NewsIMTSState Bank of India launched 'SBI STAR' (Staff Talent Acknowledgement & Recognition) awards today to honor employees' excellence beyond work. The annual program recognizes talents in Arts, Literature, Games & Sports, Culture, Social Work and environmental initiatives. SBI Chairman Challa Sreenivasulu Setty said employees should be valued for both professional excellence and personal accomplishments. From remarkable employees like Pratiksha Tondwalkar who became AGM while pursuing personal goals to Illuri Ajay Kumar Reddy, a partially blind officer who led India's Blind Cricket Team to five World Cup victories, SBI has many talented staff. Until the selection process begins, employees can self-nominate, after which Circles and Verticals will shortlist candidates. Next, the Corporate Centre in Mumbai will make final selections. The initiative aims to foster recognition and pride among SBI's 2,45,000 employees. (Updated 2 Nov 2025, 15:02 IST; source: link)
SBI Launches New Awards to Recognize Employee Talents
State Bank of India has introduced the 'SBI-STAR' (Staff Talent Acknowledgement & Recognition) awards to celebrate employees' achievements beyond their professional duties. This annual program will honor staff talents across six categories: Arts, Literature, Games & Sports, Culture, Social Work, and environmental initiatives. SBI Chairman Challa Sreenivasulu Setty emphasized that employees should be valued not just for their work performance but also for their personal accomplishments. The bank already has many talented staff members, including Pratiksha Tondwalkar who became Assistant General Manager while pursuing personal goals, and Illuri Ajay Kumar Reddy, a partially blind officer who led India's Blind Cricket Team to five World Cup victories.
How the SBI-STAR Awards Selection Process Works
The selection process for the SBI-STAR awards follows a three-tier system. In the first stage, employees can nominate themselves for recognition in their area of talent. Next, various Circles and Verticals within the bank will review these nominations and create a shortlist of deserving candidates. The final selection will be made by the Corporate Centre in Mumbai, which will determine the ultimate winners. This initiative aims to foster a culture of recognition and pride among SBI's large workforce of 2,45,000 employees. By acknowledging talents beyond banking skills, SBI hopes to create a more supportive and appreciative work environment for its diverse staff.
Key Points
- State Bank of India launched 'SBI STAR' (Staff Talent Acknowledgement & Recognition) awards today to honor employees' excellence beyond work.
- From remarkable employees like Pratiksha Tondwalkar who became AGM while pursuing personal goals to Illuri Ajay Kumar Reddy, a partially blind officer who led India's Blind Cricket Team to five World Cup victories, SBI has many talented staff.
- The initiative aims to foster recognition and pride among SBI's 2,45,000 employees.
