The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification (Advt. No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17) for the recruitment of 9124 Junior Associate Clerk (Customer Support & Sales) vacancies. Interested candidates can apply online through the official SBI website before 31st August 2026. 

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SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Overview 

Organisation	State Bank of India
Post Name	Junior Associate Clerk (Customer Support & Sales)
Total Vacancies	9124 (Regular: 7680 + Backlog: 1444)
Qualification	Graduation in any discipline (completed by 31.12.2026)
Age Limit	20–28 years (as on 01.04.2026) with relaxations
Job Location	Multiple States/UTs across India
Application Mode	Online
Last Date to Apply	31/08/2026
Official Website	sbi.bank.in

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Vacancies Detail – SBI Junior Associate Clerk Recruitment 2026 

Post Name: 

Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) 

• Total Vacancies: 9124 (Regular: 7680 + Backlog: 1444) across multiple States/UTs 

• Qualification: 

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University or equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government (must be completed by 31.12.2026). 

• Matriculate Ex-servicemen with Indian Army Special Certificate of Education after 15 years of Armed Forces service are also eligible. 

• Age Limit (as on 01.04.2026): 

• 20 to 28 years (born between 02.04.1998 and 01.04.2006). 

• Relaxations: 

• OBC: +3 years 

• SC/ST: +5 years 

• PwBD (Gen/EWS): +10 years 

• PwBD (OBC): +13 years 

• PwBD (SC/ST): +15 years 

• Ex-Servicemen: Actual service + 3 years (maximum 50 years) 

• Widows/Divorced Women: +7 years (maximum 35/38/40 years depending on category) 

• Trained SBI Apprentices: Additional relaxation as applicable 

• Pay Scale: 

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

• Starting Basic Pay: ₹26,730/- (₹24,050/- + two advance increments for graduates) 

• Total Starting Emoluments (Metro cities like Mumbai): Approx. ₹46,000/- per month including DA and other allowances 

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Selection Procedure – SBI Junior Associate Clerk Recruitment 2026 

The recruitment process will be conducted in three phases. Below is the summarized selection procedure: 

Phase I – Preliminary Examination (Online) 

• Duration: 1 Hour 

• Total Marks: 100 

• Sections: 

• English Language – 30 Questions, 30 Marks (20 minutes) 

• Numerical Ability – 35 Questions, 35 Marks (20 minutes) 

• Reasoning Ability – 35 Questions, 35 Marks (20 minutes) 

• Negative Marking: ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer 

• Shortlisting: Approx. 10 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) will be called for the Main Exam 

• Note: No minimum qualifying marks prescribed for individual tests or aggregate 

Phase II – Main Examination (Online) 

• Duration: 2 Hours 40 Minutes 

• Total Marks: 200 

• Sections: 

• General/Financial Awareness – 50 Questions, 50 Marks (35 minutes) 

• General English – 40 Questions, 40 Marks (35 minutes) 

• Quantitative Aptitude – 50 Questions, 50 Marks (45 minutes) 

• Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude – 50 Questions, 60 Marks (45 minutes) 

• Negative Marking: ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer 

• Qualifying Marks: Minimum aggregate marks required (5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/XS/DXS) 

• Bonus Marks: Trained SBI Apprentices receive 2.5% bonus (5 marks out of 200) 

Phase III – Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) 

• Conducted after the Main Exam but before joining 

• Exemption: Candidates who studied the specified local language in Class 10th or 12th 

• Pattern: 

• Non-Verbal Test – Objective (15 marks) + Subjective (15 marks) 

• Verbal Test – 20 marks 

• Qualifying Marks: As decided by SBI (5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/XS/DXS) 

• Note: Candidates failing LLPT will not be offered appointment 

Final Merit List & Wait List 

• Merit List: Prepared state-wise and category-wise based on Main Exam marks only 

• Wait List: Up to 50% of vacancies maintained (state-category wise), valid for one year from the declaration of final result 

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Application Fees 

• SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS: Nil 

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹750/- 

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Important Dates 

• Start of Online Registration: 11/08/2026 

• Last Date to Apply & Fee Payment: 31/08/2026 

• Preliminary Exam (Tentative): September 2026 

• Main Exam (Tentative): November 2026 

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How to Apply – SBI Junior Associate Clerk Recruitment 2026 

Candidates must follow the official instructions carefully while completing the online application process. 

Step-by-Step Application Process 

1. Visit Official Website Go to SBI Careers – Current Openings. 

2. Open Recruitment Advertisement Click on the link for “Recruitment of Junior Associates 2026”. 

3. Read Notification Carefully Review the detailed advertisement to understand eligibility, instructions, and requirements. 

4. Prepare Documents Keep scanned copies ready as per specifications: 

1. Photograph 

2. Signature 

3. Left-hand thumb impression 

4. Handwritten declaration 

5. Fill Online Application Form Enter all required details accurately in the application form. 

6. Upload Documents Upload the scanned photograph, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration. 

7. Submit Application Form Double-check details before final submission. Note: No changes are allowed after submission. 

8. Pay Application Fee Make payment online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking. 

9. Save & Print Application After successful payment, an e-receipt and application form will be generated. Print and retain them for future reference. 

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Important Links 

• Apply Online [Click here] 

• Download Official Notification [Click here] 

• SBI Careers Website [Click here] 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – SBI Junior Associate Clerk Recruitment 2026 

What is the total number of vacancies? 

SBI has announced 9124 vacancies (Regular: 7680 + Backlog: 1444) for Junior Associate Clerk (Customer Support & Sales) posts across multiple States/UTs. 

What is the eligibility criteria? 

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University or equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. 

• Candidates must complete graduation on or before 31.12.2026. 

• Ex-servicemen with Indian Army Special Certificate of Education after 15 years of service are also eligible. 

What is the age limit for SBI Clerk 2026? 

• Minimum: 20 years 

• Maximum: 28 years (as on 01.04.2026) 

• Relaxations: OBC (+3 years), SC/ST (+5 years), PwBD (+10–15 years), Ex-Servicemen (service + 3 years, max 50 years), Widows/Divorced Women (+7 years). 

What is the pay scale for SBI Clerk 2026? 

• Starting Basic Pay: ₹26,730/- (including increments for graduates). 

• Approx. Monthly Emoluments in Metro cities: ₹46,000/- including DA and allowances. 

What is the selection process? 

The recruitment process includes: 

1. Preliminary Examination (Online) 

2. Main Examination (Online) 

3. Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) 

Final merit list will be prepared based on Main Exam marks only. 

What is the application fee? 

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹750/- 

• SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS: Nil 

What are the important dates? 

• Online Registration Start: 11/08/2026 

• Last Date to Apply: 31/08/2026 

• Preliminary Exam: September 2026 (Tentative) 

• Main Exam: November 2026 (Tentative) 

How can I apply online? 

Candidates must apply through the official SBI Careers portal: sbi.bank.in.