State Bank of India released the SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for engagement of apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 7150 apprentice vacancies are going to be filled across various states and union territories in India.
Eligible graduates can apply online from 19 May 2026 to 08 June 2026 through the SBI careers portal. The online examination is tentatively scheduled for July 2026.
SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 7150 |
| Advertisement No | CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Official Website | SBI.bank,in |
State Wise Vacancy List
SBI Apprentice recruitment notification is released for total 7150 posts . State wise breakup of posts is as follows . Candidates are advised to check the list before applying for any state .
| State / UT | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 709 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 26 |
| Assam | 368 |
| Bihar | 58 |
| Chhattisgarh | 93 |
| Delhi | 105 |
| Goa | 16 |
| Gujarat | 217 |
| Haryana | 320 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 180 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 300 |
| Jharkhand | 27 |
| Karnataka | 276 |
| Kerala | 403 |
| Ladakh | 15 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 285 |
| Maharashtra | 504 |
| Manipur | 6 |
| Meghalaya | 8 |
| Mizoram | 54 |
| Nagaland | 20 |
| Odisha | 229 |
| Pondicherry | 18 |
| Punjab | 345 |
| Rajasthan | 350 |
| Sikkim | 50 |
| Tamil Nadu | 396 |
| Telangana | 491 |
| Tripura | 88 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 561 |
| Uttarakhand | 115 |
| West Bengal | 460 |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 42 |
| Chandigarh | 15 |
SBI Apprentice Eligibility
Candidate must fulfill eligibility criteria for applying for the notification . The eligibility criteria is mentioned below
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess Graduation ( Degree) from a recognized University or Institute of India . The qualification should be completed as on 01 April 2026.
Age Limit 2026
SBI Apprentice Stipend 2026
Selected apprentices will receive:
- ₹15,000 per month stipend.
No additional allowances or benefits will be provided.
SBI Apprentice Selection Process
SBI Apprentice Selection will be made based following steps .
- Online Written Test
- Local Language Test
- Medical Examination
Candidates has to go though Online written test as preliminary test . Candidates qualified in Online test will be called for local Language test , where candidate will be checked for communication skill in local language . Candidate qualified will be called for medical examination for physical fitness .
SBI Apprentice Exam Pattern 2026
SBI Apprentice exam is conducted for 100 marks . The exam consist 100 questions , each question will carry 1 mark. The time given for 100 questions is 60 Minutes. Candidates need to complete 100 questions in 60 minutes . The subject wise questions are mentioned below .
| 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 Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
Negative marking is applicable for wrong answer . A negative marking of 1/4 is applicable for each wrong answer .
How to Apply for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates are advised to follow below steps to apply
- Visit the official SBI careers website.
- Click on Apply Online of Apprentice Recruitment Notification
- Enter your basic details followed by educational details
- Upload required documents in specified size and dimension
- Preview application and verify the details are correct and submit the application .
- Pay the application fee.
- Upon successful submission of application download the submitted application form.
Candidates are advised to maintain same mobile number through the process of recruitment . Keep downloaded application form with you for further references
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FAQs
What is the last date to apply for SBI Apprentice 2026?
The last date to apply online is 08 June 2026.
How many vacancies are available in Telangana?
There are 491 apprentice vacancies in Telangana.
What is the stipend for SBI Apprentices?
Selected candidates will receive ₹15,000 per month.
Is there negative marking in the exam?
Yes, 1/4th mark will be deducted for wrong answers.
Is this a permanent SBI job?
No, it is an apprenticeship engagement only.