SBI Clerk vs IBPS Clerk: What is the Difference & Which is Better?

Q: What is the job profile of IBPS Clerk?

Following are the various job done by an IBPS Clerk:Managing the cash counterVerification of customer-supplied documents and proofsTaking care of various problems of the customerProviding up-to-date information about government programs and policies to the customersProviding customers with advice on a variety of banking activities

Comparison of SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk

Now let's have a look at the detailed comparison between two of the most coveted Bank clerk jobs that are SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk before starting preparation for 2022.

1. SBI Clerk Vs IBPS Clerk- Roles and Responsibilities

The Roles and responsibilities of an SBI Clerk and an IBPS Clerk are almost similar. A Clerk is responsible for performing the following tasks in a bank -

The main job of a clerk is to handle all the cash deposits and withdrawals. He is responsible for all the monetary transaction activities handled whether by Cash, cheque, demand draft, or any other method. A clerk also maintains daily, monthly and weekly reports of transactions as a record in the bank.
He/she works as a Single Window Operator in a bank. It means he/she is responsible for Receipt of Cheques, Drafts, Dividend Warrants, Pay Orders Bills Etc. As an SWO, he is required to perform operations like issuing E.S.I. Stamps, recounting of Currency Notes by Cash Department Staff and some other works.
A clerk also performs marketing operations such as marketing the schemes, loans, and other services of the Bank so as to increase the customers.
A clerk also provides assistance in any kind of need related to bank services such as change of address, change of contact details, updating the passbook, opening accounts, and various other tasks.

2. Salary Structure & Perquisites

Salary is the major factor that every candidate keeps in mind while choosing the path of their career. As both IBPS and SBI are government bodies, the salary structure is somewhat identical in banks associated with IBPS & State Bank of India. But SBI offers four increments in salary as compared to other Public Sector Banks which makes the salary of an SBI Clerk slightly higher than an IBPS Clerk. You can check the structure of the SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk after the 11th bipartite settlement through the below table -

Factors	SBI Clerk (INR)	IBPS Clerk (INR)
Basic Pay	17900	17,900
Special Allowance	911.79	911.79
Dearness Allowances	51.2% of Basic Pay	51.2% of Basic Pay
City Compensatory Allowance	0	0
House Rent Allowance	800-1176	1058 – 1176
Transport Allowance	depends on the posting location	425
Salary (In Hand)	29000 - 33000 (On the basis of posting location)	27000-31000(On the basis of posting location)

3. Comparison of SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk- Career Growth and Promotion

There are various differences between the SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk in terms of promotion and career growth. SBI Clerk has the chance to get faster promotion and more opportunities in comparison to other banks. It is considered that the promotion policy in SBI is better than any other bank and even better than RBI.

We have listed the Career growth and Promotion procedures of both the profiles in the table below -

SBI Clerk

IBPS Clerk

The candidates for the post of Junior Associates/Clerk will have to serve a minimum probation period of 6 months.
On satisfactory performance in 6 months, candidates will be given the post of Junior Associate/Clerk
After completing 2 to 3 years in SBI, the first promotion in SBI can be made.
An SBI Clerk gets promoted in two ways which are – ‘In-Cadre Promotions & Officer Cadre Promotions’.
In cadre, Promotion is done on the basis of years of service completion.
A person who has completed 10 years as SBI Clerk will be promoted to the post of senior assistant.
A person who has completed 20 years as SBI Clerk will be promoted to the post of special assistant.
A person who has completed 30 years as SBI Clerk will be promoted to the post of senior special assistant.
Officer Cadre Promotions are done on the basis of written exams and interviews which are conducted in SBI itself.
A clerk can become a trainee Officer after successfully completing 3 years of service and on a qualifying written exam and Interview.
An SBI Clerk is eligible to become a Junior Manager Grade Scale (JMGS-I) officer, after clearing a written test & Interview when he/she completes the service period of 6 years.

The candidates selected as IBPS Clerk have to complete a probation period of 6 months.
After completing the probation period, an IBPS Clerk becomes eligible to get promotions.
The first way to get a promotion is to appear and qualify the written test which is conducted inter banks. For this, No JAIIB & CAIIB Diploma is applicable.
After qualifying this written test, a clerk can be promoted to the position of Trainee Officer in Bank.
The second way of getting the promotion is based on the JAIIB, CAIIB qualification, as well as Graduation/Post Graduation. On satisfying these, an IBPS Clerk can be promoted to the position of Trainee Officer/Probationary

4. Work Pressure

Although the work responsibilities of an SBI clerk and an IBPS Clerk are the same. The work pressure differs as follows-

SBI Clerk	IBPS Clerk
Being the largest bank in the country work pressure is more in State Bank of India as compared to other public sector banks. SBI Branch offices remain occupied almost every time so the work pressure of an SBI Clerk is very much irrespective of the posting location. An SBI Clerk has to face tougher challenges as compared to an IBPS Clerk.	An IBPS Clerk has less work pressure as compared to an IBPS Clerk. Depending on the location of posting, the work pressure may increase but still, PSB Offers far more relaxing job as compared to SBI. IBPS Clerk job offers comparatively fewer challenges.

5. SBI Clerk Vs IBPS Clerk- Selection Procedure

1. First Phase - Prelims Exam

There are 3 sections in both the Prelims exams which are Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, and English Language. The Prelims Exam will be conducted for 100 marks for a total of 100 questions and the time duration is 60 Minutes (1 hour). This year SBI and IBPS, both have introduced a sectional time limit of 20 minutes for each of the three sections.

2. Second Phase - Main Exam

There is no difference at all in the Main Exam phase of SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk. There are 4 sections in the Main Phase of the SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk namely Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness. The time duration of both the exams SBI Clerk Main & IBPS Clerk Main is 2 hours 40 Minutes (160 Minutes).

The Maximum marks allotted and the total number of questions is also similar. The candidates need to attempt 190 questions for a total of 200 Marks in SBI Clerk Main as well as in IBPS Clerk Main exam.

3. Third Phase - Language Proficiency Test

This is the last phase of IBPS Clerk and SBI Clerk Recruitment. The language proficiency test is conducted after the result of the Main exam but before joining. In this test, a candidate's ability to read, write and speak the local language is tested. A candidate must be proficient in the local language of the state for which he/she has applied.

So this is the comparative analysis between SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk. Both profiles have their own pros and cons. It is up to the aspirant what are his/her priorities. If you have any more doubt related to this, you can share it in the comment section below.

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FAQs

Which post has a better salary in the comparison of SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk?

Candidates joining as SBI Clerk would be paid a better salary as compared to the IBPS Clerk post. The in-hand salary of SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk is approximately 32000 and 30000 respectively. Also, the allowances are slightly better in SBI Clerk.

What is the career growth of SBI Clerk?

An SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) can be promoted three times: once after completing ten years of service, again after completing twenty years of service, and finally after completing thirty years of service. Also with dedication and skill, an SBI Clerk can reach up to General Manager or Deputy General Manager in 10-15 years.

What is the job profile of IBPS Clerk?

Following are the various job done by an IBPS Clerk:

Managing the cash counter

Verification of customer-supplied documents and proofs

Taking care of various problems of the customer

Providing up-to-date information about government programs and policies to the customers

Providing customers with advice on a variety of banking activities

Is the selection process of SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk same?

Yes, the selection process for SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk are the same. The selection process consists of the Prelims exam, Mains exam, and the Language Proficiency Test. Both the Prelims as well Mains will be online. With a single preparation strategy you can target both the exams.

Which is better in between SBI Clerk Vs IBPS Clerk?

Both are almost equal in terms of salary, pay structure, job profile, career growth, promotions aspects, and all other such factors. But there is a slight difference in salary and allowance. Also, all these depends on your perspectives and expectation from the job. So it may change from person to person. You can go through all the details in this article.

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Gaurav ChandraJun 3, 2020

SBI will give u those branches jahan dur dur tk koi branch nhi h.

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Rutvik PatelJun 3, 2020

I can nt speak but The language proficiency test is accepted or not accepted by sir?

Epuri HarikaJun 3, 2020

Thank you for providing information about job profile of ibps clerk and sbi clerk .but I have a small doubt that this year ,I have selected in ibps clerk in central bank of india in Maharashtra,but I'm belongs to Telangana and I have applied for Maharashtra so how will be the pattern for lpt if in case I'm not qualified in lpt will they give additional grace period to get fluency in local language or will they reject my appointment .could you please clarify my doubt .

srinu bsnJun 3, 2020

If we fail in LPT they will give us second chance or not

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AnilJun 4, 2020

Mam pls make on sbi po n ibps po n lic aao also on same page

Krishan BhagatJun 5, 2020

Anyone got selected in andhra bank as a clerk?

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Vishal Kumar PandeySep 3, 2020

Govt job is next to God, so feel happy in achieving anyone.

ajayakumar sahuJun 22, 2021

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