The State Bank of India (SBI) released the official advertisement for the SBI Junior Associate Clerk Backlog Recruitment 2026 on 07/08/ 2026. This Special Recruitment Drive (Advt No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16) is exclusively announced to fill 1,538 backlog vacancies reserved for SC, ST, and OBC categories across various bank circles. General and EWS candidates are not eligible to apply under this specific drive.
Total Post :- 1538
Important Dates
| Online Registration Starts | 07/08/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fees | 27/08/2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | September 2026 |
| Main Examination | October / November 2026 |
Application Fee
| General, EWS, OBC | ₹ 750/- |
| SC, ST, PH | ₹ 0/- |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Age Limit as on 01/04/2026
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Age Relaxation as per SBI Junior Associates Clerk Backlog Recruitment Rules. |
Education Qualification
| Candidate must have Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University or any equivalent qualification recognised as such by Central Government. |
| For More Eligibility Criteria Read Official Notification Before Applying. |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| General | 00 |
| EWS | 00 |
| OBC | 112 |
| SC | 207 |
| ST | 1219 |
Selection Process
| 1 | Preliminary Exam | Objective online test testing English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning. |
| 2 | Main Exam | Comprehensive online test testing Financial Awareness, English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning. |
| 3 | Local Language Proficiency Test | Mandatory test for those who do not have proof of studying the specified local language in 10th or 12th standard |
Salary Structure
| 1 | Starting Basic Pay | ₹26,730 (Includes two advance increments for graduates). |
| 2 | Gross Monthly Emoluments | Approximately ₹46,000/month in metro areas like Mumbai, inclusive of DA and other allowances. |
| 3 | Probation Period | A minimum period of 6 months upon joining. |
Important Links
| Online Apply | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |