The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre. A total of 9,124 vacancies are available, including 7,680 regular vacancies and 1,444 backlog vacancies across various States and Union Territories.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online from 11 August 2026 to 31 August 2026. Candidates can apply for vacancies in one State/UT only and must meet the prescribed local language requirement.
The SBI Clerk Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for September 2026, while the Main Examination is expected to be conducted in November 2026.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/2026-27/17 |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Total Vacancies | 9,124 Posts |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in |
Important Dates
Start Date to Apply
11 August 2026
Last Date to Apply
31 August 2026
Preliminary Examination
September 2026 (Tentative)
Main Examination
November 2026 (Tentative)
Candidates should regularly check the SBI careers portal for updates regarding the examination schedule, admit card and other recruitment-related notices.
SBI Clerk Vacancy 2026
SBI has announced 7,680 regular vacancies and 1,444 backlog vacancies, making a total of 9,124 vacancies.
Candidates can apply for vacancies in only one State/UT. The selected candidates will generally be posted in the State/UT for which they have applied.
State-wise Regular Vacancies
| State/UT | Local Language | Regular Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 330 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 760 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 113 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 287 |
| Odisha | Odia | 1,100 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu/Hindi | 84 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 09 |
| Ladakh | Urdu/Ladakhi/Bhoti | 07 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 1,410 |
| Telangana | Telugu/Urdu | 260 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 350 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/Nepali | 555 |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | Hindi/English | 15 |
| Sikkim | Nepali/English | 60 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi/Urdu | 250 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 1,718 |
| Goa | Konkani | 62 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 55 |
| Assam | Assamese/Bengali/Bodo | 110 |
| Manipur | Manipuri/English | 14 |
| Meghalaya | English/Garo/Khasi | 24 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 32 |
| Nagaland | English | 27 |
| Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 48 |
| Total | — | 7,680 |
SBI Clerk Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
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 appearing in the final year or semester of graduation may also apply provisionally. However, they must provide proof of passing the graduation examination by 31 December 2026.
Candidates holding an Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) must ensure that the date of passing the IDD is on or before 31 December 2026.
Certain eligible ex-servicemen holding the prescribed education certificates issued by the Armed Forces may also apply, subject to the conditions mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit
The candidate’s age should be between 20 and 28 years as on 1 April 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD – General/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-Servicemen | As per SBI rules |
| Widows/Divorced Women/Women judicially separated from husband | Up to 7 years, subject to conditions |
Local Language Requirement
Candidates must be proficient in the specified local language of the State/UT for which they apply.
Candidates who studied the specified local language in Class 10 or Class 12 and have documentary proof may be exempt from appearing in the Local Language Proficiency Test.
Candidates who do not have the required proof may need to qualify in the Local Language Proficiency Test after the Main Examination.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / XS/DXS | Nil |
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid through the available online payment methods.
Salary Details
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
The starting Basic Pay for a graduate Junior Associate is ₹26,730, including the applicable advance increments.
The starting total emoluments for a Junior Associate posted in a metropolitan city such as Mumbai may be around ₹46,000 per month, including applicable allowances. Actual salary and allowances may vary according to the place of posting.
Employees are also eligible for benefits and facilities according to SBI rules, including provident fund, pension under the applicable scheme, medical facilities and leave-related benefits.
SBI Clerk Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test, where applicable
The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination are used for shortlisting candidates for the Main Examination. Preliminary marks are not added to the final merit score.
SBI Clerk Preliminary Exam Pattern
| 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 | 1 hour |
Each section has a separate time limit.
There is a 1/4 mark negative marking for every incorrect answer in the objective tests.
Approximately 10 times the number of vacancies in each category may be shortlisted for the Main Examination, subject to availability and the rules prescribed by SBI.
SBI Clerk Main Exam Pattern
| Subject | 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 |
A negative marking of 1/4 mark applies to incorrect answers.
Only the marks obtained in the Main Examination are considered for preparing the final merit list, subject to the applicable recruitment rules.
SBI Clerk Job Profile
A Junior Associate may be involved in activities such as:
- Handling customer queries and service requests
- Providing banking-related services
- Assisting customers with account and transaction-related requirements
- Advising customers about suitable banking products
- Cross-selling banking products
- Performing duties inside and outside the branch when required
- Handling customer calls and other service-related activities
The position may involve flexible working hours, shift duties and outdoor travel depending on the assigned role and branch requirements.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents and scanned files ready before completing the online application:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Left-hand thumb impression
- Hand-written declaration in English
- Live photograph captured during the application process
- Valid photo identity proof
- Graduation-related documents
- Class 10/12 certificate or marksheet for local language proof, where applicable
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate, if applicable
- EWS Income and Asset Certificate, if applicable
- Other documents required under the notification
Candidates should follow the prescribed file size, format and dimensions given in the official notification.
SBI Clerk Probation and Transfer Rules
Newly recruited Junior Associates are required to complete a minimum probation period of six months, along with the prescribed e-lessons.
Inter-circle/state transfer is generally not available before completion of five years of service, subject to the exceptions and conditions specified by SBI.
How to Apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official SBI Careers website.
- Open the current openings section.
- Find Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) Recruitment 2026.
- Open Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17.
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Complete the online registration.
- Enter the required personal, educational and other details.
- Select the State/UT and preferred examination details as applicable.
- Upload the required documents and photographs.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Carefully review all details before final submission.
- Submit the application before 31 August 2026.
- Download and save the completed application form for future reference.
Candidates should avoid waiting until the last day to submit the application because technical or connectivity problems may occur.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Only one application should be submitted by a candidate.
- Candidates can apply for vacancies in only one State/UT.
- Details cannot normally be changed after final submission.
- Candidates should carefully verify their category, State/UT and other information before submitting the form.
- Electronic devices such as mobile phones, smart watches and calculators are not permitted inside the examination premises.
- Candidates must carry the required identity proof to the examination centre.
- SBI may conduct biometric verification during different stages of recruitment.
- Candidates should download their admit card from the official SBI website when released.
- The examination centre, date or session cannot be changed after allotment.
- Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions before applying.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | View & Download Here |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A total of 9,124 vacancies have been announced, consisting of 7,680 regular vacancies and 1,444 backlog vacancies.
The last date for online registration and fee payment is 31 August 2026.
The basic age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 1 April 2026, with relaxation for eligible reserved categories.
Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification.
The fee is ₹750 for General, OBC and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwBD and XS/DXS candidates are exempt from the application fee.
Yes. Candidates must meet the prescribed local language requirement for the State/UT selected in the application.
