State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official recruitment notification for 1538 Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales) vacancies in the clerical cadre across various branches of SBI in India. This recruitment is being conducted as a Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC backlog vacancies.
Eligible candidates can apply for vacancies in one State/UT only and can appear for the examination only once under this recruitment project. Candidates must also have proficiency in the specified local language of the State/UT for which they are applying.
The online application process for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 has started from 7th August 2026, and the last date to apply online is 27th August 2026.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Name of Post | Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales) |
| Total Posts | 1538 Posts |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 Years |
| Application Fee | ₹750/- / Nil |
| Application Start Date | 7th August 2026 |
| Last Date | 27th August 2026 |
| Job Type | Bank Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 |
SBI Clerk Vacancy Details
Name of Post: Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales)
Total Vacancies: 1538 Posts
North Eastern State-wise Vacancy
| State | No. of Posts | Local Language |
| Assam | 39 | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo |
| Tripura | 22 | Bengali / Kokborok |
| Total | 61 |
State-wise Vacancy
| State/UT | Total Posts | SC | ST | OBC |
| Andhra Pradesh | 88 | – | 88 | – |
| Karnataka | 120 | 85 | 35 | – |
| Madhya Pradesh | 134 | – | 134 | – |
| Chhattisgarh | 26 | – | 26 | – |
| Odisha | 111 | – | 111 | – |
| Chandigarh UT | 22 | – | – | 22 |
| Jammu & Kashmir UT | 42 | – | 42 | – |
| Himachal Pradesh | 11 | 11 | – | – |
| Punjab | 18 | – | – | 18 |
| Tamil Nadu | 65 | 65 | – | – |
| Telangana | 32 | – | 32 | – |
| Rajasthan | 106 | 20 | 86 | – |
| West Bengal | 55 | – | – | 55 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 31 | – | 31 | – |
| Maharashtra | 165 | – | 165 | – |
| Delhi | 17 | – | – | 17 |
| Gujarat | 289 | – | 289 | – |
| Assam | 39 | – | 39 | – |
| Tripura | 22 | – | 22 | – |
| Bihar | 12 | 12 | – | – |
| Jharkhand | 133 | 14 | 119 | – |
| Total | 1538 | 207 | 1219 | 112 |
SBI Clerk Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed as Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre of SBI.
The pay scale is:
₹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
Other applicable allowances and benefits will be provided as per SBI rules.
Eligibility Criteria for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years of age as on 1st April 2026.
Candidates must have been born:
- Not earlier than 2nd April 1998
- Not later than 1st April 2006
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
Candidates possessing an Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) must ensure that the date of passing the IDD is on or before 31st December 2026.
Final Year Students
Candidates who are appearing in the final year or final semester of graduation may also apply provisionally.
However, if selected, they must produce proof of having passed the graduation examination on or before 31st December 2026.
Local Language Proficiency
Candidates applying for a particular State/UT must be proficient in the specified local language of that State/UT.
The candidate should be able to:
- Read
- Write
- Speak
- Understand
the specified local language.
Candidates who have studied the specified local language in Class 10 or Class 12 and can produce the relevant mark sheet/certificate will not be required to appear for the language test.
For Assam, the specified languages include Assamese, Bengali and Bodo.
SBI Clerk Application Fee
The category-wise application fee is as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
| OBC | ₹750/- |
| SC/ST | Nil |
| XS/DXS | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
How to Apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official SBI Careers portal.
Candidates may follow these steps:
- Scroll down and visit the Important Web-Links section.
- Click on the Online Application Form link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Enter your personal and educational details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and other documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Carefully verify all details before submitting the application.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Dates of SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 7th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27th August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Examination | October/November 2026 (Tentative) |
SBI Clerk Selection Process
The selection process for SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 consists of:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test
The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination will not be counted for preparation of the final merit list. Final selection will be based on performance in the Main Examination, subject to fulfillment of all other requirements.
SBI Clerk Exam Pattern 2026
Preliminary Examination
The SBI Clerk Preliminary Examination will be conducted online for 100 marks with a total duration of 60 minutes.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
There will be a separate time limit for each section.
Negative Marking
For every incorrect answer, 1/4th of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted.
There will be no minimum qualifying marks prescribed for individual sections or the overall examination, as per the recruitment details.
Candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Examination based on their aggregate marks in the Preliminary Examination. Approximately 10 times the number of vacancies, subject to availability, may be shortlisted.
SBI Clerk Main Examination Pattern
The Main Examination will be conducted online.
| Section | Questions | Maximum 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 | 160 Minutes |
Each section will have a separate time limit.
Negative Marking in Main Exam
There will be negative marking for incorrect answers. 1/4th of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted for every wrong answer.
Candidates must obtain the minimum qualifying marks prescribed by the Bank in the aggregate.
Local Language Proficiency Test
Candidates who qualify for selection and have studied the specified local language in Class 10 or Class 12 will not be required to appear for the language test.
Other provisionally selected candidates will have to qualify in the specified local language test before joining.
Candidates who fail the language test will not be offered appointment.
For the purpose of the language proficiency test, candidates must be able to read, write, speak and understand the specified local language.
Final Selection
The Preliminary Examination is only for shortlisting candidates for the Main Examination.
The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination will not be added to the final merit list.
The final merit list will be prepared based on the aggregate marks obtained in the Main Examination, subject to qualifying in the local language test and fulfilling other eligibility conditions.
The merit list will be prepared State-wise and category-wise.
SBI Clerk Exam Centres in Assam
Candidates from Assam can expect examination centres at the following locations:
- Dibrugarh
- Guwahati
- Jorhat
- Silchar
- Tezpur
Candidates should check their admit card for the final examination centre allotted by SBI.
SBI Clerk Recruitment Helpdesk
For problems related to application submission, fee payment, or downloading the admission/call letter, candidates may contact the SBI recruitment helpdesk.
Phone: 022-22820427
Time: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Bank working days
Candidates may also submit their queries through the designated grievance portal.
Important Web-Links of SBI Clerk Recruitment
| Links | Details |
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
SBI has announced a total of 1538 Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales) vacancies under this special recruitment drive.
Q2. Is SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 a regular recruitment?
This recruitment is a Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC backlog vacancies.
Q3. What is the educational qualification for SBI Clerk?
Candidates must be a Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
Q4. What is the age limit for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years of age as on 1st April 2026, subject to applicable age relaxation.
Q5. What is the application fee?
The application fee mentioned for the recruitment is ₹750 for OBC candidates, while SC/ST, XS/DXS and PwBD candidates are exempted from the fee.
Q6. How many SBI Clerk vacancies are available in Assam?
There are 39 vacancies in Assam under this recruitment drive.
Q7. Which languages are applicable for Assam?
Candidates applying for Assam should have proficiency in the specified local language, namely Assamese, Bengali or Bodo.
Q8. What is the SBI Clerk Preliminary Exam pattern?
The Preliminary Examination consists of 100 questions for 100 marks with a duration of 60 minutes. It includes English Language, Numerical Ability and Reasoning Ability.
Q9. Is there negative marking in the SBI Clerk exam?
Yes. 1/4th of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for an incorrect answer in the objective tests.
Q10. Are Preliminary Exam marks counted for final selection?
No. Marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination are used for shortlisting candidates and are not counted for the final merit list.
Q11. What is the last date to apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 27th August 2026.
Conclusion
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 provides an opportunity for eligible graduates to join the State Bank of India as Junior Associates (Customer Support and Sales). A total of 1538 backlog vacancies have been announced, including 39 vacancies in Assam.
Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements and possess the required local language proficiency should complete their online application before 27th August 2026. Applicants should carefully read the official notification and verify all details before submitting the form.
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