The SBI Clerk Admit Card 2026 is expected to be released in the second week of September 2026. The State Bank of India will issue the call letter for the Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) backlog recruitment.
The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for September 16, 2026. Candidates can download their hall ticket from the official SBI careers portal after the direct link becomes active.
SBI Clerk Exam 2026
The State Bank of India is conducting a special recruitment drive for Junior Associate posts. The recruitment is being held under Advertisement Number CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16.
A total of 1,538 backlog vacancies are available for SC, ST, and OBC candidates. The selection process includes an online Preliminary Examination, followed by the Main Examination for shortlisted candidates.
SBI Clerk Admit Card 2026
The call letter will contain important details about the examination. These include the exam date, centre, reporting time, and candidate instructions. The table below gives a quick overview of the recruitment and admit card details.
| Recruitment Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) |
| Recruitment Type | Backlog Recruitment |
| Advertisement Number | CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,538 |
| Exam Type | Online Preliminary Examination |
| Admit Card | 2nd Week of September 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | September 16, 2026 |
| Main Exam | October/November 2026, tentative |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in |
sbi.bank.in Clerk Hall Ticket Release Date
SBI is expected to release the hall ticket in the second week of September 2026. The Preliminary Examination will be held on September 16, giving candidates limited time to download and check the call letter.
The direct download link is not active at present. It will be activated on the SBI careers portal after the official release. Candidates should keep their registration details ready for login.
How to Collect SBI Clerk Admit Card
Candidates can download the call letter online through the SBI careers website. They should use their registration number or roll number along with the required login details.
The following steps can be followed after the download link becomes available:
- Visit the SBI website: Open the official SBI careers portal at sbi.bank.in/web/careers using a browser.
- Open Current Openings: Go to the “Current Openings” section and find Advertisement CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16.
- Select the call letter link: Click on the option for downloading the Online Preliminary Examination Call Letter.
- Enter login details: Enter the registration number or roll number and your password or date of birth.
- Complete the captcha: Type the captcha code shown on the login page and check the details carefully.
- Click Login: Submit the information to open your call letter on the screen.
- Download and print: Save the admit card as a PDF and take a clear printout for the examination.
Candidates should check every detail after downloading the document. A clear printed copy should be kept safely because it may be required at the exam centre.
Details on Admit Card
The call letter will provide the key information needed for the Preliminary Examination. Candidates should check the exam date, reporting time and examination centre carefully.
The admit card may also contain instructions about documents and items allowed inside the exam hall. Candidates should read all instructions before leaving for the examination centre.
If any important detail appears incorrect, candidates should contact SBI through the official channels. They should not wait until the last day to check the call letter.
Instructions for Candidates
Candidates must carry the required documents and reach the examination centre on time. They should follow all instructions printed on the call letter during the examination.
The following points should be checked before attending the exam:
- Carry the admit card: Take a clear and readable printout of the call letter to the examination centre.
- Check exam details: Confirm the date, reporting time, centre address and other details before travelling.
- Keep login details safe: Registration number and password or date of birth may be needed to access the call letter.
- Follow centre rules: Read the instructions printed on the admit card and follow them at the venue.
- Check required documents: Carry the documents mentioned in the official instructions for verification.
- Reach early: Candidates should plan their travel and reach the centre before the reporting time.
- Keep the printout clear: Avoid using a blurred or unclear printout, as it may create problems during verification.
Candidates should also remember that this recruitment drive is meant for the notified backlog vacancies. A total of 1,538 posts have been announced for SC, ST, and OBC candidates.
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