State Bank of India Recruiting Junior Associates: The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced the recruitment process for Junior Associates (Customer Support and Sales) specifically for the Ladakh Union Territory (UT), including Leh and Kargil Valley under the Chandigarh Circle. Interested candidates can register online between December 7, 2024, and December 27, 2024, through the official website sbi.co.in.
Recruitment Overview
The preliminary examination is scheduled for January 2025, while the main examination is expected to take place in February 2025. Applicants must be proficient in a specified opted local language—Urdu, Ladakhi, or Bhoti (Bodhi)—and should demonstrate reading, writing, speaking, and understanding abilities in the language.
Candidates will be assessed through a preliminary exam, main exam, and a language proficiency test. The local language test will follow the main examination but will occur before the final appointment. Those who fail this test will not be considered for the position unless they can produce Class 10 or 12 certificates proving language proficiency.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet specific age and educational requirements.
- Age Limit: Applicants should be aged 20 to 28 years as of April 1, 2024. Birthdates should fall between April 2, 1996, and April 1, 2004 (both dates inclusive).
- Language Proficiency: Knowledge of the specified local languages is mandatory.
- Examination Stages: Successful completion of the preliminary and main exams, followed by the language test, is required.
Application Process
To apply for the Junior Associate positions:
- Visit the SBI website at sbi.co.in.
- Select the “Recruitment of Junior Associates” link.
- Complete the online registration to generate login credentials.
- Fill in the application form and upload required documents, including a handwritten declaration, signature, left thumb impression, and a photograph.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Save a copy of the submitted form for reference.
The deadline for fee payment is December 27, 2024.
Important Note
SBI emphasizes the importance of language skills in serving the Ladakh UT regions effectively. Candidates with local language proficiency demonstrated through academic certificates may be exempt from the language test. This recruitment aims to enhance customer service in areas where specific linguistic skills are essential.
For detailed information, visit SBI’s official recruitment page.
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