State Bank Of India Releases Clerk Prelims Admit Card For 2026 Recruitment

The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the much-awaited preliminary examination call letters for the Junior Associate, commonly known as the Clerk, recruitment drive for the year 2026. Candidates who successfully registered for the recruitment process can now visit the official recruitment portal of the bank to download their hall tickets. The preliminary examination is scheduled to be conducted on September 26 and September 27, 2026, at multiple examination centers established across the country.

To access the admit card, candidates are required to log into the official website using their unique registration number or roll number, along with their password or date of birth as specified during the application process. Applicants must carefully verify all the personal details printed on the admit card, including their full name, photograph, signature, registration number, exam date, shift timing, and the exact address of the assigned examination venue. Any discrepancy found on the hall ticket must be immediately reported to the recruitment authorities for timely rectification before the examination day.

The preliminary examination for the SBI Clerk recruitment typically comprises multiple-choice questions divided across three core sections: English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. The exam carries a total of 100 marks with a duration of one hour, featuring sectional timing for each part. Candidates must note that there is a negative marking scheme for incorrect answers, where one-fourth of the marks assigned to a particular question are deducted for every wrong response. Qualifying the preliminary examination is mandatory for candidates to become eligible to appear for the subsequent main examination.

On the days of the examination, September 26 and September 27, candidates must adhere strictly to the guidelines and instructions mentioned on the call letter. It is mandatory to carry a printed copy of the SBI Clerk Prelims admit card along with a valid original photo identity proof, such as an Aadhaar card, PAN card, voter ID, passport, or driving license. Candidates must also bring a recent passport-sized photograph to affix on the attendance sheet as required by the invigilating staff. Electronic gadgets, calculators, smartwatches, and study materials are strictly prohibited inside the examination hall.

The State Bank of India recruitment drive aims to fill numerous vacancies for Junior Associates (Customer Support and Sales) in its various branches pan India. Aspirants are advised to keep checking the official website regularly for any further updates, shift timings, COVID-19 safety protocols, or additional instructions regarding the selection process. With the examination dates fast approaching, candidates should utilize their final days for revision, mock test practice, and time management strategies to ensure a strong performance in the preliminary test.