SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1,538 Junior Associate Backlog Posts
State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) Clerk Backlog Recruitment 2026. This recruitment is being conducted as a Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC backlog vacancies.
A total of 1,538 Junior Associate Clerk posts are available under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16. The online application process has started on 07 August 2026, and eligible candidates can apply online up to 27 August 2026.
SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Recruitment Type | Special Recruitment Drive – SC/ST/OBC Backlog |
| Total Vacancies | 1,538 Posts |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 07 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | September 2026 |
| Main Exam | October/November 2026 |
| Official Website | SBI |
Important Dates
Candidates should keep the following dates in mind:
- Online Application Starts: 07 August 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 27 August 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 27 August 2026
- Preliminary Examination: September 2026
- Main Examination: October/November 2026
- Pre-Admit Card: To be notified later
SBI Clerk Vacancy 2026
A total of 1,538 backlog vacancies have been announced.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 207 |
| ST | 1,219 |
| OBC | 112 |
| Total | 1,538 |
There are no General or EWS vacancies in this particular Special Recruitment Drive.
State-Wise Vacancy Details
| Circle / State / UT | Language | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu/Urdu | 88 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 120 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 134 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 26 |
| Odisha | Odia | 111 |
| Chandigarh | Hindi/Punjabi | 22 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu/Hindi | 42 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 11 |
| Punjab | Punjabi/Hindi | 18 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 65 |
| Telangana | Telugu/Urdu | 32 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 106 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/Nepali | 55 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi/Urdu | 31 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 165 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 17 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 289 |
| Assam | Assamese/Bengali/Bodo | 39 |
| Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 22 |
| Bihar | Hindi/Urdu | 12 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi/Santhali | 133 |
| Total | 1,538 |
For Madhya Pradesh, a total of 134 posts are available and the specified local language is Hindi.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree/Graduation in any stream from a recognized university in India.
Candidates who are currently studying in the final year/semester of graduation may also apply, subject to fulfilling the prescribed conditions by 31 December 2026.
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 01 April 2026:
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per SBI rules.
Candidates should check the official notification for category-wise age relaxation before applying.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| OBC | ₹750/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹0/- |
The applicable examination fee can be paid through the prescribed online payment methods.
SBI Clerk Selection Process
The selection process for Junior Associate Clerk includes:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test, wherever applicable.
Candidates should carefully read the official notification for complete selection and language-test requirements.
SBI Clerk Salary / Pay Scale
The Junior Associate post carries the following pay scale:
₹24,050 – 1,340/3 – 28,070 – 1,650/3 – 33,020 – 2,000/4 – 41,020 – 2,340/7 – 57,400 – 4,400/1 – 61,800 – 2,680/1 – ₹64,480
Other applicable allowances and benefits are provided as per SBI rules.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the required documents ready while filling out the online application, including:
- Recent scanned photograph
- Scanned signature
- Left-hand thumb impression
- Handwritten declaration
- Graduation/educational qualification documents
- Category certificate, wherever applicable
- Other required personal details/documents
The photograph, signature, thumb impression and handwritten declaration should be uploaded in the prescribed format and size.
How to Apply for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official SBI Careers website.
- Go to Current Openings.
- Find “Recruitment of Junior Associates Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC Backlog Vacancies.”
- Open the recruitment and click on Apply Online.
- Complete the new registration using your basic details.
- Log in using the registration credentials.
- Enter personal, educational and category details.
- Select the eligible State/UT preference and provide the required local-language details.
- Upload the photograph, signature, thumb impression and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and keep the application form and payment receipt for future reference.
Important Links
Apply Online: SBI Clerk 2026 Apply Online
Official SBI Careers: SBI Careers / Current Openings
