SBI Clerk 2026 Exam Dates Out: Prelims for Backlog Vacancies on September 16

The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the examination dates for the SBI Clerk 2026 recruitment, with the Preliminary exam for backlog vacancies scheduled for September 16, 2026. Candidates who applied for the Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) posts can check the detailed schedule on the official portal, sbi.bank.in, to prepare for their respective examinations.

This announcement is crucial for thousands of aspirants, as it provides clarity on the upcoming examination phases for both the 1,538 backlog vacancies and the 7,680 regular vacancies, contributing to a total of 9,766 posts. The staggered examination dates aim to create easier the recruitment process across various online computer-based exam centres nationwide.

Sbi Clerk 2026: Important Examination Dates

The SBI Clerk Prelims exam for backlog vacancies is set for September 16, 2026, per information from practicemock.com, testbook.com, and careerpower.in. For regular vacancies, the Preliminary examination will be conducted on September 26, September 27, and October 3, 2026, as reported by testbook.com, adda247.com, and careerpower.in. The Mains examination dates have also been tentatively scheduled, providing candidates with a full timeline for the selection process.

The application window for the 1,538 backlog vacancies, released under the SBI Clerk Special Notification 2026, commenced on August 7, 2026, and concluded on August 27, 2026. Similarly, the online application for the 7,680 regular vacancies, announced in the official notification on August 11, 2026, closed on August 31, 2026.

Sbi Clerk 2026 Vacancy Details and Eligibility

A total of 9,766 vacancies have been announced for the SBI Clerk 2026 recruitment drive. This includes 7,680 regular vacancies and 2,086 backlog vacancies, as detailed by adda247.com, testbook.com, and careerpower.in. These positions are for Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) roles across various branches of the State Bank of India.

Candidates applying for these positions must have a Bachelor’s degree from any recognised university as of December 31, 2026. The age limit for applicants is a minimum of 20 years and a maximum of 28 years, calculated as on April 1, 2026, according to adda247.com, practicemock.com, and verandarace.com. Age relaxations apply as per government norms for reserved categories.

Sbi Clerk 2026 Application Fee and Selection Process

The application fee for General, OBC, and EWS category candidates was Rs 750/-. However, candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PWD categories were exempt from paying any application fee, as confirmed by adda247.com and verandarace.com. This fee structure ensures accessibility for many candidates.

The selection process for the SBI Clerk 2026 recruitment involves three distinct stages: a Preliminary Examination, a Main Examination, and a Language Proficiency Test (LPT). Candidates must successfully clear each stage to be considered for final selection. The online computer-based mode ensures a standardised and transparent examination process across all centres, as outlined by adda247.com, mahendras.org, verandarace.com, and careerpower.in.

What to Expect Next: Mains Exam Schedule

Following the Prelims, candidates will proceed to the Main Examination. The SBI Clerk Mains Exam for regular vacancies is expected to be held on November 23, 2026, according to adda247.com, while careerpower.in indicates November 26, 2026. For backlog vacancies, the Mains exam is tentatively scheduled for October/November 2026, with careerpower.in specifying November 17/18, 2026. Aspirants are advised to regularly check the official SBI website for any further updates or changes to the schedule.

Written by Aayush Kukreja

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