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SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Date 2026 - Check Regular & Backlog Drive Schedule at sbi.bank.in

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  • Updated September 09, 2026 06:06 PM
  • by K Sangeetha
  • The State Bank of India (SBI) is conducting two separate Junior Associate (Clerk) recruitment drives for 2026 - a Special Recruitment Drive for backlog vacancies and the Regular SBI Clerk 2026 recruitment. Both have different Prelims exam dates. This article explains the confirmed schedule for each, along with admit card, exam pattern, and other exam-day details.

SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview

ParticularDetails
Conducting BodyState Bank of India (SBI)
Post NameJunior Associate (Customer Support & Sales)
Regular Drive Advt. No.CRPD/CR/2026-27/17
Backlog Drive Advt. No.CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16
Regular Vacancies9,766
Backlog Vacancies1,538 (SC/ST/OBC)
Exam ModeOnline (Computer-Based Test)
Selection StagesPrelims, Mains, Local Language Test
Official Websitesbi.bank.in
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SBI Clerk Exam Pattern 2026 (Prelims)

  • The Prelims exam consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying one mark each.
  • The exam is conducted in online, computer-based mode across multiple centres.
  • As per the notification, there are no minimum qualifying marks prescribed for individual sections; however, candidates must clear the overall cut-off decided by SBI.
  • Also Read: OSSC CHSL Exam Date 2026

Important Instructions for SBI Clerk Prelims 2026

  • Reach the exam centre well before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card.
  • Carry a valid photo ID and admit card; entry may be denied without these.
  • Follow all exam-day guidelines issued by SBI, including biometric verification requirements.
  • Regularly check the official SBI Careers portal for any updates on exam city, shift, or postponement.

SBI Clerk Exam Date 2026 - Important Links

  • Official SBI Careers Portal
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Q1. When is the SBI Clerk Prelims exam date 2026?

  • The Regular SBI Clerk 2026 Prelims exam is scheduled for 26 September and 3 October 2026. The Special Backlog Drive Prelims exam is scheduled for 16 September 2026.
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