SBI Clerk 2026 Announcement Issued for 1,538 Positions: Find Out How to Apply and Additional Details

The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially announced the release of the SBI Clerk 2026 notification, aiming to fill a total of 1,538 vacancies. Alongside this, the online application link for the SBI Probationary Officer (PO) position has also been activated. Candidates interested in applying for the SBI Clerk exam have until August 27, 2026, to submit their applications. The preliminary examination is anticipated to take place in September, followed by the mains exam scheduled for October or November 2026.

To be eligible for the SBI Clerk position, applicants must be between the ages of 20 and 28 years and hold a graduation degree. The application fee is set at INR 750 for candidates belonging to the General and OBC categories, while those from SC/ST/PWD/XS categories are exempt from this fee. The selection process for the SBI Clerk role includes both preliminary and mains examinations, followed by a Local Language Test to assess candidates' proficiency.

The timeline for the SBI Clerk 2026 examination is crucial for prospective candidates. The online application window is open until August 27, 2026, which is also the last date for editing application details. Candidates must print their applications by September 11, 2026. The preliminary exam is tentatively scheduled for September 2026, with the mains exam expected to occur in October or November 2026.

To apply for the SBI Clerk 2026 exam, candidates should visit the official SBI website and navigate to the "Current Openings" section. They will need to locate the advertisement for "Recruitment for Junior Associates (Backlog Vacancies)" and click on the "Apply Online" option. After creating a registration number and password, candidates can log in to complete their application, ensuring they attach the required documents and pay the application fee if applicable.

Eligibility criteria for the SBI Clerk position include nationality requirements, age limits, and educational qualifications. Applicants must be Indian citizens or citizens of Bhutan, Nepal, or Bangladesh with valid certificates. The age limit is strictly enforced, with relaxation available for candidates from reserved categories as per government regulations. Additionally, candidates must possess a graduation degree, and those in their final year can apply provisionally, provided they submit proof of graduation by the joining date.