State Bank of India (SBI) has released two official recruitment notifications for the recruitment of 10,662 Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales) vacancies in the clerical cadre across various SBI branches in India.
Out of the total vacancies, 9,124 posts are under the regular recruitment drive, while 1,538 posts are reserved under a special recruitment drive for SC/ST/OBC backlog vacancies.
For Assam, a total of 246 vacancies are available. Candidates can apply for vacancies in one State/UT only and must have proficiency in the specified local language of the State/UT for which they apply.
Interested and eligible candidates can check this article for complete details regarding SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026, including vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, salary, application fee, exam pattern, selection process and online application procedure.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Name of Post | Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales) |
| Total Posts | 10,662 Posts |
| Assam Vacancy | 246 Posts |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 Years |
| Application Fee | ₹750/- |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Regular Drive | 11th to 31st August 2026 |
| Special Recruitment Drive | 7th to 27th August 2026 |
SBI Clerk Vacancy Details
Name of Post: Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales)
Total Vacancies: 10,662 Posts
The vacancies are divided into two recruitment drives:
- Regular Recruitment Drive: 9,124 Posts
- Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC Backlog: 1,538 Posts
SBI Clerk Vacancy in Assam
A total of 246 Junior Associate vacancies are available in Assam:
| Drive | Vacancies |
| Regular Drive | 207 |
| Special Recruitment Drive | 39 |
| Total | 246 |
SBI Clerk Exam Centres in Assam
Candidates applying for SBI Clerk vacancies in Assam may have examination centres at:
- Dibrugarh
- Guwahati
- Jorhat
- Silchar
- Tezpur
State-wise SBI Clerk Vacancy 2026
| State/UT | Regular Drive | Special Drive | Total |
| Andhra Pradesh | 0 | 88 | 88 |
| Gujarat | 635 | 289 | 924 |
| Karnataka | 799 | 120 | 919 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 272 | 134 | 406 |
| Chhattisgarh | 351 | 26 | 377 |
| Odisha | 1118 | 111 | 1229 |
| Chandigarh UT | 0 | 22 | 22 |
| Jammu & Kashmir UT | 89 | 42 | 131 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 25 | 11 | 36 |
| Punjab | 0 | 18 | 18 |
| Ladakh UT | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| Tamil Nadu | 1516 | 65 | 1581 |
| Telangana | 260 | 32 | 292 |
| Rajasthan | 425 | 106 | 531 |
| West Bengal | 704 | 55 | 759 |
| Andaman & Nicobar | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| Sikkim | 67 | 0 | 67 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 280 | 31 | 311 |
| Maharashtra | 1999 | 165 | 2164 |
| Goa | 63 | 0 | 63 |
| Delhi | 0 | 17 | 17 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 72 | 0 | 72 |
| Assam | 207 | 39 | 246 |
| Manipur | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| Meghalaya | 44 | 0 | 44 |
| Mizoram | 38 | 0 | 38 |
| Nagaland | 42 | 0 | 42 |
| Tripura | 56 | 22 | 78 |
| Bihar | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| Jharkhand | 0 | 133 | 133 |
| Total | 9,124 | 1,538 | 10,662 |
SBI Clerk Salary
Selected candidates for the post of Junior Associate will receive salary as per the SBI clerical cadre 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
Additional benefits and allowances will be applicable as per SBI rules.
Eligibility Criteria for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University or any 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 appearing in the final year/semester of graduation may also apply provisionally.
However, if selected provisionally, they must produce proof of having passed their graduation examination on or before 31st December 2026.
Local Language Proficiency
Candidates applying for vacancies in a particular State/UT must be able to read, write, speak and understand the specified local language of that State/UT.
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.
SBI Clerk 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 and 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 |
SBI Clerk Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
| UR/EWS | ₹750/- |
| OBC | ₹750/- |
| SC/ST | Nil |
| XS/DXS | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
Payment Mode
Candidates can pay the application fee online using:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
How to Apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SBI Careers portal.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official SBI Careers website.
- Go to the Important Web-Links section below.
- Click on the appropriate Online Application Form link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Enter your personal and educational details.
- Upload your photograph, signature and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Carefully review all details before submitting the application.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Dates of SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
Special Recruitment Drive
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 7th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27th August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | September 2026, Tentative |
| Main Examination | October/November 2026, Tentative |
Regular Recruitment Drive
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 11th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31st August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | September 2026, Tentative |
| Main Examination | November 2026, Tentative |
SBI Clerk Selection Process
The selection process for SBI Junior Associate consists of:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test
The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination are not added to the final merit list. Final selection is based on performance in the Main Examination, subject to fulfillment of other eligibility requirements.
SBI Clerk Exam Pattern 2026
Phase I: Preliminary Examination
The SBI Clerk Preliminary Examination will be an online objective test carrying 100 marks.
| Subject | 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 |
Each section will have a separate time limit.
There will be negative marking for incorrect answers. 1/4th of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Candidates approximately 10 times the number of vacancies, subject to availability and as decided by SBI, will be shortlisted for the Main Examination.
Phase II: SBI Clerk Main Examination
The Main Examination will consist of 190 questions carrying 200 marks with a total duration of 160 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | 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 |
There will be 1/4th negative marking for each wrong answer in the objective tests.
Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks on aggregate as prescribed by SBI. No minimum qualifying marks are prescribed for individual subjects.
Local Language Proficiency Test
Candidates who qualify for selection and have not produced a Class 10 or Class 12 certificate showing that they studied the specified local language may have to appear for a Local Language Proficiency Test.
Candidates who fail to qualify in the required local language test will not be offered appointment.
For candidates applying for Assam vacancies, proficiency in the specified local language is an important eligibility requirement as prescribed by SBI.
Final Selection
The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination will not be considered for preparing the final merit list.
The final merit list will be prepared based on the aggregate marks obtained in the Main Examination, along with fulfillment of the applicable local language and other eligibility requirements.
The merit list will be prepared State-wise and category-wise.
SBI Clerk Helpdesk
Candidates facing problems related to application submission, fee payment, or receipt of admission/call letters may contact the SBI recruitment helpdesk:
Phone: 022-22820427
Timing: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Bank working days
Candidates may also raise their queries through the prescribed grievance/query portal.
Important Web-Links of SBI Clerk Recruitment
| Links | Details |
| Online Application Form (Regular) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Regular Drive) | Click Here |
| Online Application Form (SRD) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (SRD for SC/ ST/ OBC) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
SBI has announced a total of 10,662 Junior Associate vacancies.
Q2. How many SBI Clerk vacancies are available in Assam?
There are 246 vacancies for Junior Associate posts in Assam.
Q3. What is the educational qualification for SBI Clerk?
Candidates must have a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification.
Q4. What is the age limit for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 1st April 2026, subject to applicable age relaxation.
Q5. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹750 for UR/EWS/OBC candidates. SC/ST, PwBD and eligible other exempted categories do not have to pay the fee.
Q6. Can final-year graduation students apply?
Yes. Final-year/semester students can apply provisionally, subject to the condition that they produce proof of passing graduation by 31st December 2026 if provisionally selected.
Q7. Is local language knowledge required?
Yes. Candidates applying for a particular State/UT must be proficient in the specified local language of that State/UT.
Q8. How many stages are there in SBI Clerk selection?
The selection process consists of the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Local Language Proficiency Test, wherever applicable.
Q9. Will Preliminary Exam marks be included in the final merit list?
No. Preliminary Examination marks are not added to the final merit list. The Main Examination marks are considered for final merit.
Q10. What is the last date to apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?
For the Special Recruitment Drive, the last date is 27th August 2026. For the Regular Recruitment Drive, the last date is 31st August 2026.
Conclusion
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 is a major banking recruitment opportunity with 10,662 Junior Associate vacancies, including 246 vacancies in Assam. Graduate candidates who meet the age and local language requirements can apply online through the SBI recruitment portal.
Candidates should carefully select their preferred State/UT because they can apply for vacancies in one State/UT only and can appear for the test only once under this recruitment project.
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