SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 – 7680 Junior Associate Posts

Post Name(s) Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) Vacancy Details Category Details Total Vacancy 7,680 Arunachal Pradesh 55 Assam 110 Manipur 14 Meghalaya 24 Mizoram 32 Nagaland 27 Tripura 48 Sikkim 60 Pay Scale Description Starting Basic Pay: ₹26,730 (includes two advance increments for graduates). Range: ₹24,050 - ₹64,480 . Allowances: Includes D.A., HRA, and other allowances as per current bank rates. CTC: Approximately ₹46,000 per month. Educational Qualification & Experience Educational Degree: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification. Final year/semester students may apply provisionally, provided they pass by 31.12.2026 . Experience: No experience required. Who Should Apply ✅ Graduates (or final year students) aged 20-28 years who are proficient in the local language of the state they are applying for. ✅ Candidates who are ready to apply online via the official SBI careers portal before the deadline of 31.08.2026 . ✅ Individuals seeking a stable clerical career in the banking sector with a starting monthly emolument of approximately ₹46,000 . Age Limit & Relaxation Category Age Relaxation General 20 to 28 years (as on 01.04.2026) OBC 3 years SC/ ST 5 years PwBD (Gen/ EWS) 10 years PwBD (OBC) 13 years PwBD (SC/ ST) 15 years Ex-Servicemen Actual service + 3 years (max 50 years) Widows/Divorced Women 7 years Application Fee Category Fee SC/ ST/ PwBD/ XS/ DXS ₹0 General/ OBC/ EWS ₹750 Selection Process Phase-I: Preliminary Examination (Objective Test). Phase-II: Main Examination (Objective Test). Phase-III: Local Language Proficiency Test (for those who have not studied the language in 10th/12th standard). Documents Required Scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration. Valid Email ID and Mobile Number. Photo ID proof (Aadhar/PAN/Passport/etc.) for exam entry. Educational mark sheets/certificates. Category/Disability certificates (if applicable). Important Dates Event Date Online Registration 11.08.2026 to 31.08.2026 Preliminary Exam September 2026 Main Exam November 2026 How to Apply Visit the official website: https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings. Select "Recruitment of Junior Associates 2026" and click "Apply Online". Register to generate a provisional registration number and password. Fill in the application form carefully and upload the required scanned documents. Pay the application fee online and print the e-receipt and application form for your records. Why This Matters for NE Applicants This recruitment provides a significant opportunity for candidates in Northeast India to secure stable employment within their home states. The inclusion of specific local language requirements ensures that regional candidates have a competitive advantage in serving their local communities. ` Important Links Resource Link Notice Click Here Apply Online Click Here Recommended Guide Book Click Here WhatsApp Channel Click Here Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q: Is there any negative marking in the exam? A: Yes, 1/4th of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every wrong answer. Q: Can I apply for more than one state? A: No, candidates can apply for vacancies in only one State/UT. Q: Is there an interview round? A: No, the selection is based on the Preliminary exam, Main exam, and a Local Language Proficiency Test. Q: What is the probation period for the selected candidates? A: The probation period is a minimum of 6 months.

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