SBI Clerk Prelims Result 2026 Overview
Lakhs of banking aspirants who appeared for the Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) Preliminary Examination across India are waiting for the official result declaration on the SBI Careers portal. Once activated, candidates can verify their qualifying status, section-wise marks, and category cut-off by logging in with their Registration/Roll Number and Date of Birth or Password.
Remember that SBI has already conducted the Special Recruitment (Backlog) Prelims earlier, and the current announcement focuses on the 7,680 regular vacancies advertised under CRPD/CR/2026-27/17. Because the Mains examination is scheduled for 26 November 2026, shortlisted candidates will have limited days for final revision once the link goes live.
| Recruiting Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) / SBI Clerk |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/2026-27/17 |
| Total Vacancies | 9,766 Total (7,680 Regular + 2,086 Backlog) |
| Prelims Exam Dates | 26 & 27 September 2026 |
| Prelims Result Status | Expected Anytime (14–16 Nov 2026) |
| Mains Exam Date | 26 November 2026 (Two Shifts) |
| Starting Pay Scale | ₹ 24,050 – ₹ 64,480 (Starting Basic Pay ₹ 26,730) |
| Selection Process | Prelims (Qualifying) → Mains → LPT & Document Verification |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in/web/careers |
Important Dates & Credentials Required
SBI Clerk 2026 Schedule
- Application Window: 11 Aug – 31 Aug 2026
- Prelims Admit Card: 21 September 2026
- Prelims Exam Dates: 26 & 27 Sep 2026
- Prelims Result Status: Awaited (14–16 Nov 2026)
- Mains Exam Date: 26 November 2026
Details Needed to Check Result
- Primary ID: Registration No. or Roll No.
- Verification Key: Date of Birth (DD-MM-YY) / Password
- Security Step: On-Screen Captcha Text
- Result Format: Online Scorecard & Status Portal
- Interview Round: No Interview (Direct Mains Merit)
SBI Clerk 2026 Vacancy Breakdown (Regular & Backlog)
Under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17, SBI notified 7,680 regular positions across 24 States and Union Territories along with 2,086 backlog vacancies. Here is the category-wise regular distribution:
| Vacancy Type | UR (Gen) | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Vacancies | 3,253 | 1,716 | 837 | 1,114 | 760 | 7,680 |
| Backlog Vacancies | Category-wise (SC/ST/OBC, PwBD, XS/DXS) | 2,086 | ||||
| Grand Total | Combined Junior Associate Recruitment 2026 | 9,766 | ||||
How to Check SBI Clerk Prelims Result 2026 Online?
Unlike combined merit list PDFs released by some agencies, SBI usually publishes the Junior Associate Prelims Result through an individual candidate login link (with a shortlist notice on the careers page). Follow these exact steps once the link goes live:
- Open the official State Bank of India Careers portal at sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings (do not confuse it with SBI net banking portals).
- Scroll to the Current Openings section and locate "Recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) — Advt. No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17".
- Click on the "Preliminary Exam Result" link inside that recruitment dropdown.
- Enter your Registration Number / Roll Number, Date of Birth / Password, and the displayed Captcha Code.
- Submit the form to view your Prelims qualifying status, section-wise marks, overall score, and state/category cut-off.
- Download and save the scorecard PDF—or if SBI uploads a roll-number shortlist PDF alongside it, download the PDF and press Ctrl+F to locate your roll number.
Details Mentioned on Scorecard & Marks Calculation
After downloading your Prelims scorecard, carefully verify your Candidate Name, Roll/Registration Number, Category, Applied State/UT, Section-wise Marks (English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning), Overall Normalized Score, State Cut-Off, and Qualifying Status for Mains.
- No Sectional Cut-Off: SBI Clerk Prelims has zero sectional cut-off. Only your aggregate score out of 100 marks (normalized across shifts) is compared against your applied State & Category cut-off.
- Negative Marking Formula: Each wrong answer deducts 0.25 (1/4th) mark. Formula: Score = Correct Answers − (Wrong Answers × 0.25). Unattempted questions carry zero penalty.
- 10x Shortlisting Ratio: Approximately 10 times the number of category-wise state vacancies are shortlisted for the Mains exam.
- Prelims Marks Not Counted in Merit: Your Prelims score only qualifies you for Mains; final selection depends strictly on Mains Marks (200) + clearing LPT.
Check Your Chances: Compare your estimated score with previous trends using our Expected Cut-Off Predictor Tool and plan your Mains accuracy with the Safe Attempt Simulator.
SBI Clerk Prelims Expected Cut-Off 2026 (State-Wise General Range)
The 26 & 27 September 2026 Prelims paper was rated Easy to Moderate overall by candidates. Final official cut-offs vary sharply by state depending on regional vacancies, applicant density, and shift normalization. Below is an estimated General (UR) cut-off range out of 100 marks for reference until SBI publishes official state-wise figures:
| State / Union Territory | Expected General (UR) Cut-Off Range | State / Union Territory | Expected General (UR) Cut-Off Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 72 – 82 | Maharashtra | 62 – 70 |
| Delhi (UT) | 73 – 81 | Gujarat | 65 – 75 |
| Haryana | 72 – 80 | Madhya Pradesh | 71 – 82 |
| Rajasthan | 70 – 79 | West Bengal | 72 – 82 |
| Punjab | 72 – 82 | Odisha | 69 – 78 |
| Uttarakhand | 72 – 81 | Karnataka | 58 – 66 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 73 – 82 | Kerala | 68 – 76 |
| Bihar | 70 – 78 | Tamil Nadu | 54 – 64 |
| Jharkhand | 69 – 77 | Telangana | 55 – 65 |
| Chhattisgarh | 66 – 75 | Andhra Pradesh | 62 – 72 |
| Assam | 62 – 70 | Jammu & Kashmir | 74 – 84 |
Note: The figures above are indicative estimates based on exam difficulty and historical trends. Official state-wise and category-wise cut-offs will be released directly by SBI on the scorecard portal.
SBI Clerk Mains Exam Date, Pattern & Shift Timings 2026
Qualified candidates will appear for the SBI Clerk Mains Exam on 26 November 2026 in two shifts. Shift 1 reporting begins at 7:30 AM (exam 8:30 AM – 11:10 AM), while Shift 2 reporting starts at 1:30 PM (exam 2:30 PM – 5:10 PM). The paper includes 190 questions for 200 marks with a 1/4th negative marking penalty and sectional timing:
| Mains Section | Questions | Max Marks | Sectional Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 Minutes |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| Total | 190 Questions | 200 Marks | 2 Hours 40 Minutes |
What After Prelims? LPT & Document Verification Checklist
Once your Prelims result confirms qualification, download your Mains Call Letter from sbi.bank.in as soon as it goes live. After clearing the Mains exam, candidates must pass the Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT) for their opted State/UT (unless they hold a Class 10 or Class 12 marksheet showing they studied that specific local language). Keep your Class 10, 12, and Graduation certificates, valid Photo ID, and Caste/EWS/PwBD documents ready—you can verify category document dates using our Certificate Validity Checker.
Important Official Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Has SBI Clerk Prelims Result 2026 for regular vacancies been released?
Q2. What is the official website to check the SBI Clerk Prelims Result 2026?
Q3. What login credentials are needed to download the SBI Clerk scorecard?
Q4. Can I check my SBI Clerk Prelims Result 2026 by name?
Q5. Is there any sectional cut-off in SBI Clerk Prelims 2026?
Q6. How many total vacancies are covered under Advt. No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17?
Q7. When is the SBI Clerk Mains Exam 2026 for regular vacancies?
Q8. Are Prelims marks added to the final SBI Clerk merit list?
Q9. Is there negative marking in SBI Clerk Prelims and Mains?
Q10. Is there an interview round after SBI Clerk Mains 2026?
Q11. Who gets exempted from the Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT)?
Q12. What is the starting salary of an SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) in 2026?
Important Disclaimer
Bharti Update is an independent informational portal and is NOT associated with the State Bank of India (SBI) or any Government Agency. We verify recruitment dates, cut-off rules, and result updates directly from official portals to help aspirants.
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