The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced the recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) for the year 2024. This is a golden opportunity for eligible Indian citizens to join one of the most prestigious banks in the country. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you understand the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, and other essential details.

Important Dates

• Online Registration and Payment of Fees: 17th December 2024 to 7th January 2025
• Preliminary Examination: Tentatively in February 2025
• Main Examination: Tentatively in March/April 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

Minimum Age: 20 years

Maximum Age: 28 years (as on 1st April 2024)

Age Relaxation: Available for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and other categories as per government norms.

Educational Qualification

Graduation: Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university as of 31st December 2024.

Final Year Students: Those in the final year/semester of their graduation can also apply provisionally.

Application Process

Candidates can apply online through the SBI website. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Visit the SBI Careers Page: SBI Careers
2. Register Online: Fill in the required details and upload necessary documents. Candidates will be required to register themselves online through Bank's website bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings OR sbi.co.in/web/careers/current-openings - Recruitment of Junior Associates 2024.
3. Pay the Application Fee: Rs. 750 for General/OBC/EWS candidates. No fee for SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS candidates.
4. Submit the Application: Ensure all details are correct before final submission.

Selection Procedure

The selection process consists of three phases:

1. Preliminary Examination: An online test with 100 objective questions covering English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability.
2. Main Examination: An online test with 190 questions covering General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude.
3. Local Language Test: Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the state they are applying for. Those who have studied the language in 10th or 12th standard are exempted from this test.

Exam Pattern

Preliminary Examination

English Language: 30 questions, 30 marks, 20 minutes

Numerical Ability: 35 questions, 35 marks, 20 minutes

Reasoning Ability: 35 questions, 35 marks, 20 minutes

Main Examination

General/Financial Awareness: 50 questions, 50 marks, 35 minutes

General English: 40 questions, 40 marks, 35 minutes

Quantitative Aptitude: 50 questions, 50 marks, 45 minutes

Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude: 50 questions, 60 marks, 45 minutes

Important Notes

• Candidates can apply for vacancies in one state only.
• No inter-circle transfer will be allowed during the first 10 years of service.

For more detailed information, candidates are advised to read the official advertisement available on the SBI website.

This recruitment drive is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring candidates to join the State Bank of India and build a rewarding career. Good luck!