The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Notification for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) under the Clerical Cadre. This recruitment is being conducted as a Special Recruitment Drive to fill SC/ST/OBC backlog vacancies across various States and Union Territories.
A total of 1,538 vacancies have been announced. Eligible candidates who hold a graduation degree can submit their online applications from 07 August 2026 to 27 August 2026. Interested applicants can apply for only one State/UT and must satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions, including proficiency in the local language of the selected State/UT.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Recruitment Type | Special Recruitment Drive |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 |
| Total Vacancies | 1538 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 07 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Exam | October/November 2026 (Tentative) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 07 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 07 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | September 2026 |
| Main Examination | October/November 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC | Nil |
| ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
| OBC | ₹750 |
Note: The application fee is non-refundable.
SBI Clerk 2026 Vacancy Details
SBI has announced 1,538 vacancies across different States and Union Territories under the Special Recruitment Drive.
Category-wise Vacancies
- SC: 207
- ST: 1219
- OBC: 112
- Total: 1538 Posts
Candidates can apply for only one State/UT, and the final merit list will be prepared on a State-wise and Category-wise basis.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
Final-year students are also eligible to apply provisionally, provided they submit proof of passing the graduation examination on or before 31 December 2026.
Age Limit
As on 01 April 2026:
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Candidates should have been born between 02 April 1998 and 01 April 2006 (both dates inclusive).
Age relaxation is applicable as per SBI recruitment rules for reserved categories.
Salary
The Junior Associate pay scale is:
₹24,050 – ₹64,480
The starting basic pay is ₹26,730, and the approximate monthly salary in metro cities is around ₹46,000, including DA and other admissible allowances.
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test (where applicable)
Only the Main Examination marks will be considered for preparing the final merit list.
SBI Clerk 2026 Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
- Negative Marking: 1/4th mark for each wrong answer.
Main Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 Minutes |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 Minutes |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 2 Hours 40 Minutes |
Local Language Test
Candidates who have not studied the prescribed local language in Class 10 or Class 12 must qualify the Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) before appointment.
Required Documents
Applicants should keep the following documents ready:
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration
- Graduation Certificate/Marksheet
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Photo ID
How to Apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the SBI Careers recruitment portal.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| SBI Clerk Official Notification | Notification |
| SBI Clerk Apply Online | Apply Online |
| SBI Official Website | SBI Bank |
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 27 August 2026.
2. How many vacancies are available in SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,538 Junior Associate vacancies have been announced.
3. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
4. What is the age limit for SBI Clerk 2026?
Applicants must be 20 to 28 years of age as on 01 April 2026, with age relaxation for eligible categories.
5. Is there negative marking in the SBI Clerk Exam?
Yes. One-fourth (1/4th) of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every incorrect answer in both the Preliminary and Main examinations.
