State Bank of India has released the official notification for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 under the Apprentices Act 1961 inviting online applications for a total of 7150 Apprentice posts across India. The online application process starts on 19 May 2026 and the last date to apply is 08 June 2026. This recruitment is open to graduates in any stream and offers a one-year training period with SBI. Key highlights include no upper age relaxation beyond the specified limit of 28 years as on 30 April 2026 along with an application fee of Rs 300 for General OBC and EWS candidates while SC ST and PWD candidates are exempted from fee payment. The selection process consists of a written examination local language test document verification and medical examination. Candidates must carefully check eligibility criteria before applying and are advised to complete the online form well before the closing date to avoid last-minute issues. The notification advt number is CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07 and interested applicants should read the full details on the official website prior to submission. This opportunity provides valuable banking sector experience for fresh graduates looking to start their career with India’s largest public sector bank.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Released |
19/05/2026 |
| Application Begin |
19/05/2026 |
| Last Date Apply Online |
15/06/2026 |
| Exam Date |
Notify Later |
| Admit Card |
Notify Later |
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS |
₹300/- |
| SC / ST / PWD |
₹0/- |
| Payment Mode |
Online via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking |
Age Limit
| Criteria |
Details |
| Minimum Age |
20 Years |
| Maximum Age |
28 Years |
| Age As On |
30/04/2026 |
| Age Relaxation |
Extra as per rules |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
Total Post |
Qualification |
| Apprentice |
7150 |
Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Recognized University |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria |
Details |
| Educational Qualification |
Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from Recognized University |
Selection Process
| Stage |
Description |
| Written Examination |
Objective type test |
| Local Language Test |
Proficiency in local language |
| Document Verification |
Verification of documents |
| Medical Examination |
Medical fitness test |
How to Apply
| Step |
Description |
| 1 |
Visit SBI Official Website |
| 2 |
Open Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Link |
| 3 |
Read Notification Carefully |
| 4 |
Register and Fill Online Application Form |
| 5 |
Upload Required Documents |
| 6 |
Pay Application Fee |
| 7 |
Preview Application Before Final Submit |
| 8 |
Take Printout of Final Submitted Form |
Important Links
FAQ
Q: Total Vacancy in SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A: 7150 Posts
Q: Last Date to Apply Online?
A: 08 June 2026
Q: Qualification Required?
A: Graduation in Any Stream
Q: Selection Process?
A: Written Exam + Language Test + DV + Medical
Q: Training Period?
A: 01 Year
