State Bank of India has released the SBI Clerk 2026 Recruitment notification for Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) posts in its clerical cadre. The recruitment carries 9,766 advertised vacancies, comprising 7,680 regular vacancies and 2,086 backlog vacancies when the horizontal backlog reservations shown in the notification are included. Online registration and fee payment started on 11 August 2026 and will close on 31 August 2026. Candidates must be graduates and generally aged between 20 and 28 years as on 1 April 2026, subject to applicable relaxations. The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for September 2026, followed by the Main Examination in November 2026.
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SBI Clerk 2026 — Quick Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | SBI Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) Recruitment 2026 |
| Organization | State Bank of India |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/2026-27/17 |
| Post | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Total Advertised Vacancies | 9,766 |
| Regular Vacancies | 7,680 |
| Backlog Vacancies | 2,086 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 August 2026 |
| Age Limit | 20–28 years as on 01 April 2026 |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline |
| Preliminary Exam | September 2026, tentative |
| Main Exam | November 2026, tentative |
| Official Website | SBI Careers |
SBI states that candidates can apply for vacancies in one State/UT only and must be proficient in the specified local language of the State/UT selected.
SBI Clerk 2026 Notification: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 11 August 2026 |
| Online Registration Begins | 11 August 2026 |
| Fee Payment Begins | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Printing Application | 15 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | September 2026, tentative |
| Main Examination | November 2026, tentative |
| Admit Card | Will be updated |
| Result | Will be updated |
The official registration portal confirms the application, editing and fee-payment dates. Candidates should apply well before the last date to avoid server rush.
SBI Clerk 2026: Vacancy Details
Post-wise Vacancy
| Post Name | Regular | Backlog | Total Advertised |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) | 7,680 | 2,086 | 9,766 |
The official vacancy table on page 2 gives 7,680 regular vacancies. The backlog section totals 2,086 when its SC/ST/OBC, PwBD and XS/DXS components are combined. PwBD and Ex-Servicemen reservations are horizontal and therefore should not be added again to the parent-category regular vacancies.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category / Reservation | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC – Regular | 1,114 |
| ST – Regular | 837 |
| OBC – Regular | 1,716 |
| EWS – Regular | 760 |
| GEN – Regular | 3,253 |
| Regular Total | 7,680 |
| SC/ST/OBC Backlog | 287 |
| PwBD Backlog | 355 |
| XS/DXS Backlog | 1,444 |
| Backlog Total | 2,086 |
The notification specifies that PwBD/XS/DXS reservations are horizontal and included within parent categories.
State/UT-wise Vacancy
| State/UT | Regular | Backlog | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat | 330 | 398 | 728 |
| Karnataka | 760 | 56 | 816 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 113 | 196 | 309 |
| Chhattisgarh | 287 | 184 | 471 |
| Odisha | 1,100 | 31 | 1,131 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 84 | 8 | 92 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 9 | 23 | 32 |
| Ladakh | 7 | 25 | 32 |
| Tamil Nadu | 1,410 | 129 | 1,539 |
| Telangana | 260 | 0 | 260 |
| Rajasthan | 350 | 85 | 435 |
| West Bengal | 555 | 220 | 775 |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 15 | 19 | 34 |
| Sikkim | 60 | 11 | 71 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 250 | 34 | 284 |
| Maharashtra | 1,718 | 402 | 2,120 |
| Goa | 62 | 3 | 65 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 55 | 53 | 108 |
| Assam | 110 | 120 | 230 |
| Manipur | 14 | 14 | 28 |
| Meghalaya | 24 | 30 | 54 |
| Mizoram | 32 | 11 | 43 |
| Nagaland | 27 | 20 | 47 |
| Tripura | 48 | 14 | 62 |
| Total | 7,680 | 2,086 | 9,766 |
Maharashtra has the highest regular vacancy count at 1,718, followed by Tamil Nadu and Odisha.
SBI Clerk 2026 Exam: Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | No 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 | Actual defence service + 3 years; 8 years for disabled SC/ST, subject to maximum age 50 |
| Widows/Divorced/Women judicially separated and not remarried | 7 years, subject to prescribed maximum age |
| Trained SBI Apprentices | Category-specific relaxation from 1 to 16 years |
The basic age requirement is 20 to 28 years as on 1 April 2026. Applicants must have been born between 2 April 1998 and 1 April 2006, both dates inclusive. Age relaxations cannot be combined cumulatively.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university/equivalent qualification |
The qualification must be possessed by 31 December 2026. Candidates in their final year or semester can apply provisionally, provided they obtain proof of graduation by that date. Certain matriculate Ex-Servicemen with the prescribed Armed Forces certificate are also eligible.
Candidates must also satisfy the local-language requirement for the State/UT selected. Those who studied the specified language in Class 10 or 12 generally do not need to take the separate language test.
Physical Standards
No height, chest or weight standard is prescribed in the recruitment notification. This is a clerical banking post rather than a physical-service recruitment.
SBI Clerk 2026 Recruitment: Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹750 |
| OBC | ₹750 |
| EWS | ₹750 |
| SC | Nil |
| ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| XS/DXS | Nil |
The fee is non-refundable. The official notification specifically lists debit card, credit card and Internet Banking for online payment.
Salary and Pay Scale
The SBI Clerk salary is not based on the 7th Central Pay Commission. SBI clerical employees are governed by the banking industry wage structure rather than the Central Government 7th CPC pay matrix. Current recruitment information follows the clerical scale under the applicable bipartite settlement.
| Salary Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹26,730 |
| Pay Scale | ₹24,050 – ₹64,480 |
| Metro starting emoluments | Around ₹46,000/month |
| In-hand salary | Approximately ₹42,000–₹43,000 under typical current estimates |
| DA | Applicable as per prevailing bank wage settlement |
| HRA | Applicable as per place/posting and prevailing rules |
| TA | Applicable as per prevailing rules |
| Other Benefits | Medical, provident fund, NPS, leave-fare and other permitted facilities |
The official notification states that starting basic pay is ₹26,730, which includes two advance increments admissible to graduates, and that starting emoluments at a metro such as Mumbai are around ₹46,000 per month inclusive of DA and other allowances. Exact take-home pay varies by posting and deductions. Current banking-sector salary estimates place typical initial take-home around ₹42,000–₹43,000, but this is not a fixed SBI figure.
SBI Clerk 2026: Selection Process
The recruitment has three stages:
- Preliminary Examination: A 100-mark online objective test used to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination.
- Main Examination: A 200-mark online objective test. Only Main Examination marks are used for preparing the final merit list.
- Local Language Proficiency Test: Required for provisionally selected candidates who did not study the specified local language in Class 10 or 12.
There is no interview in this recruitment. Candidates failing the applicable language test will not be appointed. The merit list is prepared State-wise and category-wise.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
Preliminary Examination
| Paper | 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 is 1/4th negative marking for every wrong answer. No minimum qualifying marks are prescribed for individual sections or the aggregate at the preliminary stage.
Main Examination
| Paper | 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 |
The Main Examination also carries 1/4th negative marking. Sectional qualifying marks are not prescribed, although a minimum aggregate percentage will be decided by SBI, with 5% relaxation for the listed reserved categories.
Syllabus Overview
English Language: Reading comprehension, cloze test, error spotting, sentence correction, fill-in-the-blanks, vocabulary and para jumbles.
Numerical Ability/Quantitative Aptitude: Simplification, approximation, number series, percentages, ratio and proportion, profit and loss, averages, time and work, time-speed-distance, interest, quadratic equations and data interpretation.
Reasoning Ability: Puzzles, seating arrangement, syllogism, coding-decoding, inequalities, blood relations, direction sense, ranking, alphanumeric series and logical reasoning.
Computer Aptitude: Basic computer concepts, hardware/software, operating systems, networking, MS Office, storage, internet and common computer terminology.
General/Financial Awareness: Current affairs, banking terminology, financial institutions, government schemes, monetary policy, important appointments, awards, books, sports and major national/international events.
SBI Clerk 2026 Recruitment: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | SBI Clerk 2026 Apply Online |
| Official Notification PDF | SBI Clerk 2026 Notification PDF |
| Official Website | SBI Careers – Current Openings |
| Admit Card | Will be updated |
| Result | Will be updated |
How to Apply Online for SBI Clerk 2026 — Step by Step
- Open the official SBI Careers page.
- Locate Recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales), Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17.
- Download and read the detailed notification carefully.
- Keep a recent photograph, signature, left-thumb impression and handwritten declaration ready in the prescribed format.
- Complete the online registration with personal, educational and category details.
- Select only one State/UT and the applicable local language.
- Upload the required images and documents carefully.
- Preview the application and verify every entry before final submission.
- Pay the applicable fee online.
- Save the registration number, password, e-receipt and submitted application form.
SBI allows saved applications to be reopened before final submission, but corrections are not permitted after final submission. The Bank also advises candidates to keep a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents Required for SBI Clerk 2026
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Graduation Mark Sheet/Certificate | Proof of educational qualification |
| 10th/12th Certificate | Date of birth and local-language proof, where applicable |
| Recent Photograph | Application and examination identification |
| Signature | Application authentication |
| Left Thumb Impression | Application verification |
| Handwritten Declaration | Mandatory application upload |
| Photo ID Proof | Examination-day identity verification |
| SC/ST Certificate | Reservation claim, if applicable |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate | OBC reservation |
| EWS Income & Asset Certificate | EWS reservation |
| PwBD Certificate | Disability reservation/relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen Documents | Reservation/age relaxation, where applicable |
SBI specifically requires the scanned photograph, signature, thumb impression and handwritten declaration in the prescribed dimensions and file sizes. Candidates should also keep supporting category documents available for verification.
Previous Year Cut-off
For reference, the 2025 SBI Clerk Prelims General-category cut-offs included 81 in Madhya Pradesh, 79.5 in Uttar Pradesh, 81.5 in West Bengal, 77 in Rajasthan, 79 in Odisha, 72.5 in Gujarat and 65.5 in Maharashtra.
The 2025 Main Examination General-category cut-offs were 90 in Madhya Pradesh, 88.25 in Uttar Pradesh, 97.75 in Tamil Nadu, 86.75 in West Bengal, 85.75 in Odisha and 82 in Maharashtra.
Cut-offs vary significantly by State/UT, category, vacancies, difficulty level and candidate performance. Candidates should therefore aim comfortably above the previous cut-off instead of preparing only for the minimum qualifying level.
Preparation Tips
- Build prelims speed first: Practise timed sets for English, numerical ability and reasoning because each section has a strict 20-minute limit.
- Make Mains the main target: Preliminary marks are not counted in final merit, while the Main Examination determines ranking.
- Give priority to puzzles and arithmetic: Daily practice of seating arrangement, puzzles, DI, percentages, ratio, profit-loss and time-work can significantly improve accuracy.
- Study financial awareness daily: Cover banking terms, RBI-related developments, government schemes, appointments, current affairs and recent financial news.
- Prepare for the State language requirement early: Even if you expect to be exempt through your Class 10/12 certificate, keep your documents ready for verification.
About State Bank of India
State Bank of India is one of India’s most important banking institutions and describes itself as the country’s largest bank. SBI serves retail and corporate customers through a huge national and international network and continues to expand digital banking and customer-service capabilities. Its FY2025 annual report states that the Bank had 2,36,226 employees as of 31 March 2025, across Officers, Associates and Subordinate Staff.
For Junior Associates, SBI also highlights strong career progression opportunities. Its careers information says Junior Associates are eligible for promotion into the Officer Cadre after completing three years of service, subject to the applicable promotion process and rules.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the salary of SBI Clerk 2026 Junior Associate?
The starting basic pay is ₹26,730, including two advance increments for graduates. SBI states that starting emoluments at a metro such as Mumbai are around ₹46,000 per month, while actual take-home pay depends on posting, allowances and deductions.
2. What is the last date to apply for SBI Clerk 2026?
The last date for online registration and fee payment is 31 August 2026. The registration portal also lists 15 September 2026 as the last date for printing the submitted application.
3. Is there negative marking in SBI Clerk 2026?
Yes. SBI will deduct one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question for every wrong answer in both the Preliminary and Main objective tests.
4. What documents are needed for SBI Clerk 2026?
Candidates need a recent photograph, signature, left-thumb impression and handwritten declaration for the online application. Depending on the category, candidates may also need educational, caste, EWS, PwBD or Ex-Servicemen documents.
5. What is the selection process for SBI Clerk 2026?
Selection consists of the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and the applicable Local Language Proficiency Test. There is no interview, and Preliminary marks are not added to the final merit calculation.
6. Can female candidates apply for SBI Clerk 2026?
Yes. The recruitment does not restrict applications by gender. The notification also provides a specific upper-age relaxation provision for eligible widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands who have not remarried.
7. Can candidates apply for more than one State or UT?
No. A candidate can apply for vacancies in one State/UT only under this recruitment. The final merit list and posting are linked to the State/UT selected in the application.
8. Is a local language test compulsory for everyone?
No. Candidates who provide a Class 10 or 12 certificate showing that they studied the specified local language are exempt from the separate language test. Other provisionally selected candidates must qualify the test before appointment.
The SBI Clerk 2026 recruitment is a major opportunity for graduates seeking a banking career, with 9,766 advertised vacancies, a competitive salary package and a clear path for career growth. Eligible candidates should complete the application carefully before 31 August 2026, especially because only one State/UT can be selected. Keep checking the official SBI Careers portal for call letters, examination updates and results.
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