State Bank of India (SBI) has announced a major recruitment drive for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in its clerical cadre, offering a special quota and benefits for Ex-Servicemen (XS) and Disabled Ex-Servicemen (DXS).
Key Dates
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Online Application Start Date: 06 August 2025
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Last Date to Apply Online: 26 August 2025
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Preliminary Exam (Tentative): September 2025
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Main Exam (Tentative): November 2025
Total Vacancies
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Overall: 5,180 posts across India
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Reservation for Ex-Servicemen:
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10% for Ex-Servicemen (XS)
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4.5% for Disabled Ex-Servicemen & Dependents of Servicemen killed in action (DXS)
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Total 14.5% of vacancies reserved
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Special Benefits for Ex-Servicemen
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Age Relaxation:
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Actual service period in Defence Forces + 3 years (up to a maximum age of 50 years)
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8 years relaxation for Disabled Ex-Servicemen belonging to SC/ST
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Educational Eligibility:
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Graduation in any discipline (by 31 December 2025)
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Matriculate Ex-Servicemen with Indian Army Special Certificate of Education (or equivalent in Navy/Air Force) and at least 15 years of service are also eligible.
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Selection Process
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Preliminary Exam – Objective test (100 marks, 1 hour)
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Main Exam – Objective test (200 marks, 2 hours 40 minutes)
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Local Language Proficiency Test – Exempted if studied in 10th/12th standard.
Pay & Benefits
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Starting Basic Pay: ₹26,730/- per month (inclusive of 2 increments for graduates)
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Total Emoluments at Metro Cities: Around ₹46,000/- per month
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Additional perks: PF, pension, medical benefits, leave travel concession, and allowances as per SBI norms.
Application Process
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Visit SBI’s official website:
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Register online and upload required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, declaration).
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No application fee for SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS candidates.
Why Ex-Servicemen Should Apply
This recruitment is a golden opportunity for defence veterans looking for a stable banking career. With relaxed age limits, reduced eligibility barriers, and reservation benefits, it provides a smooth transition from defence services to a respected civilian job.
Official Notification: SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2025 PDF
