Banking (PO & Clerk)
PO → Officer Scale I → Scale II → Scale III → AGM → DGM → GM → Executive Director
Duration
Graduation first (3–4 years) + 6–12 months preparation + 1 year probation after selection
Stream
COMMERCE
Entry Salary
₹50,000–₹65,000/month (PO after joining — includes DA + HRA)
5-Year Salary
₹75,000–₹1,00,000/month (Officer Scale II/III)
Eligibility
Any graduate degree (BA, BSc, B.Com, B.Tech — any field). Age 20–30 (PO), 20–28 (Clerk). Indian citizen.
Entrance Exam Details
Career Progression
Expected Salary Range
Entry Level (Year 1)
₹50,000–₹65,000/month (PO after joining — includes DA + HRA)
Starting salary for freshers
After 5 Years (Experienced)
₹75,000–₹1,00,000/month (Officer Scale II/III)
With relevant experience and specialisation
Preparation Roadmap
Banking exams require graduation in any field. Start quantitative aptitude and reasoning practice during final year of graduation. Speed and accuracy in calculations is the differentiator. Current affairs and banking awareness (RBI policies, financial news) tested in mains. Can prepare alongside B.Com or any graduation — exams held annually.
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