SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1538 Junior Associate Backlog Posts
State Bank of India (SBI) Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, Corporate Centre, Mumbai has officially released Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 for recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) in clerical cadre under a Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC Backlog Vacancies. Online applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens for a total of 1,538 backlog vacancies across various circles in India.
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) - Clerical Cadre |
| Recruitment Drive | Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC Backlog Vacancies |
| Total Backlog Vacancies | 1,538 Posts (SC: 207, ST: 1219, OBC: 112) |
| Apply Mode | Online via IBPS / SBI Career Portal |
| Official Portal | sbi.bank.in/web/careers |
- Notification Date: 07-08-2026
- Apply Online Start: 07-08-2026
- Last Date to Apply: 27-08-2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 27-08-2026
- Preliminary Exam Date: September 2026 (Tentative)
- Main Exam Date: Oct / Nov 2026 (Tentative)
- SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: ₹ 0/- (Nil)
- Ex-Servicemen (XS/DXS): ₹ 0/- (Nil)
- OBC Candidates: ₹ 750/-
- Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking
State-Wise & Circle-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
The 1,538 backlog vacancies are distributed across various States/UTs and circles as follows:
| Circle | State / UT | Opted Local Language | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amaravati | Andhra Pradesh | Telugu / Urdu | - | 88 | - | 88 |
| Bengaluru | Karnataka | Kannada | 85 | 35 | - | 120 |
| Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | - | 134 | - | 134 |
| Bhopal | Chhattisgarh | Hindi | - | 26 | - | 26 |
| Bhubaneswar | Odisha | Odia | - | 111 | - | 111 |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh UT | Hindi / Punjabi | - | 22 | - | 22 |
| Chandigarh | Jammu & Kashmir UT | Urdu / Hindi | - | 42 | - | 42 |
| Chandigarh | Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 11 | - | - | 11 |
| Chandigarh | Punjab | Punjabi / Hindi | - | 18 | - | 18 |
| Chennai | Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 65 | - | - | 65 |
| Hyderabad | Telangana | Telugu / Urdu | - | 32 | - | 32 |
| Jaipur | Rajasthan | Hindi | 20 | 86 | - | 106 |
| Kolkata | West Bengal | Bengali / Nepali | - | 55 | - | 55 |
| Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh | Hindi / Urdu | - | 31 | - | 31 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra | Marathi | - | 165 | - | 165 |
| New Delhi | Delhi | Hindi | - | 17 | - | 17 |
| Gandhinagar | Gujarat | Gujarati | - | 289 | - | 289 |
| Guwahati | Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo | - | 39 | - | 39 |
| Guwahati | Tripura | Bengali / Kokborok | - | 22 | - | 22 |
| Patna | Bihar | Hindi / Urdu | 12 | - | - | 12 |
| Patna | Jharkhand | Hindi / Santhali | 14 | 119 | - | 133 |
| Total Backlog Vacancies | 207 | 1219 | 112 | 1538 | ||
Eligibility Criteria & Qualification
1. Age Limit (As on 01.04.2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years (Candidates must have been born between 02.04.1998 and 01.04.2006, both days inclusive).
- Upper Age Relaxation: OBC - 3 Years, SC/ST - 5 Years, PwBD (OBC) - 13 Years, PwBD (SC/ST) - 15 Years, Ex-Servicemen as per rules, Widows/Divorced women - up to 7 Years.
2. Essential Academic Qualification (As on 31.12.2026)
- Graduation: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government.
- Final Year Students: Candidates in the final year/semester of graduation may also apply provisionally, provided they produce proof of having passed graduation on or before 31.12.2026.
- Local Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in the specified opted local language of the State/UT applied for. (Exempted if studied local language in 10th or 12th standard).
Pay Scale & Monthly Emoluments
- Pay Scale: Rs. 24050-1340/3-28070-1650/3-33020-2000/4-41020-2340/7-57400-4400/1-61800-2680/1-64480.
- Starting Basic Pay: Rs. 26,730/- (Rs. 24,050/- plus two advance increments admissible to graduates).
- Total Starting Salary: Around Rs. 46,000/- per month in metro cities like Mumbai, inclusive of DA and other allowances.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of Phase-I Online Preliminary Exam, Phase-II Online Main Exam, and Phase-III Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT):
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination (100 Marks - 1 Hour)
| Section | Medium of Exam | No. of Qs | Max. Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | English | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | Bilingual (Eng/Hindi/Local) | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | Bilingual (Eng/Hindi/Local) | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | - | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour |
Phase-II: Main Examination (200 Marks - 2 Hours 40 Minutes)
| Section | No. of Qs | Max. Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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: 1/4th of the mark assigned to the question will be deducted for each incorrect answer in both Prelims and Mains.
How to Apply Online for SBI Clerk Backlog Drive 2026
- Visit official SBI careers page:
sbi.bank.in/web/careersor the direct application link below. - Locate RECRUITMENT OF JUNIOR ASSOCIATES (SPECIAL RECRUITMENT DRIVE FOR SC/ST/OBC BACKLOG VACANCIES) (Advt No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16).
- Click 'Apply Online' to open the IBPS registration portal.
- Complete new user registration and note down Registration Number and Password.
- Fill personal details, educational qualifications, state choice, and opted local language.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per prescribed dimensions.
- Pay the online application fee (if applicable) and submit the form. Print out a copy for your records.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply online for SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026?
The last date for online registration and fee payment is 27-08-2026.
Q2. How many total backlog vacancies are advertised in this notification?
A total of 1,538 backlog vacancies (SC: 207, ST: 1219, OBC: 112) across various states/UTs.
Q3. What is the age limit for SBI Junior Associate Backlog recruitment?
20 to 28 years as on 01-04-2026, with category age relaxations (OBC: 3 yrs, SC/ST: 5 yrs, PwBD: 13-15 yrs).
Q4. What is the application fee for SC/ST/PwBD candidates?
Application fee is NIL (₹ 0) for SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates.
Q5. What is the cutoff date for acquiring Graduation qualification?
Candidates must produce proof of passing graduation on or before 31-12-2026.
Q6. Can final year graduation students apply for SBI Junior Associate?
Yes, final year students can apply provisionally subject to passing graduation on or before 31.12.2026.
Q7. Is there any sectional cutoff in SBI Clerk Prelims or Mains exam?
No minimum qualifying marks are prescribed for individual subjects; selection is based on overall aggregate score.
Q8. What is the starting monthly salary of an SBI Junior Associate?
Around Rs. 46,000/- per month inclusive of DA and allowances in metro cities like Mumbai.
Q9. What is the direct link to apply online for SBI Junior Associate 2026?
You can apply directly via SBI Online Application Portal Link.
Q10. Where can I download the SBI Clerk Detailed Notification PDF?
Download it directly from the Official SBI Notification PDF Link.