SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 7,150 Posts, Apply Online
State Bank of India (SBI) has released an official advertisement for the engagement of apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online for training seats across various states and Union Territories.
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 7,150 seats |
| Application Start Date | May 19, 2026 |
| Application Last Date | June 8, 2026 |
| Qualification | Graduation from a recognized University/Institute |
| Application Fee | General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 300/- SC / ST / PwBD: NIL |
| Vacancies in Assam | 368 |
SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released its mega recruitment advertisement for the year 2026-27, announcing 7,150 vacancies for the post of Apprentice across various states and Union Territories. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates looking to step into the banking sector, gain hands-on operational experience with India’s largest public sector bank, and earn a monthly stipend of Rs. 15,000/-. Â
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Notably, candidates who successfully complete this one-year training program will also get a valuable edge with weightage and relaxation in future SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) permanent recruitments.Â
Important Note on Employment: This apprenticeship is NOT a regular or contract employment in the Bank. SBI has no obligation to offer regular jobs after the 1-year training period. Weightage in Junior Associate Recruitment: Candidates who successfully complete their apprenticeship with satisfactory conduct will receive weightage/relaxation in the future recruitment of SBI Junior Associates (Clerks), subject to bank policy.Â
Eligibility Criteria for Assam Home Guards Recruitment 2026
1. Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 years Â
- Maximum Age: 28 years Â
- Candidates must have been born between April 2, 1998, and April 1, 2006 (both days inclusive). Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates as per Government of India guidelines.
- Graduation from a recognized University or Institute.
- Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training earlier (in SBI or any other organization) or who have a year or more of prior job experience/training after graduation are NOT eligible.
Duration & Stipend-SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Training Duration: 1 Year. Â
- Monthly Stipend: Rs. 15,000/- per month. Â
- Apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances or employee benefits.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on a two-stage process:Â Â
- Online Written Test (Objective Type)Â Â
- Test of Local LanguageÂ
1. Structure of Online Written Test
Sl. | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
1 | General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | 15 Mins |
2 | General English | 25 | 25 | 15 Mins |
3 | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Mins |
4 | Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 Mins |
Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Mins |
- Negative Marking: There will be a deduction of 1/4th of the mark assigned to a question for every wrong answer. Â
- Medium of Exam: Except for General English, test questions will be available in English, Hindi, and specified regional languages depending on the state applied for.
2. Local Language Test
- After qualifying the online written test, candidates must clear a local language proficiency test.  For Assam : Assamese, Bengali, and Bodo.
- Exemption: Candidates who provide a 10th or 12th standard mark sheet/certificate proving they studied the opted local language will not need to take this language test.
Category-wise distribution
- Unreserved (UR): 164Â Â
- OBC: 99Â Â
- ST: 44Â Â
- EWS: 36Â Â
- SC: 25Â Â
- Total: 368Â
District-wise Breakup of Available Training Seats in Assam
| District | Seats |
|---|---|
| Kamrup Metro | 68 |
| Dibrugarh | 36 |
| Cachar | 28 |
| Nagaon | 24 |
| Kamrup Rural | 21 |
| Dhubri | 17 |
| Karimganj | 12 |
| Kokrajhar | 11 |
| East Karbi Anglong | 11 |
| Hojai | 11 |
| Bongaigaon | 10 |
| Goalpara | 9 |
| Dima Hasao | 8 |
| Nalbari | 8 |
| Hailakandi | 8 |
| Chirang | 7 |
| Darrang | 7 |
| Barpeta | 6 |
| Morigaon | 6 |
| Jorhat | 6 |
| Sibasagar | 6 |
| Dhemaji | 6 |
| North Lakhimpur | 6 |
| Golaghat | 5 |
| Sonitpur | 5 |
| Bajali | 4 |
| Biswanath Chariali | 4 |
| Baksa | 3 |
| Tamulpur | 3 |
| Charaideo | 3 |
| Majuli | 3 |
| Udalguri | 3 |
| West Karbi Anglong | 2 |
| South Salmara-mankachar | 1 |
| Total Seats | 368 |
District-wise Breakup of Available Training Seats in Assam
The examination centres designated for the online written test in Assam are as follows:Â Â
- Dibrugarh Â
- Guwahati Â
- Jorhat Â
- SilcharÂ
- Tezpur
How to Apply- SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 ?
1. Candidates must first register on the NAPS portal at apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
2. After NAPS registration, apply online through the official SBI Careers portals:
3. Upload scanned copies of your recent passport photo, signature, left thumb impression, and the handwritten declaration according to the guidelines in Annexure-I.
4. Pay the required application fee online and download the system-generated application printout for your records.
Important Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
1. Is this a permanent or contract job in State Bank of India?
No. This is strictly a 1-year training program under the Apprentices Act, 1961. It is not permanent employment, nor is it a contract job. SBI has no obligation to offer regular or permanent employment after the completion of the training period.
2. What is the monthly stipend for an SBI Apprentice?
Selected candidates will receive a stipend of Rs. 15,000/- per month for the 1-year training period. No other allowances or employee benefits are provided.
3. What are the benefits of completing this apprenticeship?
Upon successfully passing the skill evaluation test (Trade Test) at the end of the year, you will receive a Joint National Apprenticeship Certificate. This certificate gives you weightage and relaxation in future recruitments for permanent Junior Associate (Clerk) positions within SBI, subject to bank policy.
4. What is the selection process and exam pattern?
Selection is based on an Online Written Test (100 objective questions for 100 marks, 1 hour total duration) followed by a Local Language Test. There is a negative marking of 1/4th of a mark for every incorrect answer in the written test.
5. Can someone with a record of loan default apply?
No. Candidates who have defaulted on any loan or credit card repayments and have an adverse CIBIL report are not eligible for engagement. If your outstanding dues are fully cleared/repaid on or before the date the bank issues the offer letter, you must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the lender.
