SBI Apprentice 2026: Apply Now for 7,150 Vacancies

State Bank of India is Hiring Graduates in Every State — 4 Days Left

The State Bank of India has officially released the SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 7,150 vacancies distributed across 29 states and 5 Union Territories of India. The online application window opened on May 19, 2026 and closes on June 8, 2026 — giving you exactly 4 days from today to complete your application. This is one of the largest apprentice recruitment drives from any bank in 2026, and it is a genuine, paid, one-year banking training opportunity at the most respected public sector bank in India.

The SBI Apprentice programme is a structured on-the-job training engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Selected candidates work inside actual State Bank of India branches, serve real customers, process real transactions, and learn how India’s largest bank operates daily. This is not classroom training — it is real banking experience that will make a lasting difference to your resume and your future exam performance.

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Selection Process

No negative marking details have been specified in the official notification. Sectional cutoffs are also not specified for this exam.

Why This Opportunity Is Worth Taking

• Rs. 15,000 per month during training — a meaningful income for a fresh graduate
• SBI brand on your resume is recognised by every bank and financial institution in India
• One year of direct branch banking experience gives you a practical understanding of banking operations that cannot be learnt in any mock test or coaching class
• Completing an SBI Apprenticeship gives you preference and relaxation in future SBI Junior Associate Clerk recruitment — a significant long-term advantage
• Working inside a bank branch while preparing for IBPS or SBI exams dramatically improves your General Awareness, Banking Awareness, and interview performance

Important Points Before Applying

• You can apply for only one state or Union Territory — choose carefully based on your local language proficiency
• The Language Proficiency Test is compulsory and must be cleared for final selection
• Application fee once paid is non-refundable
• Keep graduation certificate, Aadhaar or PAN, passport photo, and scanned signature ready before starting the application

How to Apply — Step by Step

• Visit sbi.co.in/careers or ibpsreg.ibps.in/sbiaapr26
• Click on New Registration and fill in your personal details
• Select your preferred state or Union Territory carefully
• Upload scanned photograph, signature, and graduation certificate
• Pay the application fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking
• Submit the form and download the confirmation receipt before June 8, 2026