The State Bank of India has issued an official recruitment notification for Apprentice, announcing a total of 7,150 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 19 May 2026 and closes on 08 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Bachelor's Degree and be within the prescribed age limit of 20 to 28 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 15,000 per month. The selection procedure comprises Online Written Exam followed by Local Language Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Exam Date | 11 Jul 2026 |
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The State Bank of India (SBI) has finalized the online examination date for the Apprentice recruitment drive (Notification: CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07). The single-stage objective test is scheduled to be held on 11th July 2026 to fill 7,150 vacancies across various states and union territories.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 7,150 |
| Exam Date | 2026-07-11 |
| Selection Process | Online Exam & Local Language Test |
| Stipend | Rs. 15,000 per month |
The selection is based on a single-stage online objective test followed by a mandatory local language proficiency test. The online exam structure is as follows:
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| General English | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
Important Note: There is a negative marking of 1/4th mark for every incorrect answer. The exam duration is strictly 60 minutes with sectional timing of 15 minutes each.
Following the online exam, short-listed candidates must undergo a Local Language Test. This stage is qualifying in nature. Candidates who have studied the local language in Class 10 or 12 are exempt from this requirement. Successful candidates proceed to document verification and a basic medical fitness check.
No, the SBI Apprentice engagement is a structured training programme under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, lasting for a duration of one year. It does not guarantee permanent employment with the bank.
The exact exam centre details will be provided on the official admit card, which will be released on the SBI careers portal shortly before the exam date.
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