HOW TO APPLY

Candidates can apply online only from 07.02.2017 to 06.03.2017 and no other mode of application will be accepted.

(a) GUIDELINES FOR FILLING ONLINE APPLICATION: Candidates will be required to register themselves online through Bank's website www.sbi.co.in/careers or

www.statebankofindia.com/careers. After registration candidates are required to pay the requisite application fee through online mode by using debit card/ credit card/Internet Banking. Helpdesk: In case of any problem in filling up the form, payment of fee/intimation charges or receipt of

Admission/call letter, queries may be made at telephone no. 022-22820427 (between 11:00 AM to 06:00 PM on working days) or lodge his/her query on http://cgrs.ibps.in. Candidates are advised to not to forget to mention 'Recruitment of Probationary Officers in State Bank of India-2017' in the subject of the email.

Pre-requisites for Applying Online : Candidates should have valid email ID which should be kept active till the declaration of results. It will help him/her in getting call letter/interview advices etc. by email.

(b) FEE DETAILS:

Bank may arrange pre-examination training at certain centres for SC/ST/Religious Minority Community candidates in consonance with the guidelines issued by Government of India. Candidates belonging to the above categories who desire to avail themselves of such training at their own cost may indicate to that effect against relevant column while applying on-line. An indicative list of training centres is given below :

Agartala, Agra, Ahmedabad, Aizwal, Akola, Allahabad, Asansol, Aurangabad, Bareilly, Bhubaneswar, Berhampur (Ganjam), Bhopal, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Coimbatore, Dehradun, Dibrugarh, Ernakulam, Gangtok, Gorakhpur, Gulbarga, Guwahati, Hubli, Hyderabad, Imphal, Indore, Itanagar, Jabalpur, Jaipur, Kanpur, Kohima, Kolkata, Lucknow, Madurai, Meerut, Mumbai, Mysore, Nagpur, NewDelhi, Panaji (Goa), Patna, Port Blair, Purnea, Pune, Raipur, Ranchi, Sambalpur, Silchar, Siliguri, Shillong, Srinagar, Tirupati, Vadodara, Varanasi, Vishakhapatnam, Vijayawada

The Bank may add additional centres or may delete some of the centres indicated for training. Candidates opting for pre-examination training should download their call letter for training by entering their registration number and password/ date of birth from 07.04.2017 onwards from Bank's website. No hard copy of the call letter will be sent by post.

PAYMENT OF FEES : [ONLINE MODE ONLY] :

i. Candidates should first scan their photograph and signature as detailed under guidelines for scanning the photograph and signature.

ii. Candidates to visit Bank's website www.statebankofindia.com/careers or www.sbi.co.in/careers and open the appropriate Online Application Format, available in the current openings.

iii. Fill the application carefully. Once the application is filled in completely, candidates should submit the data. In the event of candidates not being able to fill the data in one go, they can save the data already entered. When the data is saved, a provisional registration number and password will be generated by the system and displayed on the screen. Candidates should note down the registration number and password. They can reopen
the saved data using registration number and password and edit the particulars, if needed. This facility will be available three times only. Once the application is filled in completely, candidates should submit the
data. No change /edit will be allowed thereafter. The registration at this stage is provisional.

iv. After ensuring the correctness of the particulars of the application form, candidates are required to pay fees through the payment gateway integrated with the application, following the instructions available on the
screen.

v. The payment can be made by using debit card/ credit card/ Internet Banking by providing information as asked on the screen. Transaction charges for online payment, if any, will be borne by the candidates.

vi. On successful completion of the transaction, e-receipt and application form will be generated; which may be printed for record. The printout of the application form is not to be sent to the Bank.

vii. If the online transaction is not successfully completed, please register again and make payment online.

viii. There is also a provision to reprint the e-Receipt and Application form containing fee details, at later stage.

(c) GUIDELINES FOR SCANNING THE PHOTOGRAPH & SIGNATURE

Before applying online a candidate will be required to have a scanned (digital) image of his/her photograph and signature as per the specifications given in Annexure-II. Online application will not be registered unless candidates upload photo and signature as specified.

Note:

a. In case the face in the photograph or signature is unclear, the candidate's application may be rejected.

b.In case the photograph or signature is unclear, the candidate may edit his application and re-upload his photograph or signature.

Guidelines for scanning and Upload of Photograph (4.5cm 3.5cm) & Signature

Before applying online a candidate will be required to have a scanned (digital) image of his/her photograph and signature as per the specifications given below.

Photograph Image:

-Photograph must be a recent passport style colour picture.

-Make sure that the picture is in colour, taken against a light-coloured, preferably white, background.

-Look straight at the camera with a relaxed face

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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

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If you have to use flash, ensure there's no "red-eye"

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If you wear glasses make sure that there are no reflections and your eyes can be clearly seen.

-Caps, hats and dark glasses are not acceptable. Religious headwear is allowed but it must not cover your face.

-Dimensions 200 x 230 pixels (preferred)

-Size of file should be between 20kb50 kb

-Ensure that the size of the scanned image is not more than 50kb. If the size of the file is more than 50 kb, then adjust the settings of the scanner such as the DPI resolution, no. of colours etc., during the process of scanning.

Signature Image:

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The applicant has to sign on white paper with Black Ink pen.

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The signature must be signed only by the applicant and not by any other person.

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The signature will be used to put on the Call Letter and wherever necessary.

-If the Applicant's signature on the answer script, at the time of the examination, does not match the signature on the Call Letter, the applicant will be disqualified.

-Dimensions 140 x 60 pixels (preferred)

-Size of file should be between 10kb 20kb

-Ensure that the size of the scanned image is not more than 20kb

-Signature in CAPITAL LETTERS shall NOT be accepted. Scanning the photograph & signature :

-Set the scanner resolution to a minimum of 200 dpi (dots per inch)

-Set Color to True Color

-File Size as specified above

-Crop the image in the scanner to the edge of the photograph/signature, then use the upload editor to crop the image to the final size (as specified above).

-The image file should be JPG or JPEG format. An example file name is : image01.jpg or image01.jpeg Image dimensions can be checked by listing the folder files or moving the mouse over the file image icon.

-Candidates using MS Windows/MSOffice can easily obtain photo and signature in .jpeg format not exceeding 50kb & 20kb respectively by using MS Paint or MSOffice Picture Manager. Scanned photograph and signature in any format can be saved in .jpg format by using 'Save As' option in the File menu and size can be reduced below 50 kb (photograph) & 20 kb(signature) by using crop and then resize option (Please see point (i) & (ii) above for the pixel size) in the 'Image' menu. Similar options are available in other photo editor also.

-If the file size and format are not as prescribed, an error message will be displayed.

-While filling in the Online Application Form the candidate will be provided with a link to upload his/her photograph and signature.

Procedure for Uploading the Photograph and Signature

-There will be two separate links for uploading Photograph and Signature

-Click on the respective link Upload Photograph / Signature

-Browse and Select the location where the Scanned Photograph / Signature file has been saved.

-Select the file by clicking on it

-Click the 'Open/Upload' button

Your Online Application will not be registered unless you upload your photograph and signature as specified.

Note:

(1)

In case the face in the photograph or signature is unclear the candidate's application may be rejected. After uploading the photograph/ signature in the online application form candidates should check that the images are clear and have been uploaded correctly. In case the photograph or signature is not prominently visible, the candidate may edit his/ her application and re-upload his/ her photograph or signature, prior to submitting the form.

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After registering online candidates are advised to take a printout of their system generated online application forms.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

i) Candidates are advised to take a printout of their system generated online application form after submitting the application.

ii) Candidates should satisfy themselves about their eligibility for the post applied for. The Bank would admit to the test all the candidates applying for the posts with the requisite fee on the basis of the information furnished in the online application and shall determine their eligibility only at the time of interview.

iii) Candidates are advised in their own interest to apply online much before the closing date and not to wait till the last date to avoid the possibility of disconnection / inability / failure to log on to the website on account of heavy load on internet or website jam.

iv) SBI does not assume any responsibility for the candidates not being able to submit their applications within the last date on account of aforesaid reasons or for any other reason beyond the control of SBI.

v) Not more than one application should be submitted by a candidate. In case of multiple applications, only the last valid (completed) application will be retained and the application fee / intimation charges paid for the other registrations will stand forfeited. Multiple attendance/ appearance by a candidate in examination and / or Group Exercises and interview will be summarily rejected/ candidature cancelled.

vi) The possibility for occurrence of some problems in the administration of the examination cannot be ruled out completely, which may impact test delivery and/ or result from being generated. In that event, every effort will be made to rectify such problem, which may include the conduct of another examination if considered necessary.

vii) Candidates serving in Govt./Quasi Govt. offices, Public Sector undertakings including Nationalised Banks and Financial Institutions are advised to submit 'No Objection Certificate' from their employer at the time of interview, failing which their candidature may not be considered and travelling expenses, if any, otherwise admissible, will not be paid.

viii) In case of selection, candidates will be required to produce proper discharge certificate from the employer at the time of taking up the appointment.

ix) Caste certificate issued by Competent Authority on format prescribed by the Government of India will have to be submitted by the SC/ST candidates, if called for interview.

x) A declaration will have to be submitted in the prescribed format by candidates seeking reservation under OBC category stating that he/she does not belong to the creamy layer as on 06.03.2017. OBC certificate containing the 'Non-creamy layer' clause, issued during the period 01.04.2017 to the date of interview, should be submitted by such candidates, if called for interview.

xi) Candidates are advised to keep their e-mail ID alive for receiving advices, viz. call letters/ Interview advices etc.

xii) Appointment of selected candidates is subject to his /her being declared medically fit as per the requirement of the Bank.

xiii) Any legal proceedings in respect of any matter of claim or dispute arising out of this advertisement and/or an application in response thereto can be instituted only in Mumbai and courts/tribunals/ forums at Mumbai only shall have sole and exclusive jurisdiction to try any cause/dispute.

xiv) Candidates with record of default in repayment of loans/credit card dues and/or against whose name adverse report of CIBIL or other external agencies are available are not eligible for appointment.

xv) Candidates against whom there is/are adverse report regarding character & antecedents, moral turpitude are not eligible to apply for the post.

ELIGIBLITY CRITERIA :

Applications are invited from eligible Indian Citizens for appointment as Probationary Officers (POs) in State Bank of India. Candidates selected are liable to be posted anywhere in India.

Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University or any equivalent qualification recognised as such by the Central Government. Those who are in the Final year/Semester of their Graduation may also apply provisionally subject to the condition that, if called for interview, they will have to produce proof of having passed the graduation examination on or before 01.07.2017. Candidates having integrated dual degree (IDD) certificate should ensure that the date of passing the IDD is on or before 01.07.2017. Candidates possessing qualification of Chartered Accountant may also apply.

Note :

(1) The date of passing eligibility examination will be the date appearing on the marksheet or provisional certificate issued by the University / Institute. In case the result of a particular examination is posted on the website of the University / Institute, a certificate issued by the appropriate authority of the University / Institute indicating the date on which the result was posted on the website will be taken as the date of passing.

(2) Candidate should indicate the percentage obtained in Graduation calculated to the nearest two decimals in the online application. Where CGPA / OGPA is awarded, the same should be converted into percentage and indicated in online application. If called for interview, the candidate will have to produce a certificate issued by the appropriate authority inter alia stating that the norms of the University regarding conversion of grade into percentage and the percentage of marks scored by the candidate in terms of norms.

(3) Calculation of Percentage: The percentage marks shall be arrived at by dividing the total marks obtained by the candidate in all the subjects in all semester(s)/year(s) by aggregate maximum marks in all the subjects irrespective of honours / optional / additional optional subject, if any. This will be applicable for those Universities also where Class / Grade is decided on basis of Honours marks only. The fraction of percentage so arrived will be ignored i.e. 59.99% will be treated as less than 60% and 54.99% will be treated as less than 55%.

Number of chances:

EXAMINATION CENTERS (Tentative List)

MODE OF SELECTION:

RESERVATION FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITY (PWD) :

Vacancies are reserved for Disabled (Physically Challenged) Persons under Section 33 of the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995 (1 of 1996) as per government guidelines. Candidates with following disabilities are eligible to apply as per the definitions given in the above act: : a) Orthopedically Handicapped, b) Visual Impaired, c) Hearing Impaired.

A person (OH/VI/HI) who suffer from not less than 40% of relevant disability and wants to avail the benefit of reservation will have to submit a Disability Certificate issued by Medical Board duly constituted by Central or State Government. The certificate should be dated on or before last date of registration of application.

a) Orthopedically Handicapped (OH) :

Only those OH candidates who have locomotor disability or cerebral palsy with locomotor impairment of minimum 40% and only those who fall in the following categories of the disabled are eligible to apply for the post

OA -One arm affected (Right or Left); OL -One leg affected (Right or Left), OAL -One arm & One Leg affected; BL -Both legs affected but not arms,

b) Visually Impaired (VI):

Blindness : Only those Visually Impaired (VI) persons who suffer from any one of the following conditions are eligible to apply. i) Total absence of sight. ii) Visual acuity not exceeding 6/60 or 20/200 (Snellen) in the better eye with correcting lenses. iii) Limitation of the field of vision subtending an angle of 20 degrees or worse.

Low Vision : Candidates having low vision as defined in Chapter I, Para 2 (u) of the Persons with Disabilities (Equal opportunities, protections of rights and full participation) Act 1995.

c) Hearing Impaired:

The deaf are those persons in whom the sense of hearing is non- functional for ordinary purposes of life i.e. total loss of hearing in both ears. They do not hear, understand sounds at all even with amplified speech. Hearing impairment means loss of sixty decibels or more in the better ear in the conversational range of frequencies.

Use of Scribe & compensatory time:

The facility of scribe would be allowed to a person who has disability of 40% or more if so desired by the person and is meant for only those persons with disability who have physical limitation to write including that of speed. In all such cases where a scribe is used, the following rules will apply :

• Candidates eligible for and who wish to use the services of scribe in the examination should carefully indicate the same in the online application form.

• Both the candidate as well as the scribe will have to give a suitable undertaking in the prescribed format with passport size photograph of the scribe at the time of online examination

• Such candidates who are eligible to use a scribe shall be eligible for compensatory time of 20 minutes for every hour of the examination whether availing the facility of scribe or not.

• The candidate will have to arrange his/her own scribe at his/her own cost.

• The scribe will be allowed to be used as per the guidelines issued vide Office Memorandum F.No.16110/2003-DDIII dated February 26, 2013 of Government of India, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Department of Disability Affairs, New Delhi and clarification issued by Government of India, Ministry of Financial, Deptt. of Financial Services vide letter No. F.No.3/2/2013-Welfare dated 26.04.2013.

CATEGORY

Instructions for writing Category Name and Category Code no. while applying online.

Candidates belonging to OBC category but coming in the 'CREAMY LAYER', are not entitled to OBC reservation and age relaxation. They should indicate their category as 'GEN' or 'GEN (OH)' or 'GEN (VI)' or GEN (HI) (as applicable).

Various category names and their code numbers are given below. PLEASE NOTE THAT CHANGE OF CATEGORY WILL NOT BE PERMITTED AT ANY STAGE AFTER REGISTRATION OF ONLINE APPLICATION.

SBI plans to offer, subject to necessary approvals, a SMART Compensation Package which would enable candidates a choice to monetize specific elements of the salary package.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

CALL LETTERS FOR EXAMINATION:

The candidates should download their call letter and an acquaint yourself booklet by entering their registration number and password / date of birth from the Bank's website. NO HARD COPY OF THE CALL LETTER / ACQUAINTYOURSELF BOOKLET WILLBE SENTBY POST.

• Organization : State Bank Of India
• Organization City, State : mumbai, maharashtra
• Organization Website : www.statebankofindia.com; www.sbi.co.in