SBI Clerk Exam Age Calculator 2026
State Bank of India Clerk (Junior Associate) Examination
- Minimum Age
- 20 years
- Maximum Age
- 28 years
- Cutoff Date
- 1 August 2026
- Recruitment Year
- 2026
- Conducting Body
- Banking
Age Relaxation
Category-wise age relaxation applicable to SBI Clerk Exam (2026).
| Category / Condition | Relaxation (Years) |
|---|---|
| General (No relaxation) | 0 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 |
| SC | +5 |
| ST | +5 |
| EWS | +0 |
| Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | +10 |
| Ex-serviceman | +3 |
Relaxations are cumulative where applicable per official notification. (28 years).
Calculate Your Eligibility
Enter your details below to check if you meet the age criteria for SBI Clerk Exam (2026).
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SBI Clerk Exam — FAQs (2026)
What is the age limit for SBI Clerk Exam?
For SBI Clerk Exam, the notified age band is 20–28 years for General/EWS candidates as on the cutoff date. OBC (+3 years), SC/ST (+5 years), PwBD (up to +10 years), and ex-servicemen (+3 years where applicable) may get upper-age relaxation per the official Banking notification.
How is age calculated for SBI Clerk Exam?
Age for SBI Clerk Exam is reckoned as on the crucial/cutoff date in the official notification—not on application or exam date. This calculator uses 1 August 2026 as the default; enter the date from your notification if it differs.
What is the cutoff date for IBPS/bank age calculation in SBI Clerk Exam?
The default cutoff date used here is 1 August 2026. The actual "Age as on …" date for each cycle is in the official SBI Clerk Exam notification—always verify before applying.
Is there age relaxation for OBC and SC/ST in SBI Clerk Exam?
Yes. For SBI Clerk Exam, OBC (NCL) candidates typically get 3 years and SC/ST candidates 5 years of upper-age relaxation above the General maximum, subject to category certificate and notification rules.
What is the age relaxation for PwBD in SBI Clerk Exam?
PwBD candidates may claim up to 10 years of upper-age relaxation for SBI Clerk Exam, often in addition to category relaxation where rules allow. A valid disability certificate is required.
Is there a limit on number of attempts in SBI Clerk Exam?
SBI PO limits attempts: typically 4 for General/EWS, 7 for OBC/PwBD (General/OBC), and no cap for SC/ST until maximum age. Prelims appearance rules may vary—check the current SBI notification.
Can a candidate below 20 years apply for SBI Clerk Exam?
The minimum age for SBI Clerk Exam is 20 years as on the cutoff date. Candidates below this age are not eligible.
Can I apply for SBI Clerk Exam if I exceed the age limit by one month?
Generally, no. SBI Clerk Exam enforces age limits strictly as on the cutoff date—even one day beyond the maximum eligible age (after relaxations) usually makes a candidate ineligible.
Does ex-serviceman get age relaxation in SBI Clerk Exam?
Ex-servicemen may get up to 3 years relaxation (or service-based deduction as per rules) for SBI Clerk Exam. Check the official notification for military service conditions.
Which educational qualification is required along with age for SBI Clerk Exam?
SBI Clerk Exam requires educational qualification as per notification (e.g. graduation for banking/SSC CGL) in addition to age 20–28 years on the cutoff date.