SIDBI Recruitment 2025 invites online applications for 76 Officer vacancies in Grade A and B across General, Legal, and IT streams. Eligible candidates can apply from 14 July to 11 August 2025. Selection involves online exams, descriptive tests, and interviews.
Last Date :- 11/08/2025
Overview & Vacancies : SIDBI
The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) has released Advertisement No. 03/Grade ‘A’ & ‘B’/2025‑26, inviting online applications for recruitment of 76 officers in Grade A (Assistant Manager, General Stream) and Grade B (Manager, General, Legal & IT specialist streams)
- Total vacancies: 76
- Grade A (General): 50 posts
- Grade B (General): 11 posts
- Grade B (Legal): 8 posts
- Grade B (IT): 7 posts
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Important Dates & Timelines : SIDBI
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | July 13–14, 2025 |
| Online application starts | 14 July 2025 |
| Online application ends (fees/payment cut‑off) | 11 August 2025 |
| Eligibility cut‑off (age as on) | 14 July 2025 |
| Eligibility cut‑off (education/experience as on) | 11 August 2025 |
| Online exam Phase I (tentative) | 6 September 2025 |
| Online exam Phase II (tentative) | 4 October 2025 |
| Personal Interview (tentative) | November 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria : SIDBI
Age Limits
- Grade A (Assistant Manager): 21–30 years (born between 14 July 1995 and 15 July 2004, inclusive)
- Grade B (Manager): 25–33 years (born between 14 July 1992 and 15 July 2000)
Age relaxation applies as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ex‑servicemen candidates
Educational Qualifications
- Grade A (General): Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, Maths, Statistics, Business Administration, or Engineering with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). Alternatively, professional qualification such as CA, CS, CMA, CFA, or full-time MBA/PGDM (2‑year) from a recognized institute is acceptable
- Grade B (General): Similar requirement plus ~5 years relevant work experience in RBI, SEBI, NABARD, NHB, SIDBI, SCBs, or related sectors
- Grade B (Legal): LLB with minimum 50% marks plus ~5 years of legal experience in financial institutions or banks
- Grade B (IT): BE/BTech in CS/IT/Electronics or MCA (min. 60%) plus ~5 years of relevant experience in IT infrastructure, security, AI/ML, Full Stack, etc.
Work Experience Requirements
- Some stream roles (Grade B) require 5 years of post‑qualification experience in the relevant domain. For Grade A, experience is preferred but not mandatory if academic qualifications are met
Reservations
Standard reservation is applicable: SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD categories as per government rules
Salary & Job Profile : SIDBI
- Grade A (Assistant Manager): Basic pay starts at around ₹55,200, and gross monthly CTC (including allowances, HRA, DA) is approximately ₹19–21 lakh per annum depending on posting
- Grade B (Manager): Basic pay reaching escalated scale, with gross CTC around ₹23.5–26 lakh per annum \
- Monthly gross salary for Grade A employees is often cited to reach ₹1.0–1.15 lakh, including perks and allowances
Role & Responsibilities
- Grade A (General): MSME credit appraisal, business development, KYC/due diligence, disbursements, credit monitoring, NPA handling, recovery, and customer relationship management
- Grade B General: Higher-level responsibilities with leadership, portfolio management, policy formulation, and strategic decision-making.
- Grade B Legal: Provide legal advice, draft notices, manage SARFAESI cases, due diligence on property/legal documents, litigation related to recovery
- Grade B IT: System design and infrastructure, developing secure applications, AI/ML integration, database and network management, cybersecurity, team adherence to SOPs and automation initiatives
Selection Process & Exam Pattern : SIDBI
SIDBI follows a three-phase selection process:
Phase I – Common Online Objective Test (200 marks, 120 minutes, bilingual)
- English Language: 30 Qs – 30 marks
- Reasoning: 25 Qs – 25 marks
- Quantitative Aptitude: 25 Qs – 25 marks
- Computer Knowledge: 20 Qs – 20 marks
- General Awareness (Banking/Finance/Economy/Social issues): 20 Qs – 20 marks
- MSME Policy, Regulatory & Finance Framework: 30 Qs – 30 marks
- Stream-specific Test: 50 Qs – 50 marks
- Total: 200 marks; Qualifying: first five sections; Merit shortlisting: last two sections only
Phase II – Separate for Streams
Grade A & Grade B (General)
- Paper I: Descriptive English – Essay, précis, comprehension, business correspondence – 75 minutes, 75 marks.
- Paper II: Objective + Descriptive on MSME Policy, Finance & Management, credit – 60 marks (objective) + descriptive (10 Qs, attempt 4; 2 × 15 marks + 2 × 10 marks) – 75 minutes & 50 minutes respectively
Grade B (Legal)
- Paper I: English descriptive – same pattern as above.
- Paper II: Objective + Descriptive covering constitutional law, statutes (Contracts, Negotiable Instruments, Transfer of Property, RTI, IBC etc.), legal drafting – 60 marks + descriptive questions (15 & 10 marks)
Grade B (IT)
- Paper I: English descriptive – same pattern.
- Paper II: Objective + Descriptive covering AI/ML, cybersecurity, full-stack dev, big data, network security, data warehousing, API integration etc. – similar marking and timing format
Phase III – Psychometric Test (if any)
Some candidates may undergo a psychometric assessment before the interview.
Interview & Final Merit
Final selection based on Phase II marks + Interview performance, as per bank ranking system
Application Process: Step‑by‑Step : SIDBI
- Visit the official SIDBI website: www.sidbi.in → Careers Section → link for “Officer in Grade ‘A’ & ‘B’ – (General and Specialist Stream)”
- Click on New Registration, fill basic details & receive Registration ID and password.
- Log in and complete the application form with personal info, education, experience, category, etc.
- Upload scanned documents: Photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration in the prescribed format
- Pay the application fee online via Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking:
- ₹1,100 (Gen/OBC/EWS)
- ₹175 (SC/ST/PwBD)
- SIDBI staff: exempted from fee
- Preview and submit the application.
- Take prints of the system-generated application form and fee receipt for future reference
- Help/support is available via the IBPS Candidate Grievance portal (cgrs.ibps.in) – mention “SIDBI Officer – Grade A & B” in subject line.
Preparation Strategy & Tips : SIDBI
Phase I Preparation
- Brush up basics in English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Computer Knowledge.
- Focus on General Awareness, especially MSME policy, banking regulations, RBI frameworks.
- Deep dive into the stream-specific syllabus: finance & credit for general, legal acts for legal stream, AI/ML or IT domains for IT stream.
Phase II Preparation
- Descriptive English: Practice essay/précis/business correspondence. Time yourself and get feedback.
- General/Finance Paper: Practice case studies, credit appraisal, terminology, recovery norms, MSME policies.
- Legal Paper: Know key legal acts—Contracts, SARFAESI, IBC, drafting format. Practice legal reasoning.
- IT Paper: Focus on system design, programming languages, networking, security protocols, ML basics.
Interview & Psychometric
- Prepare for questions on MSME development, SIDBI’s role, recent government initiatives, your experience or projects.
- Be ready to discuss legal judgments or IT case studies if applicable.
- Practice mock interviews and control psychometric test response traits (e.g., adaptability, initiative, team orientation).
FAQs : SIDBI
Can I apply for both Grade A and Grade B simultaneously?
No, candidates must apply for only one post. If multiple applications are submitted, only the latest valid entry will be considered; earlier applications & fees will not be refunded
Is work experience mandatory for Grade A?
Not strictly—freshers with acceptable academic credentials (CA, MBA, etc.) may apply; however, non-professionals require 2 years’ experience in banking/MSME credit
Can reservation relax age/experience criteria?
Yes—age relaxation is available in accordance with GoI norms. Experience requirements may also adjust for reserved category candidates
What if I upload unclear photo or signature?
Your candidature may be rejected if photographs or signature are unclear. Ensure high-quality images as per specification
Summary & Next Steps : SIDBI
- Vacancies: 76 posts (50 Grade A, 26 Grade B across streams)
- Important deadline: Apply online between 14 July – 11 August 2025
- Selection: Phase I (objective) → Phase II (objective + descriptive) → Interview
- Salary: ₹19–21 LPA (Grade A), ₹23.5–26 LPA (Grade B) approx.
- Eligibility: Graduates/postgraduates with required marks and experience (if applicable), within specified age‑brackets
- Apply via: SIDBI website → Careers Section
Next Steps for aspiring candidates:
- Download and thoroughly study the official notification PDF from sidbi.in
- Verify that you meet eligibility criteria—age, qualification, experience, category certification etc.
- Gather required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration).
- Register online starting 14 July 2025, complete application and fee payment by 11 August 2025.
- Begin a structured preparation plan for Phase I (qualifying + merit sections) and Phase II (descriptive writing, domain basics).
- Prepare thoroughly for Interview & psychometric and monitor SIDBI website for updates on admit cards and schedules.
