SBI Clerk backlog mains exam 2026 date out, 1,538 vacancies

The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the expected schedule for the SBI Clerk Backlog Mains Exam 2026, which is anticipated to take place in October/November 2026. This examination is part of a Special Recruitment Drive to fill 1,538 backlog vacancies for Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) across various examination centers in India.

The preliminary examination for this recruitment drive was conducted on 16 September 2026, and the results were released on 17 October 2026. The upcoming Mains examination is a crucial stage for candidates aspiring to secure positions against these specific backlog vacancies, which are designated for SC/ST/OBC categories under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16.

SBI Clerk Backlog Mains Examination Details

The SBI Clerk Backlog Mains Exam 2026 will be conducted online, with an expected duration of 2 hours and 40 minutes. The examination will consist of 190 questions, carrying a total of 200 marks. Candidates will face questions across four sections: General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude.

A penalty of one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every incorrect answer. The SBI Clerk Backlog Mains Admit Card 2026 is expected to be released in October/November 2026. Candidates are required to carry a printed copy of their admit card along with an original, valid photo identity document as specified in the admit card instructions.

Important Dates and Shift Timings

The application period for the Special Recruitment Drive for backlog vacancies was from 7 August to 27 August 2026, following the notification release on 7 August 2026. The Prelims Admit Card was issued on 9 September 2026. The Mains examination is expected to be held in two shifts, with specific reporting and exam start/end times.

Candidates must report to the examination center per the time mentioned on their admit card. Prohibited items, including mobile phones, smartwatches, and calculators, are not permitted inside the examination hall. It is advised that candidates verify the examination venue and address in advance and adhere to all instructions provided by invigilators.

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