SBI CLERK 2016 FAQs

May 18th, 2016 - Wednesday

SBI CLERK 2016 FAQs

SBI CLERK 2016 FAQs

SBI Clerk 2016 Exam is one of the greatest opportunities for aspiring candidates to make a very strong career in banking line which not only offers handsome pay scale but is full of other benefits and allowances. All the aspiring candidates are very much looking forward for the SBI Clerk 2016 Exam for which preliminary exam is going to be conducted on May 22, 2016. It is mandatory to qualify in SBI Clerk Exam 2016 to enter into clerical field of SBI Bank.

Call Letters or, Admit Cards for the SBI Preliminary Clerk Exam 2016 has been released for candidates. It is a must thing to carry it along with your identity proof to give SBI Clerk Exam 2016.

There are a lot of common queries about SBI Clerk Exam 2016 by numerous candidates that have been compiled in the form of Frequently Asked Questions on SBI Clerk Exam 2016 here so that it assists you in getting through this exam with flying colors.

Is there any published detailed advertisement for SBI Clerk 2016 Examination?

Yes, SBI publishes a very detailed advertisement or, notifications for its each and every examination that is conducted to fill various vacancies and posts. The detailed advertisement about SBI Clerk 2016 Exam has also been published and candidates are suggested to go through the same before taking further step forward.

Here is the link to download SBI Clerk Exam 2016 Advertisement in English: https://www.sbi.co.in/portal/documents/44978/143453/Final+Advt+Clerical+05-04-2016-17.pdf/c77e79a7-b0ad-49a2-9b42-bf4ec584412c

Here is the link to download SBI Clerk Exam 2016 Advertisement in Hindi: https://www.sbi.co.in/portal/documents/44978/143453/Junior-Associates-Clerical-Cadre-hindi%28Final%29+06.04.16.pdf/fdfbe19a-c744-4bdb-a42c-0535a6c89246

How many vacancies are to be filled under SBI Clerk 2016 Exam?

Applications are invited for the two major posts in clerical department of State Bank of India which are:

Junior Agricultural Associates
Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)

Both the posts have numerous vacancies that need to be filled in various categories such as General, SC, ST, OBC, Ex-serviceman, etc. A complete vacancies summary is known through the first two pages in the given link: https://www.sbi.co.in/portal/documents/44978/143453/Final+Advt+Clerical+05-04-2016-17.pdf/c77e79a7-b0ad-49a2-9b42-bf4ec584412c

What are the essential academic qualifications required for SBI Clerk 2016 Exam?

SBI does cross check eligibility qualifications criteria for every applicant and in case, one is falling to meet this criterion is disqualified from it. Here is the essential academic qualification as on 30^th June, 2016 criterion for 2016 SBI Clerk Exam:

For the post of Junior Agricultural Associates, Graduation in Agriculture or relevant Agriculture allied activities from a government recognized university/Institute is preferred.
For the post of Junior Associates, Graduation or any equivalent qualification in any discipline from a recognized University or by the Central Government is preferred.
Those who are in the final year or waiting for their final year result can also give SBI Clerk Exam 2016 on the condition that at the time of Interview they have to show passing certificate as on 30^th June, 2016.

What is the age criterion for the SBI Clerk Exam 2016?

The age Limit for SBI Clerk Exam 2016 is 20 to 28 years as on 1^st April, 2016 which mean that candidate must have born not earlier than 02.04.1988 and not later than 01.04.1996 (both days inclusive).

Is there any age relaxation for the reserved class candidates?

Yes, age relaxation is allowed for various reserved categories in the SBI Clerk Examination.

The table below on age relaxation for SBI Clerk Exam 2016 given is to help you know better about it.

S. No.	Category	Age Relaxation
1	SC / ST	5 years
2	OBC/ Other Backward Classes	3 Years
3	PWD (Gen)	10 years
4	PWD (SC /ST)	15 Years
5	PWD (OBC)	13 Years
6	Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-Servicemen	The actual period of service rendered in defence services + 3 years, (8 years for Disabled ExServicemen belonging to SC/ST) subject to max. age of 50 years
7	Persons domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir State during the period from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989	5 Years
8	Widows, Divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands & who are not remarried	For general Category: 9 years (subject to maximum age limit of 35 years 38 years for OBC 40 years for SC/ST candidates

What are the important dates of SBI Clerk 2016 Exam?

The important dates of SBI clerk exam 2016 are mentioned in the given table to assist you better for this exam.

Events/ Activity to be held by SBI	Dates
Online registration through official website	5^th April, 2016 to 28^th April, 2016
Pre-Exam training	5^th May, 2016
Download Preliminary Examination Hall ticket	11^th May, 2016
SBI Clerk Preliminary Examination 2016	22^nd May, 2016 till 6^th June, 2016
Download Main Examination Hall ticket	17^th June, 2016
SBI Clerk Main Examination 2016	30^th June, 2016
Interview and Language Test	In the month of July* The exact date of this exam is yet to be announced by SBI
Final Result of SBI Clerk Main Examination 2016	In the month of September* The exact date of this exam is yet to be announced by SBI

What is the application/Registration fee for SBI Clerk Exam 2016?

Here is the table about application/registration fee for the SBI Clerk Exam 2016 for your knowledge:

	Fees Amount
General and OBC category Candidates	Rs. 600
SC/ST/other category candidates	Rs. 100

How can I deposit application/Registration fee for SBI Clerk Exam 2016?

Or,

How can I register myself for the SBI Clerk Exam 2016?

Fees for the SBI Clerk Exam 2016 can be deposited only via online mode through its official website. Here is the complete series of steps that need to be followed to register for the exam as well as to pay fee online.

Go to the “careers with us” option available at the official website of SBI at: https://www.sbi.co.in/careers/
Find advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2016-17/01 on the right hand side under latest announcements, then select Apply Online.
Click on the “Click here for new registration” option given on the page.
You are required to fill all demanded details very carefully, correctly and completely. Upload your recent picture and signature online.
Pay SBI Clerk Exam 2016 fee online through any of the given options such as Credit Card, Debit Card, and Internet Banking.
After this, you will receive a registration number and password for all the future communications. Keep it safe along with the print of your filled application.

What is the selection process of SBI Clerk Exam 2016?

The Selection Process for SBI Clerk Exam 2016 has three important levels that an aspiring candidate must qualify to finally get joining letter for the Clerical position in the bank.

The SBI Clerk selection process for the exam 2016 shall be strictly followed by the bank to select proficient candidates to fill in various available clerical positions. The detailed table is given below for your complete knowledge on the selection process for the exam 2016:

Level	Level Name	Mode of Level	Questions asked	Time Allotted	Total Sections in this Level
Level 1	SBI Clerk Preliminary Exam	Online	100	60 Minutes	3
Level 2	SBI Main Exam	Online	200	2 Hours and 40 Minutes	4
Level 3	Interview	Face to face	There is no fixed questionnaire or, number of questions set for this round as it is face to face round.	No fixed time allotted.	No Fixed Sections in this Level.

What is the Exam pattern for SBI Clerk 2016 examination?

The given below tables are for your clarification on the Exam pattern for SBI Clerk 2016 examination.

SBI Clerk Preliminary Exam Pattern
Sections asked	Total Marks allotted	Total Questions asked	Marking Scheme	Sectional Cut off
English Test	30	30	Yes, Negative marking is applicable. 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer.	Yes
Reasoning	35	35
Numerical Ability	35	35

SBI Clerk Main Exam Pattern
Sections asked	Total Marks allotted	Total Questions asked	Marking Scheme	Sectional Cut off
General English	40	40	Yes, Negative marking is applicable. 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer.	Yes
Quantitative Aptitude	50	50
Financial or, General Awareness	50	50
Reasoning and Computer Aptitude	50	60

How can I download my SBI Clerk 2016 Exam preliminary admit card/ Hall Ticket/call letter?

You must follow the given below link from the official website to download call letter/hall ticket/admit card.

Link: http://ibps.sifyitest.com/sbijacmar16/clpoea_may16/login.php?appid=a1846f5a56d8ce7a3067b3ba876ab3e2#

After clicking on the link, you will get a login page, enter the

Registration No. & Password (Both Received at the time of registration for SBI Clerk 2016 exam)

Registration No. (Received at the time of registration for SBI Clerk 2016 exam)& DATE OF BIRTH at the required places to download the Call Letter.

I am unable to login with my credentials?

My screen displays the login failed message?

You need to recheck all the entries on the login screen. You must make sure that mentioned below credentials are correct:

REGISTRATION NO.
PASSWORD
DATE OF BIRTH

It must be ensured that Registration Number and password must be exactly same as provided to you at the time of registration. The same has been e-mailed to you at that time.

The official website of SBI that can be referred for all the updates is: http://www.sbi.co.in/

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