SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 1538 Posts
State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, Mumbai has released the official notification for this recruitment. A total of 1538 vacancies are being filled. The online application window runs from 2026-08-07 to 2026-08-27. The application fee is Refundable) SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS Nil OBC ₹750/- for Category Fee/Intimation Charges (Non. Information last verified on 2026-08-12.
Recruitment Overview
All key details at a glance
Important Dates
Application Fee
Category Fee/Intimation Charges (Non: Refundable) SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS Nil OBC ₹750/-
Age Limit
Actual period of service rendered + 3 years (8 years for Di…
Total Posts
1,538
Vacancies
Quick Facts
Key eligibility and salary details at a glance
- Education
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. Candidates with an Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) certificate must ensure the date of passing the IDD is on or before 31.12.2026. Candidates in their final year/semester of graduation may apply provisionally, subject to producing proof of having passed by 31.12.2026, if provisionally selected. Matriculate Ex-servicemen who have obtained the Indian Army Special Certificate of Education (or equivalent Navy/Air Force certificate), after completing at least 15 years of service, are also eligible.
- Salary
- Details
Age Limit
Age requirements and relaxations
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 rendered + 3 years (8 years for Disabled Ex-Servicemen belonging to SC/ST), subject to a maximum age of 50 years
Widows, Divorced Women, and Women Judicially Separated (not remarried): 7 years, subject to a maximum age limit of 38 years for OBC and 40 years for SC/ST candidates
Trained Apprentices of SBI: OBC – 4 years; SC/ST – 6 years; PwBD (OBC) – 14 years; PwBD (SC/ST) – 16 years
Candidates must be not below 20 years and not above 28 years as on 01.04.2026 - i.e., born not earlier than 02.04.1998 and not later than 01.04.2006 (both days inclusive).
Recruitment Details
Full notification information
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Particulars | Details | ||
| Pay Scale | Rs.24050-1340/3-28070-1650/3-33020-2000/4-41020-2340/7-57400-4400/1-61800-2680/1-64480 | ||
| Starting Basic Pay | Rs.26,730/- (Rs.24,050/- plus two advance increments admissible to graduates) | ||
| Who Is NOT Eligible | |||
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) |
Candidates who have completed their graduation can also explore more Bank Clerk and Junior Associate Government Jobs and SC/ST/OBC Special Recruitment Drives available across India. Graduates looking for more banking sector opportunities can check the latest Public Sector Bank Recruitment notifications across various circles. Candidates based in high-vacancy states such as Gujarat, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra can also browse more State-wise Bank Job Openings matching their preferred location. Those preparing for banking exams can explore other SBI and IBPS Clerk/PO Recruitment notices matching their qualification and category.
How to Apply
Application Mode: Online
- Visit SBI's official careers website: sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
- Scroll down and click on the advertisement for "Special Recruitment Drive for Junior Associates 2026," Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16.
- Download and carefully read the detailed advertisement before applying.
- Register online and fill in the application form with correct personal, educational, and category details. Not more than one application should be submitted; in case of multiple applications, only the last valid one will be retained.
- Scan and upload your photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and hand-written declaration, as per the specifications in the official notification's Annexure-II.
- Pay the requisite application fee (OBC candidates only) through debit card, credit card, or internet banking.
- Review your application carefully before final submission - no corrections are allowed after submission. Take a printout of the system-generated application form for your records (this printout is not to be sent to SBI).
- Complete registration and fee payment before 27.08.2026.
- For queries related to the application form, fee payment, or call letters, candidates can call 022-22820427 (11:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Bank working days) or raise a query at cgrs.ibps.in , mentioning "Special Recruitment drive for Junior Associates 2026" in the subject line.
Selection Process
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination (100 Marks, 1 Hour)
Test Medium No. of Questions Max. Marks Duration English Language English 30 30 20 min. Numerical Ability English/Hindi/State language 35 35 20 min. Reasoning Ability English/Hindi/State language 35 35 20 min. Total 100 100 1 Hour There is negative marking of 1/4th mark for each wrong answer. No minimum qualifying marks are prescribed for individual sections or aggregate score. Approximately 10 times the number of vacancies in each category (subject to availability) will be shortlisted for the Main Exam based on descending aggregate marks.
Phase-II: Main Examination (200 Marks, 2 Hours 40 Minutes)
Test Medium No. of Questions Max. Marks Duration General/Financial Awareness English/Hindi/State language 50 50 35 min. General English English 40 40 35 min. Quantitative Aptitude English/Hindi/State language 50 50 45 min. Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude English/Hindi/State language 50 60 45 min. Total 190 200 2 Hr. 40 min. Negative marking of 1/4th mark applies for each wrong answer. Candidates must score a minimum percentage of aggregate marks as decided by the Bank; no individual-subject qualifying marks are prescribed. Only Main Exam marks (not Preliminary Exam marks) count towards the final merit list.
Phase-III: Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
Provisionally selected candidates who have not studied the specified local language of the applied State in Class 10th or 12th must appear for the LLPT before joining. Test Pattern Section No. of Passages No. of Questions Max Marks Non-Verbal Test Objective 3 15 15 Subjective 3 15 15 Verbal Test - - - 20 Candidates who fail to qualify the LLPT will not be offered appointment. Trained apprentices of SBI (whose engagement started on or after 01.01.2022 and who completed one year of branch experience by 27.08.2026 satisfactorily) are given 2.5% bonus marks (5 out of 200) in the Main Examination. Wait List: A wait list of up to 50% of vacancies (State-category wise) will be maintained, valid for one year from the date of declaration of the final result, and released quarterly against non-joining/resignation from the current batch, subject to candidates meeting minimum qualifying marks. SBI Junior Associates (Clerk) Syllabus and Exam Pattern
SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) 2026 Out - Apply Online for 153 : Important Questions
QWhat is SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026?
It is a Special Recruitment Drive (Advt. No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16) by State Bank of India to fill 1538 backlog vacancies for Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales), reserved exclusively for SC, ST, and OBC candidates.
QIs this recruitment open to General category candidates?
No. This is a Special Recruitment Drive against SC/ST/OBC backlog vacancies only; General/UR and EWS candidates are not eligible under this specific advertisement.
QHow many vacancies are there in SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
There are 1538 total vacancies: SC (207), ST (1219), and OBC (112), spread across 21 states/UTs.
QWhat is the last date to apply for SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026?
The online registration and fee payment window closes on 27.08.2026.
QWhat is the qualification required for SBI Junior Associate posts?
Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university (or equivalent), as on 31.12.2026. Final-year students can apply provisionally.
QWhat is the age limit for SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years as on 01.04.2026, with relaxation of 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST, plus further relaxation for PwBD, Ex-servicemen, and specified categories of women.
QWhat is the application fee for SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026?
There is no fee for SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS candidates. OBC candidates must pay ₹750/- (non-refundable).
QWhat is the salary for SBI Junior Associate (Clerk)?
The starting basic pay is ₹26,730/- per month, with total starting emoluments of approximately ₹46,000/- per month at a metro location like Mumbai, inclusive of DA and other allowances.
QWhat is the selection process for SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026?
Selection involves an online Preliminary Examination (100 marks), a Main Examination (200 marks), and a Local Language Proficiency Test for candidates who haven't studied the applied State's local language in Class 10 or 12.
QWhen is the SBI Clerk exam 2026?
The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for September 2026, and the Main Examination for October/November 2026.
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