SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 — 9124 Junior Associate Vacancies, Apply by 31 Aug
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Job Summary:
• Who: State Bank of India (SBI)
• What: Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) — 9124 vacancies
• When: Apply online from 11 August to 31 August 2026
• Where: All States and Union Territories of India
• Salary: ₹26,000–₹29,000 per month (approximate in-hand)
• Official Website: sbi.co.in
Key Dates — SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam (Phase-I) | To be announced |
| Main Exam (Phase-II) | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | Before the exam |
Application Fees — SBI Junior Associates 2026
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | ₹0 (No fee) |
Pay the fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. No offline payment accepted.
Age Limit (as on 01 April 2026)
| Minimum Age | 20 years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 28 years |
Age Relaxation Rules:
• OBC: +3 years
• SC/ST: +5 years
• PwBD: +10–15 years (depends on disability category)
• Ex-Servicemen: As per SBI rules
Vacancy Details & Who Can Apply — SBI Clerk 2026
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 9124 posts |
| Regular Vacancies | 7680 posts |
| Backlog Vacancies | 1444 posts |
| Education Needed | Graduation in any discipline (passed or appearing in final year) |
| Language Skill | Must read, write, speak, and understand the local language of the state/UT you apply for |
State-Wise Vacancies — SBI Clerk 2026
SBI has released vacancies for all states and UTs, including:
| State/UT | Language Required | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi / Urdu | 250 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 1718 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 1410 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Nepali | 555 |
| Odisha | Odia | 1100 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 760 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 330 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 350 |
For full state-wise breakdown, download the official notification linked below.
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Selection Process — SBI Clerk 2026
Your selection happens in 3 stages:
- Phase-I: Preliminary Exam (100 marks, 1 hour)
- English Language: 30 questions (20 minutes)
- Numerical Ability: 35 questions (20 minutes)
- Reasoning Ability: 35 questions (20 minutes)
- Phase-II: Main Exam (200 marks, 2 hours 40 minutes)
- General/Financial Awareness: 50 questions (35 minutes)
- General English: 40 questions (35 minutes)
- Quantitative Aptitude: 50 questions (45 minutes)
- Reasoning & Computer Aptitude: 50 questions (45 minutes)
- Local Language Test (LLT)
- You’ll be tested on reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the local language of the state/UT you applied for.
Important Notes:
• No interview for this post.
• Negative marking: ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer in both Prelims and Mains.
• You must pass each stage to move to the next.
How to Apply Online for SBI Clerk 2026
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Visit the official SBI careers page: Go to sbi.co.in/web/careers and click on “Current Openings.”
- Find the Clerk notification: Look for “RECRUITMENT OF JUNIOR ASSOCIATES (CUSTOMER SUPPORT & SALES) 2026” and click it.
- Register yourself: Fill in your basic details (name, mobile number, email) to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Fill the application form: Enter your personal details, education, and choose your preferred state and local language carefully.
- Upload documents: Scan and upload:
- Passport Photo (20–50 KB, JPEG)
- Signature (10–20 KB, JPEG)
- Left Thumb Impression (20–50 KB, JPEG)
- Handwritten Declaration (50–100 KB, JPEG)
Use our SBI Photo & Signature Resizer Tool to adjust your files to the correct size.
- Pay the fee: Pay ₹750 (if applicable) online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. SC/ST/PwBD/ESM candidates pay nothing.
- Submit and save: After submitting, download and print your application form and e-receipt for future reference.
Need help? Check our SBI Clerk Syllabus Guide to start your exam prep early!
Important Links — SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
• Apply Online: Click Here (Active from 11 Aug 2026)
• Official Notification PDF: Download Now
• Official Website: sbi.co.in
• SBI Clerk Syllabus: Check Exam Pattern & Topics
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What’s the last date to apply for SBI Clerk 2026?
You can apply online until 31 August 2026 (11:59 PM). The fee must also be paid by this date.
Q2. Can final-year students apply?
Yes! If you’re in the final year of your graduation, you’re eligible to apply. Just ensure you complete your degree before the document verification stage.
Q3. Is there an interview for SBI Clerk?
No, there’s no interview. Selection is based on your Prelims score, Mains score, and Local Language Test performance.
Q4. How do I know which local language to choose?
You must pick the local language of the state/UT you’re applying for. For example, if you apply for Tamil Nadu, you must know Tamil. Check the official notification for the full list.
Q5. What’s the salary for SBI Clerk?
The starting basic pay is around ₹19,900–₹23,700 (varies by location), with total in-hand salary approximately ₹26,000–₹29,000 per month after allowances.
