SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 – 9,124 Junior Associate Vacancies, Apply Online
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the State Bank of India (SBI) for the recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre. According to the official notification, SBI has announced 7,680 regular vacancies and 1,444 backlog vacancies, making a total of 9,124 vacancies under this recruitment drive.Eligible Indian citizens can apply online for vacancies in one State/UT only. Candidates must have proficiency in the specified local language of the State/UT they choose. The online application process, including fee payment, will be open from 11 August 2026 to 31 August 2026. The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for September 2026, followed by the Main Examination in November 2026.
For Assam, the notification lists 110 regular vacancies and 97 backlog vacancies under the Guwahati Circle, with Assamese, Bengali and Bodo specified as the local languages.
Candidates interested in the SBI Clerk 2026 recruitment should check the complete eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualification, vacancy details, exam pattern, salary, selection process and application procedure before submitting their online application.
Quick Overview
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Cadre | Clerical Cadre |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/2026-27/17 |
| Total Vacancies | 9,124 |
| Job Location | State/UT opted by the candidate |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 |
SBI Clerk Vacancy Details – Assam
Under the Guwahati Circle, SBI has announced 207 Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) vacancies for Assam, including 110 regular vacancies and 97 backlog vacancies.
Regular Vacancies – 110 Posts
| Category | Vacancies |
| SC | 7 |
| ST | 13 |
| OBC | 29 |
| EWS | 11 |
| General (GEN) | 50 |
| Total Regular Vacancies | 110 |
PwBD Reservation – Regular Vacancies
| PwBD Category | Vacancies |
| VI (Visually Impaired) | 2 |
| HI (Hearing Impaired) | 1 |
| LD (Locomotor Disability) | 1 |
| d & e | 1 |
Ex-Servicemen Reservation – Regular Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
| XS (Ex-Servicemen) | 11 |
| DXS (Disabled Ex-Servicemen) | 4 |
Backlog Vacancies – 97 Posts
| Category | Backlog Vacancies |
| Total PwBD Backlog | 23 |
| XS (Ex-Servicemen) | 65 |
| DXS (Disabled Ex-Servicemen) | 32 |
PwBD Reservation – Backlog Vacancies
| PwBD Category | Vacancies |
| VI (Visually Impaired) | 5 |
| HI (Hearing Impaired) | 7 |
| LD (Locomotor Disability) | 4 |
| d & e | 7 |
Note: Special Recruitment Drive (Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 ) was a separate recruitment drive. That was Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC Backlog Vacancies
Educational Qualification
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University/ Institute
Other Eligibility
- Candidates with an Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) must ensure that the date of passing the IDD is on or before 31 December 2026.
- Candidates who are in the final year/semester of graduation may also apply provisionally. However, if selected, they must produce proof of passing the graduation examination on or before 31 December 2026.
Special Qualification for Ex-Servicemen
- Matriculate Ex-Servicemen who have completed at least 15 years of service in the Armed Forces and possess the Indian Army Special Certificate of Education or corresponding Navy/Air Force certificate are also eligible, provided the certificate is dated on or before 31 December 2026.
Age Limit
- Age Calculated Date - 01 April 2026
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-Servicemen | Actual period of service + 3 years, subject to maximum age of 50 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women/Judicially Separated Women | 7 years, subject to prescribed maximum age |
| Trained SBI Apprentices – OBC | 4 years |
| Trained SBI Apprentices – SC/ST | 6 years |
| Trained SBI Apprentices – PwBD (OBC) | 14 years |
| Trained SBI Apprentices – PwBD (SC/ST) | 16 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| SC / ST / PwBD / XS / DXS | Nil |
| OBC | ₹750 |
Salary
- Starting Total Salary Around ₹46,000 per month
- Pay Scale: ₹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
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT), wherever applicable
Phase I – Preliminary Examination
The Preliminary Examination will be conducted online for 100 marks with a total duration of 1 hour.
| Test | Questions | Marks |
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- There will be 1/4th negative marking for each wrong answer.
- No minimum qualifying marks are prescribed for individual tests or the aggregate.
Phase II – Main Examination
The Main Examination will carry 200 marks and will have a total duration of 2 hours 40 minutes.
| Test | Questions | Marks |
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| General English | 40 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 |
| Total | 190 | 200 |
Phase III – Local Language Proficiency Test
- Candidates who have not studied the specified local language in Class 10th or 12th and are provisionally selected will have to appear for the Local Language Proficiency Test.
- Candidates who produce a Class 10th or 12th certificate showing that they studied the specified local language will not have to take this test.
- For Assam, the specified local languages are Assamese, Bengali and Bodo.
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Examination | November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Local Language Proficiency Test | After Main Exam and before joining, wherever applicable |
Probation Period
- Selected Junior Associates will be on probation for a minimum period of 6 months. During probation, candidates must complete the prescribed e-lessons. The probation period may be extended if the required e-lessons are not completed or performance does not meet the Bank's expectations.
Pre-Examination Training
- SBI will arrange Pre-Examination Training (PET) for eligible candidates belonging to the SC, ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen and PwBD categories, in accordance with Government of India guidelines.
- Information about the training schedule will be provided through registered email and SMS.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the SBI recruitment website. No other mode of application will be accepted.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the SBI Careers/Current Openings section.
- Open the regular Recruitment for Junior Associates 2026 application.
- Register online and generate your registration credentials.
- Fill in the application form carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the applicable fee through the available online payment methods.
- Submit the application and save/print the e-receipt and application form for future reference.
Important Web Links To Apply
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply for Special Recruitment Drive – SC/ST/OBC Backlog Vacancies | Click Here |
Important Points to Remember
- Candidates can apply for one State/UT only.
- Candidates must be proficient in the specified local language of the State/UT for which they apply.
- Preliminary Examination marks will not be counted for final selection.
- 1/4th mark will be deducted for each wrong answer in the objective tests.
- No hard copy of the Preliminary/Main call letter will be sent by post.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Who can avail of SBI Clerk Pre-Examination Training?
Ans: Eligible candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen and PwBD categories can avail of Pre-Examination Training as per Government of India guidelines.
Q2. How many vacancies are available under SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Ans: SBI has announced 9,124 Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) vacancies, including 7,680 regular vacancies and 1,444 backlog vacancies.
Q3. What is the application fee for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The application fee is ₹750 for General, OBC and EWS candidates, while SC, ST, PwBD, XS and DXS candidates are exempted from paying the fee.
