SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1538 Junior Associate Posts
The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 to fill the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the Clerical Cadre under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16. This recruitment is being conducted as a Special Recruitment Drive to fill 1,538 backlog vacancies reserved for SC, ST, and OBC candidates across various States and Union Territories. It presents an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking a career in India’s largest public sector bank.
Eligible Indian citizens possessing a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university can submit their online applications from 7 August 2026 to 27 August 2026. Candidates are permitted to apply for vacancies in only one State or Union Territory and must be proficient in the prescribed local language of the selected State/UT. The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for September 2026, while the Main Examination is expected to be held in October/November 2026. Before applying, candidates should carefully review the State/UT-wise vacancy distribution, verify their eligibility, ensure they meet the local language requirement, and keep all necessary documents ready to complete the application process before the deadline.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Cadre | Clerical Cadre |
| Recruitment Type | Special Recruitment Drive (SC/ST/OBC Backlog) |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,538 |
| 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) |
| Job Location | State/UT Applied For |
| Official Website | SBI Careers |
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 07 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 07 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | September 2026 |
| Main Examination | October/November 2026 |
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC | ₹0 |
| ST | ₹0 |
| PwBD | ₹0 |
| Ex-Servicemen / Disabled Ex-Servicemen | ₹0 |
| OBC | ₹750/- |
The application fee/intimation charge is non-refundable.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Vacancies (Circle/State-Wise)
| Circle | State/UT | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amaravati | Andhra Pradesh | — | 88 | — | 88 |
| Bengaluru | Karnataka | 85 | 35 | — | 120 |
| Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh | — | 134 | — | 134 |
| Bhopal | Chhattisgarh | — | 26 | — | 26 |
| Bhubaneswar | Odisha | — | 111 | — | 111 |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh UT | — | — | 22 | 22 |
| Chandigarh | Jammu & Kashmir UT | — | 42 | — | 42 |
| Chandigarh | Himachal Pradesh | 11 | — | — | 11 |
| Chandigarh | Punjab | — | — | 18 | 18 |
| Chennai | Tamil Nadu | 65 | — | — | 65 |
| Hyderabad | Telangana | — | 32 | — | 32 |
| Jaipur | Rajasthan | 20 | 86 | — | 106 |
| Kolkata | West Bengal | — | — | 55 | 55 |
| Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh | — | 31 | — | 31 |
| Maharashtra/Mumbai Metro | Maharashtra | — | 165 | — | 165 |
| New Delhi | Delhi | — | — | 17 | 17 |
| Gandhinagar | Gujarat | — | 289 | — | 289 |
| Guwahati | Assam | — | 39 | — | 39 |
| Guwahati | Tripura | — | 22 | — | 22 |
| Patna | Bihar | 12 | — | — | 12 |
| Patna | Jharkhand | 14 | 119 | — | 133 |
| Total | 207 | 1,219 | 112 | 1,538 |
Candidates can apply for vacancies in one State/UT only, and the merit list will be prepared State-wise and category-wise. Local-language requirements are given in the official notification.
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SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
- Candidates in their final year/semester of graduation can also apply provisionally, provided they produce proof of passing on or before 31 December 2026, if provisionally selected.
- Candidates with an Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) must ensure their date of passing is on or before 31 December 2026.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years (as on 01 April 2026)
- Candidates must have been born between 02 April 1998 and 01 April 2006 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-Servicemen and eligible widows/divorced women/judicially separated women are also eligible for relaxation as per the conditions mentioned in the official notification.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Salary
The Junior Associate pay scale is: ₹24,050–1,340/3–28,070–1,650/3–33,020–2,000/4–41,020–2,340/7–57,400–4,400/1–61,800–2,680/1–64,480.
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹26,730/- (including two advance increments admissible to graduates)
- Approximate Starting Emoluments at a Metro such as Mumbai: ~₹46,000/- per month, including applicable DA and other allowances.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT), wherever applicable
Preliminary Examination marks will not be considered for final merit — candidates are only shortlisted for the Main Examination based on Preliminary performance. Final merit will be prepared based on Main Examination marks, subject to eligibility verification and qualifying the local language test wherever applicable.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour |
There will be separate sectional timing. 1/4th of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every wrong answer.
Main Examination
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 Minutes |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 2 Hours 40 Minutes |
There will be separate timing for each test, and 1/4th of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every wrong answer.
SBI Clerk Local Language Test
Candidates who have not studied the specified local language in Class 10th or 12th will have to qualify the Local Language Proficiency Test after provisional selection but before joining. Candidates who produce a 10th/12th certificate showing they studied the specified local language will not be required to appear for this test.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Required Documents
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration
- Graduation Marksheet/Certificate
- Category Certificate, if applicable
- PwBD Certificate, if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen documents, if applicable
- Valid Photo ID
- Other documents as required during the recruitment process
The online application requires uploading the photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration in the prescribed specifications.
How to Apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
- Register on the official SBI Careers recruitment portal.
- Carefully fill in the application form with personal, educational, and other required details.
- Upload the photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration in the prescribed format.
- Submit the application and pay the applicable fee through the online payment gateway using a debit card, credit card, or Internet Banking.
- Download/print the generated application form and keep it safely for future reference.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Eligible candidates should apply well before the last date of 27 August 2026 to avoid last-minute rush. Keep your graduation certificates, category documents, and other required proofs ready in advance, and start preparing for the Preliminary Examination scheduled for September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are announced under SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,538 vacancies have been announced for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) under this Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC backlog posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The online application process starts on 07 August 2026, and the last date to apply is 27 August 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University; final-year candidates can also apply provisionally, subject to producing proof of passing by 31 December 2026.
Q4. What is the selection process for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Selection is based on a Preliminary Examination, followed by a Main Examination, and a Local Language Proficiency Test wherever applicable. Final merit is based only on Main Examination marks.
Q5. What is the starting salary for SBI Clerk (Junior Associate)?
The starting Basic Pay is ₹26,730/-, with total starting emoluments of approximately ₹46,000/- per month at a Metro location such as Mumbai, including DA and other allowances.
