SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI Clerk 2026 Special Recruitment Drive for 1,538 backlog vacancies for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre. The online application process started on 7 August 2026 and the last date to apply is 27 August 2026.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Popular Name | SBI Clerk |
| Total Vacancies | 1,538 |
| Recruitment Type | Special Recruitment Drive – Backlog Vacancies |
| Eligible Categories | SC / ST / OBC |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 7 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Age Limit | 20–28 years |
| Qualification | Graduation |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam & Local Language Test |
| Job Location | Across participating States/UTs |
| Official Website | SBI Careers |
The recruitment is being conducted specifically to fill unfilled reserved-category backlog vacancies.
SBI Clerk 2026 Vacancy Details
| State/UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 88 |
| Karnataka | 120 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 134 |
| Chhattisgarh | 26 |
| Odisha | 111 |
| Chandigarh | 22 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 42 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 11 |
| Punjab | 18 |
| Tamil Nadu | 65 |
| Telangana | 32 |
| Rajasthan | 106 |
| West Bengal | 55 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 31 |
| Maharashtra | 165 |
| Delhi | 17 |
| Gujarat | 289 |
| Assam | 39 |
| Tripura | 22 |
| Bihar | 12 |
| Jharkhand | 133 |
| Total | 1,538 |
Who Can Apply?
This particular recruitment drive is intended for candidates belonging to:
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- Other Backward Class (OBC)
Candidates belonging to the General/UR category cannot apply against these backlog vacancies. A separate regular Junior Associate recruitment is expected.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification.
Candidates should check the official notification for the prescribed qualification date and conditions applicable to their category.
Age Limit
The prescribed age is:
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
The age is calculated as prescribed in the recruitment notification, with applicable relaxation for reserved categories.
Selection Process
The SBI Clerk 2026 selection process includes:
1. Preliminary Examination
The Preliminary Examination is the first stage of selection.
It generally tests candidates in:
- English Language
- Numerical Ability
- Reasoning Ability
2. Main Examination
Candidates qualifying in the Preliminary Examination will be eligible for the Main Examination.
The Main Examination covers areas such as:
- General/Financial Awareness
- General English
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude
Assam Vacancy
| State | Local Language | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo | 39 |
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 |
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 |
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the SBI Careers portal.
- Open the Junior Associate 2026 online application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in the application form carefully.
Salary
- Pay Scale: ₹24,050 – ₹64,480
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹26,730
- Approximate starting monthly emoluments in metro cities: ₹46,000 including allowances and benefits.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / XS / DXS | Nil |
| OBC | ₹750/- |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 7 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 7 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 August 2026 |
| Examination Dates | To be announced |
The application window is open from 7 August to 27 August 2026.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official SBI Careers website.
- Open the Current Openings section.
- Find the SBI Junior Associate/Special Recruitment Drive 2026 advertisement.
- Read the notification carefully.
- Click on the online application link.
- Register using your basic details.
- Complete the application form.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
SBI Careers – Current Openings
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs of SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in SBI Clerk 2026?
A total of 1,538 Junior Associate backlog vacancies have been announced under the special recruitment drive.
Q2. Who can apply for the 1,538 posts?
The drive is specifically for SC, ST and OBC backlog candidates.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 27 August 2026.
Q4. What is the minimum qualification?
Candidates generally need a graduation degree in any discipline.
Q5. What is the SBI Clerk age limit?
The prescribed age range is 20 to 28 years, subject to applicable relaxations.
Q6. Is this the regular SBI Clerk 2026 recruitment?
No. This is a Special Recruitment Drive for backlog vacancies. A separate regular recruitment notification is expected.
Q7. What is the selection process?
Selection involves the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Local Language Test, as applicable.
Q8. Can General category candidates apply for these 1,538 posts?
No. These particular backlog vacancies are for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
