The State Bank of India (SBI) is conducting two separate Junior Associate (Clerk) recruitment drives for 2026 - a Special Recruitment Drive for backlog vacancies and the Regular SBI Clerk 2026 recruitment. Both have different Prelims exam dates. This article explains the confirmed schedule for each, along with admit card, exam pattern, and other exam-day details.
SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview
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| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Regular Drive Advt. No. | CRPD/CR/2026-27/17 |
| Backlog Drive Advt. No. | CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 |
| Regular Vacancies | 9,766 |
| Backlog Vacancies | 1,538 (SC/ST/OBC) |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Selection Stages | Prelims, Mains, Local Language Test |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in |
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SBI Clerk Exam Date 2026: Important Dates
Regular SBI Clerk 2026 Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 11 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 26 September and 3 October 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 26 November 2026 (tentative) |
SBI Clerk Special Backlog Drive 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 7 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 7 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 27 August 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 16 September 2026 |
SBI Clerk Exam Pattern 2026 (Prelims)
- The Prelims exam consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying one mark each.
- The exam is conducted in online, computer-based mode across multiple centres.
- As per the notification, there are no minimum qualifying marks prescribed for individual sections; however, candidates must clear the overall cut-off decided by SBI.
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Important Instructions for SBI Clerk Prelims 2026
- Reach the exam centre well before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card.
- Carry a valid photo ID and admit card; entry may be denied without these.
- Follow all exam-day guidelines issued by SBI, including biometric verification requirements.
- Regularly check the official SBI Careers portal for any updates on exam city, shift, or postponement.
