SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 7150 Posts Across India
SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD), Corporate Centre, Mumbai has officially released Advertisement No. CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07 dated 19 May 2026 for the engagement of 7,150 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for a training period of 1 Year. Vacancies are distributed across 34 States and Union Territories of India. The online application process opened on 19 May 2026 and the last date to apply is 08 June 2026 at the official SBI careers website. Any Graduate from a recognized University is eligible and will receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000/-. The Online Written Examination is tentatively scheduled in July 2026.
SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | State Bank of India (SBI), CRPD, Mumbai |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07 dated 19/05/2026 |
| Post Name | Apprentice (under Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Total Training Seats | 7,150 (across 34 States/UTs) |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹15,000/- per month (No other allowances) |
| Training Duration | 1 Year (On-the-Job Training) |
| Application Mode | Online only (via NAPS Portal + SBI Website) |
| Selection Mode | Online Written Test + Local Language Test + Medical Examination |
| Mandatory Pre-Requisite | Registration on NAPS Portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) |
| Online Exam Date | Tentatively July 2026 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 April 2026 |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in/careers OR sbi.bank.in/careers |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee | 08 June 2026 |
| Age / Qualification Eligibility Cut-off Date | 01 April 2026 |
| Call Letter / Acquaint Yourself Booklet Download | Tentatively June 2026 |
| Online Written Examination Date | Tentatively July 2026 |
| Local Language Test Date | To be notified after Online Written Exam result |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee / Intimation Charges |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹300/- (Non-Refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | NIL (Exempted) |
SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details – State/UT-wise Distribution
| S. No. | State / UT | Language | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Uttar Pradesh | Hindi / Urdu | 561 |
| 2 | Andhra Pradesh | Telugu / Urdu | 709 |
| 3 | Telangana | Telugu / Urdu | 491 |
| 4 | Maharashtra | Marathi | 504 |
| 5 | West Bengal | Bengali / Nepali | 460 |
| 6 | Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 396 |
| 7 | Kerala | Malayalam | 403 |
| 8 | Rajasthan | Hindi | 350 |
| 9 | Punjab | Punjabi / Hindi | 345 |
| 10 | Haryana | Hindi / Punjabi | 320 |
| 11 | J&K (UT) | Urdu / Hindi | 300 |
| 12 | Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 285 |
| 13 | Karnataka | Kannada | 276 |
| 14 | Gujarat | Gujarati | 217 |
| 15 | Odisha | Odia | 229 |
| 16 | Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 180 |
| 17 | Uttarakhand | Hindi | 115 |
| 18 | Delhi | Hindi | 105 |
| 19 | Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 93 |
| 20 | Tripura | Bengali / Kokborok | 88 |
| 21 | Jharkhand | Hindi / Santhali | 27 |
| 22 | Bihar | Hindi / Urdu | 58 |
| 23 | Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo | 368 |
| 24 | Mizoram | Mizo | 54 |
| 25 | Sikkim | Nepali / English | 50 |
| 26 | Andaman & Nicobar (UT) | Hindi / English | 42 |
| 27 | Arunachal Pradesh | English | 26 |
| 28 | Nagaland | English | 20 |
| 29 | Puducherry (UT) | Tamil | 18 |
| 30 | Ladakh (UT) | Ladakhi / Urdu / Bhoti | 15 |
| 31 | Chandigarh (UT) | Hindi / Punjabi | 15 |
| 32 | Goa | Konkani | 16 |
| 33 | Meghalaya | English / Garo / Khasi | 8 |
| 34 | Manipur | Manipuri / English | 6 |
| Grand Total | 7,150 |
SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government (as on 01-04-2026) |
| Prior Apprenticeship | Should NOT have undergone apprenticeship with SBI or any other organization earlier, and should not currently be pursuing apprenticeship under Apprentices Act 1961 |
| Work / Training Experience | Candidates with 1 year or more of job/training experience after graduation are NOT eligible |
| CIBIL Requirement | Candidates with unpaid/defaulted loan / credit card dues with Banks/NBFCs/FIs who have NOT regularized/repaid outstanding are NOT eligible |
| Aadhaar | Must possess Aadhaar Card before contract signing (exempted for candidates from certain North-Eastern states where alternate ID proof is accepted) |
Age Limit (as on 01 April 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / EWS | 20 to 28 Years (Born between 02-04-1998 and 01-04-2006) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Up to 31 Years (+3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | Up to 33 Years (+5 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – General / EWS | Up to 38 Years (+10 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – OBC (NCL) | Up to 41 Years (+13 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – SC / ST | Up to 43 Years (+15 years relaxation) |
Mandatory Pre-Registration (Before Applying)
| Portal | Website |
|---|---|
| NAPS – National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
Selection Process
Stage 1 – Online Written Examination (Objective Type)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes | Regional Language / Hindi / English |
| General English | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes | English Only |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes | Regional Language / Hindi / English |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Minutes | Regional Language / Hindi / English |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
Stage 2 – Test of Local Language
Candidates qualifying the written exam must pass a Local Language Test of the State/UT they applied for. Candidates who have studied the specified language at 10th or 12th level (as per marksheet) are exempted from the test. Failure to qualify this test leads to disqualification. Candidates must appear at their own cost — SBI will not reimburse travelling expenses.
Stage 3 – Medical Examination
Final engagement is subject to being declared medically fit as per SBI’s requirements and satisfactory completion of KYE (Know Your Employee) formalities.
Stipend & Training Details
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly Stipend | ₹15,000/- per month |
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Nature of Training | On-the-Job Training at SBI branches/offices in the applied State |
| Accommodation / Transport | Not provided by SBI |
| Post-Training Benefit | Successful apprentices who pass the Skill Evaluation Test (Trade Test) and obtain the Joint National Apprenticeship Certificate by SBI-NSDC / BFSI-SSC may be given Weightage / Relaxation in future SBI Junior Associate Recruitment as per Bank’s prevailing recruitment policy |
Documents Required for Online Application Upload
| Document | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Passport-size Colour Photograph | 4.5 cm × 3.5 cm; 200×230 pixels; 20–50 KB; JPEG |
| Signature (Black ink on white paper) | 140×60 pixels; 10–20 KB; JPEG |
| Left Thumb Impression (Black/Blue ink on white paper) | 240×240 pixels; 20–50 KB; JPEG/JPG |
| Handwritten Declaration in English (own handwriting, black ink on white paper) | 800×400 pixels; 50–100 KB; JPEG/JPG |
| Live Photograph (captured via webcam/mobile at time of applying) | As per SBI portal specifications |
How to Apply for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- First, mandatorily register on the NAPS Portal: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in. Note your NAPS Apprentice Registration Code.
- Keep the following documents ready for NAPS registration: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport-size Photo, Signature, 10th and 12th Marksheets, Graduation Degree/Provisional Certificate, and Bank Passbook/Cheque Leaf.
- Visit the SBI careers portal: sbi.co.in/careers OR sbi.bank.in/careers
- Under “Current Openings”, click on “Engagement of Apprentices – CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07”.
- Click “Apply Online” and complete new user registration with your Name, valid Email ID, and Mobile Number.
- Log in and fill in the application form carefully with your personal, educational, State/UT preference, and NAPS registration details.
- Upload all documents as per the prescribed specifications (photo, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration, live photo).
- Pay the applicable fee of ₹300/- online (SC/ST/PwBD are exempted).
- Review all details — only one application per candidate is accepted. Multiple applications result in only the last valid one being considered.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation for future reference. No hard copy of the application is to be sent to SBI.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| NAPS Pre-Registration Portal (Mandatory) | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| BFSI SSC Website | bfsissc.com |
| Official SBI Careers Website | sbi.co.in/careers |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 08 June 2026. The application window opened on 19 May 2026. The eligibility cut-off date for age and qualification is 01 April 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 7,150 Apprentice training seats are available across 34 States and Union Territories of India under Advertisement No. CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07. The highest seats are in Andhra Pradesh (709), Uttar Pradesh (561), Maharashtra (504), Kerala (403), and Telangana (491).
Q3. What is the application fee for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹300/- (non-refundable) for General, OBC (NCL), and EWS candidates. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are fully exempted from fee payment. Payment must be made online only through SBI’s career portal.
Q4. Is there negative marking in SBI Apprentice 2026 Online Written Exam?
Yes. There is negative marking of 1/4th mark (25%) for every wrong answer in the SBI Apprentice 2026 Online Written Exam. The exam consists of 100 questions for 100 marks across four sections, with a total duration of 60 minutes (15 minutes per section).
Q5. Does SBI Apprenticeship 2026 lead to a permanent job in SBI?
Not directly. The apprenticeship is a 1-year training programme under the Apprentices Act, 1961 — NOT regular employment. However, apprentices who successfully complete the training and pass the Skill Evaluation / Trade Test to obtain the Joint National Apprenticeship Certificate may receive Weightage or Relaxation in future SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) Recruitment as per the Bank’s prevailing recruitment policy at that time.
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