SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 7150 Posts | Last Date Extended

📅 Posted: 19/05/2026 📝 Updated: 23/05/2026

Total Vacancy7150

Salary₹15,000/Month (Fixed Stipend — No DA/HRA/Other Allowances)

LocationAll India

Last Date15/06/2026

Short Information: State Bank of India (SBI) has released the detailed notification for engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 vide Advertisement No. CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07. Online applications are open from 19 May 2026 to 08 June 2026 for 7,150 training seats across 34 States and Union Territories.

Selected apprentices will receive a fixed monthly stipend of ₹15,000 per month for the entire one-year training period. No other allowances or benefits are payable. However, one of the most attractive aspects of this program is the weightage/relaxation in SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) recruitment given to candidates who successfully complete the apprenticeship and obtain the joint National Apprenticeship Certificate issued by SBI-NSDC/BFSI-SSC.

The application fee is ₹300 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹0 for SC/ST/PwBD. Age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 01 April 2026 (born between 02 April 1998 and 01 April 2006). The minimum qualification is a Graduation in any stream from a recognized University/Institute.

Candidates can apply for only ONE state. A mandatory NAPS portal registration at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in is required before applying. The online exam is tentatively scheduled in July 2026. Selection involves an Online Written Test (100 marks, 60 minutes) followed by a Local Language Test.

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SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates

Notification Released	19/05/2026
Application Begin	19/05/2026
Last Date to Apply	15/06/2026
Pay Exam Fee Last Date	15/06/2026
Call Letter Download	Tentatively June 2026
Online Exam Date	Tentatively July 2026

SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS	₹300
SC / ST / PwBD	₹0

Payment: Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI)

SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 7150 Posts | Last Date ExtendedVacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: 20–28 Years (as on 01/04/2026)

(SC/ST: 5 Years (upper limit becomes 33 years), OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years (upper limit becomes 31 years), PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 Years | PwBD (OBC): 13 Years | PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years, Ex-Servicemen: NOT eligible for apprentice engagement (no reservation), Date of birth range: Born not earlier than 02/04/1998 and not later than 01/04/2006 (both days inclusive) for UR/EWS)

Post Name	Total Posts	Eligibility
Apprentice	7150	Graduation in any stream from a recognized University/Institute (as on 01/04/2026). Age: 20-28 years as on 01/04/2026. Must register on NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) before applying. Must be proficient in local language of applied state.
Total Vacancy	7,150

Recruitment Table: State / UT Wise Training Seats

State / UT	Local Language*	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	UR	Total
Andhra Pradesh	Telugu / Urdu	113	49	191	70	286	709
Arunachal Pradesh	English	0	11	0	2	13	26
Assam	Assamese / Bengali / Bodo	25	44	99	36	164	368
Bihar	Hindi / Urdu	9	0	15	5	29	58
Chhattisgarh	Hindi	11	29	5	9	39	93
Delhi	Hindi	15	7	28	10	45	105
Goa	Konkani	0	1	2	1	12	16
Gujarat	Gujarati	15	32	58	21	91	217
Haryana	Hindi / Punjabi	60	0	85	32	143	320
Himachal Pradesh	Hindi	45	7	36	18	74	180
Jharkhand	Hindi / Santhali	3	7	3	2	12	27
Karnataka	Kannada	44	19	74	27	112	276
Kerala	Malayalam	40	4	108	40	211	403
Madhya Pradesh	Hindi	42	57	42	28	116	285
Maharashtra	Marathi	50	44	135	50	225	504
Manipur	Manipuri / English	0	2	0	0	4	6
Meghalaya	English / Garo / Khasi	0	3	0	0	5	8
Mizoram	Mizo	0	24	2	5	23	54
Nagaland	English	0	9	0	2	9	20
Odisha	Odia	36	50	27	22	94	229
Punjab	Punjabi / Hindi	100	0	72	34	139	345
Rajasthan	Hindi	59	45	70	35	141	350
Sikkim	Nepali / English	2	10	12	5	21	50
Tamil Nadu	Tamil	75	3	106	39	173	396
Telangana	Telugu / Urdu	78	34	132	49	198	491
Tripura	Bengali / Kokborok	14	27	1	8	38	88
Uttar Pradesh	Hindi / Urdu	117	5	150	55	234	561
Uttarakhand	Hindi	20	3	14	11	67	115
West Bengal	Bengali / Nepali	105	23	101	46	185	460
UT Andaman & Nicobar	Hindi / English	0	3	11	4	24	42
UT Chandigarh	Hindi / Punjabi	2	0	4	1	8	15
UT Jammu & Kashmir	Urdu / Hindi	24	33	81	30	132	300
UT Ladakh	Ladakhi / Urdu / Bhoti	1	1	4	1	8	15
UT Pondicherry	Tamil	2	0	4	1	11	18
Total		1,107	586	1,672	699	3,086	7,150
Note:Training seats are provisional and may vary as per Bank's actual requirement. Candidates apply for ONE state only. Bank may allot training seat in any district of the selected state as per administrative requirement. *Candidates to opt for ONE specified local language of their selected state at the time of online application.

Recruitment Table: PwBD Reserved Seats (Horizontal — within total)

Category	No. of Seats
Visually Impaired (VI)	92
Hearing Impaired (HI)	79
Locomotor Disability (LD)	70
d & e (Autism / Intellectual / Multiple Disabilities)	63
Note:PwBD reservation is horizontal within the overall vacancies. Only persons with benchmark disability of 40% or more are eligible for reservation. Temporary disability conditions 'likely to improve' are NOT eligible.

SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria

Nationality: Indian Citizen only.
Educational Qualification: Graduation in any stream from a recognized University/Institute (as on 01/04/2026).
Age: Minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years as on 01/04/2026. Born between 02/04/1998 and 01/04/2006 (both days inclusive) for UR/EWS.
Prior Apprenticeship Bar (CRITICAL): Candidates who have previously undergone or are currently pursuing Apprenticeship training in SBI or any other organization under the Apprenticeship Act 1961 are NOT eligible.
Work Experience Bar (CRITICAL): Candidates who have had training or job experience of one year or more after attaining their educational qualification shall NOT be eligible.
Ex-Servicemen: Not eligible for Apprentice engagement. No reservation for Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-Servicemen.
NAPS Registration (Mandatory): All candidates must register on the NAPS portal https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in before applying on SBI's portal.
Local Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, understanding) in at least one specified local language of the state they are applying for.
CIBIL: Candidates who have defaulted on loan/credit card repayments with any Bank/NBFC/Financial Institution and not regularized/repaid by the date of issuance of offer of engagement are NOT eligible.
One State Only: Candidates can apply for engagement in ONE state only and can appear for the examination only once under this engagement.
OBC: Must belong to Non-Creamy Layer. Creamy Layer OBC must apply as General.
EWS: Must have 'Income and Asset Certificate' for FY 2025-26, valid for year 2026-27. Without this, must apply under General category.
Aadhaar: Mandatory for all candidates (except those from Northeastern States where alternate ID proof is accepted) before signing the contract for Apprenticeship Training.

SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
Apprentice (Training Period: 1 Year)	₹15,000/month (Fixed Stipend — No other allowances/benefits payable)

SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps

NAPS Portal Registration (mandatory prerequisite at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in)
Online Written Examination (100 marks, 60 minutes) — tentatively July 2026
Test of Specified Local Language (conducted after qualifying written exam)
Medical Examination (fitness as per Bank's requirement)
Document Verification & KYE Formalities

SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Exam Overview

Mode: Online Computer Based Test (Objective Type).
Total Questions: 100 | Total Marks: 100 | Total Duration: 60 Minutes.
Section-wise Timing: Each section has a separate time limit of 15 minutes — candidates cannot switch between sections freely.
Negative Marking: Yes — 1/4th mark (0.25) deducted for every wrong answer.
Minimum Qualifying Marks: Decided by the Bank on aggregate. SC/ST/OBC/PwBD get 5% relaxation on aggregate qualifying marks. No minimum marks for individual sections.
Merit List: Drawn State-wise and Category-wise in descending order of aggregate marks. Tie-breaking by age in descending order.
Exam Medium: English + Hindi for most states; additional regional languages available (see table below).
Exam Date: Tentatively July 2026.

Recruitment Table: Written Exam Structure

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration	Medium
General / Financial Awareness	25	25	15 min	Regional + English + Hindi
General English	25	25	15 min	English only
Quantitative Aptitude	25	25	15 min	Regional + English + Hindi
Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude	25	25	15 min	Regional + English + Hindi
Total	100	100	60
Note:Each section has a separate timer of 15 minutes. General English section is in English only. All other sections available in regional languages as per state applied.

Recruitment Table: State-wise Exam Medium (Regional Languages)

State / UT	Additional Regional Medium
Andhra Pradesh / Telangana	Telugu, Urdu
Assam	Assamese, Bengali
Goa	Konkani
Gujarat	Gujarati
Haryana / Chandigarh / Punjab	Punjabi
Jammu & Kashmir / Ladakh	Urdu
Karnataka	Kannada
Kerala	Malayalam
Manipur	Manipuri
Maharashtra	Marathi
Odisha	Odia
Tamil Nadu / Pondicherry	Tamil
Tripura / West Bengal	Bengali
Uttar Pradesh	Urdu
Note:All states have English and Hindi as medium. Regional language availability is listed below. General English section is always in English only.

Recruitment Table: Local Language Test Rules

Rule	Details
Who must take the test	All candidates who qualify the online written exam must appear for the Local Language Test of the language they opted for, unless exempted.
Exemption condition	Candidates who produce 10th or 12th standard mark sheet/certificate showing they studied the opted local language are EXEMPTED from the language test.
Proficiency required	Reading, writing, speaking, and understanding of the opted local language. Failure to qualify this test = not engaged as apprentice.
Test venue	Test conducted at a centre (decided by the Bank) within the state applied for. Candidates must travel at their own expense — no TA/DA reimbursed.

SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics

Official detailed syllabus will be given in the 'Acquaint Yourself' booklet downloadable with the call letter. Below is the confirmed exam pattern with expected syllabus based on official section names.

📚 General / Financial Awareness

Current Affairs (National and International)
Banking & Financial Awareness
Static GK — Capitals, Currencies, National Parks, HQs
Important Days and Dates
Government Schemes and Policies
Books and Authors

📚 General English

Reading Comprehension
Cloze Test
Fill in the Blanks
Error Spotting / Sentence Correction
Para Jumbles
Vocabulary — Synonyms & Antonyms

📚 Quantitative Aptitude

Data Interpretation (Bar, Line, Pie, Tabular)
Simplification & Approximation
Number Series
Quadratic Equations
Arithmetic — Profit/Loss, Time/Work, SI/CI, Ages, Speed/Distance

📚 Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude

Puzzles and Seating Arrangements
Syllogism
Inequalities
Coding-Decoding
Blood Relations
Direction Sense
Computer Basics — Internet, Networking, MS Office

SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026How to Apply

STEP 1 — NAPS Registration (Mandatory First): Visit https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and register on the NAPS portal. Also read guidelines on https://bfsissc.com. This step is mandatory BEFORE applying on SBI portal.
STEP 2 — Visit SBI Careers: Go to https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings or https://www.sbi.co.in/careers and click on 'Engagement of Apprentices in SBI'.
STEP 3 — Online Registration: Click on 'Apply Online'. Fill in the registration form with valid email ID and mobile number. Note down the provisional registration number and password generated.
STEP 4 — Fill Application: Complete the online application form carefully — personal details, educational qualification, state preference (one state only), district preference (up to 3 districts within the state), local language opted, and Aadhaar details.
STEP 5 — Upload Documents: Upload scanned Photograph (200×230 px, 20–50 KB, JPG), Signature (140×60 px, 10–20 KB, black ink on white paper), Left Thumb Impression (240×240 px, 20–50 KB), and Handwritten Declaration (800×400 px, 50–100 KB, in English only in candidate's own handwriting).
STEP 6 — Pay Fee: Pay ₹300 (Gen/OBC/EWS) or ₹0 (SC/ST/PwBD) via debit card / credit card / internet banking. Save the e-receipt. Fee is non-refundable.
STEP 7 — Submit: Review all details and submit. No changes are allowed after final submission. Take a printout of the system-generated application form.
Call Letters: Download call letter and 'Acquaint Yourself' booklet tentatively in June 2026 from SBI website using registration number and password/date of birth. No hard copy sent by post.
ID at Exam: Carry one original photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Voter ID / Driving License / Bank Passbook with photo) along with a self-attested photocopy.
Helpdesk: Phone 022-22820427 (11 AM–6 PM, working days only) or raise query at https://cgrs.ibps.in (mention 'Engagement of Apprentice in SBI' in subject).

Recruitment Note: About State Bank of India (SBI)

State Bank of India (SBI) is India's largest public sector bank and a Fortune 500 company, headquartered in Mumbai. With over 22,000 branches across India and an extensive global presence, SBI commands the largest market share in deposits and advances in the Indian banking sector. It is a statutory body under the State Bank of India Act, 1955, and operates under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. SBI won Gold in 4 categories at the Economic Times Human Capital Awards 2026, including Visionary HR Leader, Excellence in Communication Strategy, Team Building, and Employee Retention. The Apprentice program under NAPS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme) is one of India's largest banking apprenticeship drives, offering practical exposure to retail banking operations across all 34 states and union territories.

Recruitment Note: Job Profile — Apprentice

SBI Apprentices are placed in various bank branches for a one-year training period under the Apprenticeship Act 1961. This is NOT employment in the Bank — apprentices are not treated as employees of SBI and are not entitled to any employee benefits. The training involves observing and assisting regular staff in day-to-day retail banking operations — handling customer queries, basic account servicing, NEFT/RTGS/IMPS transactions, document processing, and learning banking software systems. Apprentices are expected to be regular, punctual, and maintain satisfactory conduct throughout the one-year training period. After successful completion and passing the Skill Evaluation Test (Trade Test), apprentices receive the joint National Apprenticeship Certificate issued by SBI-NSDC/BFSI-SSC.

Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks — Apprentice Program

The monthly stipend is ₹15,000 (fixed) for the one-year training period. No DA, HRA, TA, or any other allowances are payable. There is no Provident Fund, Pension, Gratuity, or any other service benefit. However, the most significant long-term benefit is the Weightage/Relaxation in SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) Recruitment — apprentices who successfully complete training with satisfactory conduct and performance are given weightage/relaxation in future SBI JA recruitment as per the Bank's recruitment policy. This is a meaningful career advantage for banking aspirants. Upon completion, candidates also receive the National Apprenticeship Certificate from SBI-NSDC/BFSI-SSC. SBI also maintains a State-category wise Wait List for one year and may offer consent form to share apprentice details with SBI's Associates and Subsidiaries for future engagement opportunities.

SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026Important Official Links

Apply Online Application Window: 19/05/2026 to 15/06/2026	Click Here ↗
NAPS Portal Registration Mandatory registration before applying on SBI portal	Click Here ↗
Date Extention Notice	Click Here ↗
Download Notification Advt No. CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07	Click Here ↗
Download Short Notice Advt No. CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

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Quick Overview

🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	SBI
Post Name	Apprentice
Total Vacancy	7150
Salary	₹15,000/Month (Fixed Stipend — No DA/HRA/Other Allowances)
Job Location	All India
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	15/06/2026
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

💡 Expert Tip

Two critical disqualifiers that most candidates miss: (1) If you have previously undergone or are currently pursuing Apprenticeship in SBI or any other organization under the Apprenticeship Act 1961, you are NOT eligible. (2) If you had training or job experience of one year or more after your graduation, you are also NOT eligible. Additionally, SBI checks CIBIL scores — candidates who have defaulted on loan/credit card repayments with any bank or NBFC and haven't cleared dues by the date of the engagement offer will be rejected. Also, NAPS portal registration at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in is mandatory BEFORE applying on the SBI portal — don't skip this step. For the Local Language Test, candidates who have studied the opted language in 10th or 12th standard are exempted — carry that marksheet.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the stipend for SBI Apprentice 2026? ▼

Ans: SBI Apprentices receive a fixed monthly stipend of ₹15,000 for the entire one-year training period as confirmed in the official notification (Section F). No other allowances like DA, HRA, TA, or medical benefits are payable. After successful completion, apprentices get weightage/relaxation in SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) recruitment — which is the real long-term benefit of this program.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply for SBI Apprentice 2026? ▼

Ans: The online application window closes on 08 June 2026. The fee must also be paid by this date. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid website congestion. All revisions and corrigenda, if any, will be published only on SBI's website. NAPS portal registration at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in must be completed before applying on the SBI portal.

Q.3 Is there negative marking in SBI Apprentice exam? ▼

Ans: Yes. As confirmed in the official notification, 1/4th of the marks assigned to a question (i.e., 0.25 marks) will be deducted for each wrong answer. With 100 questions of 1 mark each, each wrong answer costs 0.25 marks. There are no minimum qualifying marks for individual sections — only the aggregate score matters for the merit list, with SC/ST/OBC/PwBD getting 5% relaxation.

Q.4 What is the age limit for SBI Apprentice 2026? ▼

Ans: Age is reckoned as on 01 April 2026. Minimum age is 20 years and maximum is 28 years for UR/EWS candidates. This means candidates born between 02 April 1998 and 01 April 2006 (both days inclusive) are eligible for UR/EWS. Relaxation: SC/ST — 5 years (max 33); OBC (NCL) — 3 years (max 31); PwBD (UR) — 10 years; PwBD (OBC) — 13 years; PwBD (SC/ST) — 15 years. Ex-servicemen are not eligible.

Q.5 How to apply for SBI Apprentice 2026? ▼

Ans: First, register on the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in (mandatory). Then visit sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings, click on 'Engagement of Apprentices in SBI', and complete the online application. Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration. Pay ₹300 (Gen/OBC/EWS) or ₹0 (SC/ST/PwBD) online. You can apply for only one state and appear in the exam only once under this engagement.

Q.6 What is the educational qualification for SBI Apprentice? ▼

Ans: Graduation in any stream from a recognized University/Institute as on 01 April 2026 is the minimum requirement. Importantly, candidates who have had job experience or training of one year or more after completing their graduation are NOT eligible. Also, candidates who have previously undergone Apprenticeship in SBI or any other organization are also not eligible.

Q.7 What is the selection process for SBI Apprentice 2026? ▼

Ans: Selection involves three stages: (1) Online Written Test — 100 objective questions, 100 marks, 60 minutes, with 4 sections of 25 questions each having separate 15-minute timers. Negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer applies. (2) Test of Local Language — conducted after qualifying the written test, unless exempted by having studied the language in 10th/12th standard. (3) Medical Examination — engagement is subject to medical fitness as per Bank's requirements.

Q.8 Is SBI Apprentice a permanent government job? ▼

Ans: No. SBI Apprentice is strictly a one-year training program under the Apprenticeship Act 1961 — it is not employment in the Bank, not a contract employment, and apprentices are not treated as SBI employees. SBI has no obligation to offer regular employment after the training period. However, successful completion provides weightage/relaxation in future SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) recruitment and a National Apprenticeship Certificate from SBI-NSDC/BFSI-SSC.