SBI Recruits 13,455 Junior Associates to Strengthen Customer Service Nationwide
Massive Recruitment Drive Across 35 States and Union Territories
New Delhi – The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced the recruitment of 13,455 junior associates to enhance customer service across its branches nationwide. This large-scale hiring is part of SBI’s effort to boost operational efficiency and improve the overall customer experience at the branch level.
The recruitment was conducted to fill vacancies across 35 states and Union Territories, making it one of the largest hiring initiatives in India’s banking sector.
Selection Process Held Over Multiple Phases
According to SBI’s official statement, the selection process began with preliminary examinations held in February and March 2025, followed by main examinations in April 2025. After a comprehensive and transparent evaluation process, a total of 13,455 candidates have been selected for appointment as junior associates.
Total Recruitment Crosses 18,000 Across Categories
State Bank of India Chairman C S Setty shared further details about the recruitment strategy, stating that the bank’s total hiring for the year is around 18,000 employees. This includes:
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13,500 clerical staff (junior associates)
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3,000 probationary officers and local-based officers
Setty emphasized that this new wave of recruitment will play a key role in strengthening SBI’s human resource capabilities, especially as the banking sector continues to evolve in terms of technology and customer needs.
Focus on Skill Development and Talent Nurturing
“As we onboard this new talent pool, we further aim to strengthen our human resource capabilities by implementing structured skill development programmes aligned with evolving functional and technological requirements,” said Setty.
This reflects SBI’s commitment not just to hiring, but also to training and upskilling its workforce to meet the demands of a fast-changing financial landscape.
SBI Remains India’s Leading Banking Employer
With this new hiring round, SBI’s workforce now exceeds 2.36 lakh (236,000) employees, reinforcing its position as India’s largest banking employer. The bank remains dedicated to creating meaningful employment opportunities and nurturing the next generation of banking professionals.
