SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026: 10,662 Junior Associate Posts

SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the State Bank of India (SBI) for 10,662 Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales) posts in the clerical cadre. The recruitment includes regular vacancies as well as a special recruitment drive for SC, ST and OBC backlog vacancies. Eligible graduates can apply online through the SBI careers portal.

Candidates can apply for vacancies in only one State or Union Territory and must have proficiency in the specified local language of the selected State or UT.

SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Highlights

Vacancy Details

SBI has notified 9,124 vacancies under the regular recruitment drive and 1,538 vacancies under the special recruitment drive for SC, ST and OBC backlog vacancies.

Assam has a total of 246 vacancies, including 207 regular vacancies and 39 special-drive vacancies. Examination centres in Assam include Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar and Tezpur.

SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government.

Candidates appearing in the final year or semester of graduation may also apply provisionally. However, they must produce proof of passing the graduation examination on or before 31 December 2026, if selected.

Candidates with an Integrated Dual Degree must ensure that the date of passing the IDD is on or before 31 December 2026.

Local Language Requirement

Candidates applying for a particular State or UT must be able to read, write, speak and understand the specified local language of that State or UT. Candidates who studied the required local language in Class 10 or Class 12 and have the relevant marksheet or certificate may not have to appear for the language test.

Age Limit

The applicant’s age should be between 20 and 28 years as on 1 April 2026. The candidate must have been born between 2 April 1998 and 1 April 2006, including both dates.

Application Fee

The application fee varies according to the candidate’s category.

The fee can be paid through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.

SBI Clerk Selection Process

The selection process consists of the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and the specified local language test wherever applicable.

Preliminary Examination

The Preliminary Examination will carry 100 marks and have a duration of one hour.

There will be a negative marking of one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question for each incorrect answer. Candidates shortlisted for the Main Examination will be selected based on their aggregate Preliminary Examination performance.

Main Examination

The Main Examination will contain 190 questions carrying 200 marks, with a total duration of 160 minutes.

One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every wrong answer in the objective tests.

The Preliminary Examination marks will not be added to the final merit list. Final merit will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the Main Examination.

Important Dates

The recruitment has two application schedules.

The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for September 2026. The Main Examination for the special drive is expected in October/November 2026, while the regular-drive Main Examination is tentatively scheduled for November 2026.

How to Apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SBI careers portal. Applicants should carefully enter their personal, educational and other required details.

The basic application process is as follows:

1. Visit the SBI careers website.
2. Open the Junior Associate recruitment notification.
3. Select the appropriate online application link.
4. Register and enter the required personal and educational information.
5. Upload the photograph, signature and other documents.
6. Pay the applicable application fee.
7. Check all details before submitting the form.
8. Submit the application and save or print a copy for future reference.

Candidates should apply only for one State or UT and ensure that they meet the local language requirement before submitting the application.

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Salary

Selected Junior Associates will receive pay according to the SBI clerical cadre pay scale. The advertised pay scale is Rs. 24,050 to Rs. 64,480, subject to the applicable increments and service conditions.

Important Points for Candidates

Candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying. Since the recruitment is State/UT based, applicants should select their preferred location carefully. The Preliminary Examination is only a screening stage, while the Main Examination marks are considered for final merit.

Candidates should also ensure that their graduation qualification, age, category certificates and local language eligibility satisfy the prescribed requirements.

FAQs

What is SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?

SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive by the State Bank of India for 10,662 Junior Associate posts.

How many SBI Clerk vacancies are available in Assam?

There are 246 Junior Associate vacancies in Assam.

What is the qualification for SBI Clerk 2026?

Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification.

What is the age limit for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026?

The age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 1 April 2026, with applicable relaxation for reserved categories.

What is the application fee for SBI Clerk 2026?

The application fee is Rs. 750 for UR, EWS and OBC candidates. SC, ST, PwBD and specified other exempt categories do not have to pay the application fee.

When is the last date to apply for SBI Clerk 2026?

The last date is 27 August 2026 for the special recruitment drive and 31 August 2026 for the regular recruitment drive.

Is the SBI Clerk Preliminary Exam marks counted in final selection?

No. The Preliminary Examination is used for shortlisting candidates. The Main Examination marks are considered for preparing the final merit list.

Is local language knowledge compulsory for SBI Clerk?

Yes. Candidates applying for a particular State or UT should be proficient in its specified local language. Candidates who studied the required language in Class 10 or 12 and have supporting documents may be exempted from the language test.