SBI Salary 2024: Check Pay Scale, Allowances & Other Benefits

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Anangsha Patra

Anangsha PatraDeputy Manager – Editorial

Updated on Sep 12, 2024 14:52 IST

SBI Salary: State Bank of India (SBI) provides various career opportunities to young graduates as well as experienced professionals. Aspirants can join SBI as Probationary Officers (PO), Junior Associates (JA), Circle Based Officers (CBO), Specialist Officers (SO), and Management Trainees (MT). Besides, the bank does lateral hiring too. The exams conducted by the bank especially SBI PO, Clerk, SO, etc., are one of the most sought-after banking exams in the country because of their brand value, lucrative pay scale, growth opportunities, and job satisfaction. A job in SBI is considered prestigious because of the high SBI Salary 2024 and the multiple benefits that every employee is provided. SBI Salary 2024 varies accordingly with the post and experience.

Q:   What is SBI Clerk in hand salary?

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The starting basic pay of SBI Clerk is INR 26,730 (INR 24050 plus two advance increments). The pay scale is INR 24050-1340/3-28070-1650/3-33020-2000/4-41020-2340/7-57400-4400/1-61800-2680/1-64480. The total starting emoluments of a Clerical Cadre employee payable at Metro like Mumbai is around INR 46,000 per month inclusive of D.A., other allowances at the current rate and two additional increments for newly recruited graduate junior associates. Allowances may vary depending upon the place of posting. The in-hand salary of SBI Clerk includes the approximate amount a candidate gets after the deductions. The starting salary of SBI Clerk is approximately INR 46000 in a metro city like Mumbai.

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Q:   What is the probation period of SBI PO?

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Candidates selected through SBI PO exam will be on a probation for two years. Candidates during the probation period are subject to continuous assessment. Those who qualify in the assessment as per the standards determined by the bank from time to time will be confirmed to the post of Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). The selected candidates at the time of joining are required to sign a bond of INR 2 Lacs. They need to serve for a period of three years or else the bond will be invoked by the bank if the candidate resigns from the service of the bank before expiry of three years from the date of joining.
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Q:   What is the training duration for an SBI clerk?

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The total training duration of an SBI Clerk is six months. The probationary period for SBI clerks begins with induction training at the State Bank Institute of Learning and Development. This period lasts for one to two weeks at the state branch where they are posted. Later, trainees are assigned to their respective branches, where they undergo practical training for the banking process. This period lasts around five months, after which they work as junior associates in their respective branches. If associates are unable to successfully complete their training, their training period will be extended.
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SBI Clerk Salary 2024

SBI Clerk is an entry-level position conducted for Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales). More than 5000 vacancies were announced for the SBI Clerk 2024 exam. The SBI Clerk Salary 2024 has been revised and it is INR 17,900-1000/3-20,900-1230/3-24,590-1490/4-30,550-1730/7-42,600-3270/1-45,930-1990/1-47,920. The starting basic pay is INR 19,900 (INR 17,900 with two advance increments given to graduates). 

SBI Clerk Perks and Allowances

The total starting emoluments of SBI Clerk employees at Metro such as Mumbai is INR 29,000 per month inclusive of DA and other allowances as per the current rate. Allowances vary depending on the place of posting. Candidates are eligible for provident funds, Pension under the New Pension Scheme (Defined Contribution Benefit), Medical, Leave-Fare and other facilities as per the requirement of the bank.

Also Read: SBI Clerk Salary 2024

Q:   What is SBI Clerk salary?

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IBPS Clerk starting salary is INR 19,900 (INR 17,900 plus two advance increments). The newly revised payscale of SBI Clerk is INR 17900-1000/3-20900-1230/3-24590-1490/4-30550- 1730/7-42600-3270/1-45930-1990/1-47920. Candidates can calculate their salaries by adding basic salary, HRA, city compensation, provident fund and pension contributions. The basic pay is INR 17,900, however, with two advance increments, the starting basic salary is INR 19,900.

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Q:   What is the revised pay scale of SBI Clerk?

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The revised payscale of SBI Clerk is INR 17900-1000/3-20900-1230/3-24590-1490/4-30550- 1730/7-42600-3270/1-45930-1990/1-47920. Earlier, the payscale of SBI Clerk was INR 11765-655/ 3-13730-815/ 3-16175-980/ 4-20095-1145/7-28110-2120/ 1-30230-1310/1-31450. The starting basic pay was INR 13,075 (INR 11765 with two advance increments admissible to graduates).

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Q:   What are the extra benefits that an SBI Clerk gets other than the salary?

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The salary of SBI clerks includes additional pay and allowances. In addition to their monthly salary, SBI clerks also receive the following benefits: 1. A bank contribution each month to their Provident Fund 2. SBI provides monthly fuel, entertainment, and newspaper grants to its clerks. 3. They have access to medical benefits like 100% reimbursement for self-treatment in hospitals. 4. SBI employees are eligible for loans with a reduced interest rate under the staff loan programme. 5. The SBI clerks also get the leave fare concession for their travel to their hometowns.
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SBI PO Salary 2024

SBI PO is conducted to select candidates for the post of Probationary Officer. The basic SBI PO Salary 2024 is INR 27,620 with four advance increments. The salary of SBI is higher than that of other public sector banks in India. The pay scale for Junior Management Grade Scale-I is INR 23,700-980/7-30,560-1,145/2-32,850-1,310/7- 42,020. Apart from the basic pay, candidates are also entitled to the following allowances.

  • Dearness Allowance
  • City Compensatory Allowance(CCA)
  • Leased House Accommodation
  • Furniture Allowance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Travelling Allowance
  • Petrol
  • Miscellaneous
  • Total Compensation(Annually)
  • Loan Benefits

The total compensation per annum on a CTC basis is INR 8.20 lakhs (minimum) and INR 13.08 lakhs (maximum) depending on the place of posting.

Also Read: SBI PO Salary

Q:   What is the in-hand salary of a SBI PO?

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SBI PO basic salary is INR 48, 480 (with 4 advance increments). This pay scale is applicable for Junior Management Grade Scale-I. The amount varies as per the place of posting. Employees posted in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata get comparatively more. Candidates are also entitled to the following benefits and allowances: Basic Pay Dearness Allowance City Compensatory Allowance (CCA) Leased House Accommodation Furniture Allowance Medical Insurance Travelling Allowance Petrol. The pay scale is INR 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 applicable to Junior Management Grade Scale-I.

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Q:   What is SBI PO salary structure?

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SBI PO salary structure is given below. Basic Pay-INR 41,960 Special Allowance-INR 6,881 DA-INR 12,701 Location Allowance-INR 700 Learning Allowance-INR 600 HRA-INR 2,937 Gross Salary-INR 65,780 Deduction (PF/Income Tax/Professional Tax/Pension)-INR 12,960 Net Salary-INR 52,820. The structure of SBI PO salary is given below.

Basic Pay

INR 41,960

Special Allowance

INR 6,881

DA

INR 12,701

Location Allowance

INR 700

Learning Allowance

INR 600

HRA

INR 2,937

Gross Salary

INR 65,780

Deduction (PF/Income Tax/Professional Tax/Pension)

INR 12,960

Net Salary

INR 52,820

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Q:   What are the allowances given to SBI PO?

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Candidates selected to the post of Probationary Officers are eligible for DA, HRA/Leave rental, CCA, Medical and other allowances and perquisites. SBI offers a very lucrative salary package compared to other public sector banks. The total package of SBI PO is INR 8.20 Lacs (minimum) and INR 13.08 Lacs (maximum) depending on the place of posting. The details regarding the allowance are given below.

Allowance

Amount

Dearness Allowance 

26% of the Basic Pay

City Compensatory Allowance 

3%-4% depending on location

House Rent Allowance 

7%-9% depending on place of posting

Furniture Allowance 

INR 1,20,000

Medical Insurance 

100% covered for employee (75% covered for dependent family)

Travelling Allowance

AC 2-tier fare is reimbursed to the employee for official travels

Petrol Allowance 

INR 1,100-1,250

Newspaper Allowance, Entertainment Allowance, Books Allowance, etc. 

Varies based on Cadre

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SBI SO Salary 2024

SBI SO recruitment is conducted for Specialist Cadre Officers posts. SBI SO Salary 2024 varies accordingly with the posts. The basic pay of SBI SO Junior Management (Grade-I) is INR 23,700. The salary for various grades is given below.

Grades Pay Scale (In INR)

Junior Management Grade Scale I (JMGS I)

23,700-980/7-30,560-1,145/2-32,850-1,310/7-42,020

Middle Management Grade Scale II (MMGS II)

31,705-1,145/1-32,850-1,310/10-45,950

Middle Management Grade Scale III (MMGS III)

42,020-1,310/5-48,570-1,460/2-51,490

Senior Management Grade Scale IV (SMGS-IV)

50,030-1,460/4-55,870-1,650/2-59,170

Selection Process of SBI Exams

Candidates can check the selection process for various SBI exams below:

  • SBI PO: The selection process comprises prelims, mains and group discussion & interview.
  • SBI Clerk: The selection process comprises prelims and mains exam.
  • SBI SO: The recruitment is generally conducted in two phases, an online exam and a personal interview. However, in many cases, recruitment is done by shortlisting candidates followed by personal interview. 

Read More:

SBI Exam Pattern in Detail

SBI Exam Syllabus 

SBI Salary 2024 FAQs

Candidates can read SBI Salary 2024 FAQs below. 

Q:   What are the career opportunities in SBI?

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Candidates shortlisted for SBI PO are required to undergo training regarding the basic banking knowledge before joining as Probationary Officer. At the time of the joining, candidates are required to sign a bond of INR 2 lakh. They need to serve the bank for a minimum of three years. After the probationary period, candidates are confirmed to the post of Junior Manager Grade Scale I (JMGS-I). The promotion positions offered to candidates are as follows:

  • Assistant Manager
  • Deputy Manager
  • Chief Manager
  • Assistant General Manager
  • Deputy General Manager
  • General Manager
  • Chief General Manager
  • Deputy Managing
  • Director Managing
  • Director Chairman
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Q:   What will be the total annual emoluments of SBI Clerk posted in metro cities?

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The total annual emoluments of candidates posted in metro cities such as Mumbai INR 29,000 per month. This includes DA and other allowances at the current rate and two additional increments for newly recruited Junior Associates. The newly recruited SBI Clerk gets reimbursement of various perquisites, provident fund, pension under New Pension Scheme (Defined Contribution Benefit), medical leave fare and other facilities. 

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Q:   What is the selection process of SBI PO?

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SBI PO exam is conducted in three phases-prelims, Mains, and group exercises and interview. The prelims exam comprises English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability. The total marks allotted to the prelims exam are 100. The mains exam comprises both subjective and objective-type tests. The total marks allotted to the mains exam are 250. The final selection is done on the basis of Mains exam and group exercises and interview. Candidates are also required to appear for the psychometric test before group exercises and interview. The performance in the psychometric test is shared with the interview panel. The psychometric test is qualifying in nature. The Group Exercises and Interview carries 50 marks.

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