State Bank of India (SBI) has released the detailed notification for the recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online for vacancies in one State/UT only. The online application process is scheduled from 11 August 2026 to 31 August 2026.
SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026
According to the notification, SBI has announced 7,680 regular vacancies, along with backlog vacancies. The recruitment will be conducted through an online Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and, wherever applicable, a Local Language Proficiency Test.
Important details:
- Post: Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)
- Recruiting Bank: State Bank of India
- Advertisement No.: CRPD/CR/2026-27/17
- Regular Vacancies: 7,680
- Application Start Date: 11 August 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 31 August 2026
- Preliminary Exam: September 2026 (tentative)
- Main Exam: November 2026 (tentative)
- Application Mode: Online
- Selection: Preliminary Exam + Main Exam + Local Language Test, where applicable
State-Wise Vacancies
The notification includes vacancies for several States and Union Territories. Some of the major regular vacancy figures include:
- Maharashtra: 1,718
- Tamil Nadu: 1,410
- Odisha: 1,100
- Karnataka: 760
- West Bengal: 555
- Rajasthan: 350
- Gujarat: 330
- Telangana: 260
- Uttar Pradesh: 250
- Madhya Pradesh: 113
The vacancy figures are provisional and may change according to the Bank's actual requirements. Candidates can apply for vacancies in only one State/UT, and the merit list will be prepared State-wise and category-wise.
For Telangana, the specified local languages are Telugu and Urdu.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government.
Candidates in the final year or semester of graduation may also apply provisionally, provided they produce proof of passing the graduation examination by 31 December 2026, if provisionally selected.
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 1 April 2026.
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
- Candidates must have been born between 2 April 1998 and 1 April 2006, both dates inclusive.
Age relaxation is available for eligible reserved categories. The notification provides:
- OBC: 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwBD: 10 to 15 years depending on category
- Ex-Servicemen: As per applicable rules
- Eligible widows/divorced women/judicially separated women: 7 years, subject to prescribed maximum age limits.
SBI Clerk Selection Process
The selection process has three stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test, wherever applicable.
Preliminary Examination
The Preliminary Exam carries 100 marks and has a total duration of one hour.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour |
There is a negative marking of one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question for every wrong answer.
Candidates are shortlisted for the Main Examination based on their aggregate Preliminary Exam performance. The Preliminary Exam marks are not added to the final merit score.
Main Examination
The Main Exam carries 200 marks and has a total duration of 2 hours 40 minutes.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
| 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 |
There is also one-fourth negative marking for wrong answers. The final merit list is prepared using the aggregate marks obtained in the Main Examination.
Local Language Test
Candidates selected for a particular State/UT must be proficient in the specified local language. Candidates who have studied the required language in 10th or 12th standard and can provide the relevant marksheet or certificate will generally not need to take the separate language test.
Other provisionally selected candidates must qualify in the Local Language Proficiency Test before joining. Failure to qualify can result in disqualification.
For Telangana, the examination languages include English, Hindi, Telugu and Urdu.
Salary and Pay Scale
The SBI Junior Associate pay scale is:
₹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.
The starting Basic Pay for a graduate Junior Associate is ₹26,730, including two advance increments. The notification states that total starting emoluments at a metropolitan centre such as Mumbai are around ₹46,000 per month, including applicable allowances. Actual allowances may vary depending on the place of posting.
Employees are also eligible for facilities such as provident fund, pension under the New Pension Scheme, medical benefits and leave-fare benefits, subject to Bank rules.
Application Fee
The application fee is:
- SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS: No fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹750
The fee is non-refundable.
How to Apply Online
Candidates must apply online through SBI's official careers portal. No offline application will be accepted.
Applicants should keep the following ready:
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Left-hand thumb impression
- Handwritten declaration
- Valid email ID
- Active mobile number
- Educational and category details
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After completing the application, candidates must pay the applicable fee online through debit card, credit card or Internet Banking. Applicants should carefully verify all details before final submission because corrections after submission are generally not permitted.
Important Exam Instructions
Candidates should carry the required call letter, valid photo identity proof and photographs to the examination centre. The notification advises candidates to retain additional copies of the photograph uploaded during the application process.
Mobile phones, smart watches, calculators and other prohibited electronic devices are not allowed inside the examination premises. Violation of these instructions can result in cancellation of candidature.
SBI Junior Associate 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Registration Begins | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Examination | November 2026 (Tentative) |
Conclusion
The SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 is an important opportunity for graduates seeking a clerical banking career. With 7,680 regular vacancies, competitive salary and opportunities for career growth, eligible candidates should complete their applications before the 31 August 2026 deadline.
Applicants should carefully check their State/UT eligibility, age, educational qualification, local language requirement and category-related documents before submitting the application. Candidates should also rely on the official SBI career portal for further announcements and updates, as the Bank states that recruitment-related information will be published through its authorised website.#oursociety #oursocietynational #oursocietymeadiagroup
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