SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2024

SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2024

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1.SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2024: Apply for Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) Positions!

SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2024

SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2024: The State Bank of India (SBI), recognized as the “Best Bank in India” for 2024 by Global Finance, has released a notification for the recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) in its clerical cadre. With over 13,000 vacancies available across various states, this is a golden opportunity to start your career with India’s largest public sector bank.

2.Key Highlights of the SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2024

  1. Position: Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)
  2. Vacancies: 13,735 (including regular and backlog vacancies)
  3. Probation Period: 6 months, extendable based on performance.

3.Eligibility Criteria for SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2024

  1. Educational Qualification:
    • Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university (on or before December 31, 2024).
    • Final-year students can apply provisionally.
  2. Age Limit:
    • Minimum: 20 years; Maximum: 28 years (as of April 1, 2024).
    • Age relaxation as per government norms (e.g., SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years).
  3. Local Language Proficiency:
    • Candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the opted local language of the State/UT.

4.Application Process for SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2024

  1. Application Dates:
    • Start Date: December 17, 2024
    • Last Date: January 7, 2025
  2. Application Fee:
    • ₹750 for General/OBC/EWS candidates.
    • No fee for SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS candidates.
  3. How to Apply:
    • Register online at SBI Careers.
    • Upload scanned documents, including a handwritten declaration:
      • “I, [Name], Date of Birth [DD/MM/YYYY], hereby declare that all the information submitted by me is correct, true, and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”

5.Selection Process for SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2024

The selection process consists of three stages:

  1. Preliminary Examination:
    • Objective test with 100 questions for 100 marks (1-hour duration).
      • English Language: 30 marks
      • Numerical Ability: 35 marks
      • Reasoning Ability: 35 marks
  2. Main Examination:
    • Objective test with 190 questions for 200 marks (2 hours 40 minutes).
      • General/Financial Awareness: 50 marks
      • General English: 40 marks
      • Quantitative Aptitude: 50 marks
      • Reasoning & Computer Aptitude: 60 marks
  3. Local Language Test:
    • Conducted for candidates who do not have proof of having studied the opted local language at the 10th/12th level.
  4. Final Selection:
    • Based on marks obtained in the Main Examination, subject to eligibility verification and local language proficiency.

6.Important Dates for SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2024

EventDate
Application Start DateDecember 17, 2024
Application End DateJanuary 7, 2025
Preliminary ExaminationFebruary 2025
Main ExaminationMarch/April 2025

7.Salary Details for SBI Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)

The salary structure for Junior Associates in SBI is based on the Clerical Cadre Pay Scale under the 7th Pay Commission.

Pay Scale:

₹17,900 – ₹47,920

Detailed Breakdown:

  1. Starting Basic Pay: ₹26,730
  2. Includes two advance increments for graduates.
  3. Gross Monthly Emoluments (at metro locations like Mumbai):
  4. Around ₹46,000 (inclusive of Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other allowances).
  5. Increments:
  1. First 3 Years: ₹1,340 increment annually.
  2. Next 3 Years: ₹1,650 increment annually.
  3. Next 4 Years: ₹2,000 increment annually.
  4. Final Years: ₹2,340 increment annually till the maximum pay of ₹47,920 is reached.

Other Benefits:

  • Provident Fund (PF) and Pension under the New Pension Scheme.
  • Medical Benefits for employees and their families.
  • Leave Fare Concession (LFC).
  • Reimbursement for various expenses depending on the place of posting.

Probation Period:

  • Newly recruited Junior Associates are on probation for 6 months, during which they must complete e-lessons as prescribed by the bank for confirmation.

8.FAQs about SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2024

Q1. Can final-year students apply?
Yes, final-year students can apply but must provide proof of graduation by December 31, 2024.

Q2. Is there a negative marking in the exams?
Yes, there is a penalty of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer in both Preliminary and Main Examinations.

Q3. Can I apply for multiple states?
No, candidates can apply for vacancies in only one State/UT.

Q4. Are there reservations for PwBD candidates?
Yes, 4% horizontal reservation is provided for PwBD candidates as per government norms.

Q5. What is the probation period?
The probation period is 6 months, which may be extended if performance expectations are not met.

Q6. Will there be any weightage for SBI apprentices?
Yes, trained apprentices of SBI will be awarded bonus marks (2.5%) in the Main Examination.

Q7. Can I change my exam center after applying?
No, the exam center selected during the application process cannot be changed later.

Q8. How will I receive my call letter?
Call letters for the exams will be available for download from the SBI website 10 days before the exam.

Q9. What is the starting salary?
The basic pay starts at ₹26,730, with a total monthly emolument of around ₹46,000 at metro locations.

Q10. How can I track updates?
Candidates are advised to regularly check the SBI Careers Portal for announcements and updates.

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