SBI Junior Associates Clerk Vacancy 2026 - 10,662 Posts

SBI Junior Associates Recruitment 2026 - Apply Now

State Bank of India (SBI) is hiring 10,662 Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) in the Clerical Cadre for 2026. This is a big opportunity if you are a graduate and want a government bank job. The bank is conducting both regular recruitment and special recruitment for SC/ST/OBC candidates. You can apply online soon, so read carefully to understand what you need to do.

How Many Posts Are Available?

SBI has two separate recruitment drives this year:

• Regular Recruitment: 9,124 posts (7,680 regular + 1,444 backlog vacancies)
• Special Recruitment (SC/ST/OBC only): 1,538 posts (OBC-112, SC-207, ST-1,219)

These vacancies are spread across different states in India. But remember - you can apply for jobs in only one state. Choose carefully.

Who Can Apply? Check Your Eligibility

Education Required

You must be a graduate in any subject from a recognized university. This means you have completed your bachelor's degree (BA, B.Com, B.Sc, or any other stream). No specific subject is required.

Age Limit

Your age should be between 20 to 28 years as of 1st April 2026. This is the official cutoff date the bank uses.

Language Requirement

You must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the local language of the state you are applying for. For example, if you apply in Maharashtra, you need to know Marathi. If you apply in Tamil Nadu, you need to know Tamil. SBI will test your local language skills after you pass the main exam, before you join the bank.

Important Dates - Apply Before the Deadline

The special recruitment window opens earlier, so if you belong to SC/ST/OBC category, apply from 7 August. Others can apply from 11 August. Do not miss the deadline - late applications will not be accepted.

How Much Is the Application Fee?

• General and OBC Candidates: ₹750
• SC/ST and PWD Candidates: No fee (free)

You must pay this fee online while applying. If you are SC, ST, or a person with disability (PWD), you don't need to pay anything.

Salary and Pay Scale

The pay scale is ₹24,050 to ₹64,480 per month. When you join, your starting basic pay will be ₹26,730 (this includes two advance increments that graduates get). This is a good salary for a clerical position in a government bank.

How Will the Selection Happen?

Preliminary Exam (Online)

First, you will take a preliminary exam online. It will be 1 hour long with 100 objective questions (multiple choice). This exam will be held in September 2026.

Main Exam

If you pass the preliminary exam, you will sit for the main exam. The exact details of the main exam will be in the full notification.

Local Language Test

After passing the main exam, you will be tested on the local language of your chosen state. You must pass this before joining the bank.

How to Apply - Step by Step

1. Visit the official SBI website (sbi.co.in) or the recruitment portal
2. Look for the recruitment notification with Advertisement Number CRPD/CR/2026-27/17 (regular) or CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 (special)
3. Click on "Apply Online"
4. Register yourself with your email ID and mobile number
5. Fill the application form carefully with correct details
6. Choose your preferred state (you can pick only one)
7. Upload your photo and signature (as per the size and format given)
8. Pay the application fee online (if applicable)
9. Submit the form and save your confirmation page
10. Keep a copy of your application for future reference

Important Things to Remember

• You can apply for vacancies in only one state
• Check the official notification carefully for all terms and conditions
• Keep your documents (degree certificate, ID proof, etc.) ready before applying
• Do not share your login details with anyone
• Make sure your email and mobile number are correct - SBI will contact you through these

This is a great chance to join one of India's largest banks. Start preparing for the preliminary exam now. Read the official notification on the SBI website for any updates or changes.