Bank vs SSC Clerk Salary: If you're a 12th-grader or graduate and preparing for a government job, Bank Clerk and SSC CHSL are two of the most popular options. Both offer good salaries, job security, and retirement benefits. But the biggest question is, which clerk earns the highest salary, at the Bank or SSC? Let's find out the answer today.

Bank vs SSC Clerk Jobs
Bank clerks are recruited through IBPS and SBI. Over 20,000 vacancies are announced each year. A bank clerk typically works as a customer service associate or junior associate. The SSC CHSL exam is for Group C positions, including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), JSA (Junior Secretariat Assistant), and Data Entry Operator (DEO).

Bank and SSC Clerk Job Eligibility
Bank clerks require a bachelor's degree from a recognized university and a minimum age of 20 years. SSC Clerks are 12th pass and have a minimum age of 18 years. According to experts, if someone wants to start their career early, the SSC CHSL (SSC Clerk) is a good option.

Bank and SSC Clerk Selection Process
Bank Clerk
Selection is done through prelims and mains. There is no interview. English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and General Awareness tests are conducted. Passing the Local Language Proficiency Test is also required.

SSC Clerk
Selection is done through Tier 1 and Tier 2 exams. Tier 2 also includes a computer skills test or typing test. The CHSL exam is slightly more challenging than the Bank Clerk exam.

Salary and Allowances
The salary of an IBPS Clerk starts at ₹24,050. Meanwhile, at the State Bank of India (SBI), the largest public sector bank, a clerk's salary starts at ₹26,730. These include advanced increments for graduates. They also include DA, HRA, TA, and medical benefits. Meanwhile, the salary of an SSC clerk (LDC) can range from ₹19,900 to ₹63,200.

Difference in Job Roles
A bank clerk's job involves more customer interaction, while a CHSL is related to post office or departmental work. Both offer stable and fixed working hours. In terms of career growth, bank clerks can advance to positions such as PO, Assistant Manager, and Manager. However, promotion depends on job performance and internal exams. In the SSC, one can advance from LDC to UDC and Division Clerk. Promotion is slow and depends on seniority and departmental exams.

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