SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026: The State Bank of India has officially released the SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) Special Recruitment Drive 2026 Notification vide Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16, dated 7th August 2026. SBI has announced 1538 vacancies for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre under a Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC Backlog Vacancies. The online preliminary examination is tentatively scheduled for September 16, 2026. Admit cards will be released in due course.
Interested candidates can apply online from 7th August 2026 to 27th August 2026 through the official SBI careers website. Candidates can apply for vacancies in only one State/UT and can appear for the test only once under this recruitment project. The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for September 2026, while the Main Examination will tentatively be held in October/November 2026. All updates and corrigenda will be published only on SBI’s official website, so candidates are advised to check it regularly.
SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026: Overview
The SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026 is a special exercise to fill backlog vacancies reserved for SC, ST, and OBC candidates in the Junior Associate cadre. Below is a detailed overview with all the key information for aspirants.
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Vacancies | 1538 |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 |
| Registration Dates | 7th August 2026 to 27th August 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Selection Process | Prelim Exam, Main Exam, Local Language Proficiency Test |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 24050-1340/3-28070-1650/3-33020-2000/4-41020-2340/7-57400-4400/1-61800-2680/1-64480 |
| Official Website | https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings |
| Prelim Exam | September 16, 2026 |
| Main Exam | Tentatively October/November 2026 |
SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive Vacancy 2026
The SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026 includes a total of 1538 vacancies distributed across Circles, States/UTs, and local languages, reserved for SC, ST, and OBC candidates. Candidates applying for a particular State/UT must be proficient in the specified local language of that state. Below is the detailed state-wise vacancy table.
| Circle | State/UT | Language | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amaravati | Andhra Pradesh | Telugu/Urdu | 88 |
| Bengaluru | Karnataka | Kannada | 120 |
| Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 134 |
| Bhopal | Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 26 |
| Bhubaneswar | Odisha | Odia | 111 |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh UT | Hindi/Punjabi | 22 |
| Chandigarh | Jammu & Kashmir UT | Urdu/Hindi | 42 |
| Chandigarh | Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 11 |
| Chandigarh | Punjab | Punjabi/Hindi | 18 |
| Chennai | Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 65 |
| Hyderabad | Telangana | Telugu/Urdu | 32 |
| Jaipur | Rajasthan | Hindi | 106 |
| Kolkata | West Bengal | Bengali/Nepali | 55 |
| Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh | Hindi/Urdu | 31 |
| Maharashtra/Mumbai Metro | Maharashtra | Marathi | 165 |
| New Delhi | Delhi | Hindi | 17 |
| Gandhinagar | Gujarat | Gujarati | 289 |
| Guwahati | Assam | Assamese/Bengali/Bodo | 39 |
| Guwahati | Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 22 |
| Patna | Bihar | Hindi/Urdu | 12 |
| Patna | Jharkhand | Hindi/Santhali | 133 |
SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive Apply Online 2026
The SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive Apply Online 2026 process is now open for all eligible candidates. Aspirants can register and fill the application form through the official SBI careers website. Candidates must pay the requisite application fee (where applicable) through online mode using debit card, credit card, or Internet Banking. Only one application should be submitted; in case of multiple applications, only the last valid one will be retained.
Direct Link to Apply for SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026
How to Apply?
Candidates applying for the SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026 must complete the process online only, as no other mode of application will be accepted. Before applying, candidates must scan their photograph, signature, left hand thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per the prescribed specifications.
| Step | Procedure |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit SBI’s official website (https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings) and locate the Special Recruitment Drive for Junior Associates 2026. |
| 2 | Download and carefully read Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16. |
| 3 | Register online and fill in the application form with accurate personal and academic details. |
| 4 | Upload scanned photograph, signature, left hand thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per guidelines. |
| 5 | Pay the application fee (if applicable) through debit card, credit card, or Internet Banking. |
| 6 | Verify all details carefully before final submission, as no correction will be allowed thereafter. |
| 7 | Take a printout of the system-generated application form for personal record (not to be sent to SBI). |
| 8 | For queries, contact 022-22820427 (11:00 AM to 5:00 PM on bank working days) or lodge a query at http://cgrs.ibps.in. |
Application Fee
Candidates applying under this recruitment are required to pay a non-refundable application fee/intimation charge based on their category, through online mode only.
| Category | Fee/Intimation Charges |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS | Nil |
| OBC | Rs. 750/- |
SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive Eligibility 2026
The SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026 has defined clear eligibility criteria for age and educational qualification. Applicants must meet all requirements as on the specified dates below.
Age Limit
Candidates must not be below 20 years and not above 28 years as on 1st April 2026, i.e., candidates must have been born not earlier than 2nd April 1998 and not later than 1st April 2006 (both days inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-Servicemen | Actual service rendered + 3 years (8 years for Disabled Ex-Servicemen SC/ST), max age 50 years |
| Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women (not remarried) | 7 years (subject to max age 38 for OBC & 40 for SC/ST) |
| Trained Apprentices of SBI | OBC – 4 years, SC/ST – 6 years, PwBD (OBC) – 14 years, PwBD (SC/ST) – 16 years |
Cumulative age relaxation is not available under a combination of items.
Qualification
Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university, as on 31st December 2026. Those in their final year/semester may also apply provisionally, subject to producing proof of passing on or before 31.12.2026.
SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026 Notification
The SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026 Notification PDF is provided for candidates’ reference. This PDF contains complete details about state-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, exam pattern, and selection procedure. Aspirants are advised to go through it carefully before applying, since candidature will be considered only against the vacancies of the State/UT for which they have applied, and there is no provision for inter-circle or inter-state transfer.
Download SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026 Notification PDF
SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive Exam Pattern 2026
The SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive Selection Process 2026 consists of an Online Preliminary Examination, an Online Main Examination, and a Local Language Proficiency Test (where applicable).
Phase I: Preliminary Examination
| Test | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 min |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour |
Phase II: Main Examination
| Test | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 min |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 min |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 min |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 2 Hr 40 min |
FAQs
Q1. What is the prelims exam date for the SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026?
Ans: The online preliminary examination is tentatively scheduled for September 16, 2026. Admit cards will be released in due course.
Q2. How can I apply for the SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026?
Ans: Candidates must register online through SBI’s official website at https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings and complete the application under the Special Recruitment Drive for Junior Associates 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are there in the SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026?
Ans: A total of 1538 backlog vacancies are available, comprising 207 for SC, 1219 for ST, and 112 for OBC candidates.
Q4. What is the eligibility for the SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026?
Ans: Applicants must be graduates in any discipline from a recognised university and must be between 20 to 28 years of age as on 1st April 2026, with age relaxation applicable as per category.
Q5. Is there an application fee for the SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026?
Ans: SC/ST/PwBD/XS/DXS candidates are exempted from the fee, while OBC candidates must pay Rs. 750/-.
Q6. When will the SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026 exams be conducted?
Ans: The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for September 2026, and the Main Examination is tentatively scheduled for October/November 2026.
Q7. What is the salary for SBI Clerk under the Special Recruitment Drive 2026?
Ans: The starting Basic Pay is Rs. 26,730/-, with total starting emoluments of around Rs. 46,000/- per month at a metro city like Mumbai, inclusive of DA and other allowances.
