SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026: Exam Pattern, Important Dates, and Vacancy Details

The State Bank of India has initiated the recruitment process for the position of Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales) for the year 2026. With 9,766 vacancies available, this remains one of the most anticipated banking examinations in the country. For those preparing, it is essential to stay updated with the latest guidelines provided under Advertisement Number CRPD/CR/2026-27/17.

SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview

• Exam Name: SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) - 2026
• Advt No.: CRPD/CR/2026-27/17
• Post Name: Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)
• Vacancies: 9766
• Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-Based Test)
• Duration of Exam: Prelims- 1 hour, Mains- 2 hours 40 minutes
• No. of Questions: Prelims- 100, Mains- 190
• Marks: Prelims- 100, Mains- 200
• Selection Process: Prelims- Mains- LPT

SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026: Overview

Exam Name	SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) - 2026
Advt No.	CRPD/CR/2026-27/17
Post Name	Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)
Vacancies	9766
Mode of Exam	Online (Computer-Based Test)
Duration of Exam	Prelims- 1 hour, Mains- 2 hours 40 minutes
No. of Questions	Prelims- 100, Mains- 190
Marks	Prelims- 100, Mains- 200
Selection Process	Prelims- Mains- LPT

Important Dates for SBI Clerk 2026

The online application window concluded on August 31, 2026. Candidates who have applied should keep track of the upcoming examination phases. You can check the SBI Clerk Prelims Admit Card 2026 once released.

• Official Notification Released on: August 11, 2026
• SBI Clerk Apply Online 2026 Starts: August 11, 2026
• Online Application Closes: August 31, 2026
• Pre-Examination Training: September 2026
• SBI Clerk Prelims Admit Card 2026: September 2026
• Prelims Exam Date: September 27 and October 3, 2026
• Mains Admit Card: November 2026
• Mains Exam Date: November 26, 2026

Preparation and Selection Process

The selection process consists of three tiers: Prelims, Mains, and the Local Language Test (LPT). There is no interview round. To begin your preparation, visit these resources: Click Here to View SBI Clerk Exam Pattern & Selection Process, Click Here to View SBI Clerk Syllabus, and use SBI Clerk Exam Preparation Tips- Click Here. For practice, Download SBI Clerk Previous Year Papers PDFs.

For those tracking specific backlog vacancies, use this resource: SBI Clerk (Backlog) Admit Card 2026 Out- Click to Download. For further official details, visit http://sbi.bank.in/.

Exam Patterns

SBI Clerk Preliminary Exam Pattern

Section	No. of Questions	Duration
English Language	30/30	20 minutes
Numerical Ability	35/30	20 minutes
Reasoning	35/35	20 minutes

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is the SBI Clerk exam Bilingual?

All tests of the SBI Clerk 2026 exam are bilingual, i.e., available in both English and Hindi.

What is the exam date of SBI Clerk Prelims Exam 2026?

The SBI Clerk 2026 Prelims Exam is expected to be held on September 27 and October 3, 2026.

Are there fixed timings for different sections in SBI Clerk Exam?

Yes, there are fixed section-wise timings for both the Prelims and Mains examinations.

Is there a provision for extra marks for SBI Apprentice in the 2026 exam?

Yes, trained apprentices of SBI may be awarded 2.5% of the maximum marks (5 marks out of 200) as bonus marks in the Main Examination.