The State Bank of India (SBI) has released a massive recruitment notification to hire 7,150 Apprentices across various branches in the country. If you are a graduate looking to gain real-world banking experience with India’s largest public sector bank, this is a great opportunity.
Good news for candidates SBI has officially extended the last date to apply. You can now submit your applications online through the official careers portal (sbi.co.in) until June 15, 2026.
SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Event | Important |
| Online Application Start Date | May 19, 2026 |
| Extended Last Date to Apply | June 15, 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | July 2026 |
| General / OBC / EWS Fee | ₹300 |
| SC / ST / PwBD Fee | ₹0 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: You must have a graduation degree in any stream from a recognized university.
- Age Limit: Your age should be between 20 and 28 years. Age relaxation applies to reserved categories (3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST) as per government rules.
Stipend and Training Details
Selected candidates will undergo a 1-year training program. During this period, you will receive a fixed monthly stipend of ₹15,000. While this is an apprenticeship and not a permanent job, completing it gives you an official experience certificate from SBI. This certificate is highly valuable and can give you an advantage in future bank clerk recruitment exams.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The final selection depends on your performance in an online written test, followed by a local language proficiency test and a medical checkup.
The online exam will last for 60 minutes and consist of 100 objective-type questions. Keep in mind that there is a negative marking of 0.25 (1/4th) for every wrong answer.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| General & Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| General English | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
How to Apply
- Visit the official website at sbi.co.in and navigate to the Careers section.
- Look for the “Engagement of Apprentices” link under the current openings.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form with your personal and educational details.
- Upload a scanned copy of your photo and signature, pay the required fee, and submit the form.
Tip: When filling out the form, you will need to choose your preferred state and district. Make sure you are completely fluent in reading, writing, and speaking the local language of the state you apply for.