The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced an extension of the application deadline for its Apprentice Recruitment 2026 drive. Candidates who have not yet submitted their applications can now apply until June 15, 2026. The original deadline was June 8, 2026.
Recruitment Overview
This recruitment campaign aims to fill 7,150 apprentice positions across various regions of the country. The engagement will be conducted under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961, providing selected candidates with a one-year apprenticeship training program at India's largest public sector bank. The recruitment is advertised under advertisement number CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07.
Training and Benefits
Selected candidates will undergo practical training for a period of one year, gaining exposure to banking operations and customer service functions. This opportunity allows individuals to develop skills in a professional banking environment.
Application Process
Applications are accepted exclusively through the official SBI apprenticeship portal. Candidates must submit their forms online and carefully follow all instructions provided in the recruitment notification. The application process commenced on May 19, 2026, and with the extension, the last date to apply is now June 15, 2026.
Steps to Apply for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official SBI Careers portal at sbi.co.in.
- Click on the "Current Openings" section under the "Join SBI" tab.
- Locate the notification titled "Engagement of Apprentices in SBI under the Apprentices Act, 1961" and open it.
- Click on the "Apply Online" link associated with the notification.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload the required documents, including:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Handwritten declaration (as prescribed)
- Other supporting documents, if applicable
- Review all details carefully before final submission.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable, through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Alternatively, candidates can use the direct link provided on the official website to apply. Aspirants are advised to stay tuned to the official website for complete details of the SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
