The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI Junior Associates Clerk Recruitment 2026 notification for candidates looking for a banking career. The online application process has started on 11 August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their forms up to 31 August 2026.
According to the recruitment details provided, SBI is inviting applications for 9,124 Junior Associate posts, including regular and backlog vacancies. The recruitment is for the clerical cadre, where selected candidates will work as Junior Associates in SBI.
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SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Recruiting Organisation | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Recruitment | SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 9,124 |
| Regular Vacancies | 7,680 |
| Backlog Vacancies | 1,444 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 |
| Prelims Exam | As per Schedule |
| Mains Exam | As per Schedule |
| Official Website | SBI Careers |
SBI Clerk Application Fee & Age Limit
| Category | Application Fee | Age Limit | |
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹750 | Minimum Age | 20 years |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹0 | Maximum Age | 28 years |
The fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI. Candidates should keep the payment receipt or transaction details for future reference. And Age Calculation Date: 1 April 2026, Age relaxation will be available to eligible reserved-category candidates according to SBI rules.
SBI Clerk Eligibility 2026
| Educational Qualification | Local Language Requirement |
| The degree can be in subjects such as Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering or any other recognised discipline. Applicants should make sure that their qualification meets the conditions mentioned in the official notification. | Candidates should also pay attention to the language requirement for the State or Union Territory selected in the application. SBI Junior Associate recruitment has state/UT-wise language requirements, and candidates may have to demonstrate proficiency in the specified local language. |
SBI Junior Associates Clerk Total Vacancy 2026
| Post | Total Vacancies |
| SBI Junior Associate Clerk – Regular | 7,680 |
| SBI Junior Associate Clerk – Backlog | 1,444 |
| Total | 9,124 |
SBI Clerk Category Wise Vacancy 2026
| Category | Regular Vacancies |
| UR | 3,253 |
| EWS | 760 |
| OBC | 1,716 |
| SC | 1,114 |
| ST | 837 |
| Total | 7,680 |
SBI Clerk State Wise Vacancy 2026
| State / UT | Language | Gen | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi / Urdu | 104 | 25 | 67 | 52 | 02 | 250 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 48 | 11 | 16 | 16 | 22 | 113 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 117 | 28 | 17 | 34 | 91 | 287 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 141 | 35 | 70 | 59 | 45 | 350 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 136 | 33 | 89 | 23 | 49 | 330 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 305 | 76 | 205 | 121 | 53 | 760 |
| Odisha | Odia | 440 | 110 | 132 | 176 | 242 | 1,100 |
| Jammu & Kashmir UT | Urdu /Ladakhi/ Bhoti | 06 | 0 | 01 | 0 | 0 | 07 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 608 | 141 | 380 | 267 | 14 | 1,410 |
| Telangana | Telugu / Urdu | 105 | 26 | 70 | 41 | 18 | 260 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Nepali | 224 | 55 | 122 | 127 | 27 | 555 |
| A&N Islands | Hindi / English | 09 | 01 | 04 | 0 | 01 | 15 |
| Sikkim | Nepali / English | 25 | 06 | 14 | 03 | 12 | 60 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 759 | 171 | 463 | 171 | 154 | 1,718 |
| Goa | Konkani | 37 | 06 | 11 | 01 | 07 | 62 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 26 | 05 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 55 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo | 50 | 11 | 29 | 07 | 13 | 110 |
| Manipur | Manipuri / English | 08 | 01 | 01 | 0 | 04 | 14 |
| Meghalaya | English / Garo / Khasi | 11 | 02 | 01 | 0 | 10 | 24 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 14 | 03 | 01 | 0 | 14 | 32 |
| Tripura | Bengali / Kokborok | 22 | 04 | 0 | 08 | 14 | 48 |
Important: The state-wise figures above are based on the recruitment information supplied for this article. Candidates should verify the final figures in the official SBI advertisement before making their state preference.
SBI Clerk Selection Process 2026
| The recruitment process generally includes: |
| Preliminary Examination |
| Main Examination |
| Local Language Proficiency Test |
How to Apply for SBI Junior Associates Clerk Recruitment 2026
Follow these simple steps to complete the online application:
- Visit the official SBI Careers website.
- Open the current recruitment section.
- Find the Junior Associate recruitment advertisement.
- Read the complete notification carefully.
- Start the online registration.
- Enter your personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
- Select the preferred State/UT and check the language requirement.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Preview the complete application before final submission.
- Submit the form.
- Download and save the final application form and payment receipt.
Note : Candidates should make sure that all details are correct before submitting the application. Keeping a copy of the submitted form is useful for future reference.
Documents Required for SBI Clerk Online Form 2026
Applicants should keep the required documents ready before starting the application process. Depending on the instructions in the notification, these may include:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Identity proof
- Educational qualification documents
- Address details
- Category certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, where applicable
- Other documents mentioned in the notification
Note : The scanned documents should meet the size and format requirements specified by SBI.
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| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the SBI Junior Associate online application is 31 August 2026. The fee payment deadline is also 31 August 2026.
How many vacancies are available in SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment details provided for this article show 9,124 vacancies, including 7,680 regular and 1,444 backlog posts.
What is the SBI Clerk age limit in 2026?
Candidates should be between 20 and 28 years as on 1 April 2026. Relaxation is available to eligible reserved categories.
What qualification is required for SBI Junior Associate?
Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognised university in India, subject to the conditions of the notification.
