SBI SO Recruitment 2024 (Advt No.2024-25/11) For 4 Posts

State Bank of India (SBI) has released a notification (Advertisement No: CRPD/ SCO/ 2024-25/ 11) for the recruitment of Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) on a regular basis. The recruitment is specifically for 04 vacancies of Specialist Cadre Officers, with the position of Deputy Manager (Marketing – Financial Institutions) stationed in Mumbai. However, the place of posting is indicative only, and candidates selected may be posted anywhere in India at the discretion of the Bank. Applications can be submitted online from July 3, 2024, to July 24, 2024. This guide provides comprehensive details about SBI SO Recruitment 2024 (Advt No.2024-25/11), covering the selection process, age limits, educational requirements, fees, interview dates, and more.

Overview of SBI SO Recruitment 2024

Educational Qualifications

Details of Educational Qualification/ Certification/ Work Experience/ Specific Skills Required (As on 01-04-2024):

Age Limits

As stated in the SBI SCO Notification 2024, the age requirements as of 01-04-2024 for the positions of Deputy Manager (Marketing – Financial Institutions) are detailed below:

Note:-

• The benefit of reservation/ relaxation under reserved categories (i.e., SC, ST, OBC) including the PwBD category can be availed only upon the production of a valid caste certificate issued by the competent authority in the format prescribed by the Government of India.

Application Fee

Selection Process

• Shortlisting: Mere fulfillment of the minimum qualification and experience does not entitle candidates to be called for an interview. The shortlisting committee constituted by the Bank will determine the shortlisting parameters, and thereafter, an adequate number of candidates, as decided by the Bank, will be shortlisted for the interview. The Bank’s decision to call candidates for the interview shall be final. No correspondence will be entertained in this regard.
• Interview: The interview will carry 100 marks. The qualifying marks for the interview will be determined by the Bank. No correspondence will be entertained in this regard.
• Merit List: The merit list for selection will be prepared in descending order based on the scores obtained in the interview only. In case multiple candidates score the cut-off marks (common marks at the cut-off point), such candidates will be ranked according to their age in descending order in the merit list.

Vacancy Details

This notification reveals that the State Bank of India has announced 4 vacancies for Specialist Cadre Officers, specifically for the position of Deputy Manager (Marketing – Financial Institutions). Further details on these vacancies are provided below.

Salary Structure

How to Apply

• Registration: Candidates must register online via the SBI recruitment website and pay the application fee using Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, etc.
• Document Upload: Before proceeding, candidates should scan their latest photograph and signature. The online application will only be registered after uploading the photo and signature as per the specified guidelines on the registration page (under ‘How to Upload Document’).
• Application Form Completion: Fill in all required details in the application form carefully. Once completed, submit the application. If unable to finish in one session, save the entered information. The system will generate a provisional registration number and password upon saving, which should be noted down. The saved application can be edited up to three times using the registration number and password.
• Online Fee Payment: After finalizing the application, proceed to make the online fee payment.
• Print Application: After successful registration, candidates should print the system-generated online application form for their records.
• Category Change: No change in the candidate’s category is permitted after the registration of the online application.

Application Fees and Payment Process:

• Application Fees and Charges:
  • ₹750/- for General/EWS/OBC candidates (non-refundable).
  • No fees for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
• Fee Payment Process:
  • Ensure the correctness of application details before paying fees.
  • Pay through the payment gateway integrated with the application.
  • No changes to the application are allowed after payment.
• Payment Methods:
  • Online payment via Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking.
  • Transaction charges for online payment are borne by the candidates.
• Confirmation:
  • On successful transaction, an e-receipt and application form with the submission date will be generated.
  • Print and retain the e-receipt and application form.
• Payment Issues:
  • If payment is not successful on the first attempt, make fresh attempts.
• Reprinting:
  • A provision to reprint the e-receipt and application form is available.
• Refund Policy:
  • Application fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted for future exams or selections.

Required Documents

The following documents are mandatory for online application submission:

Details of Document to be uploaded:

• Recent Photograph
• Signature
• Brief Resume (PDF)
• ID Proof (PDF)
• Proof of Date of Birth (PDF)
• PwBD Certification (if applicable) (PDF)
• Educational Certificates: Relevant Mark-Sheets/Degree Certificate (PDF)
• Certificates for Other Qualifications (PDF)
• Experience Certificates (PDF)
• Form-16/Offer Letter/Latest Salary Slip from Current Employer (PDF)
• No Objection Certificate (if applicable) (PDF)

Photograph file type/ size:

• Dimensions: 200 x 230 pixels (preferred).
• File Size: Should be between 20 KB and 50 KB.
• The photo file should be JPG or JPEG format.
• Make sure that the picture is in colour, taken against a lightcoloured, preferably white, background.
• Look straight at the camera with a relaxed face
• If the picture is taken on a sunny day, have the sun behind you, or place yourself in the shade, so that you are not squinting and there are no harsh shadows
• If you have to use flash, ensure there’s no “red-eye”
• Glasses: If you wear glasses, make sure there are no reflections and your eyes are clearly visible.
• Headwear: Caps, hats, and dark glasses are not acceptable. Religious headwear is allowed but must not cover your face.

Signature file type/ size:

• Dimensions: 140 x 60 pixels (preferred).
• File Size: Should be between 10 KB and 20 KB.
• Ink and Paper: The applicant has to sign on white paper with a black ink pen.
• Personal Signature: The signature must be signed only by the applicant and not by any other person.
• Signature in CAPITAL LETTERS shall NOT be accepted

Document file type/ size:

• All Documents must be in PDF (except Photograph & Signature)
• Page size of the document to be A4
• Size of the file should not be exceeding 500 kb.