The State Bank of India (SBI) has published an official notification inviting online applications for 1,538 Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) posts in the clerical cadre. This recruitment is being conducted as a Special Recruitment Drive to fill backlog vacancies reserved for SC, ST, and OBC categories across various SBI branches in India.
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 7th August 2026 to 27th August 2026 through the official SBI Careers portal. Applicants are allowed to apply for only one State/UT and must possess proficiency in the prescribed local language of the selected State/UT.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,538 Posts |
| Job Type | Bank Jobs |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 Years |
| Application Fee | ₹750 (General/OBC/EWS) |
| Starting Date | 7 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 |
SBI Clerk Vacancy 2026
North Eastern States Vacancy
| State | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assam | 39 |
| Tripura | 22 |
| Total | 61 Posts |
Examination Centres in Assam
- Guwahati
- Dibrugarh
- Jorhat
- Silchar
- Tezpur
State-wise Vacancy Details
| State/UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 88 |
| Karnataka | 120 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 134 |
| Chhattisgarh | 26 |
| Odisha | 111 |
| Chandigarh | 22 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 42 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 11 |
| Punjab | 18 |
| Tamil Nadu | 65 |
| Telangana | 32 |
| Rajasthan | 106 |
| West Bengal | 55 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 31 |
| Maharashtra | 165 |
| Delhi | 17 |
| Gujarat | 289 |
| Assam | 39 |
| Tripura | 22 |
| Bihar | 12 |
| Jharkhand | 133 |
| Grand Total | 1,538 Posts |
SBI Clerk Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive a starting basic pay of ₹24,050 along with admissible allowances.
Pay Scale
₹24,050 – 64,480 (as per SBI pay matrix)
SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification approved by the Central Government.
Final Year Students
Candidates studying in the final year or final semester of graduation are also eligible to apply. However, they must produce proof of passing the qualifying examination on or before 31 December 2026 if selected.
Local Language Requirement
Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the local language of the State/UT for which they are applying.
Candidates who have studied the relevant local language in Class 10 or Class 12 will generally be exempted from the language proficiency test.
SBI Clerk Age Limit
As on 1 April 2026
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Candidates should have been born between:
- 02 April 1998
- 01 April 2006 (both dates inclusive)
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750 |
| SC | Nil |
| ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen (Eligible) | Nil |
Payment Modes
Applicants can pay the fee through:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Test (where applicable)
- Document Verification
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 7 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Exam | October/November 2026 (Tentative) |
How to Apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official SBI Careers website.
- Open the Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Complete the online registration process.
- Fill in all personal and educational information carefully.
- Upload your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Verify all entered details before submitting the form.
- Submit the application and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Points
- Applications are accepted only in online mode.
- Candidates can apply for only one State/UT.
- Multiple applications for different States/UTs will not be accepted.
- Ensure all eligibility conditions are fulfilled before applying.
- Keep scanned copies of your documents ready before starting the application process.
Important Web-Links of SBI Vacancy
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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