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State Bank of India (SBI) Advt. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17
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SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 for 7,680 regular Junior Associate posts. Apply online from 11 August to 31 August 2026. Check eligibility, age limit, fee, salary, exam pattern and important dates.
- Vacancies
- 7,680
- Job location
- Not specified
- Apply by
- 31 Aug 2026
Overview
Role snapshot
State Bank of India (SBI) has released the Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) Clerk Recruitment 2026 notification under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17 for 7,680 regular vacancies. Eligible candidates can apply online from 11 August 2026 to 31 August 2026.
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. The age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 01 April 2026, with applicable relaxation for reserved categories.
The application fee is ₹750 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, while eligible SC/ST/PwBD and exempt categories do not have to pay the fee.
Candidates can apply for one State/UT only and must meet the required local language proficiency for the selected State/UT. Selection will be based on the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Local Language Proficiency Test, wherever applicable. There is no interview.
The SBI Clerk pay scale is ₹24,050–₹64,480, with a starting basic pay of ₹26,730 for graduates after applicable advance increments.
Candidates should read the official notification carefully, keep all required documents ready and submit the online application before 31 August 2026.
For the latest SBI Clerk 2026 recruitment, admit card, exam, answer key and result updates, visit GovtNaukriUpdate.
Official recruitment information
Complete notification details
Introduction
SBI Junior Associates Clerk Recruitment 2026: State Bank of India (SBI) has released the recruitment notification for Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17. The official SBI Careers page confirms that applications for this recruitment are being accepted from 11 August 2026 to 31 August 2026.
The recruitment is for eligible Indian citizens who want to join SBI as Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales). Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. Final-year / semester candidates may also apply provisionally subject to the conditions prescribed in the notification.
Candidates can apply for vacancies in one State or one Union Territory only and must have proficiency in the specified local language of the State / UT chosen by them. The selection process consists of an Online Preliminary Examination, Online Main Examination and Local Language Proficiency Test, wherever applicable. There is no interview for the Junior Associate recruitment.
The application fee is ₹750/- for General / OBC / EWS candidates, while SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Disabled Ex-Servicemen categories are exempt from the application fee, as prescribed in the recruitment details.
The age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 01 April 2026, with relaxation in the upper age limit for eligible reserved categories as per Government of India / SBI rules.
Vacancy clarification: The commonly circulated figure of 9,124 posts combines 7,680 regular vacancies with 1,444 backlog vacancies. SBI's current Careers page lists the 7,680 regular Junior Associate vacancies under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17 and a separate Special Recruitment Drive under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16. Candidates should check the applicable advertisement before applying.
GovtNaukriUpdate provides the latest SBI recruitment, government job, admit card, examination, answer key and result updates.
SBI Junior Associates 2026 Important Dates
| # | Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Application Start Date | 11/08/2026 | Ongoing |
| 2 | Last Date to Apply Online | 31/08/2026 | Upcoming |
| 3 | Last Date for Editing Application Details | 31/08/2026 | Upcoming |
| 4 | Online Fee Payment | 11/08/2026 to 31/08/2026 | Ongoing |
| 5 | Last Date for Printing Application | 15/09/2026 | Upcoming |
| 6 | SBI Clerk Preliminary Examination | September 2026 (Tentative) | |
| 7 | SBI Clerk Main Examination | November 2026 (Tentative) | |
| 8 | Admit Card | Before Respective Examination | |
| 9 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹0/- |
| Ex-Servicemen / Disabled Ex-Servicemen / Dependents | ₹0/- |
Payment Mode: The application fee can be paid through the prescribed online payment gateway using available online payment methods such as Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking / UPI as applicable.
Fee Note: Application fee / intimation charges are non-refundable. Applicable transaction charges may be borne by the candidate.
SBI Junior Associates Clerk Recruitment 2026 application fee details.
Vacancy Details
| Recruitment | Advertisement | Vacancies | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) – Regular Recruitment | CRPD/CR/2026-27/17 | 7,680 | Official SBI regular recruitment |
| Junior Associates – Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC Backlog Vacancies | CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 | Separate notification | Separate SBI recruitment |
Your source title mentions 9,124 posts. This figure is generally presented as 7,680 regular vacancies plus 1,444 backlog vacancies by secondary recruitment sources. However, the current SBI Careers page lists the regular 7,680-post recruitment and the backlog recruitment under separate advertisements. Candidates should therefore verify the exact advertisement applicable to them before submitting the form.
Post Name: Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales), Clerical Cadre.
SBI Junior Associates Clerk 2026 vacancy clarification based on the current SBI Careers listings.
State Wise Vacancy
State / UT-wise vacancies are prescribed in the official SBI notification. Candidates can apply for vacancies in one State or one Union Territory only. The selected State / UT determines the applicable local language requirement and recruitment circle.
The supplied source lists vacancies for states / UTs including Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Karnataka, Odisha, Jammu & Kashmir UT, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, West Bengal, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Sikkim, Maharashtra, Goa, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Tripura.
Because SBI recruitment is state / UT specific and vacancy figures can differ between regular and special-drive advertisements, candidates should use the official notification PDF linked in the Important Links section for the final category-wise and state-wise vacancy table.
SBI Junior Associates Clerk Eligibility 2026
Candidates should verify all conditions in Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17 before applying.
01
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
02
Final Year / Semester Candidates
Final-year / semester graduation candidates may apply provisionally subject to the cut-off and documentary requirements prescribed in the official notification.
03
Age Limit
The candidate must be not below 20 years and not above 28 years as on 01 April 2026. Candidates must be born between the dates prescribed in the official notification.
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Age Relaxation
Upper age relaxation is applicable to eligible SC / ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and other categories according to the Government of India / SBI recruitment rules.
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State / UT Choice
A candidate can apply for vacancies in one State / UT only under the regular Junior Associate recruitment.
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Local Language Requirement
The candidate should be proficient in reading, writing, speaking and understanding the specified local language of the State / UT selected in the application.
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Local Language Test Exemption
Candidates who can produce their 10th or 12th standard marksheet / certificate showing that they studied the specified local language may be exempted from the Local Language Proficiency Test, subject to SBI rules.
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Nationality
Eligible Indian citizens may apply subject to the nationality and eligibility conditions specified by SBI in the official recruitment notification.
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SBI Junior Associates Clerk Selection Process
The selection process for SBI Junior Associates consists of an online Preliminary Examination, online Main Examination and the specified Local Language Proficiency Test wherever applicable.
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Online Preliminary Examination
Candidates first appear for the SBI Clerk Preliminary Examination consisting of English Language, Numerical Ability and Reasoning Ability.
2
Online Main Examination
Candidates qualifying the preliminary stage appear for the Main Examination consisting of General / Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude.
3
Local Language Proficiency Test
Candidates must qualify the specified local language requirement of the State / UT selected by them unless they are exempt under the prescribed language-document rules.
4
Final Selection
Final selection is made according to SBI's state-wise and category-wise merit / recruitment criteria based on the Main Examination and completion of other prescribed requirements. There is no interview for Junior Associates.
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Exam Pattern
SBI Clerk Preliminary Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
SBI Clerk Main Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Negative Marking: One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for each wrong answer in objective tests.
Important: Each test has separate timing. No minimum qualifying marks are prescribed for individual subjects in the online tests according to the published examination pattern.
SBI Junior Associates Clerk 2026 Preliminary and Main examination pattern.
Syllabus
Preliminary Examination Syllabus: English Language, Numerical Ability and Reasoning Ability. Important areas generally include reading comprehension, error detection, vocabulary, sentence arrangement, simplification, approximation, number series, percentage, ratio, averages, profit and loss, time and work, data interpretation, coding-decoding, inequalities, syllogism, blood relations, puzzles, seating arrangement and other reasoning topics.
Main Examination Syllabus: General / Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude. Candidates should focus on banking and financial awareness, current affairs, English comprehension and grammar, arithmetic, data interpretation, reasoning, puzzles, logical reasoning, computer fundamentals and related topics.
Local Language: Candidates must be able to read, write, speak and understand the specified local language of their selected State / UT unless exempted under the prescribed conditions.
Candidates should always match their preparation with the latest official SBI notification and examination instructions.
Salary & Benefits
SBI Junior Associate Pay Scale: ₹24,050 – 64,480/- as prescribed for the clerical cadre pay structure.
Starting Basic Pay for Graduates: ₹26,730/- including two advance increments admissible to graduate Junior Associates.
Approximate Starting Total Emoluments: In a metropolitan centre such as Mumbai, the starting total emoluments may be around ₹46,000/- per month inclusive of applicable allowances and benefits at prevailing rates.
The actual monthly salary and allowances can vary based on the place of posting, applicable bank rules and prevailing rates of allowances.
Benefits: SBI Junior Associates receive salary and admissible allowances / benefits under the Bank's service rules. Candidates should check the official notification for detailed service conditions.
How to Apply for SBI Junior Associates Clerk Recruitment 2026
Candidates must apply online through the official SBI / IBPS registration portal between 11 August 2026 and 31 August 2026.
1
Open the Official SBI Careers Page
Visit the SBI Careers Current Openings page and locate Recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) with Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17.
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Read the Official Notification
Read the complete notification carefully and verify age, qualification, State / UT vacancy, local language, fee and examination requirements before applying.
3
Start New Registration
Open the online registration portal and complete the new registration process using the required mobile number, email address and personal details.
4
Select State / UT and Local Language
Select the State / Union Territory for which you want to apply. Only one State / UT can be selected under the recruitment. Confirm that you satisfy the specified local language requirement.
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Enter Personal and Educational Details
Enter your name, date of birth, address, graduation details and all other required information exactly as prescribed.
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Upload Documents
Upload the required photograph, signature and other prescribed documents in the required format and size.
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Pay Application Fee
Pay the applicable application fee online. General / OBC / EWS candidates are required to pay ₹750/-, while eligible exempt categories pay no application fee.
8
Preview and Final Submit
Check every application field carefully before final submission. Once the application is finally submitted, changes may not be permitted.
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Save Application and E-Receipt
Download / print the submitted application form and e-receipt. The official application portal also provides a facility to print the application until 15 September 2026.
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Required Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents and information ready before completing the SBI Junior Associates application.
Important Instructions Before Applying
It is SBI's recruitment for Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) posts in the clerical cadre under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17.
The online application process starts on 11 August 2026.
The last date to apply online is 31 August 2026.
The online fee payment window is from 11 August 2026 to 31 August 2026.
The last date for printing the application is 15 September 2026.
The age should be 20 to 28 years as on 01 April 2026, subject to applicable age relaxation.
Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
The current SBI Careers page lists 7,680 regular Junior Associate vacancies under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17.
Secondary sources commonly arrive at 9,124 by adding 7,680 regular vacancies and 1,444 backlog vacancies. SBI's current Careers page lists the regular recruitment and a separate Special Recruitment Drive under different advertisements, so candidates should verify which advertisement applies to them.
The fee is ₹750/- for General / OBC / EWS candidates. Eligible SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen-related categories are exempt from the application fee as prescribed.
No. Under the regular SBI Junior Associate recruitment, a candidate can apply for vacancies in one State / UT only.
Yes. Candidates should be proficient in reading, writing, speaking and understanding the specified local language of the selected State / UT. Candidates who studied the language in Class 10 or 12 and can produce the required proof may be exempt from the language test.
The Preliminary Examination has 100 questions for 100 marks: English Language 30, Numerical Ability 35 and Reasoning Ability 35, with 20 minutes separately allotted to each section.
The Main Examination has 190 questions for 200 marks: General / Financial Awareness 50 questions for 50 marks, General English 40 for 40 marks, Quantitative Aptitude 50 for 50 marks, and Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude 50 for 60 marks. Total duration is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Yes. One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for each wrong answer in objective tests.
The Junior Associate pay scale is ₹24,050–64,480. Graduates receive two advance increments, making the starting basic pay ₹26,730. Starting total emoluments in a metropolitan centre such as Mumbai may be around ₹46,000 per month at prevailing rates.
The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for September 2026. SBI will provide the final examination schedule through official updates.
The Main Examination is tentatively scheduled for November 2026.
No. The recruitment process consists of the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and applicable Local Language Proficiency Test. There is no interview.
Candidates should use the official SBI / designated application portal for Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17.
For SBI Clerk 2026 admit card, examination, answer key, result and other government job updates, follow GovtNaukriUpdate.
Timeline
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How to Apply
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Read the notification
Check eligibility, age, and fee details carefully before applying.
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Click "Apply Online"
Use the official link above to reach the application portal.
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Fill & submit
Complete the form, upload documents, pay fee if applicable.
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Save confirmation
Print or save the application receipt and payment proof.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about government job applications and this vacancy.
Use the official application link in the "Application actions" panel and follow the instructions published by State Bank of India (SBI).
The last date to submit your application is 31 August 2026.
The application fee is
Rs. 750 for General / OBC candidates,
The age limit for this recruitment is
20 to 28 years.
A total of 7,680 vacancies have been announced for this recruitment.
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