SBI Clerk Exam Date 2026, Notification, Vacancy & Apply Online

SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 — Latest Update

The State Bank of India (SBI) released the SBI Clerk 2026 Special Recruitment Drive notification on 7 August 2026 (Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16). This drive fills backlog vacancies reserved for SC, ST, and OBC categories across 21 SBI circles. The online application window is open from 7 to 27 August 2026 at ibpsreg.ibps.in.

Candidates can apply for only one State/UT and appear for the exam only once under this recruitment. Selection is through Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT).

SBI Clerk 2026 Notification Overview

SBI Clerk Important Dates 2026

SBI Clerk Vacancy 2026 — State-wise Breakdown (Backlog: SC/ST/OBC Only)

All 1,538 vacancies are backlog seats reserved for SC, ST, and OBC categories. General/EWS candidates are not eligible for this special drive. The distribution across SBI circles is given below:

Note: Candidates can apply for only one State/UT. There is no inter-state transfer facility for Junior Associates after joining.

How to Apply for SBI Clerk 2026 Online

Applications are accepted only through online mode. The direct link is active on ibpsreg.ibps.in. Follow these steps:

1. 1
   Visit Official Website — Go to sbi.co.in or the direct application link at ibpsreg.ibps.in/sbijasrdjl26/
2. 2
   New Registration — Click "New Registration" and enter your basic details (name, email, mobile number) to get your provisional registration number and password.
3. 3
   Fill Application Form — Log in using your registration number and fill in personal details, educational qualification, category, and preferred State/UT (only one State allowed).
4. 4
   Upload Documents — Upload scanned photograph (4.5 x 3.5 cm, JPG, 20–50 KB) and signature (JPG, 10–20 KB) in the specified format.
5. 5
   Pay Application Fee — OBC candidates pay Rs. 750 online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI). SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM candidates are exempt from fee.
6. 6
   Submit & Print — Review all details, submit the form, and take a printout or PDF of the application form for future reference.

Last date to apply: 27 August 2026. No applications will be accepted after this date.

SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026

Nationality

• Citizen of India
• Subject of Nepal or Bhutan
• Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with intention to permanently settle
• Person of Indian origin (PIO) who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with intention to permanently settle

Age Limit (as on 1 April 2026)

Minimum age: 20 years — Maximum age: 28 years (born between 2 April 1998 and 1 April 2006, both inclusive)

Educational Qualification

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University or equivalent
• Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) holders are eligible, provided they complete the course on or before 31 December 2026
• Final-year graduation students can apply provisionally but must submit proof of passing before 31 December 2026 if selected
• Degree date considered: date on mark sheet / degree certificate / provisional certificate / official university result

Computer Literacy

• Certificate / Diploma / Degree in Computer Operations or Language from a recognised institute, OR
• Computer / Information Technology as a subject at SSC, HSC, or degree level, OR
• Completion of a Computer Course of at least 6 months duration from a recognised institution

SBI Clerk Application Fee 2026

The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online before the deadline of 27 August 2026.

Payment accepted via: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI

SBI Clerk Exam Date 2026

The State Bank of India will release the exact exam schedule on the official portal at sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings. Based on the recruitment timeline, the expected schedule is as follows:

Bookmark this page for exact exam date updates as and when SBI releases them on sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings.

SBI Clerk Exam Pattern 2026

The SBI Clerk selection is conducted in three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT). All exams are conducted in online (CBT) mode. Negative marking of 1/4 mark applies for every wrong answer in Prelims and Mains.

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination

100 questions, 100 marks, 1 hour with sectional timings. Qualifying nature — marks used only to shortlist for Mains.

Stage 2: Main Examination

190 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours 40 minutes with sectional timings. Mains marks determine the final merit list.

Stage 3: Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)

Qualifying in nature. Only candidates who did not study the local language of their chosen State at Class 10 or Class 12 level need to appear. The test assesses reading, writing, and comprehension of the local language (50 marks total).

SBI Clerk Syllabus 2026

Prelims Syllabus

Mains Syllabus

SBI Clerk Selection Process 2026

The selection for SBI Junior Associate involves three stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to move to the next.

1. 1
   Preliminary Examination — Online CBT with 100 questions (100 marks, 1 hour). Only shortlisting purpose; Prelims marks are NOT counted in the final merit list.
2. 2
   Main Examination — Online CBT with 190 questions (200 marks, 2 hours 40 minutes). Main marks form the basis of the final merit list. Sectional and overall cutoffs apply.
3. 3
   Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) — Qualifying test for candidates who have not studied the local language of their chosen state at 10th or 12th standard. Failure to qualify disqualifies the candidate even after clearing Mains.

Final selection is based solely on Mains marks, subject to qualifying the LLPT. No interview stage.

SBI Clerk Salary 2026

The SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) salary is structured as basic pay plus allowances. Graduate candidates receive two advance increments on the starting basic pay.

Additional Benefits

• Dearness Allowance (DA) — revised quarterly based on CPI
• House Rent Allowance (HRA) — varies by city class (metro / urban / rural)
• Medical Aid & hospitalisation benefits
• Provident Fund (PF) and New Pension Scheme (NPS)
• Leave Fare Concession (LFC) and travel allowance
• Subsidised loan facilities (home, car, education)
• Annual performance-linked increments

How to Prepare for SBI Clerk 2026

With the Prelims expected in September 2026, you have roughly 5–6 weeks from the application deadline. Here is a focused preparation strategy:

1. 1
   Master the Prelims Pattern — Focus on English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. Speed and accuracy are key. Practice at least 3 full-length mock tests per week and analyse your weak areas.
2. 2
   Build a Daily Study Routine — Allocate 3–4 hours daily: 1 hour Quant, 1 hour Reasoning, 1 hour English. Use short daily quizzes for speed building. Do not skip days close to the exam.
3. 3
   Current Affairs for Mains — Start reading current affairs daily from now. Focus on RBI policy, banking sector news, government schemes, and economic indicators. Read at least one banking newspaper or credible daily digest.
4. 4
   Practise Data Interpretation — DI is heavily weighted in Mains. Practise all DI types (bar, line, pie, table, caselet) daily. Work on calculation shortcuts for faster problem-solving.
5. 5
   Attempt Section-wise Mock Tests — After covering basics, shift to full-length mock tests. Review every test thoroughly — identify mistakes, understand concepts, and track improvement over time.
6. 6
   Revise & Strengthen Computer Aptitude — Computer Aptitude is part of the Mains Reasoning section and is relatively easier to score in. Cover MS Office, internet basics, input-output devices, and keyboard shortcuts in 2–3 days.

SBI Clerk Mock Test 2026 — Practice Free

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Frequently Asked Questions — SBI Clerk 2026