BANK JOBS IN INDIA

Thank you readers for your overwhelming response to our previous guide (Nov 09) about upcoming bank exams. On popular demand,we are posting the list for the Bank Jobs Recruitment – 2010. Although there were not many notifications, we hope of an increase as months progress.

Cleared written exams? The next phase in selection process would be Interview .We receive many requests from our readers asking for tips on how to prepare effectively for Job Interview.The Interview is one of the important part in recruitment,since its where the employer tests your personality,communication & problem solving skills.

1. Research. Visit the company`s website & read about their history, products, achievements, services, management etc.,You are sure to impress the HR if you know about their company and their working.

2. Start early. Reach the Interview spot in advance.Avoid rushing in the last minute,since it can create unwanted tension.

3. Dress Sensibly. Most organizations have a formal dress code,so stick with it.Light colored plain or checked shirts with dark pants for gents & Saree or Shirt/Pant for ladies would be a perfect costume.Keep it simple but professional

4. Be Calm. Look relaxed and stay cool while inside the interview hall. Nervousness decreases your confidence level & can make you stumble .Sit comfortably in an erect position, with hands on your lap. Avoid leaning on table or folding arms.

5. Greet the Interviewer. Most candidates forget to greet the person interviewing him/her while entering in excitement.Be polite in thanking when offered a seat to sit.

6. Use proper words. No need to show off your English knowledge by using unheard or difficult to understand words.Try using simple words and always answer questions looking into the other person`s eyes.

7. Salary details. Don't start a discussion on salary until asked for.It leaves a bad impression in the person`s mind about you.The Interviewer will definitely ask your preference,so wait till then.

8. Say Thankyou. Never forget to say thank you to the panel.Often,candidates are in a hurry to get out.Once the interview is over,thank the person,standup patiently & walk towards the door to leave.All these are noted in an interview.

How you behave inside an interview hall can speak volumes about your character.We hope these above tips would help in attending Interview boldly.

Candidates interested in applying for jobs in State bank of India have a reason to smile as the bank had recently made changes to their exam pattern. SBI has scrapped the mathematical/ quantitative papers for its Probationary Officers recruitment announced last month leaving more room to test candidates on logical reasoning & data analysis skills.

The Test : As per recruitment notice for officer jobs in State bank of India & their associate banks, here is the exam pattern -

1) Test of English Language
2) Test of General Awareness, Marketing & Computers
3) Test of Data Analysis & Interpretation
4) Test of Reasoning (High Level)

Test of Reasoning : The recent SBI recruitment for 4500 Probationary officers saw the inclusion of Test of Reasoning paper in place of Quantitative aptitude/ Numerical ability, which is a standard part of many competitive exams in India, including bank exams.This could be due to the change in the test pattern made by SBI, says an article published in Business line.

Decision Making : Now, with this change the bank looks to extract & test the reasoning and decision making skills.This seems to be a welcome move by SBI as bank officers will have to choose & decide between various available options for which their analysis, logical reasoning & decision making skills are taken into account in written exams.

No Maths.Easy? Although, the removal of maths papers from SBI officer recruitment exams would enable more eligible candidates with no exceptional maths knowledge to apply, it is also mentioned - Test of Reasoning would be of high level !

Hence, bank job aspirants will now have to prepare extensively for the reasoning & data analysis tests, as the competition for bank jobs is increasing & SBI remains the first choice for many.