SBI is a major financial institution in India and a host of South Asian countries. Opening and account is this bank I requires certain formalities to be completed. Below are the steps that you must follow to open an account in a branch in your locality. To be able open an account, you will require Rs. 1000/-, your identification proof, and address proof. You must be 18 years of age.

1. Visit any of the SBI branches and find out about a branch in your locality.
2. Ask for a SBI representative who will open new account for you. He will give you an application from to be filled.
3. Fill all required details and submit the proofs. You can opt for an international debit card and internet banking.
4. Hand over the minimum amount of Rs. 1000/ in from of cash, cheque, or money order to the SBI representative.
5. Once your account is opened, you will get a passbook that you need to update regularly and temporary internet banking password.
6. You will get the ATM card by post within 10 to 20 working days.

An account in State Bank of India is considered a valid address proof in many cases.

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