The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the detailed notification (Advt. No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16) for the special recruitment drive of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) in the clerical cadre. This drive is exclusively conducted to fill 1,538 backlog vacancies across SC, ST, and OBC categories.
Eligible candidates can submit their online application forms through the official SBI careers portal before the active closing deadline.
Below, we have detailed all essential information regarding this recruitment drive, including the total number of posts, state-wise distribution, eligibility criteria, and application procedures.
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- Organization: State Bank of India (SBI)
- Advertisement Number: CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16
- Post Name: Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) / Clerical Cadre
- Total Posts: 1,538 Vacancies (SC: 207 | ST: 1,219 | OBC: 112)
- Pay Scale: ₹24,050 – ₹64,480/- per month (Starting Basic Pay: ₹24,050/- + allowances)
- Application Mode: Online Only
Important Dates
- Official Notification Release Date: August 07, 2026
- Online Registration Starts From: August 07, 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee: August 27, 2026
- Preliminary Examination (CBT): September 2026 (Tentative)
- Main Examination (CBT): October / November 2026 (Tentative)
West Bengal Vacancy Details & State Breakdown
The total of 1,538 posts is distributed across various SBI circles. Under the Kolkata Circle, West Bengal has a dedicated quota for backlog vacancies:
- State / UT: West Bengal
- Circle: Kolkata
- Specified Local Language: Bengali / Nepali
(Note: Candidates applying for West Bengal must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking Bengali or Nepali.
Educational Qualification Requirements
- Academic Qualification: A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institute (as of December 31, 2026).
- Final Year Students: Candidates in the final year/semester of graduation may apply provisionally, provided they produce proof of passing the graduation examination on or before December 31, 2026.
- Local Language Proficiency: Candidates should be proficient in the specified local language of the State/UT applied for.
Age Limit Criteria
Applicants must satisfy the age requirement calculated as of April 01, 2026:
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years (Born between April 02, 1998, and April 01, 2006)
- Age Relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 13–15 years for PwBD candidates.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of three sequential stages:
- Phase I: Preliminary Examination: Objective online test (100 Marks, 60 Minutes) evaluating English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability.
- Phase-II: Main Examination: Objective online test (200 Marks, 2 Hours 40 Minutes) evaluating General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude.
- Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT): Conducted for candidates who do not possess proof of studying the local language in Class 10th or 12th.
How to Apply for SBI Clerk Special Recruitment Drive 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their registration online by completing these steps:
- Visit SBI’s official careers portal.
- Locate and open the link for “Special Recruitment Drive for Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) – Advt No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16”.
- Click on “Apply Online” and complete your new candidate registration.
- Log in using your generated Registration ID and Password to complete the application form.
- Upload clear scanned copies of your photo, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and category proof.
- Pay the applicable fee online, review your entries, and submit the form before August 27, 2026. Download and print the summary page for future reference.
Important Links:
- Official Notification: – Download Notification.
- For Apply Link: – APPLY ONLINE
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