The SBI Clerk Notification 2026 is a special recruitment drive conducted by the State Bank of India to fill backlog vacancies for the Junior Associate post. Candidates can apply for vacancies in only one State or Union Territory.
The recruitment is different from the regular SBI Clerk recruitment. The present notification is only for SC, ST and OBC backlog vacancies. SBI is expected to release a separate notification for fresh and regular vacancies.
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SBI Clerk Notification 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | State Bank of India |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Common Name | SBI Clerk |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 |
| Recruitment Type | Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC Backlog Vacancies |
| Total Vacancies | 1,538 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 7 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Printing Application | 11 September 2026 |
| Prelims Exam | September 2026, Tentative |
| Mains Exam | October/November 2026, Tentative |
| Selection Stages | Prelims, Mains and Local Language Proficiency Test, where applicable |
| Official Website | SBI Careers |
SBI Clerk State-Wise Vacancy 2026
| State/UT | Total Vacancies | SC | ST | OBC | Local Language |
| Andhra Pradesh | 88 | — | 88 | — | Telugu/Urdu |
| Karnataka | 120 | 85 | 35 | — | Kannada |
| Madhya Pradesh | 134 | — | 134 | — | Hindi |
| Chhattisgarh | 26 | — | 26 | — | Hindi |
| Odisha | 111 | — | 111 | — | Odia |
| Chandigarh UT | 22 | — | — | 22 | Hindi/Punjabi |
| Jammu & Kashmir UT | 42 | — | 42 | — | Urdu/Hindi |
| Himachal Pradesh | 11 | 11 | — | — | Hindi |
| Punjab | 18 | — | — | 18 | Punjabi/Hindi |
| Tamil Nadu | 65 | 65 | — | — | Tamil |
| Telangana | 32 | — | 32 | — | Telugu/Urdu |
| Rajasthan | 106 | 20 | 86 | — | Hindi |
| West Bengal | 55 | — | — | 55 | Bengali/Nepali |
| Uttar Pradesh* | 31 | — | 31 | — | Hindi/Urdu |
| Maharashtra* | 165 | — | 165 | — | Marathi |
| Delhi | 17 | — | — | 17 | Hindi |
| Gujarat | 289 | — | 289 | — | Gujarati |
| Assam | 39 | — | 39 | — | Assamese/Bengali/Bodo |
| Tripura | 22 | — | 22 | — | Bengali/Kokborok |
| Bihar | 12 | 12 | — | — | Hindi/Urdu |
| Jharkhand | 133 | 14 | 119 | — | Hindi/Santhali |
| Total | 1,538 | 207 | 1,219 | 112 | — |
SBI Clerk Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
| SC | No Fee |
| ST | No Fee |
| OBC | Rs. 750 |
SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Educational Qualification | Age Limit | Other Eligibility Conditions |
| Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. Candidates who are in the final year or semester of graduation may also apply provisionally. However, they must provide proof of having completed their graduation by 31 December 2026. | The age limit for the recruitment is 20 to 28 years as on 1 April 2026. Candidates must have been born:
Age relaxation, wherever applicable, will be provided according to the rules mentioned in the recruitment notification. |
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How to Apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official SBI website.
- Go to the Current Openings section.
- Search for Recruitment for Junior Associates (Backlog Vacancies), Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16.
- Click on the Apply Online option.
- Complete the registration process and generate your registration number and password.
- Log in using the required details.
- Fill in your personal, educational and other required information.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Check all details carefully before submitting the form.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application before 27 August 2026.
- Download and save the final application form and payment receipt.
SBI Clerk Selection Process 2026
| Preliminary Examination | Main Examination | Local Language Proficiency Test |
| The Preliminary Examination is an online objective test of 100 marks. Candidates who qualify in the prelims are shortlisted for the Main Examination. | The Main Examination is an online objective test carrying 200 marks. Marks obtained in the Main Examination are important for the final merit process. | Candidates who fail to qualify the required local language test may not be considered for appointment. |
Important: Preliminary Examination marks are used for shortlisting candidates for the Main Examination. The Main Examination plays the key role in preparing the final merit list, as per the recruitment rules.
SBI Clerk Exam Pattern 2026
Phase 1: SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Pattern
The Preliminary Examination carries 100 marks and has a total duration of one hour.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
Phase 2: SBI Clerk Mains Exam Pattern
The Main Examination carries 200 marks and has a total duration of 2 hours and 40 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 minutes |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 minutes |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 2 hours 40 minutes |
Negative Marking
There is a negative marking of one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question for every incorrect answer in both the Preliminary and Main Examinations.
Candidates should therefore focus on accuracy along with speed while preparing for the examination.
SBI Clerk Salary 2026
The SBI Clerk Salary 2026 is an important attraction of the Junior Associate post. The pay scale is:
Rs. 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 graduates is Rs. 26,730, which includes two advance increments admissible to graduates.
The total starting emoluments can be around Rs. 46,000 per month at a metro location such as Mumbai, depending on applicable allowances and location.
The minimum probation period is six months, which may be extended depending on performance and completion of the prescribed e-lessons.
Some Useful Important Links & PDFs
| Important Resource | Click & Download Links |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | |
| SBI Official Website | Click Here |
| Join airGurukul Channel | Telegram | WhatsApp |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many vacancies are released in SBI Clerk Notification 2026?
A total of 1,538 Junior Associate vacancies have been announced under the special backlog recruitment drive.
What is the last date to apply for SBI Clerk 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 27 August 2026.
Can I apply for more than one State in SBI Clerk recruitment?
No. Candidates can apply for vacancies in only one State or Union Territory under this recruitment.
What is the SBI Clerk application fee?
The application fee is Rs. 750 for OBC candidates, while SC and ST candidates do not have to pay the fee.
