State Bank of India (SBI) is inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the recruitment of sportspersons in both officers and clerical cadres. The recruitment is for various sports disciplines, as detailed below:

Sports Disciplines:

1. Basketball
2. Cricket
3. Football
4. Hockey
5. Volleyball
6. Kabaddi
7. Table Tennis
8. Badminton

Key Details:

1. Eligibility Criteria:

• Officers (Junior Management Grade Scale I):
  • Education: Graduation in any discipline.
  • Sports Qualification: Represented the country in an International Game within the last 3 years.
  • Age Limit: 21 to 30 years.
• Clerical (Clerical Cadre):
  • Education: Should have represented the State in a National event, District in a State-level event, or University in an Inter-University event with distinction, or as a member of a Combined Universities Team with distinction.
  • Sports Qualification: As detailed above.
  • Age Limit: 20 to 28 years.

2. Important Dates:

• Online Registration: 24.07.2024 to 14.08.2024
• Fee Payment: On or before 14.08.2024

3. Application Process:

• Apply online through the SBI Careers Portal.
• Ensure all details are correctly filled before submission.
• Submit required documents online; no hard copies are needed.

4. Selection Process:

• Shortlisting: Based on sports achievements and eligibility criteria.
• Assessment Test: Evaluates recognized sports achievements, general intelligence, game knowledge, and physical fitness.
• Merit List: Based on the assessment test scores and sports achievements.

5. Transfer and Posting:

• Recruited candidates may be posted anywhere in India as required.
• The Bank reserves the right to transfer or depute staff to any of its offices or associates.

6. Age Relaxation:

• Up to 5 years for candidates in the reserved categories.
• Up to 10 years for SC/ST sportspersons.

7. Remuneration:

• Officers (Junior Management Grade Scale I): Basic Pay of ₹48,480 to ₹85,920.
• Clerical Staff: Basic Pay of ₹24,050 to ₹64,480.

8. Documents Required:

• Sports achievements certificates as per the prescribed format.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer, if applicable.

9. CIBIL Check:

• Candidates must ensure no defaults in repayment with banks or NBFCs. Any discrepancies must be resolved before the appointment.

10. Contact Information:

• Regularly check the SBI Careers Portal for updates and changes.

For detailed information, candidates should refer to the official notification available on the SBI website.