SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 7,150 Positions
The State Bank of India (SBI) has released an official notification for the engagement of 7,150 Apprentices for the financial year 2026-27. Candidates holding a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institute are eligible to apply. The online registration portal is actively accepting applications until June 15, 2026. Selected apprentices will undergo structural operational training and receive a fixed monthly stipend of ₹15,000. Selection will be based on an online written test followed by a local language test.
7,150
Total Posts
₹15,000 fixed monthly stipend during structural training
Salary
20–28
Age (yrs)
All India (State-wise allocations)
Location
Timeline
25 May 2026
Online application gateway and fee payment modules activated
15 Jun 2026
The window closes automatically at midnight on the final date
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Application Window Closes Shortly for 7,150 SBI Apprentice Positions
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About This Notification
The State Bank of India (SBI) invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for engagement as apprentices under the Apprentices Act 1961. This recruitment drive aims to fill 7,150 training seats across various states and union territories.
The application window is currently Active, with the final deadline for online submission set for June 15, 2026. This training program offers an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates to gain hands-on experience in banking operations within India's largest public sector bank.
Key Details
Organization
State Bank of India (SBI)
Department
Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD)
Exam Name
SBI Engagement of Apprentices Examination 2026-27
Total Posts
7,150
Job Location
All India (State-wise allocations)
Selection Process
Stage 1: Online Written Examination (Objective Type) → Stage 2: Test of Local Language → Stage 3: Verification of Documents & Pre-Employment Medical Fitness Assessment
Official Website
https://sbi.co.in
Eligibility Criteria
Local Language Proficiency
Candidates should be proficient in the specified local language of the state they are applying for. Those who produce 10th or 12th standard mark sheets proving they studied the specified local language as a subject will be exempted from the language test.
Duration of Training
The apprenticeship training is strictly for a temporary, non-extendable period of one year under the statutory guidelines.
Educational Qualification
- Educational Qualification: Graduation Degree in any field from a recognized University or Institute.
- Crucial Date: The candidate must possess the passing certificate/degree validation on or before the closing date of registration.
Age Limit
General Category: 20–28 years
- SC / ST Candidates: 5 years upper age relaxation.
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 3 years upper age relaxation.
- PwBD Candidates: 10 to 15 years relaxation depending on the primary reservation category.
Important Dates
Online Registration Commencement
25 May 2026
Online application gateway and fee payment modules activated
Last Date to Apply Online
15 Jun 2026
The window closes automatically at midnight on the final date
Online Written Test (Tentative)
—
Specific exam call letter download dates will be notified via SMS and Email
| Event | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ✓Online Registration Commencement | 25 May 2026 | Online application gateway and fee payment modules activated |
| ✓Last Date to Apply Online | 15 Jun 2026 | The window closes automatically at midnight on the final date |
| Online Written Test (Tentative) | — | Specific exam call letter download dates will be notified via SMS and Email |
Vacancy Breakup — Total: 7,150
SBI Apprentice (State-wise/UT-wise allocation)
7,150Pay Scale: Fixed stipend of ₹15,000 per month (No extra allowances are admissible)
| Post Name | Total | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PH | Female | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SBI Apprentice (State-wise/UT-wise allocation) | 7,150 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Fixed stipend of ₹15,000 per month (No extra allowances are admissible) |
Application Fee
Payment Mode: Online mode using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking
Application fee and intimation charges are non-refundable.
SBI Apprentice Online Objective Test — Exam Pattern
General/Financial Awareness (25 Marks), General English (25 Marks), Quantitative Aptitude (25 Marks), Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude (25 Marks)
Questions
100
Marks
100
Duration
60 min
Negative
0.25
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness (25 Marks), General English (25 Marks), Quantitative Aptitude (25 Marks), Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude (25 Marks) | 100 | 100 | 60 min | 0.25 | online |
Each section has a separate dedicated time limit of 15 minutes. There is a negative marking penalty of 1/4th of the mark assigned to a question for wrong answers.
Step 1: Access the Registration Link
Open bank.sbi/careers or sbi.co.in/careers. Locate the engagement notification for apprentices and click on 'Apply Online' to trigger the IBPS hosting registration wizard.
Step 2: Input Credentials and Preferences
Log back in to enter personal data, category parameters, academic milestones, and state/district training preferences.
Step 3: Upload Mandatory Scanned Graphics
Upload a passport-sized photograph, your signature on white paper with black ink, a left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration statement.
Step 4: Fee Clearing & Application Print
Check the full form preview layout. Move to the online payment gateway to process the ₹300 fee (if applicable). Save the final system-generated print summary.
Latest Updates
11 Jun
2026
🔔 Application Window Closes Shortly for 7,150 SBI Apprentice Positions
The deadline to register online for the SBI Apprentice engagement program is June 15, 2026. Aspiring graduates must process fees and upload graphic assets before the deadline.
Access SBI Career Portal NowWeightage and Benefits in Future Regular Recruitment
Completion of this apprenticeship program provides structural career value. According to institutional rules, candidates who successfully complete their one-year training block at SBI are awarded special relaxation weightage marks during the main selection metrics for future regular recruitment of Junior Associates (Clerical Cadre) within the State Bank of India.
Important Condition on Past Training / Experience
Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training in SBI or any other organization earlier, or who have running post-qualification work experience of one year or more, are not eligible to apply for this engagement. A declaration must be signed during onboarding.
