SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 2026
This notification announces the engagement of 7150 Apprentice posts in State Bank of India under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Short Information
The State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD) has released the recruitment notification for 7150 Apprentice vacancies. Candidates can apply online from 19 May 2026 to 8 June 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | 300 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 0 |
| Payment Modes | Online |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post | Vacancy | Age Limit | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | 7150 | 20‑28 years (as on 01‑04‑2026) | Graduation from a recognized University / Institute |
State‑wise vacancy breakdown:
| State / UT | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Gujarat | 217 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 709 |
| Karnataka | 276 |
| Chhattisgarh | 93 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 285 |
| Odisha | 229 |
| UT Ladakh | 15 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 180 |
| UT Chandigarh | 15 |
| Punjab | 345 |
| UT Jammu & Kashmir | 300 |
| Haryana | 320 |
| UT Puducherry | 18 |
| Tamil Nadu | 396 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 26 |
| Nagaland | 20 |
| Meghalaya | 8 |
| Tripura | 88 |
| Assam | 368 |
| Mizoram | 54 |
| Manipur | 6 |
| Telangana | 491 |
| Rajasthan | 350 |
| West Bengal | 460 |
| UT Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 42 |
| Sikkim | 50 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 561 |
| Maharashtra | 504 |
| Goa | 16 |
| Uttarakhand | 115 |
| Delhi | 105 |
| Bihar | 58 |
| Jharkhand | 27 |
| Keralam | 403 |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection Process
- Online Written Test
- Test of Local Language
- Medical Examination
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration (minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | 15 |
| General English | 25 | 25 | 15 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 |
Total Duration: 60 minutes. Negative marking: 1/4th of the mark assigned for each wrong answer.
How to Apply Online
- Register on NAPS portal.
- Read guidelines on BFSI SSC website.
- Visit SBI Careers portal.
- Open “Current Openings” section.
- Click on the link titled “Engagement of Apprentices under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 (CRPD/APPR/2026‑27/07)”.
- Complete online registration.
- Fill application form with personal, educational and preference details.
- Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, live photograph.
- Pay applicable fee online.
- Submit and save application confirmation.
Required Documents
- Recent passport-size colour photograph (4.5 cm × 3.5 cm; 200×230 pixels; 20 KB–50 KB; JPEG)
- Signature with black ink on white paper (140×60 pixels; 10 KB–20 KB; JPEG)
- Left Thumb Impression on white paper with black or blue ink (240×240 pixels; 20 KB–50 KB; JPEG/JPG)
- Handwritten Declaration in English on white paper with black ink (800×400 pixels; 50 KB–100 KB; JPEG/JPG) — in candidate's own handwriting
- Live photograph captured via webcam or mobile phone (to be uploaded at the time of online application)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a one‑year apprenticeship training programme under the Apprenticeship Act 1961 for engagement of 7,150 apprentices in State Bank of India branches and offices across various States and Union Territories. It offers a fixed monthly stipend of Rs. 15,000 and does not guarantee permanent employment after completion.
How many vacancies are there in SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
State Bank of India has notified a total of 7,150 Apprentice vacancies under Advertisement No. CRPD/APPR/2026‑27/07 for the 2026‑27 apprenticeship batch.
What are the important dates for SBI Apprentice 2026?
The online application process starts on 19 May 2026 and the last date to apply online and pay fees is 08 June 2026. The online examination is tentatively scheduled for July 2026.
What is the eligibility criteria for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be Indian citizens, hold a Graduation degree from a recognized University/Institute as on 01‑04‑2026, be aged 20‑28 years (with relaxations for reserved categories), and must register on the NAPS portal before applying.
What is the selection process for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Selection comprises an Online Written Test, followed by a Test of Local Language, and finally a Medical Examination. Final selection is subject to verification of eligibility, qualifying in the local language test, and medical fitness.