SBI Clerk Notification 2026 Out
SBI Clerk Notification 2026 Out for 9124 Vacancies
SBI Clerk 2026 notification is out for 9,124 vacancies. Apply online from 11 to 31 August 2026 and check eligibility, exam pattern, and salary.
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Before applying for the SBI Clerk 2026 exam, candidates must check whether they fulfil all the required eligibility conditions. The SBI Clerk eligibility criteria include age limit, educational qualification, local language proficiency, and other conditions prescribed by the State Bank of India. Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years of age as on April 1, 2026 and should have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
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There is no specific percentage requirement mentioned in the notification. Candidates who are in the final year/semester of graduation can also apply provisionally, provided they produce proof of passing the graduation examination on or before December 31, 2026. Candidates must also fulfil the local language requirement of the State/UT they are applying for. The complete SBI Clerk age limit, qualification, and language proficiency details are given below.
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SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026 Overview
Candidates applying for SBI Clerk 2026 must satisfy all eligibility requirements mentioned in the official notification. The important details related to age, qualification, local language, and other conditions are given below.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years |
| Age Cut-off Date | April 1, 2026 |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable for eligible categories |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline |
| Final Year Students | Eligible to apply provisionally |
| Local Language | Proficiency in the specified local language of the applied State/UT |
| State/UT Choice | Candidates can apply for one State/UT only |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in |
What is the SBI Clerk Age Limit 2026?
The SBI Clerk age limit is one of the important eligibility conditions that candidates must fulfil before applying. The minimum age required to apply for SBI Clerk is 20 years, while the maximum age limit is 28 years as on April 1, 2026. Candidates must have been born not earlier than April 2, 1998, and not later than April 1, 2006, both days inclusive.
| Age Criteria | Details |
|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
| Age Cut-off Date | April 1, 2026 |
| Date of Birth | April 2, 1998 to April 1, 2006 |
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What is the SBI Clerk Age Relaxation 2026?
SBI provides relaxation in the upper age limit to candidates belonging to specified categories. The relaxation varies according to the candidate's category. Candidates claiming age relaxation must submit the required certificates as prescribed by SBI. Cumulative age relaxation is not available under multiple categories.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|
| OBC | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (General/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-Servicemen | Actual period of service + 3 years, subject to maximum age of 50 years |
| Disabled Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | Actual service period + 3 years, with 8 years applicable, subject to maximum age of 50 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women/Women judicially separated from husband and not remarried | 7 Years, subject to prescribed maximum age |
| Trained Apprentices of SBI | GEN/EWS: 1 year; OBC: 4 years; SC/ST: 6 years; PwBD (Gen/EWS): 11 years; PwBD (OBC): 14 years; PwBD (SC/ST): 16 years |
What are the SBI Clerk Educational Qualifications for 2026?
Candidates applying for SBI Clerk must have a graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. Candidates with an Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) must have passed the IDD on or before December 31, 2026. Candidates who are in the final year or semester of graduation can also apply provisionally. However, if selected provisionally, they must produce proof of having passed the graduation examination on or before December 31, 2026.
| Qualification Criteria | Details |
|---|
| Basic Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university |
| Minimum Percentage | No specific percentage requirement mentioned in the notification |
| Final Year Students | Can apply provisionally |
| Graduation Passing Date | On or before December 31, 2026 |
| Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) | Must be completed on or before December 31, 2026 |
| Ex-Servicemen | Specified equivalent certificates are also accepted as per notification |
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What are the SBI Clerk Nationality Criteria for 2026?
The SBI Clerk 2026 notification states that applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens for appointment as junior associates (customer support & sales). The notification does not provide a separate list of other nationality categories under the eligibility section.
What is the SBI Clerk language proficiency requirement?
Candidates applying for SBI Clerk must be proficient in the specified local language of the state/UT they have applied for. The candidate should be able to read, write, speak, and understand the opted local language. Candidates must select one language at the time of online application for the local language test. Candidates who have studied the specified local language in Class 10 or Class 12 and produce the relevant mark sheet or certificate will not have to appear for the language test. Other provisionally selected candidates will have to qualify the local language proficiency test before joining the bank.
- Local language proficiency is mandatory for the applied state/UT.
- Candidates can apply for vacancies in one state/UT only.
- Candidates can choose one language for the local language test.
- The language test is conducted after the mains examination and before joining.
- Candidates failing the language test will not be offered an appointment.
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How many attempts are there for SBI Clerk?
The SBI Clerk 2026 notification does not prescribe a separate limit on the number of attempts. However, candidates must fulfil the prescribed age limit, educational qualification, local language requirement, and other eligibility conditions every time they apply. Candidates can apply for vacancies in one State/UT only and can appear for the test only once under this recruitment project.
Who is not eligible for SBI Clerk 2026?
The SBI Clerk 2026 notification specifies certain conditions under which candidates cannot apply for the post. Candidates should carefully check these conditions before submitting the application form. Candidates may be considered ineligible in the following cases:
- Candidates who do not fulfill the prescribed age limit.
- Candidates who do not have the required educational qualification.
- Candidates who fail to meet the specified local language requirement.
- Candidates who are currently working with SBI in the clerical cadre.
- Candidates who were earlier employed with SBI and resigned while working in the clerical cadre.
- Candidates against whom there are adverse reports regarding character and antecedents, moral turpitude, etc.
- Candidates who fail to fulfill other eligibility conditions prescribed in the notification.
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