SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 applications open for 1,538 Junior Associate posts: Check eligibility and dates

SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Applications Open for 1,538 Junior Associate Posts, Check Eligibility and Dates

State Bank of India (SBI) has started the online application process for 1,538 Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) posts under a special recruitment drive for backlog vacancies. The recruitment is specifically for eligible candidates belonging to the SC, ST and OBC categories. The application window opened on August 7, 2026, and candidates can submit their forms until August 27, 2026.

Candidates should note that this is a special recruitment drive for backlog vacancies and is not the regular SBI Clerk recruitment cycle. The vacancies are intended for SC, ST and OBC candidates. Applicants can complete the registration through the official SBI Careers portal after checking the detailed recruitment notification.

For the educational qualification, candidates are required to hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. The prescribed age range is 20 to 28 years, with applicable relaxations for eligible reserved categories. Candidates should check the official notification for the exact cut-off date and detailed conditions applicable to their category.

The selection process includes an online preliminary examination followed by the main examination and the applicable Local Language Proficiency Test. Candidates should select their State or Union Territory carefully while applying because the recruitment is linked to the local language requirements specified for the chosen region.

Applicants should keep their graduation details, identity documents, photograph, signature and category certificate, wherever applicable, ready before starting the application. It is also advisable to submit the form well before August 27 rather than waiting until the final day.

Candidates should rely on the official SBI Careers page for the detailed notification, application link and any subsequent updates regarding the recruitment process.