SBI has released mains call letters for its Junior Associate backlog drive. Only candidates who cleared the prelims from Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and Other Backward Classes can download. The link went live on October 19, and the mains exam is on October 29 for 1,538 posts. Verify centre, shift and ID details now.
Eligible candidates should download the call letter using their registration number and date of birth with the image captcha. The download link is active on the SBI Careers Current Openings page for the special recruitment drive. If the page loads slowly, wait and retry during off‑peak hours. Keep a stable connection and use a desktop browser for smoother access.

Exam date, centre and shift — SBI Clerk Backlog Mains
The mains examination is scheduled for October 29. Your admit card displays venue, shift, reporting time and roll number. SBI instructs candidates to report 15 minutes before the reporting time; many centres enforce early entry cut‑offs, so plan to arrive 60–90 minutes in advance. Carry a clean printout of the call letter.
Documents and ID rules — SBI Clerk Backlog Mains
Affix a recent passport photo on the admit card. Bring a valid photo ID in original plus one photocopy. Also carry the prelims call letter and the authenticated copy of your photo ID from prelims. For name or photo mismatches, promptly contact the SBI CRPD helpline or email mentioned in the notification. Centre changes are not permitted.
Allowed versus banned items — SBI Clerk Backlog Mains
Allowed: basic stationery like a ballpoint pen and a transparent water bottle. Strictly banned: mobile phones, smartwatches, any watch, calculators, electronic devices, notes, bags, caps, belts, metallic items and eatables. Avoid jewellery to speed security checks. Return rough sheets after the test; non‑compliance can invite action.
Dress code, biometrics and frisking — SBI Clerk Backlog Mains
Registration includes photo capture and IRIS scan. Remove contact lenses and spectacles during capture when instructed. Avoid mehndi or ink on fingers to prevent biometric failures. Expect security screening and follow invigilator instructions. The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 is applicable; violations lead to cancellation and debarment.
Troubleshooting and last‑minute checks — SBI Clerk Backlog Mains
If you forgot login details, retrieve them from registration emails or SMS. Use the account recovery option on the login page, then reattempt downloading during non‑peak hours. For unresolved issues, escalate to the official helpdesk listed in the notification. Map your route, keep buffers, and recheck centre, shift and ID for October 29.

