SBI Clerk Exam Pattern 2026, Check Prelims and Mains Exam Pattern - Overview

SBI has officially released the recruitment notification for multiple posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from See official notification to See official notification at www.adda247.com. Detailed eligibility, age limit, application fee, selection process, salary and how-to-apply information is provided below.

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Recruitment Details

The State Bank of India (SBI) conducts the SBI Clerk Exam every year to recruit Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) across its branches in India. Candidates planning to appear for the SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026 must understand the latest SBI Clerk Exam Pattern to prepare effectively and boost their chances of selection.

To help students prepare better for the SBI Clerk 2026 exam, this article provides detailed information on the exam pattern. Read through to get all the essential information.

The SBI Clerk selection process consists of three stages: Preliminary Examination, Mains Examination, and Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT). While the Preliminary Exam is qualifying in nature, the marks obtained in the Mains Examination are considered for final selection. Candidates who clear the Main Examination will go through LPT, which is mandatory but qualifying in nature. Understanding the section-wise distribution of questions, marking scheme, negative marking, and time duration is important for an effective preparation strategy.

SBI conducts the SBI Clerk Exam every year to recruit eligible and qualified candidates. Check the highlights of the exam from the table given below.

SBI Clerk will be conducted by the State Bank of India to select eligible candidates for Junior Associates (Customer Support and Sales). With the release of the SBI Official Notification, the vacancy details, eligibility, and online application dates will also be released. The recruitment process to select Junior Associates (Customer Support and Sales) through SBI Clerk is done in three phases:

Eligibility / Yogyata

Educational Qualification

• Required qualification: ITI
• From a recognized University / Board / Institute
• For exact post-wise eligibility, refer to the official notification PDF

Age Limit

Age limit: See official notification. Age relaxation is available as per Government of India / State Government rules — OBC (NCL) +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, PwBD +10 years, Ex-Servicemen as per applicable rules.

Selection Process

1. Online Written Examination / CBT: Objective MCQ test covering relevant subjects, general awareness, reasoning and aptitude.
2. Skill Test / Interview: Wherever applicable for shortlisted candidates.
3. Document Verification: Original certificate verification at the final stage.
4. Medical Examination: For posts that require medical fitness.

Salary / Vetan

Selected candidates will be paid as per the official pay scale. As per 7th Pay Commission / pay matrix plus DA, HRA, TA and other admissible allowances. Government job benefits include PF, gratuity, NPS pension, medical facility, LTC and job security.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official website: www.adda247.com
2. Find and click the recruitment notification link
3. Register with name, email, mobile number
4. Login and fill the complete online application form
5. Upload scanned photograph, signature and supporting documents
6. Pay the application fee online (where applicable): See official notification
7. Review all details carefully and submit the form
8. Download and print the confirmation page
9. Apply before the last date: See official notification

Documents Required

• 10th & 12th Class Certificates (DOB proof)
• Graduation / Diploma / ITI certificate as per qualification
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC – Central/State Govt format)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable, valid for current FY)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable, 40%+ disability)
• Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book (if applicable)
• Recent passport-size photograph + Signature scan
• Aadhar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID / Driving Licence

FAQs

Q1. Is bharti mein kitni vacancies hain?

Ans: Total multiple posts notified hain. Detailed category-wise breakdown official notification PDF mein hai.

Q2. Online form kab tak bhara jayega?

Ans: Online application See official notification se shuru hai aur antim tithi See official notification hai. Apply karein www.adda247.com par.

Q3. Eligibility kya hai?

Ans: Required qualification ITI hai recognized University / Board se. Age limit See official notification hai.

Q4. Application fee kitni hai?

Ans: General/OBC/EWS candidates ke liye fee See official notification hai. SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates ke liye fee mein chhoot ho sakti hai — official notification check karein.

Q5. Salary kitni hoti hai?

Ans: As per 7th Pay Commission / pay matrix, plus DA, HRA, TA aur anya government allowances. Total in-hand competitive government salary milti hai with full job security and benefits.

Source: Notification reference. For exact and most up-to-date details, always refer to the official notification on the organization website.