SBI Apprentice 2026 Notification: 7,150 Graduate Apprenticeship Posts Open Across 34 States
State Bank of India has officially opened its biggest apprentice intake of the year with the SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification, advertising 7,150 vacancies for fresh graduates across 34 States and Union Territories of India. The country’s largest bank, under advertisement number CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07, is inviting young graduates to a one-year training engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961, with a fixed consolidated stipend of Rs 15,000 per month. This drive is a wonderful entry door for any graduate dreaming of a banking career.
Online applications are open from 19 May 2026 to 08 June 2026, with the online written exam tentatively scheduled for July 2026. If you are between 20 and 28 years, have completed any bachelor’s degree, and are comfortable in the local language of your chosen state — this is a great chance for you. The article below, prepared by GovtJobsAlert.in, walks you through every important detail, including state-wise vacancies, eligibility, selection process, fees, exam pattern, and the step-by-step application route. For more such banking job notifications, keep checking our updates.
Key Highlights — SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
State Bank of India (SBI) is the largest commercial bank of India and a public sector banking giant under the Government of India. Its Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD), Mumbai, runs apprentice engagement drives every year to give graduates a structured, paid exposure to retail banking operations. These apprentices are NOT bank employees, but successful completion brings weightage in future SBI Junior Associate recruitment.
- Post Name: Apprentice (under Apprentices Act, 1961)
- Total Vacancies: 7,150 posts (across 34 States/UTs)
- Stipend: Rs 15,000 per month (consolidated; for 1-year training)
- Job Location: All India (34 states; one state per candidate)
- Last Date to Apply: 08 June 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — SBI Apprentice 2026 State-wise Distribution
The 7,150 apprentice vacancies are spread across 34 states and union territories of India. Candidates can apply for only ONE state, and must know the local language of that state. The top five states by vacancy count are highlighted below — full state-wise breakdown is available in the official notification PDF in the Essential Links section.
| State / UT | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 709 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 561 |
| Maharashtra | 504 |
| Telangana | 491 |
| West Bengal | 460 |
| Keralam | 403 |
| Tamil Nadu | 396 |
| Assam | 368 |
| Rajasthan | 350 |
| Punjab | 345 |
Category-wise, the 7,150 posts include 1,107 SC, 586 ST, 1,672 OBC, 699 EWS and 3,086 UR vacancies, with horizontal reservation for PwBD candidates across visual, hearing, locomotor and developmental disability categories.
Eligibility Criteria — SBI Apprentice 2026
Educational Qualification
The minimum educational requirement is simple — any graduation, plus local-language fluency. As a graduate looking for government jobs, this is a strong entry-level pick.
- Graduation (Bachelor’s degree) in any discipline from a recognised University / Institute as on 01.04.2026
- Must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, understanding) in the local language of the applied state — verified via 10th / 12th mark-sheet or a separate language test
- Candidates with one year or more of post-qualification training / job experience are NOT eligible
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 years (as on 01.04.2026)
- Maximum Age: 28 years (as on 01.04.2026)
- Born not before 02.04.1998 and not after 01.04.2006
Age relaxation: 5 years for SC / ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates, and PwBD relaxation as per Government of India rules. There is no reservation for Ex-Servicemen in this apprentice engagement.
What is the Salary for SBI Apprentice 2026?
The selected apprentices will receive a fixed consolidated stipend of Rs 15,000 per month for the entire 1-year training period. There are no additional allowances, no HRA, no medical benefits, and no leave encashment under this scheme — only the consolidated stipend.
- Monthly Stipend: Rs 15,000 (consolidated, fully fixed)
- Training Duration: 1 year
- Other Allowances: None
Total stipend earned over the 1-year engagement equals Rs 1,80,000 (Rs 15,000 × 12 months).
Even though apprenticeship is not a regular bank job, the experience and the joint National Apprenticeship Certificate issued by SBI-NSDC / BFSI-SSC at the end give a strong push to future banking attempts. Apprentices who complete their tenure satisfactorily get a weightage / relaxation in future SBI Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) recruitment — a big bonus for serious banking aspirants.
What is the Selection Process for SBI Apprentice 2026?
SBI follows a clean three-stage selection cycle for the apprentice engagement. The merit list is drawn state-wise and category-wise, so your competition is only the candidates of your own state.
- Online Written Test (Objective Type)
- Test of Local Language (waived if your 10th / 12th mark-sheet shows the local language)
- Medical Examination
Exam Pattern
The online written test carries 100 questions for 100 marks in 60 minutes, with 1/4 mark negative marking for every wrong answer. The paper has four sections, each section being separately timed at 15 minutes.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
The exam is available in English, Hindi and 13 regional languages (Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu). For a deeper dive into preparation, see our syllabus and exam pattern section.
How to Apply Online for SBI Apprentice 2026?
The application process is fully online. Before starting, candidates must mandatorily register on the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in). The full apply window is 19 May 2026 to 08 June 2026.
- Mandatorily register on the NAPS portal before starting the SBI apprentice application.
- Visit the SBI Careers page and open the apprentice application form — link in Essential Links below.
- Fill personal and educational details, then upload your photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a hand-written declaration.
- Pay the application fee of Rs 300 (Gen / OBC / EWS) online via debit card, credit card or net banking. SC / ST / PwBD candidates are exempted.
- Submit the application, then download the e-receipt and the printed application form for your personal record.
Important Dates — SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 19 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 19 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 08 June 2026 |
| Call Letter Download | Tentatively June 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | Tentatively July 2026 |
Application Fees — SBI Apprentice 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs 300 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil (Exempted) |
Fee is to be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card or Internet Banking through the integrated payment gateway. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstance.
Essential Links — SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for SBI Apprentice 2026
- Visit SBI Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
This is one of the biggest banking opportunities of 2026 with 7,150 vacancies for fresh graduates and a clear, merit-based selection. Apply well before 08 June 2026 to avoid last-minute portal load, and keep an eye on GovtJobsAlert.in for SBI exam-city intimations, call-letter updates and the final result. Good luck — your banking journey can truly start here.