SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria Unveiled
The pathway to becoming a Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the Clerical Cadre at the State Bank of India is defined by specific eligibility criteria. Potential candidates must adhere to the following conditions to apply for the coveted Clerical post:
- Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years (as of 01.04.2023)
- Candidates must be born between 02.04.1995 and 01.04.2003 (both days inclusive).
- Age relaxations apply as per government rules.
- Age Relaxation:
Category Age Relaxation SC/ ST 5 years Other Backward Classes (OBC) 3 years PwBD (Gen/ EWS) 10 years PwBD (SC/ ST) 15 years PwBD (OBC) 13 years Ex-Servicemen/ Disabled Ex-Servicemen Actual period of service rendered in defense services + 3 years, (8 years for Disabled Ex Servicemen belonging to SC/ST), subject to max. age of 50 years Widows, Divorced women, and women judicially separated from their husbands & who are not remarried 7 years (subject to maximum age limit of 35 years for General/ EWS, 38 years for OBC & 40 years for SC/ST candidates) Trained Apprentices of SBI SC/ST – 6 years, OBC – 4 years, GEN/ EWS – 1 year, PwBD (SC/ST) – 16 years, PwBD (OBC) – 14 years, PwBD (Gen/EWS) – 11 years - Educational Qualification:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
- Candidates in the final year/semester of their graduation can apply provisionally, provided they produce proof of passing the graduation examination on or before 31.12.2023.
Note: The date of passing the eligibility examination is the date on the mark sheet/certificate or provisional certificate issued by the University/Institute.
(b) Matriculate Ex-servicemen: Those who have obtained the Indian Army Special Certificate of Education or corresponding certificates in the Navy or Air Force after completing not less than 15 years of service in the Armed Forces of the Union are also eligible. Such certificates should be dated on or before 31.12.2023.
As you contemplate your journey to join SBI, ensure you meet these eligibility standards. Best of luck with your application!