financial Awareness)
SBI Clerk 2025 Salary
- Approx. Salary: ₹46,000 per month
- Basic Pay: ₹26,730 (includes advance increments for graduates)
- Additional benefits include DA, HRA, medical benefits, and other allowances.
SBI Clerk 2025 Previous Year Cut-Off (Prelims – General)
| State | Cut-Off |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 68.75 |
| Assam | 60.75 |
| Bihar | 47.25 |
| Delhi | 67 |
| Gujarat | 47 |
| Karnataka | 72.5 |
| Maharashtra | 44.75 |
| Tamil Nadu | 55.50 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 61.75 |
| West Bengal | 61.25 |
FAQs on SBI Clerk 2025
Q1. When was the SBI Clerk 2025 Notification released?
A1. It was released on 5th August 2025.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in SBI Clerk 2025?
A2. A total of 6589 vacancies (5180 regular + 1409 backlog).
Q3. What is the last date to apply for SBI Clerk 2025?
A3. 26th August 202
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