State Bank of India
Cut-off Date: 27 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 20 to 28 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 20 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 28 Aug 1998 to 27 Aug 2006 |
| EWS | 20 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 28 Aug 1998 to 27 Aug 2006 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 20 yrs | 31 yrs | +3 yrs | 28 Aug 1995 to 27 Aug 2006 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 20 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 28 Aug 1993 to 27 Aug 2006 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 20 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 28 Aug 1993 to 27 Aug 2006 |
| PwD (General) | 20 yrs | 38 yrs | +10 yrs | 28 Aug 1988 to 27 Aug 2006 |
Prescribed Age: 20–28 Years (As on 27 Aug 2026)
The State Bank of India has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Associate (Clerk), announcing a total of 1,538 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 07 August 2026 and closes on 27 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Graduate or appearing in final year/semester. and be within the prescribed age limit of 20 to 28 years as of 2026-04-01 (with relaxation for reserved categories)., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. The selection procedure comprises Phase-I (Prelims), Phase-II (Mains), and Local Language Test.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 07 Aug 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
27 Aug 2026
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| Exam Date | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Clerk) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1538 |
| Qualification | Graduate or appearing in final year/semester. |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years as of 2026-04-01 (with relaxation for reserved categories). |
| Application Fee | OBC: ₹750; SC/ST/PwBD/ESM: Nil. |
| Selection Process | Phase-I (Prelims), Phase-II (Mains), and Local Language Test. |
The State Bank of India has issued an official notification for a Special Recruitment Drive to fill 1,538 backlog vacancies for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales). This recruitment is exclusively for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC). Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official SBI recruitment portal.
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| SC | 207 |
| ST | 1,219 |
| OBC | 112 |
| Total | 1,538 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 7 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Application & Fee Payment | 27 August 2026 |
| Tentative Prelims Exam Date | September 2026 |
| Tentative Mains Exam Date | October/November 2026 |
Note: Fee payment must be made online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
The selection process consists of two primary online examinations:
Shortlisted candidates will also undergo a local language test if they did not study the specified language in their 10th or 12th-grade examinations.
Candidates are advised to thoroughly verify their details before submission. Ensure that the scanned photograph, signature, left-thumb impression, and handwritten declaration conform to the specifications mentioned in the official notification to avoid application rejection.
The final date for submitting the online application and fee payment is 27 August 2026.
No, this is a Special Recruitment Drive specifically designated for SC, ST, and OBC backlog vacancies.
No, there is no minimum qualifying cut-off mark for individual sections in the examination.
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