The application process for 10662 Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) positions at State Bank of India (SBI) has commenced. Out of these 10662 vacancies 9124 under regular/ backlog vacancies and 1538 posts under special recruitment drive for SC/ ST/ OBC backlog vacancies. The recruitment is being conducted for the Clerical Cadre across various States and Union Territories. Candidates interested in applying can submit their applications through the official SBI recruitment portal from 11 August 2026 to 31 August 2026.
Before submitting their applications, candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, salary details, application fee, local language requirements, and other important instructions outlined in the official notification.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
The SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 has a total of 10,662 vacancies, including 7,680 Regular Vacancies, 1,444 Backlog Vacancies in the Regular Notice, and 1,538 vacancies under the Special Backlog Drive.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 State-Wise Vacancy Details
SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
For the SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026, the minimum age requirement is 20 years, while the maximum age limit is 28 years as on 01 April 2026. Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02 April 1998 and not later than 01 April 2006, both days inclusive.
Age Relaxation
For the SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026, age relaxation is provided to eligible candidates as prescribed in the official notification.
Probation Period
Selected candidates will be on probation for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of joining. Newly recruited Junior Associates are required to complete the e-lessons prescribed by the Bank during the probation period for confirmation. The probation period may be extended if the required conditions are not fulfilled or performance does not meet the Bank's expectations.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualification
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the pay scale applicable to the Clerical Cadre of State Bank of India. The starting basic pay is ₹26,730, which includes two advance increments admissible to graduates. The total starting emoluments at a metro such as Mumbai are around ₹46,000 per month, inclusive of DA, other allowances at the prevailing rate and two additional increments for newly recruited graduate Junior Associates.
Scale of Pay
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the prescribed application fee/intimation charges. The fee is non-refundable.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process will consist of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and the specified opted Local Language Proficiency Test, wherever applicable. The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination will not be added to the final merit list. Final merit will be prepared on the basis of the Main Examination, subject to fulfilment of the other prescribed conditions.
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 a negative marking of one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question 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 negative marking of one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question for every wrong answer in the objective tests.
Local language Proficiency Test
Candidates applying for the Clerk post in a specific Union Territory or state must be proficient in that region's language—specifically in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding it. However, candidates who possess Class 10 or 12 marksheets proving that they studied the language of the state or Union Territory from which they applied are exempt from taking the language proficiency test for that state.
How to Apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SBI recruitment portal. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official SBI Careers website.
- Go to the Current Openings section.
- Select Recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17.
- Complete the online registration.
- Enter the required personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Check all details carefully and submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Online Application Starting Date: 11 August 2026
Last Date for Online Application: 31 August 2026
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Important Links
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 FAQs
How many vacancies are available in SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
There are 10662 vacancies for Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales), including 7,680 regular vacancies and 1,444 backlog vacancies and 1538 posts under special recruitment drive for SC/ ST/ OBC backlog vacancies.What is the qualification required for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have graduation in any discipline from a recognised University or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government.What is the age limit for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 01 April 2026.What is the last date to apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 31 August 2026.What is the application fee for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹750 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, while SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS candidates are exempted from the fee.What is the salary of an SBI Junior Associate?
The pay scale is ₹24,050–₹64,480, with a starting basic pay of ₹26,730. The total starting emoluments at a metro such as Mumbai are around ₹46,000 per month.What is the selection process for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The selection process consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and the specified opted Local Language Proficiency Test, wherever applicable.Is there negative marking in the SBI Clerk examination?
Yes. One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every wrong answer in the objective tests.📌 Related Job Articles You Might Be Interested In
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Final Note
The SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 offers 10,662 vacancies for Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales). The vacancies include Regular Notice, Backlog in Regular Notice and Special Backlog Drive vacancies. Candidates should carefully review the state-wise vacancy details and all eligibility conditions before applying.
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