Over 10 lakh aspirants are set to appear for the SBI Clerk Prelims 2025, with admit cards likely out between September 15–20. The exam will fill thousands of Junior Associate vacancies in the country’s largest public sector bank.
New Delhi: The State Bank of India (SBI) is set to conduct the Clerk Prelims 2025 examination later this month, with the admit card expected to be released in mid-September. The exam, which will recruit Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) for clerical posts across the country, is scheduled for September 20, 21, and 27, 2025.
This recruitment drive aims to fill 5,000–6,000 vacancies, offering fresh graduates and job seekers an opportunity to secure a career in India’s largest public sector bank.
Exam Structure and Eligibility
• Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test)
• Sections: English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability
• Total Questions: 100 (100 marks)
• Duration: 60 minutes (20 minutes per section)
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
Eligibility Criteria:
• Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university
• Age: 20–28 years (as per notification, with relaxations for reserved categories)
• Proficiency in the local language of the state/UT applied for
Admit Card Release and Download Process
The admit card is likely to be available on the SBI official careers portal (www.sbi.co.in/web/careers) between September 15–20, 2025. Candidates can download it by:
- Visiting the official SBI careers website
- Clicking on “SBI Clerk Prelims Admit Card 2025” under current openings
- Entering registration number and date of birth
- Verifying the captcha and submitting
- Downloading and printing the admit card
Candidates must carry both the admit card and a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, etc.) to the exam center. No entry will be permitted without these documents.
Key Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date/Details |
|---|---|
| Prelims Admit Card Release | Expected mid-September 2025 (around September 15-20) |
| Prelims Exam Dates | September 20, 21, and 27, 2025 |
| Prelims Result Declaration | Expected October 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | To be announced post-Prelims |
| Total Vacancies | Approximately 5,000-6,000 (Junior Associates) |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Sections in Prelims | English (30Q), Numerical (30Q), Reasoning (30Q) |
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Preparation and Exam Centers
The exam will be conducted across multiple cities in India, with exact center details mentioned on the admit card. Candidates are advised to:
• Practice mock tests to improve speed and accuracy
• Revise key topics such as simplification, data interpretation, puzzles, and reading comprehension
• Stay updated on the official website for any schedule changes
Significance of the Recruitment
The SBI Clerk recruitment is critical to strengthening the bank’s clerical workforce, especially as demand for customer service and digital banking continues to rise. Selected candidates will join as Junior Associates, with a starting basic pay of ₹19,900 plus allowances, along with job stability and career growth opportunities in the public sector.
With over 10 lakh applicants expected, the competition will be intense, making the exam one of the most sought-after in the banking sector.
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Best of luck to all aspirants preparing for SBI Clerk Prelims 2025!
