SBI Clerk Pre Mock Test Series 2026
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SBI Clerk Exam Overview 2026
The State Bank of India (SBI) conducts the SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) examination annually to recruit candidates for clerical cadre posts in its various branches across the country. The official SBI Clerk 2026 notification is not out yet, and vacancies are yet to be declared by the Bank. The recruitment process consists of two phases: Prelims and Mains.
| Exam Name | SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) Exam 2026 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Vacancies | Not Declared Yet (To be notified) |
| Application Dates | To Be Notified (Tentative 2026) |
| Prelims Exam Date | To Be Notified |
| Mains Exam Date | To Be Notified |
| Official Website | bank.sbi |
SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026 (Expected)
Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility conditions to apply for the SBI Clerk exam:
1. Nationality / Citizenship
The candidate must be either a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal, a subject of Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came over to India before the 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India.
2. Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. Final year/semester students can also apply provisionally, but they must produce proof of having passed the graduation examination on or before the date mentioned in the official notification.
3. Age Limit
The expected age limit for SBI Clerk is 20 to 28 years as on the crucial date mentioned in the notification. Age relaxation is provided to reserved categories (OBC: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years, PwBD: 10-15 years) as per Government of India norms.
SBI Clerk Application Fee 2026 (Expected)
The application fee must be paid online through Net Banking, Credit, or Debit cards.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 750/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / XS / DXS | Nil (No Fee) |
SBI Clerk Pay Scale & Salary Structure
Selected candidates will receive a starting basic pay of Rs. 26,730/- (Rs. 24,050 plus two advance increments). The pay scale is Rs. 24050-1340/3-28070-1650/3-33020-2000/4-41020-2340/7-57400-4400/1-61800-2680/1-64480. The total starting emoluments at a Metro centre like Mumbai are approx. Rs. 46,000 per month, inclusive of D.A., other allowances, and two additional increments for newly recruited graduate junior associates.
| Post | Basic Pay | Gross Emoluments (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Associate (Clerk) | Rs. 26,730 | Rs. 46,000 (Metro Centres) |
SBI Clerk Exam Pattern (Prelims)
The SBI Clerk Prelims is an online examination consisting of Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). It is qualifying in nature.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour (Separate timing for each section) |
Note: There is a negative marking of 1/4th marks assigned to the question for each incorrect answer in Prelims. No minimum qualifying marks are prescribed for individual tests or the aggregate score.
Detailed SBI Clerk Syllabus (Prelims)
To crack the exam, candidates must have a clear understanding of the subject-wise syllabus:
1. English Language
- Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test
- Spotting Errors, Sentence Improvement
- Fill in the Blanks, Para Jumbles
- Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Word Usage)
2. Numerical Ability
- Number Series, Simplification/Approximation
- Quadratic Equations, Data Interpretation (DI)
- Arithmetic: Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Averages
- Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Speed & Distance
3. Reasoning Ability
- Puzzles and Seating Arrangement (Linear, Circular, Box, Floor)
- Syllogism, Coding-Decoding
- Inequalities, Blood Relations
- Direction Sense, Order and Ranking, Alpha-Numeric Series
SBI Clerk Selection Process 2026
The selection of candidates for the Clerk post is done through the following stages:
- Phase-I: Prelims (Computer Based Exam) - Objective type MCQs. Qualifying in nature.
- Phase-II: Mains (Computer Based Exam) - Includes Objective MCQs. Merit is prepared based on Mains performance.
- Phase-III: Local Language Proficiency Test - Provisionally selected candidates who have not studied the specified opted local language in 10th/12th standard must appear for this test before joining.
The final merit list is prepared based on the scores of the Mains exam, subject to qualifying the local language test.
How to Apply for SBI Clerk 2026?
Candidates can apply online (dates to be notified) through the official SBI website. Follow these steps to successfully submit the application form:
- Visit the official website: bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings.
- Click on the "Current Openings" or "SBI Clerk Recruitment 2026" link.
- Register yourself by providing basic details to generate the Registration Number and Password.
- Log in to fill out the detailed application form with educational, personal, and language details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and hand-written declaration in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Review all details carefully and submit the application form.
- Download and take a printout of the system-generated application form and e-receipt for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Are SBI Clerk 2026 vacancies declared?
No, the official notification and vacancies for SBI Clerk 2026 are not declared yet. They will be updated on the official website once the notification is released.
Q2. Can 12th pass students apply for SBI Clerk?
No, the minimum educational qualification is a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Q3. Is there negative marking in the SBI Clerk Prelims exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/4th marks assigned to the question for every wrong answer in the Prelims exam.
Q4. Is the SBI Clerk Prelims exam qualifying?
Yes, the Prelims exam is qualifying in nature. The marks obtained in Prelims are not added to the final merit list.
Q5. What is the starting salary of an SBI Clerk?
The starting basic pay is Rs. 26,730 (Rs. 24,050 plus two advance increments). The total starting emoluments at a Metro centre are approx. Rs. 46,000 per month.
Q6. Where can I practice free SBI Clerk Mock Tests?
You can attempt free high-quality SBI Clerk Prelims mock tests and practice sets directly on this page at MockSeries to evaluate your preparation.