Last updated: September 17, 2026 at 10:36 PM
State Bank of India has released the online Preliminary Examination call letter for the Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC backlog vacancies, advertised under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16. The drive covers 1,538 backlog posts and the prelims is scheduled for 16.09.2026, with the download window open from 09.09.2026 to 16.09.2026.
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SBI Junior Associate Special Drive Call Letter 2026 – Overview
| Post Name | Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales) — Special Recruitment Drive for SC/ST/OBC |
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD) |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 |
| Location | All India / Central Govt (backlog vacancies spread across multiple states) |
| Backlog Vacancies | 1,538 (SC — 207, ST — 1,219, OBC — 112) |
| Exam Name | Online Preliminary Examination (Phase-I) |
| Exam Date | 16.09.2026 — the exact shift, reporting time and centre address are printed on your own call letter |
| Exam Mode | Online objective test — 100 questions, 100 marks, 1 hour with sectional timing |
| Call Letter Download Window | 09.09.2026 to 16.09.2026 |
| Login Credentials | Registration No. / Roll No. and Password / Date of Birth (DD-MM-YY) |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Download Call Letter | SBI Junior Associate Special Drive Call Letter Login |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 07.08.2026 |
| Online registration and fee payment | 07.08.2026 to 27.08.2026 |
| Preliminary call letter download begins | 09.09.2026 |
| Preliminary call letter download closes | 16.09.2026 |
| Online Preliminary Examination | 16.09.2026 |
| Preliminary result | To be announced |
| Main Examination | October / November 2026 (tentative, as per notification) |
Preliminary Examination Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour |
The paper is objective and is conducted online. Each of the three sections carries its own 20-minute sectional timing, one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for every wrong answer, and there are no minimum qualifying marks for individual sections or in aggregate. The test is available in English and Hindi as well as the regional language of the state applied for. Candidates who clear the prelims move on to the Main Examination, followed by a test of the local language of the state.
How to Download the SBI Junior Associate Special Drive Call Letter
- Open the SBI careers portal, go to Current Openings and find Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16, or use the direct call letter link given below.
- Enter your Registration Number or Roll Number and your Password or Date of Birth in DD-MM-YY format.
- Type the captcha shown on the screen and click Login.
- Check that your name, roll number, photograph, exam date, reporting time and centre address are correct, then download the call letter and take a clear printout.
- Affix a passport-size photograph in the space provided on the printed call letter and keep two more photographs, your original photo ID and a self-attested photocopy ready for the exam day.
Note: Call letters are not sent by post, courier or email — online download is the only way to obtain one, and the link is withdrawn after 16.09.2026.
Documents to Carry to the Exam Centre
| Document / Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Printed call letter | Clear printout with a passport-size photograph affixed in the space provided — the photo must match the one uploaded at registration |
| Two additional photographs | Same photograph as the one uploaded during online registration |
| Original photo identity proof | PAN card, passport, driving licence, voter card, Aadhaar card, bank passbook with photograph, or a photo identity proof issued by a Gazetted Officer or People’s Representative on official letterhead |
| Photocopy of the photo ID | Self-attested photocopy of the same ID that is produced in original |
| Glue and a blue ink stamp pad | For pasting the photograph and giving the thumb impression at the centre — these are not supplied at the venue |
| Ball point pen | For rough work and for signing the attendance sheet |
| Scribe documents (if applicable) | Candidates using a scribe must carry the documents listed in the official scribe guidelines |
Important: As stated in the official information handout, a candidate who arrives without the photo identity proof in original and a photocopy, or with a call letter that has no photograph affixed on it, or without two additional photographs, is not permitted to appear for the examination.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination Call Letter | Download Call Letter |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download Official Notification |
| Information Handout — Phase I (PDF) | Download Information Handout |
| Official Website | SBI Careers — Current Openings |
| Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Do not leave the download to the last minute — the link closes on 16.09.2026, the same day as the exam.
- Affix a passport-size photograph on the printed call letter before you leave home; candidates who arrive with an unaffixed call letter are not allowed to sit.
- Carry two extra photographs identical to the one uploaded at registration — a different photo can cause a problem at verification.
- Carry the photo identity proof in original along with a self-attested photocopy; one without the other is not accepted.
- Carry your own glue and blue ink stamp pad, as examination centres do not provide them.
- Report at the time printed on the call letter — late arrivals are not permitted inside the examination hall.
- Check the name, roll number, exam date and centre on the call letter as soon as you download it, so any discrepancy can be raised with SBI in time.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I download the SBI Junior Associate Special Recruitment Drive prelims call letter?
The download link opened on 09.09.2026 and closes on 16.09.2026, so it must be downloaded and printed before the exam day itself.
When is the preliminary examination for this special drive?
The online preliminary examination is scheduled for 16.09.2026, and the exact shift, reporting time and centre address are printed on each candidate’s own call letter.
What do I need to log in and download the call letter?
Your Registration Number or Roll Number along with your password or date of birth in DD-MM-YY format, plus the captcha shown on the login screen.
Where is the official download link?
On the SBI careers portal under Current Openings, against Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16, through the link titled “Download Preliminary Examination Call Letter”.
What must I carry to the examination centre?
The printed call letter with a photograph affixed, two additional photographs, your original photo identity proof with a self-attested photocopy, glue, a blue ink stamp pad and a ball point pen.
What is the preliminary exam pattern?
100 objective questions carrying 100 marks in 1 hour — English Language 30 questions, Numerical Ability 35 questions and Reasoning Ability 35 questions, with 20 minutes of separate sectional timing for each.
Is there negative marking in the preliminary examination?
Yes, one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for every wrong answer, and there are no minimum qualifying marks for individual sections or in aggregate.
Is this the same as the regular SBI Clerk 2026 recruitment?
No — this is a separate special drive under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/SPLDRIVE/2026-27/16 for 1,538 backlog vacancies reserved for SC, ST and OBC candidates, while the regular Junior Associate recruitment runs under Advertisement No. CRPD/CR/2026-27/17.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
