The State Bank of India (SBI) has invited online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the Clerical Cadre. A total of 10662 vacancies have been announced across various states and union territories of India. Interested candidates can submit their online applications through the official SBI career portal within the prescribed dates.
SBI Clerk 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Total Vacancies | 10662 |
| Job Type | Bank Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Last Date | 31/08/2026 |
| Official Website | https://sbi.bank.in |
Important Dates
| Particulars | Special Recruitment Drive (SC/ST/OBC Backlog Vacancies) | Regular Drive (All Categories) |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 7th August 2026 | 11th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27th August 2026 | 31st August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | September 2026 (Tentative) | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Examination | October/November 2026 (Tentative) | November 2026 (Tentative) |
SBI Clerk 2026 Vacancy Details
| Name of the Posts | Regular Vacancy | Backlog Vacancy | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) | 9124 | 1538 | 10662 |
Sate-Wise Vacancy
| State/UT | Regular Drive | Special Drive for SC/ST/OBC | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 0 | 88 | 88 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 72 | 0 | 72 |
| Assam | 207 | 39 | 246 |
| Bihar | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| Chandigarh UT | 0 | 22 | 22 |
| Chhattisgarh | 351 | 26 | 377 |
| Delhi | 0 | 17 | 17 |
| Goa | 63 | 0 | 63 |
| Gujarat | 635 | 289 | 924 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 25 | 11 | 36 |
| Jammu & Kashmir UT | 89 | 42 | 131 |
| Jharkhand | 0 | 133 | 133 |
| Karnataka | 799 | 120 | 919 |
| Ladakh UT | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 272 | 134 | 406 |
| Maharashtra | 1999 | 165 | 2164 |
| Manipur | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| Meghalaya | 44 | 0 | 44 |
| Mizoram | 38 | 0 | 38 |
| Nagaland | 42 | 0 | 42 |
| Odisha | 1118 | 111 | 1229 |
| Punjab | 0 | 18 | 18 |
| Rajasthan | 425 | 106 | 531 |
| Sikkim | 67 | 0 | 67 |
| Tamil Nadu | 1516 | 65 | 1581 |
| Telangana | 260 | 32 | 292 |
| Tripura | 56 | 22 | 78 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 280 | 31 | 311 |
| West Bengal | 704 | 55 | 759 |
| Total | 9124 | 1538 | 10662 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Final year/semester students may also apply provisionally, provided they produce proof of passing the graduation examination on or before 31 December 2026.
Age Limit
As on 01 April 2026
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age Relaxation
- OBC: 3 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- PwBD: As per Government norms
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
- Other eligible categories: As mentioned in the official notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / XS / DXS | Nil |
| OBC | ₹750/- |
Salary
- Pay Scale: ₹24,050 – ₹64,480
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹26,730
- Approximate starting monthly emoluments in metro cities: ₹46,000 including allowances and benefits.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test (if applicable)
The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination will not be counted for final merit. Final selection will be based on Main Examination marks and qualifying the local language test wherever applicable.
Preliminary Exam Pattern
| 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 | 1 Hour |
Main Exam Pattern
| 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 | 2 Hours 40 Minutes |
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the SBI Careers portal.
- Open the Junior Associate 2026 online application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in the application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Points
- Candidates can apply for only one State/UT.
- Knowledge of the specified local language is mandatory.
- There is no inter-state transfer after appointment.
- Candidates who studied the local language in Class 10 or 12 are exempted from the language proficiency test.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Apply Link (Regular) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Regular Drive) | Click Here |
| Online Apply Link (SRD) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (SRD) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available in SBI Clerk 2026?
A total of 10662 Junior Associate vacancies have been announced.
2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online registration is 27 August 2026.
3. What is the qualification required?
Candidates must possess a Graduate degree from a recognized university.
4. What is the age limit?
Candidates should be between 20 and 28 years as on 01 April 2026.
5. How many vacancies are available for Assam?
There are 39 vacancies for Assam.
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