The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially announced the exam dates for the recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support and Sales). Candidates preparing for one of the most anticipated banking recruitment exams can now check the detailed schedule for the Prelims exam 2026. As per the official notification, the exam dates set by the State Bank of India for the prelims exam are September 26 to 27, 2026. The admit cards for the SBI Clerk Prelims exam will be released soon. Knowing about the official timeline allows applicants to manage their revision strategy, attempt more mock tests, and manage their exam preparation effectively.
SBI Clerk Exam Dates 2026 OUT
The recruitment process of the SBI aims to fill the Junior Associate posts across various branches across India. Candidates must keep a check of the following exam dates in this recruitment process.
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Important Dates
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Apply Online Last Date
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August 11, 2026
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Apply Online Close Date
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August 31, 2026
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PET Admit Card
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September 15, 2026
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Prelims Exam Date
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September 26 - 27, 2026 (Tentative)
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SBI Clerk Exam Pattern & Shift Timings Overview
The preliminary exam of the SBI Clerk 2026 is a speed-based online exam that is conducted across multiple shifts per day. Candidates will receive their allotted shift timings, reporting time, and test centre details on their official admit card when it is released.
Prelims Exam Structure for SBI Clerk 2026
The exam will consist of 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks to be completed in a strict sectional timing of 60 minutes:-
- English Language: 30 Questions (30 Marks):- 20 minutes
- Numerical Ability: 35 Questions (35 Marks):- 20 minutes
- Reasoning Ability: 35 Questions (35 Marks)- 20 minutes
There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks (1/4th mark), which applies to every incorrect answer in both mains and prelims.
Also check, SBI Clerk Vacancy 2026: Check State-Wise and Category-Wise Complete Vacancy Breakup
How to Download the SBI Clerk Admit Card 2026?
Candidates can download their SBI Clerk call letter directly from the official website of sbi.bank.in, using the simple steps given below:-
- Go to the official website of SBI, i.e., sbi.bank.in
- Look for the career page and click on the active link to download the Online Call Letter for Junior Associate Recruitment 2026.
- Enter the registration number and roll number and password or date of birth.
- Save the admit card PDF and print clear copies for exam day.
Also check, SBI Clerk Syllabus 2026: Check Prelims & Mains Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation Tips and Book List Here