The State Bank of India (SBI) has officialy released the notification for the recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) in the Clerical Cadre for the financial year 2026-27. A total of 7,680 Regular Vacancies and 1,444 Backlog Vacancies have been announced across various circles nationwide.
Eligible candidates holding a graduation degree in any discipline can submit their online applications from August 11, 2026, to August 31, 2026. Below is a structured analysis of the eligibility requirements, selection process, examination pattern, and step-by-step application instructions sourced directly from the official notification.
SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) – Clerical Cadre |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/2026-27/17 |
| Total Vacancies | 9,124 (7,680 Regular + 1,444 Backlog) |
| Pay Scale / Salary | Rs. 48,480 – Rs. 85,920 per month (approx. initial starting pay) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Dates | August 11, 2026 – August 31, 2026 |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in/web/careers |
Important Dates
- Online Registration Starts: August 11, 2026
- Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment: August 31, 2026
- Tentative Preliminary Examination: September 2026
- Tentative Main Examination: November 2026
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown (Regular)
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| General (GEN) | 3,253 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 1,716 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 837 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 760 |
| Total Regular Vacancies | 7,680 |
Circle & State-Wise Vacancies (Sample Overview)
| Circle | State/UT | Local Language | Regular | Backlog |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gandhinagar | Gujarat | Gujarati | 330 | 305 |
| Bengaluru | Karnataka | Kannada | 760 | 39 |
| Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 113 | 159 |
| Bhopal | Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 287 | 64 |
| Bhubaneswar | Odisha | Odia | 1100 | 18 |
| Chandigarh | Jammu & Kashmir UT | Urdu / Hindi | 84 | 5 |
| Chandigarh | Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 9 | 16 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government.
- Candidates in the final year/semester of their graduation may also apply provisionally, subject to the condition that if called for interview/selection, they produce proof of having passed the graduation examination on or before the specified cut-off date mentioned in the detailed advertisement.
2. Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
- Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10–15 years) as per Government rules.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The recruitment process for SBI Junior Associates consists of three stages:
- Phase-I: Preliminary Examination (Online Objective Test)
- Phase-II: Main Examination (Online Objective Test)
- Phase-III: Local Language Test (LPT)
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Max 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 |
Negative Marking: 1/4th mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer in both the Preliminary and Main examinations.
How to Apply Online for SBI Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official portal or click the registration link provided below.
- Click on “Click for New Registration” and enter basic details such as Name, Contact Number, and Email ID.
- Log in using the generated Registration Number and Password.
- Fill out personal, educational, and category details accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of the photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the required application fee using Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card.
- Submit the form and print out a copy of the final application for future reference.
Important Links
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download PDF |
|---|---|
| Online Application Portal | Apply Online Here |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in |
