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Pratyasha Chaturvedi
By Pratyasha Chaturvedi
Sep 26, 2026, 10:01 IST

SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2026: This article will cover the SBI Clerk Prelims exam analysis, based on the first reaction of the candidates who appeared for the exam. The candidates appearing for the next shift can read this article to understand the difficulty level and the type of questions that can be asked in the exam.

SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2026 Live
SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2026 Live

HIGHLIGHTS

  • The SBI Clerk Prelims Exam is being conducted on September 26 and 27, 2026, and will be conducted in four shifts.
  • The prelims exam will include three sections: English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability.
  • The exam will consist of 100 questions of 100 marks, and each section will have sectional timing. The paper has to be completed within 60 minutes, or a 1-hour duration.

SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2026: The State Bank of India (SBI) is conducting the Junior Associate (Customer Support and Sales) Prelims Exam on September 26 and 27, 2026. The exam will be conducted online, and candidates are advised to carefully check their exam date, shift timings, and reporting time on their admit card before reaching the exam centre. This article will provide the SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2026 based on initial feedback from candidates as they leave the exam centre. This blog will give information about the shift-wise difficulty level. Good attempts, section-wise questions, and other details on student feedback. 

SBI Clerk Prelims Exam 2026 Highlights

Given below are some of the important key highlights of the SBI Clerk Prelims Exam 2026, which is being conducted on September 26 to 27, 2026:-

Particulars

Details

Conducting body

State Bank of India

Exam Name

SBI Clerk Prelims 2026

Post Name

Junior Associates (Customer Support and Sales)

Stage of Exam

Preliminary

Exam mode

Online

Exam Dates

September 26 and 27, 2026

Sections

  • English Language

  • Quantitative Aptitude

  • Reasoning Ability

Selection Process

  • Prelims

  • Mains

  • Language Proficiency Test 

SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Pattern 2026

The SBI Clerk Prelims Exam includes three sections. Candidates will be given a fixed time to complete each section, so they have to manage their time very carefully. Given below is the SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Pattern 2026 before they sit for the exam:-

Section

Questions

Marks

Time

English Language

30

30

20 minutes

Numerical Ability

35

35

20 minutes

Reasoning Ability

35

35

20 minutes

Total

100

100

60 minutes

Candidates are advised to go through the exam pattern once again before appearing for the exam. An important tip for the candidates: if there is any question that takes a long time, skip it and move to the next question; if there is time left, revisit the skipped question.

Also check, SBI Clerk Exam Day Guidelines 2026

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  • Sep 26, 2026, 10:01 IST

    SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2026 LIVE: 1st Shift Over

    The first shift of the first day of the SBI Clerk Prelims Exam 2026 is now over, the exam analysis will start once the candidates start leaving the exam centre.

  • Sep 26, 2026, 09:52 IST

    SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2026 LIVE: 10 Minutes Left for the First Shift to Be Over

    The SBI Clerk Prelims Exam 2026 of shift 1 of First day will be over in the next 10 minutes.

  • Sep 26, 2026, 09:30 IST

    SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2026: Carry Required Documents

    Candidates should check the exam day guidelines mentioned on the SBI Clerk Prelims Admit Card for the documents required at the examination centre. Keep the admit card, valid identity proof, and any other specified items ready. Checking everything before leaving home can help candidates avoid unnecessary stress during the entry process.


  • Sep 26, 2026, 09:21 IST

    SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2026: Revise Important Formulas

    Before the exam starts, candidates are advised to use their revision time to revisit important formulas instead of going into details. Focusing on some important topics like percentage, profit and loss, averages, ratio and proportion, simplification, and number series will be helpful, because one or two questions are asked from any of the above-mentioned topics. A quick revision can also help candidates recall the formulas or the shortcuts they have already practised.

  • Sep 26, 2026, 09:16 IST

    SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2026: Check Your SBI Clerk Admit Card

    Candidates are advised to check the details printed on their SBI Clerk Prelims admit card. The call letter will include important information such as the examination date, shift, reporting time, and exam centre address. Read all the instructions carefully and follow all the instructions carefully which are mentioned in the official admit card.


  • Sep 26, 2026, 09:11 IST

    SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2026 Live: Shift 1 Started

    The shift 1 of the first day of the SBI Clerk Prelims Exam 2026 has started at 9:00 AM and will conclude at 10:00 AM.

  • Sep 26, 2026, 09:09 IST

    SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2026: SBI Clerk Prelims 2026 Exam Today

    Candidates appearing for the SBI Clerk Prelims 2026 exam should check their exam centre, reporting time, and shift before leaving home to reach the exam centre before the gate closing time. The exam will be conducted online. Candidates should keep their admit card and required documents ready to avoid any last-minute problems at the exam centre. Keep in mind that once the gate closes, no entry will be allowed under any circumstances.


Pratyasha Chaturvedi
Pratyasha Chaturvedi

Executive - Editorial

Pratyasha is a Communications Professional with over 2.2 years of experience in the education sector. Having worked with top names like Arihant Publications and Jagran Josh, she specializes in board exam results, education news, and government job updates. She also brings a unique perspective as a former Subject Matter Expert for nearly a year. Currently, she is a key part of the Exam Prep and Sarkari Naukri team at Jagran Josh. Pratyasha holds an Honours degree in Ancient Indian History, Culture, and Archaeology, and loves reading and traveling in her free time.

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