SBI Clerk Exam Pattern
The SBI Clerk (Junior Associate – Customer Support & Sales) recruitment process involves two phases: Preliminary Examination and Main Examination, followed by a Local Language Test (if applicable).
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination
- The preliminary exam is an online objective test for 100 marks with a 1-hour duration.
- It consists of 3 sections:
| SL | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| 2. | Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| 3. | Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour |
Phase-II: Main Examination
- The main exam is an online objective test with 190 questions for 200 marks, conducted over 2 hours 40 minutes.
- It consists of 4 sections:
| SL | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | General/ Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 Minutes |
| 2. | General English | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| 3. | Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 Minutes |
| 4. | Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 2 Hours 40 Minutes |
Local Language Test
- Candidates who qualify for selection must provide proof of studying the specified opted local language in 10th or 12th standard (via mark sheet/certificate).
- Candidates without proof will need to appear for a language proficiency test after provisional selection and before joining.
Notes
- Detailed exam instructions and guidelines will be provided in the ‘Acquaint Yourself’ booklet, which candidates will receive along with the call letter.
- Both the Preliminary and Main Examinations are conducted online.
