SBI Clerk Prelims Admit Card 2026 Out – Exam on 26 & 27 September, Download Call Letter
Post Writer:Prashant
Short Information:
State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI Clerk Prelims Admit Card 2026 for the Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) recruitment on 21 September 2026. The Preliminary Examination is scheduled to be held on 26 and 27 September 2026 in multiple shifts across the country . Candidates who applied for the regular vacancies can now download their call letter from the official SBI portal. The direct download link is active and available below.
State Bank of India (SBI)
SBI Clerk Prelims Admit Card 2026
Advt. No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17
Important Dates :
Notification Release Date | 11 August 2026 |
Online Apply Start Date | 11 August 2026 |
Online Apply Last Date | 31 August 2026 |
Admit Card Release Date | 21 September 2026 |
Prelims Exam Date | 26 & 27 September 2026 |
Mains Exam Date | November 2026 (Tentative) |
Exam Shift Timings
The SBI Clerk Prelims 2026 will be conducted in four shifts on each exam day. Candidates must report to the exam centre at the time allotted to their respective shift .
Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Start Time | Exam End Time |
1st Shift | 8:00 AM | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
2nd Shift | 10:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 12:30 PM |
3rd Shift | 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
4th Shift | 3:30 PM | 4:30 PM | 5:30 PM |
SBI Clerk Prelims Exam Pattern 2026
Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
Negative Marking:0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
Note:There is no sectional cutoff. Candidates need to clear the overall cutoff for their state/category.
Important Links
Download Admit Card | |
Official Website | |
Exam Pattern/Syllabus |
How to Download SBI Clerk Prelims Admit Card 2026
Follow these simple steps to download your call letter :
1. Visit the official website: sbi.bank.in or sbi.co.in/web/careers
2. Go to the Careers section
3. Click on the link "Recruitment of Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales)"
4. Select "Download Preliminary Exam Call Letter"
5. Enter your Registration Number / Roll Number and Password / Date of Birth
6. Solve the CAPTCHA and click Submit
7. Your SBI Clerk Prelims Admit Card 2026 will appear on the screen
8. Download and print 2 copiesfor exam day
💡 Expert Tip:Download your admit card immediately. Don't wait for the last minute as the portal may slow down due to heavy traffic.
Details Mentioned on Admit Card
• Candidate's Name and Roll Number
• Registration Number
• Exam Date, Shift and Reporting Time
• Exam Centre Name and Address
• Candidate's Photograph and Signature
• Exam Day Instructions
Documents Required on Exam Day
Mandatory Documents:
• Printed copy of SBI Clerk Prelims Admit Card 2026(with recent passport-size photograph pasted)
• Original Valid Photo ID Proof– Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License
• Photocopy of the same Photo ID
• Two additional passport-size photographs(same as uploaded in application)
Note:Ration Card and Learner's Driving License will not be accepted as valid ID proof.
Not Allowed in Examination Hall:
• Mobile phones, smartwatches, and any electronic devices
• Calculators, Bluetooth devices
• Books, notes, or study materials
Exam Day Guidelines
• Reach the exam center at least 60-90 minutes before the reporting time
• Biometric verificationwill be done at the registration desk
• No entry after gate closure– latecomers will not be allowed inside
• Carry Aadhaar Cardfor biometric authentication
• Follow all instructionsprinted on the admit card
• Keep the prelims call letter safe– it will be required again at Mains reporting
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is SBI Clerk Prelims Admit Card 2026 released?
Yes, the admit card was released on 21 September 2026 .
2. What is the SBI Clerk Prelims exam date?
The exam will be held on 26 and 27 September 2026 .
3. How many shifts will be conducted for SBI Clerk Prelims?
The exam will be conducted in four shifts on each exam day .
4. Where can I download the SBI Clerk Admit Card?
Visit sbi.bank.in or sbi.co.in/web/careers and login with your registration details .
5. What details are required to download the admit card?
You need your Registration Number/Roll Number and Password/Date of Birth .
6. What documents must I carry on exam day?
Printed admit card, original photo ID, photocopy of ID, and two passport-size photographs .
7. Is there negative marking in SBI Clerk Prelims?
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer .
8. What is the exam duration for SBI Clerk Prelims?
The total duration is 60 minutes with 20 minutes for each section .
9. What is the selection process for SBI Clerk?
Prelims → Mains → Local Language Test. Final merit is based on Mains marks only.
10. What is the expected cutoff for SBI Clerk Prelims 2026?
The expected cutoff for General category is 62-72 marks .
11. Can I carry a mobile phone to the exam center?
No, mobile phones and electronic devices are strictly prohibited .
12. What is the reporting time for the exam?
Reporting time varies by shift – check your admit card for the exact time .