SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit, Qualifications, and Relaxations

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Overview

SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026 outlines the age limits, educational qualifications, nationality requirements, and relaxation rules for candidates aspiring to become SBI Clerks (Junior Associates). The age is 20-28 years with category-wise relaxations, and a graduation degree in any discipline is required.

Total Vacancies

TBA

Age Limit

20y - 28y

Age Details

Age Details

  • Minimum age: 20 years
  • Maximum age: 28 years
  • Age relaxation as per Government norms for reserved categories.

Eligibility

Education and Qualification

  • Graduation in any discipline from a university recognised by the Government of India. Computer literacy is mandatory, and candidates should indicate their graduation marks when applying online.
  • A certificate/diploma/degree in computer operations, computer language, or Information Technology, or studies of Computer/Information Technology at school/college, is preferred. Proficiency in the official language of the State/UT for which the candidate is applying is advantageous.

Nationality / Citizenship

A candidate must be:

  1. A Citizen of India, or
  2. A subject of Nepal, or
  3. A subject of Bhutan, or
  4. A Tibetan refugee who settled in India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
  5. A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries with the intention of permanently settling in India. Provided that categories 2-5 must have valid eligibility certificates issued by the Government of India.

Language and Exam Details

  • The SBI Clerk examination is conducted bilingually (English and Hindi) except for the English Language paper. The medium of the test can be chosen while filling the online application.
  • No prior work experience is required; fresh graduates and experienced candidates meeting the criteria can apply.

Important Dates

Application Start

TBA

Application End

TBA

Date Details

Important Dates

  • Updated: 21-04-2026 (Date shown in the post). If the notification provides a specific application window, use those dates from the official notification.

Application Fees

Application Fees

  • Details on application fees are not specified in the available information. Candidates should refer to the official notification for exact fee amounts and exemptions, if any.

How to Apply

Additional Information

  • The page contains general guidance, reminders about ensuring all eligibility criteria are met, and links to related SBI recruitment updates.
  • No personal or contact information should be shared here. For official and current details, always refer to the SBI official notification and website.
  • This post excludes third-party sharing links and social media sharing references that do not pertain to the core eligibility criteria.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit, Qualifications, and Relaxations"?

The "SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit, Qualifications, and Relaxations" is conducted by the State Bank of India (SBI).

What is the age limit for "SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit, Qualifications, and Relaxations"?

The age limit for "SBI Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit, Qualifications, and Relaxations" is between 20 and 28 years. Please refer to the age details section for specific relaxation rules.

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