The State Bank of India (SBI) has issued an official notification for a Special Recruitment Drive aimed at filling backlog vacancies for SC, ST, and OBC categories. This recruitment is for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales), widely known as SBI Clerk. A total of 1538 vacancies have been announced under this drive. The online application process starts on 7th August 2026 and will remain open until 27th August 2026. Notably, SBI released the SBI Clerk Notification 2026 on 7th August specifically for backlog vacancies, while the notification for regular vacancies is expected to be announced soon. Candidates aged between 20 and 28 years who meet the eligibility criteria can submit their applications before the closing date.
SBI Clerk Backlog Vacancies Apply Online 2026
With the release of the official notification, the online registration process for SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 has begun. Candidates belonging to OBC, SC, and ST categories are eligible to apply for these backlog vacancies through the designated application link, which will remain active from 7th to 27th August 2026.
SBI Clerk Application Fee Details
The application fee varies based on category, as outlined below:
OBC: Rs. 750
SC/ST: No fee
SBI Clerk 2026 Eligibility
Any graduate aged between 20 and 28 years is eligible to apply for the SBI Clerk exam.
SBI Clerk Age Limit
Applicants must meet the prescribed age criteria to be considered eligible:
Minimum Age Limit: 20 years
Maximum Age Limit: 28 years
Age Relaxation: As per government rules
SBI Clerk Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university.
Those with an Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) should verify their passing date.
Final-year students can apply provisionally but must complete their degree before joining.
Basic computer literacy is required for the SBI Clerk exam.
SBI Clerk Number of Attempts
There is no fixed restriction on the number of attempts for the SBI Clerk exam. Candidates can appear multiple times as long as they satisfy the eligibility criteria. For general category applicants, the age limit remains 20 to 28 years, with relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
SBI Clerk 2026 Application Form
The online registration process for SBI Clerk 2026 is available on the official website, sbi.bank.in. Interested and eligible candidates need to fill out the application form, upload required documents such as photographs and signatures, and pay the applicable fee. The last date to submit the application is 27 August 2026.
SBI Clerk 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for SBI Clerk recruitment is conducted in three stages: Prelims, Mains, and the Language Proficiency Test. Candidates must qualify in each stage to be considered for final appointment.
