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SBI Clerk 2026: Last Chance to Apply for 7,680 Vacancies Before August 31 Deadline
State Bank of India’s Clerk recruitment closes on August 31, 2026. The window covers 7,680 regular vacancies, plus notified backlog where applicable. Candidates must pick one State or Union Territory, and that choice locks the language and circle. Preliminary exam is scheduled for September, with the Main exam tentatively in November.
Eligibility remains simple but strict. Graduates from recognised universities can apply, typically aged 20 to 28 years, with statutory relaxations for reserved categories. Final‑year students should have proof of graduation by document verification. Local language exemption applies if Class 10 or 12 marksheet shows that language; otherwise, a proficiency test follows selection.
SBI Clerk 2026 eligibility and age limits explained
Apply if you hold a bachelor’s degree and meet the age criteria on the notified date. Category relaxations usually include three years for Other Backward Classes and five years for Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes, with additional provisions for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. Integrated Dual Degree candidates must confirm the passing date matches the verification timeline.
One State or Union Territory choice and language rule
You can apply for only one State or Union Territory, and centre preferences follow that circle. Changing the circle later is not allowed, so choose where you know the local language. A Class 10 or 12 certificate mentioning the language grants exemption from the post‑selection language test.
SBI Clerk 2026 vacancies, reservation and backlog
The 7,680 regular posts are distributed State and category wise, with horizontal quotas for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities and Ex‑Servicemen. Backlog seats, where announced, run in parallel. Smart applicants first scan their circle’s seat matrix, then judge competition and cut‑off trends to decide whether their profile fits that vacancy mix.
Fees, photo and signature specs, and documents checklist
Application fees are typically payable for General, Other Backward Classes and Economically Weaker Sections; Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities are usually exempt. Follow SBI’s photograph and signature size specifications to avoid rejection. Keep ready identity proof, graduation proof, category certificates, EWS or OBC‑Non Creamy Layer certificates, domicile or language proof, and name‑change documents.
Common form errors and quick correction tips
Frequent mistakes include name‑ID mismatches, wrong category selection, expired EWS or OBC‑Non Creamy Layer certificates, incorrect State choice, and blurred photos or signatures. Use the preview and edit options before final submit. Save the final application and payment receipt. If you spot an error later, reapply correctly within August 31, 2026.
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