SBI Junior Associates Clerk Recruitment 2026: 9124 Posts (General/OBC/SC/ST), Salary Rs. 46,000/Month, Apply 11 August - 31 August 2026

SBI Junior Associates Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview

State Bank of India (SBI) has announced recruitment of 9124 Junior Associates (Clerk) positions under Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC backlog vacancies (Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDrive/2026-27/17). This is a major recruitment drive with vacancies distributed across all states and union territories in India. The recruitment includes 1444 backlog posts specifically for SC, ST, and OBC categories, as per government directives for inclusive recruitment. Candidates with Bachelor's degree from recognized university can apply for this prestigious banking job offer.

Key Highlights

• Total Vacancies: 9124 Junior Associates (Clerk) posts
• Backlog Vacancies: 1444 posts for SC/ST/OBC categories
• Application Period: 11 August 2026 to 31 August 2026
• Selection Process: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Local Language Proficiency Test, Document Verification
• Preliminary Exam Date: Expected September 2026
• Main Exam Date: Expected November 2026
• Starting Salary: Rs. 26,730 basic pay, approximately Rs. 46,000-48,000 total emoluments
• Age Requirement: 20-28 years (as on 01 April 2026)
• Education: Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Category-wise Vacancy Distribution

General Category Vacancies: 3253 posts

EWS (Economically Weaker Section): 760 posts

OBC (Other Backward Classes): 1716 posts

SC (Scheduled Caste): 1114 posts

ST (Scheduled Tribe): 837 posts

Backlog Posts: 1444 posts (additional vacancies for SC/ST/OBC backlog)

Total: 9124 posts across all categories

Note: Vacancies are distributed state-wise and circle-wise. Candidates must apply for only one state of their choice.

Important Dates - SBI Clerk 2026

• Notification Released: 11 August 2026
• Online Application Start Date: 11 August 2026
• Online Application Last Date: 31 August 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 31 August 2026
• Preliminary Exam Date (Expected): September 2026 (26-27 Sep & 03 Oct tentative)
• Admit Card for Prelims: Before exam date
• Preliminary Exam Result (Expected): October 2026
• Main Exam Date (Expected): November 2026
• Admit Card for Mains: Before exam date
• Main Exam Result (Expected): December 2026
• Local Language Proficiency Test (Expected): December 2026 / January 2027
• Final Result Declaration (Expected): January 2027 onwards

Note: All dates are tentative and subject to change. Candidates must check official SBI website for confirmed dates.

Eligibility Criteria - Complete Details

Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in any field/discipline from a recognized university
• Candidates in final year or final semester of graduation can apply provisionally
• If selected, must produce graduation degree/marksheet by 31 December 2026
• Failure to produce degree will result in cancellation of provisional selection

Age Limit (As on 01 April 2026):

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years

Age Relaxation for Reserved Categories:

• SC/ST Candidates: 5 years upper age limit relaxation (maximum 33 years)
• OBC Candidates: 3 years upper age limit relaxation (maximum 31 years)
• Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): 10 years upper age limit relaxation (maximum 38 years)
• Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules and SBI norms

Nationality:

• Must be an Indian citizen as per Constitution of India
• Must not be a national of any other country

Other Conditions:

• Must be in sound physical and mental health
• No criminal conviction record
• Must not have been dismissed or removed from any employment
• No undischarged insolvency

Salary, Pay Scale & Benefits

Starting Salary & Pay Structure:

• Basic Salary: Rs. 26,730 per month (including two advance increments for graduates)
• Dearness Allowance (DA): Approximately Rs. 6,683 (25% of basic pay)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): Rs. 2,673 to 8,019 depending on city classification
• Transport Allowance: Rs. 600 to 2,400 depending on posting location
• Special Allowance: Applicable as per SBI rules
• Total In-Hand Salary (Approximately): Rs. 46,000 to Rs. 48,000 per month at metro posting

Full Pay Scale: Rs. 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

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Contributory Provident Fund (CPF) as per SBI norms
• Gratuity on retirement
• Group Mediclaim insurance
• Group Personal Accident insurance
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC) benefits
• Earned Leave: 20 days per annum
• Casual Leave: 10 days per annum
• Sick Leave: 10 days per annum
• Pension on retirement
• Performance bonus based on profitability
• Interest concession on housing and personal loans

Career Growth: Opportunities for promotion to higher positions in branch banking, retail operations, and central functions with career progression to senior management levels.

Exam Pattern & Selection Process

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Qualifying)

• Total Questions: 100 objective questions
• Total Marks: 100 marks
• Duration: 60 minutes (1 hour)
• Negative Marking: 1/4th mark (0.25) deducted for each wrong answer
• Section-wise Details:
• - English Language: 30 marks (30 questions), 20 minutes
• - Numerical Ability: 35 marks (35 questions), 20 minutes
• - Reasoning Ability: 35 marks (35 questions), 20 minutes
• Each section has separate time limit
• Minimum Qualifying Marks: No sectional cut-off prescribed (as per latest notification); overall qualifying criteria determined by SBI
• Purpose: Preliminary exam is qualifying in nature only - marks NOT counted in final merit list

Stage 2: Main Examination (Merit-Determining)

• Total Questions: 190 objective questions
• Total Marks: 200 marks
• Total Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes (160 minutes)
• Negative Marking: 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer
• Section-wise Details with Time Allocation:
• - General/Financial Awareness: 50 marks (50 questions), 35 minutes
• - General English: 40 marks (40 questions), 35 minutes
• - Quantitative Aptitude: 50 marks (50 questions), 40 minutes
• - Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude: 60 marks (50 questions), 50 minutes
• No Sectional Cut-off: No minimum qualifying marks prescribed for individual sections
• Final Merit Preparation: State-wise and category-wise merit list prepared using aggregate marks obtained in Main Examination only
• Purpose: This is the decisive stage for final selection - marks counted in final merit

Stage 3: Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) - Qualifying

• Applicability: Mandatory for candidates who cannot produce valid proof of studying the opted local language in Class 10 or Class 12
• Test Format: Subjective and objective test format
• Total Marks: 50 marks (Non-Verbal: 30 marks, Verbal: 20 marks)
• Pass/Fail Status: This is a qualifying test - candidates must pass to receive final appointment letter
• Failure Consequence: Candidates failing LLPT will not be offered appointment regardless of Main Exam marks
• Language Options: Test conducted in official local language of the applied state

Stage 4: Document Verification & Final Selection

• Verification of educational certificates, identity proof, category certificates
• Verification of age and other eligibility criteria
• Final appointment letter issued for successful candidates
• No Interview: SBI Clerk recruitment does NOT include interview round

Application Fee Structure

• For General (UR) Candidates: Rs. 750
• For OBC Candidates: Rs. 750
• For EWS Candidates: Rs. 750
• For SC Candidates: FREE (No fee applicable)
• For ST Candidates: FREE (No fee applicable)
• For PwBD (Persons with Disability): FREE (No fee applicable)
• Payment Methods Accepted: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, Mobile Wallet (UPI)
• Fee Status: Non-refundable once paid (unless application rejected by bank)
• Transaction Charges: Any online transaction charges must be borne by candidate

How to Apply - Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Visit Official Portal Visit ibpsreg.ibps.in or sbi.bank.in/careers and click on SBI Junior Associates Clerk 2026 recruitment link

Step 2: Register Create new account by entering email ID and mobile number. Verify OTP received on both.

Step 3: Fill Personal Details Enter full name (as in educational certificate), date of birth, gender, category, state of choice, residential address, email, mobile number

Step 4: Enter Educational Details Fill qualification details, college name, year of passing, percentage obtained

Step 5: Select State Choose the state for which you want to apply (you can apply for ONLY ONE state). Select local language option for LLPT if applicable.

Step 6: Upload Documents Upload scanned copies: Photograph (passport size, recent), Signature (in black ink), Educational degree/certificate, and other required documents in JPG/PDF format

Step 7: Review Application Check all details for accuracy. Verify uploaded documents are clear and legible.

Step 8: Pay Application Fee (if applicable) Click payment link and pay application fee using preferred payment method. Save payment receipt/reference number.

Step 9: Submit Application Click Final Submit button. Application will be submitted and you will receive confirmation message with Application ID.

Step 10: Save & Print Confirmation Download and save acknowledgment receipt. Print it for your records and future reference.

Step 11: Track Application Status Login to portal anytime using your registration ID to check application status and download admit card when released

Important Instructions

• Apply online only - no offline applications accepted
• Name in all documents must match exactly
• Photograph must be recent and clear (taken within last 6 months)
• Signature in black ink only - not in capitals
• Age calculated as on 01 April 2026
• Bachelor's degree must be from recognized university
• Ensure all documents are scanned clearly in JPG/PDF format
• Keep email and mobile active throughout recruitment process
• Application fee is non-refundable
• No interview round - only written exams
• Preliminary exam marks not counted in final merit
• Only state-wise merit list prepared based on Main exam
• LPT is qualifying test - must pass to get appointment
• Document verification is mandatory for selected candidates

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When do applications open and close? A: Applications open on 11 August 2026 and close on 31 August 2026.

Q: What is the age limit? A: Minimum 20 years, maximum 28 years as on 01 April 2026. Age relaxation available for SC/ST (+5), OBC (+3), and PwBD (+10) candidates.

Q: What is the eligibility? A: Bachelor's degree in any field from recognized university. Final year students can apply provisionally.

Q: When are exam dates? A: Prelims expected September 2026, Mains expected November 2026. Check official website for confirmed dates.

Q: What is the salary? A: Starting basic pay Rs. 26,730. Total emoluments approximately Rs. 46,000-48,000 per month including allowances.

Q: Is there interview round? A: No. Selection through Prelims, Mains, and Local Language Proficiency Test only.

Q: What is the application fee? A: Rs. 750 for General/OBC/EWS. FREE for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

Q: How many stages in selection? A: Four stages: Preliminary exam, Main exam, Local Language Proficiency Test, Document Verification.

Q: Can I apply for multiple states? A: No. You can apply for only ONE state of your choice.

Q: Are backlog vacancies included? A: Yes. Total 9124 includes 1444 backlog posts for SC/ST/OBC categories.

Important Notice

• Information based on official SBI notification released 11 August 2026 (Advt. CRPD/CR/SPLDrive/2026-27/17)
• All dates are tentative and subject to change as per SBI guidelines
• Candidates must check official SBI website regularly for any updates
• Final selection subject to successful completion of all stages and document verification
• SBI reserves right to modify recruitment process as per government directives