State Bank of India (SBI) has invited online applications under the SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 drive for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre. The recruitment is being conducted by the Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, Corporate Centre, Mumbai, under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17.
A total of 7,680 regular vacancies and 1,444 backlog vacancies have been notified across various States/UTs. Candidates applying under the SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 can apply for only one State/UT, and they must be proficient in the specified local language of that State/UT.
Also read: SBI Junior Associate Special Recruitment 2026: Application portal closes today; Apply now
SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
SBI has notified vacancies State/UT-wise, with candidates required to opt for the local language of the State/UT they are applying to. The table below gives the regular vacancy figures for the SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026
| State/UT | Language | Total Regular Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 330 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 760 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 113 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 287 |
| Odisha | Odia | 1100 |
| Jammu & Kashmir UT | Urdu/ Hindi | 84 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 9 |
| Ladakh UT | Urdu/ Ladakhi/ Bhoti (Bodhi) | 7 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 1410 |
| Telangana | Telugu/ Urdu | 260 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 350 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/ Nepali | 555 |
| A&N Islands | Hindi/ English | 15 |
| Sikkim | Nepali/ English | 60 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi/ Urdu | 250 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 1718 |
| Goa | Konkani | 62 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 55 |
| Assam | Assamese/ Bengali/ Bodo | 110 |
| Manipur | Manipuri/ English | 14 |
| Meghalaya | English/ Garo/ Khasi | 24 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 32 |
| Nagaland | English | 27 |
| Tripura | Bengali/ Kokborok | 48 |
| Total | 7,680 |
Apart from the 7,680 regular vacancies, an additional 1,444 backlog vacancies (net of the vacancies already advertised under the Special Recruitment Drive, Advt. No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16) have been notified State-wise and category-wise for SC/ ST/ OBC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates. Candidates can check the detailed category-wise, PwBD-wise and Ex-Servicemen-wise breakup in the official notification.
Pay Scale
Selected candidates under the SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 will be placed in the following pay scale:
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Rs. 24050-1340/3-28070-1650/3-33020-2000/4-41020-2340/7-57400-4400/1-61800-2680/1-64480 |
| Starting Basic Pay | Rs. 26730/- |
| Approximate Starting Emoluments (Metro like Mumbai) | Rs. 46,000/- per month (inclusive of D.A. and other allowances) |
SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates applying under the SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 must fulfil the following age criteria as on 1st April 2026:
- Minimum age: 20 years
- Maximum age: 28 years
- Candidates must have been born not earlier than 2nd April 1998 and not later than 1st April 2006 (both dates inclusive)
Candidates belonging to reserved categories such as SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwBD/ Ex-Servicemen are eligible for age relaxation as per government norms. The complete category-wise age relaxation details are available in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
As on 31st December 2026, candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. Candidates in their final year/ semester of graduation may also apply, subject to producing proof of passing on or before 31st December 2026.
Selection Process
The selection process for the SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 consists of three phases:
- Phase-I: Preliminary Examination (online objective test)
- Phase-II: Main Examination (online objective test)
- Phase-III: Local Language Proficiency Test (for candidates who have not studied the specified local language in Class 10th or 12th)
The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for September 2026 and the Main Examination is tentatively scheduled for November 2026. The final merit list is prepared only on the basis of marks obtained in the Main Examination.
Exam Pattern
The Preliminary Examination for the SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 carries 100 marks and is of one hour duration.
| Test | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 hour |
The Main Examination carries 200 marks and is of 2 hours 40 minutes duration.
| Test | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 negative marking of one-fourth mark for every wrong answer in both the Preliminary and Main Examinations.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee/ Intimation Charges |
|---|---|
| SC/ ST/ PwBD/ XS/ DXS | Nil |
| General/ OBC/ EWS | Rs. 750/- |
Steps To Apply For SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026
- Visit the application portal by clicking on the link given below in the “Important Links” section.
- Click on “Recruitment of Junior Associates 2026” under Current Openings.
- Register with basic details to generate a provisional registration number and password.
- Fill in the online application form carefully and upload scanned photograph, signature, left hand thumb impression and hand-written declaration as specified.
- Pay the requisite application fee (if applicable) through debit card/ credit card/ internet banking.
- Submit the form and save/ print the system-generated application form of SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 for future reference.
Key Dates
| Events | Important dates |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start Date | 11th August 2026 |
| Online Registration Last Date | 31st August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination (tentative) | September 2026 |
| Main Examination (tentative) | November 2026 |
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 about?
The SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 is a drive by State Bank of India to fill 7,680 regular and 1,444 backlog vacancies for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre, under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17.
What is the last date to apply for the SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026?
The online registration window is open from 11th August 2026 to 31st August 2026.
What is the age limit for SBI Junior Associate Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be not below 20 years and not above 28 years as on 1st April 2026, i.e. born not earlier than 2nd April 1998 and not later than 1st April 2006. Age relaxation is applicable to reserved categories as per government norms.
What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university, or an equivalent qualification, as on 31st December 2026. Final-year students may also apply provisionally.
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