The SBI Clerk 2026 (Junior Associate – Customer Support & Sales) notification is one of the most anticipated banking recruitment events of the year. State Bank of India typically releases thousands of vacancies for Clerk posts. This page covers all details including eligibility, salary, exam pattern, and application process. Last updated: 14.05.2026.
SBI Clerk 2026 Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Expected vacancies | 5,000+ (as per previous years) |
| Job location | All India |
| Selection process | Prelims → Mains → LPT |
| Official website | sbi.co.in |
Eligibility criteria
Educational qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. Final year students who have appeared in their graduation exam can also apply (subject to meeting qualification criteria before joining).
Age limit: 20 to 28 years. Relaxation: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD 10 years, Ex-servicemen as per rules.
Language proficiency: Knowledge of the official language of the state/UT applied for is preferred. Local language test (LPT) conducted after Mains.
SBI Clerk Salary 2026
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic pay | Rs. 17,900/month (starting) |
| Gross salary (with allowances) | Rs. 26,000 – 29,000/month |
| HRA | 7% to 9% of basic pay |
| DA, CCA, Transport allowance | As per posting |
SBI Clerk Exam Pattern
Prelims: 100 questions, 1 hour — English Language (30), Numerical Ability (35), Reasoning Ability (35)
Mains: 190 questions, 2 hours 40 mins — General Financial Awareness (50), General English (40), Quantitative Aptitude (50), Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude (50)
Negative marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in both phases.
How to Apply
- Go to sbi.co.in → Careers → Latest Announcements
- Click SBI Clerk 2026 notification link
- Register with valid email and mobile number
- Fill the form, upload photo, signature, and thumb impression
- Pay application fee: General/OBC/EWS — Rs. 750 | SC/ST/PwBD — Nil
- Submit and save confirmation
Also check: SBI Clerk Result 2026 for previous year result details and merit list format.
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