The State Bank of India has announced 7,150 seats for the ‘Engagement of Apprentices 2026-27 under the Apprenticeship Act 1961’.
The SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notice (CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07) has been released today, 19th May 2026 in all employment newspapers and online applications have been invited from Bachelor’s degree holder candidates.
The application window starts today, and the last date to apply online is 8th June 2026. Candidates can submit their duly filled online form on the official website of SBI at www.sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings.
SBI Apprentice Notification 2026 Out
The Apprentice recruitment is conducted the Apprenticeship Act and it doesn’t offer employment in the Bank. The selection process consists of an Online exam and a local language test. Those who get selected will be trained as an apprentice by SBI for 1 year.

SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | State Bank of India |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Vacancy | 7150 |
| Advt No. | CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07 |
| Category | Bank Jobs |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 19th May to 8th June 2026 |
| Selection Process | Online Exam & Test of Local Language |
| Age | 20 To 28 years |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree |
| Job Location | Various States |
| Official Website | www.sbi.co.in |
| Salary | Rs.15000/- per month |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date |
19th May 2026
|
| Apply Online Starts |
19th May 2026
|
| Last Date to Apply | 8th June 2026 |
| Admit Card | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
SBI Apprentice Vacancy 2026
Total vacancy is 7150 and it is distributed across various states and union territories. We will update the category-wise and region-wise vacancy here once it gets available.
SBI Apprentice Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria is decided based on 3 factors: age, qualification, and nationality. Before applying candidates must check the requirements carefully.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable as per the Government of India guidelines for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates.
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwD (General): 10 years
- PwD (ST/SC): 13 years
- PwD (OBC): 15 years
Educational Qualification
The candidate must have completed graduation from a recognised University/ Institute.
SBI Apprentice Local Language Test
The Local language Proficiency is part of both eligibility and selection process. It is mandatory for candidates to be proficient in the language of the region they are applying from.
Those who qualify the online exam will be called for Local Language Test and it is a qualifying stage in the SBI Apprentice recruitment. It is designed to assess a candidate’s proficiency in the local/official language of the State or Union Territory applied for. Only candidates who meet the minimum language proficiency standards will be considered further.
SBI Apprentice 2026 Apply Online Link
SBI has invited online applications from eligible candidates starting from today, 19th May 2026 onwards. The official link has not been activated yet, but we will share the direct apply link here, as soon as its available online at SBI website.
SBI Apprentice Apply Online 2026 Link
How to Apply for the SBI Apprentice 2026
Below are the steps to follow for successfully filling out the SBI Apprentice online application form on the official website.
- Visit the SBI official website or click on the direct link provided below
- Click on the “Careers” tab, and a new page will appear
- Click on “Current Openings” under the “Join SBI” tab
- A list of current recruitments will open and then Click on “ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICES IN SBI UNDER THE APPRENTICES ACT, 1961 CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07”
- Click on the “Apply Online” link
- You will be redirected to the application page
- Click on the “Click here for New Registration” link. Important instructions page will open.
- Click on “Continue” and Enter and confirm the basic details asked in the registration form.
- Enter the security code and Click on the “Save & Next” button.
- Then upload a scanned copy of your photograph and your signature as per the requirements. Click on the “Next” button
- Select your preferred options for the details asked in the form. and click on “Validate your details”
- After clicking on “Validate your Details” a preview page will open, Check all your details and accept the declaration by clicking on the checkbox against “I Agree”
- Click on “Final Submit” and take a printout of the application form.
Application Fee
The candidates have to pay the below-mentioned non-refundable application fee during their registration process.
| SBI Apprentice Application Fees | |
| Category | Fees |
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 300 |
| SC/ST/PWD | Nil |
Documents / Details Needed For SBI Apprentice Registration
The following details/ documents will be required to complete the SBI Apprentice application form.
- Mobile number
- Email id
- A scanned copy of a photograph
- A scanned copy of the signature
You will also need the below-mentioned documents at the time of the document verification process
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Educational certificates
- Aadhaar card (except for the candidates from the North Eastern states)
SBI Apprentice 2026 Selection Process
Selection for engagement of SBI Apprentice will be done on the basis of two stages as follows-
i) Online Test
ii) Test of Local Language.
SBI Apprentice 2026 Exam Pattern
SBI will conduct only one online exam to make a selection of suitable candidates for the SBI Apprentice. SBI Apprentice Exam Pattern and details are provided below.
- All questions will be Objective Type (MCQs)
- Questions will be bilingual: English and Hindi
- Negative marking: 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer
- No penalty for unanswered questions
- The question paper is divided into 4 sections of 25 questions each (25 marks per section)
- 15 minutes per section; total exam duration 1 hour
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| General English | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour |
Candidates who qualify for the online exam will have to appear for the Local Language Test, however, the candidates who have studied the local language at class 10 or 12th level will be exempted from the Local Language Test.
SBI Apprentice Salary Structure
The candidates who get selected for the SBI Apprentice with a stipend of Rs.15000/- per month. The apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances/ benefits.
Duration Of Apprenticeship at SBI
Selection of candidates will be made for a period of one year for the post of SBI Apprentice in 2026. The bank is not obligated to offer full-time employment to the Apprentices after the expiry of the Apprenticeship period. After completion of three years from the date of appointment, apprentices will be relieved from their post.
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