SBI and Bank of Baroda Announce 12,000+ Vacancies for Freshers Across India

India’s public sector banking sector has announced a major recruitment drive, with State Bank of India (SBI) and Bank of Baroda (BOB) together opening more than 12,000 vacancies for freshers and entry-level candidates across the country.

The recruitment initiative is expected to provide significant employment opportunities for graduates seeking careers in the banking and financial services sector. Officials familiar with the process said the vacancies include positions related to customer support, clerical operations, account management, documentation handling and branch-level administrative work.

According to recruitment details, selected candidates will be responsible for handling daily banking operations such as assisting customers, processing transactions, maintaining records, supporting loan-related documentation and managing digital banking services. Some roles may also involve cash handling, data entry and front-desk responsibilities depending on the branch requirement.

Both SBI and Bank of Baroda are expected to conduct written examinations, aptitude assessments and interview rounds as part of the selection process. Banking experts say the recruitment drive is aimed at strengthening workforce capacity as customer demand for digital and branch banking services continues to rise across urban and rural areas.

The salary structure for entry-level positions is expected to range between ₹28,000 and ₹45,000 per month depending on the role, location and allowances. Employees may also receive benefits such as medical coverage, provident fund contributions, pension-related schemes and performance-based incentives under bank policies.

Industry analysts believe the large-scale hiring reflects growing expansion within India’s banking sector, particularly as public sector banks continue to modernise operations and improve customer outreach. The recruitment process is also expected to attract a large number of applicants due to job stability, government-linked benefits and long-term career growth opportunities.

Candidates are being advised to carefully review eligibility criteria, educational qualifications and official application procedures before applying. Banking authorities have also warned applicants to rely only on official notifications and avoid fraudulent recruitment claims circulating online.

The announcement has generated strong interest among young job seekers, especially fresh graduates looking for stable employment opportunities in the government-backed banking sector.