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The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the notification for Clerk Recruitment 2025, opening up a golden opportunity for aspiring candidates in Odisha who dream of working in India’s largest public sector bank. This recruitment is not just a job offer; it’s a gateway to a stable career with attractive pay, job security, and the chance to serve millions of customers across the country.
This guide will walk you through all important details – from eligibility to the selection process – so that applicants from Odisha can confidently prepare and apply.
Organization Name: State Bank of India (SBI)
Type of Job: Banking Sector – Central Government Job
Category:Clerical Cadre – Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)
Name of the Post and Vacancies for Odisha
Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) – The total number of posts will be distributed across various states, including Odisha. The exact state-wise vacancies are available in the official notification.
Application Mode
Online only through SBI’s official website www.sbi.co.in/careers or bank.sbi/careers. No offline applications will be accepted.
Who Can Apply
Indian citizens meeting the educational qualifications, age limit, and other requirements are eligible. Odisha residents can apply for the state quota, provided they meet the local language requirement.
Place of Posting
Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India, but those applying under the Odisha circle will generally be posted in branches across Odisha.
Start and End Date of Application
Online application start date – as per notification schedule
Last date for online application – as per notification schedule
(Exact dates should be checked in the official SBI Clerk 2025 notification.)
Gender Eligibility
Both male and female candidates can apply.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Those in the final year or semester of graduation can also apply, provided they produce proof of passing on or before the date specified by SBI.
Age Limit
Minimum age – 20 years
Maximum age – 28 years
Age relaxation applies for SC, ST, OBC, PWD, Ex-Servicemen, and other categories as per Government of India rules.
Salary
The starting basic pay is Rs. 19,900/- with additional allowances such as DA, HRA, and other benefits. The gross starting salary in most metro cities is around Rs. 26,000/- to Rs. 29,000/- per month, and slightly lower in non-metro areas.
Selection Process
The selection will be carried out in three stages:
Preliminary Examination – An online test with questions on English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. This is qualifying in nature.
Main Examination – An online test covering General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude. Marks from this stage will determine merit.
Language Proficiency Test – Candidates applying for Odisha must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking Odia. This test is mandatory for those who have not studied Odia in school.
Application Fees
For General, OBC, and EWS candidates – Rs. 750/-
For SC, ST, PWD, and Ex-Servicemen – No fee
How to Apply
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Visit the official SBI career website
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Register using your email ID and mobile number
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Fill out the online application form carefully
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Upload scanned copies of photograph and signature
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Pay the application fee online
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Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Conclusion
For Odisha candidates, the SBI Clerk Recruitment 2025 is an excellent chance to secure a government banking job with a respected institution. The role offers a good salary package, career growth opportunities, and the pride of serving in one of the most trusted banks in India. With competition expected to be high, aspirants should start preparing immediately, focusing on speed, accuracy, and thorough knowledge of the Odia language for the local proficiency test.
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