Sample Job Application Letter for the Post of Clerk in Bank

Bank clerks are generally assigned with the duty to keep customer data updated in the bank's computer system. They enter basic personal information of new customers, they process customer's transaction details, they process customer's account closing requests, other banking activities, etc.

In order to qualify for a bank clerk post, at first, you should keep on checking job portals and newspaper ads to find vacancies. Then you need to see if you have all the pre-requisite qualifications and experience as desired by the bank. Some banks are now giving online options to apply for the job, whereas some banks prefer physical mode.

Here is an example of an application letter to the bank from a candidate for clerical position. You can write the full letter or cut it short with limited details.

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From:

(Name of the Applicant)

(Residential Address)

(Phone Number)

(Email Id)

To:

The Branch/General/HR Manager

___________ Bank

_________ Branch

(Full Address)

Sub.: Application for the position of clerk in your bank

Respected Sir/Madam,

With reference to the advertisement in the ___________ newspaper on (Date) inviting applications for the position of clerk in _____ bank for ___ vacancies, I am hereby making an application for the said job. I am keen to work as a clerk in a reputed bank.

I am enclosing herewith my resume for your kind perusal. I have provided details of two references in the resume along with other details. I have good communication and computer skills. I am available to join immediately/ with __ days' notice.

I am ___ years old. I am a graduate of commerce/science/arts with _______ honors from _______ College in (Year). I have a Master's degree in __________ from __________ College in (Year). I have __ years/months of total experience. I had worked in (Name of the Organisation) as a (Designation). I have good knowledge and expertise over clerical works. I am confident that I will be able to utilize my experience for the benefit of the bank.

I would be a perfect fit for the said position. I would highly appreciate an opportunity to work for an esteemed organisation like _______ bank to proving myself to be a valuable asset for the bank. I am available for an interview at your convenience.

Kind request to consider my application favourably for the clerical position in your bank. I shall be grateful.

Thanking you,

Yours sincerely,

    (Signature)

(Name of the Applicant)

Encl.: As above

Dated _________

Place: _________