SBI Clerk Age Limit 2026 — Check Your Eligibility by Category
The SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) (2026) sets the age limit at 20–28 years for General category candidates, calculated as on 1 April 2026. Reserved categories receive relaxation: OBC candidates get 31 years, SC/ST candidates 33 years, and PwD candidates 38 years upper limit.
Category-Wise Age Limits
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 20 years | 28 years | - |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 20 years | 31 years | +3 yrs |
| SC / ST | 20 years | 33 years | +5 yrs |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 20 years | 38 years | +10 yrs |
| Ex-Servicemen | 20 years | 33 years | +5 yrs |
Eligible Date of Birth (DOB) Range for SBI Clerk 2026
To qualify for the 2026 cycle, your birth date must fall within the dates specified below for your category (calculated as of the age count date: 1 April 2026).
General / EWS (Unreserved) 20-28 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 April 1998 to 1 April 2006
(Both dates inclusive)
OBC Category (3 Year Relaxation) 20-31 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 April 1995 to 1 April 2006
(Both dates inclusive)
SC / ST Category (5 Year Relaxation) 20-33 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 April 1993 to 1 April 2006
(Both dates inclusive)
PwD Category (10 Year Relaxation) 20-38 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 April 1988 to 1 April 2006
(Both dates inclusive)
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Check Your Eligibility →Detailed Age Limit Information
📋 Age Criteria
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age (General): 28 years
- Age Calculation Date: 1 April 2026
- Conducting Body: State Bank of India
🎯 Attempts Limit
- General: No limit
- OBC: No limit
- SC/ST: Unlimited
Age Relaxation Rules
Standard Relaxations
- OBC (NCL): 3 years relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
- PwD: 10 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years after service
Important Notes
- • Relaxations are applied on the upper age limit only
- • Minimum age remains same for all categories
- • Cumulative relaxations apply for eligible candidates
- • Always verify with official notification
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the age limit for SBI Clerk 2026?
A: The SBI Clerk 2026 age limit is 20-28 years for General category candidates for Junior Associate posts in State Bank of India.
Q: What is the SBI Clerk age limit for OBC candidates?
A: OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 31 years for SBI Clerk 2026.
Q: What is the SBI Clerk age limit for SC/ST candidates?
A: SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 33 years for SBI Clerk 2026.
Q: How many attempts are allowed in SBI Clerk?
A: There is no attempt limit for SBI Clerk examination.
Q: On which date is age calculated for SBI Clerk?
A: Age is calculated as on 1st April of the examination year (01-04-2026 for SBI Clerk 2026).
Q: Can I apply for SBI Clerk if I am 28 years old?
A: Yes, if you are exactly 28 years old as on 1st April 2026, you are eligible for SBI Clerk under General category.
Q: What is the age relaxation for PwD in SBI Clerk?
A: PwD candidates get 10 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 38 years for SBI Clerk 2026.
Q: What is the minimum age for SBI Clerk?
A: The minimum age for SBI Clerk is 20 years as on 1st April 2026.
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Try the Age Calculator →Age limits are based on the 2026 official notification released by State Bank of India. Last verified: 2026-02-04. Always check the official notification at State Bank of India website