SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7680+ Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) Posts

The Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, State Bank of India (SBI), Mumbai has released the official recruitment notification (Advt. No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17) for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre. A total of 7,680 regular vacancies (along with backlog vacancies) have been announced across multiple States and UTs. Eligible Indian citizens can submit their applications online through the official portal from 11 August 2026 to 31 August 2026.

SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) 2026 Notification Overview

State Bank of India conducts the Junior Associate examination annually to recruit clerical staff for customer support, sales, banking advisory, and allied operations. Candidates can apply for vacancies in only one State/UT and must be proficient in the opted local language of that specific state.

The selection process comprises a two-tier online examination (Preliminary & Main Examination) followed by a Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) for qualified candidates prior to appointment.

Category-Wise Regular Vacancy Breakup

Eligibility Criteria

1. Age Limit (As on 01.04.2026):

• Candidates must be between 20 years and 28 years of age (born not earlier than 02.04.1998 and not later than 01.04.2006, both days inclusive).
• Upper Age Relaxation:
  • SC / ST: 5 years
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
  • PwBD (General/EWS): 10 years
  • PwBD (OBC): 13 years
  • PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
  • Ex-Servicemen / Disabled Ex-Servicemen: Actual military service + 3 years (8 years for SC/ST DXS), max up to 50 years.
  • Widows, Divorced women, judicially separated women (not remarried): 7 years (Max 35 yrs for Gen/EWS, 38 yrs for OBC, 40 yrs for SC/ST).
  • Trained Apprentices of SBI: 1 year (GEN/EWS), 4 years (OBC), 6 years (SC/ST), up to 16 years for PwBD SC/ST.

2. Educational Qualification (As on 31.12.2026):

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
• Candidates in the final year/semester of graduation are also eligible to apply provisionally, provided they produce proof of having passed on or before 31.12.2026.
• Matriculate Ex-Servicemen with Indian Army Special Certificate of Education (or Navy/Air Force equivalent) having at least 15 years of armed forces service are also eligible.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern

The selection process consists of Phase-I (Preliminary Exam), Phase-II (Main Exam), and Phase-III (Local Language Proficiency Test).

Phase-I: Online Preliminary Examination (100 Marks | 1 Hour)

* Negative Marking: 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer. There are no sectional cut-off marks.

Phase-II: Online Main Examination (200 Marks | 2 Hours 40 Minutes)

* Trained apprentices of SBI will get 2.5% bonus marks (5 marks out of 200) in the Main Examination subject to conditions.

Phase-III: Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)

Candidates who have studied the specified opted local language in 10th or 12th standard (evidenced via mark sheet) are exempt. Others must clear the objective, subjective, and verbal test of the opted local language before final appointment.

Pay Scale & Emoluments

Pay Scale: ₹24050-1340/3-28070-1650/3-33020-2000/4-41020-2340/7-57400-4400/1-61800-2680/1-64480.

The starting basic pay is ₹26,730/- (₹24,050/- plus two advance increments admissible to graduates). Total starting emoluments at metro locations like Mumbai will be approximately ₹46,000/- per month inclusive of D.A., HRA, and other allowances.

Application Fee

Fee payment can be made online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking. Fees once paid are non-refundable.

How to Apply for SBI Clerk 2026?

1. Locate the Important Web Links Section.
2. Looks for Online Application Portal, and click on the link “Click Here”
3. Click on “Click here for New Registration” and complete basic details to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
4. Fill in educational qualification, work experience, category, and preferred examination centre details.
5. Upload digital scanned copies of Photograph, Live Photo Capture, Signature, Left Hand Thumb Impression, and Hand-Written Declaration as per guidelines.
6. Preview the application form carefully and ensure all particulars are correct before final submission.
7. Pay the application fee of ₹750/- (if applicable) through the integrated online payment gateway.
8. Download and print the e-receipt and completed application form for future reference.

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