SBI Apprentice Free Mock Test
SBI Apprentice (SBI Apprentice) is part of India's Government Exams category, covering 4 topics. Kamiyab provides a free SBI Apprentice Full Mock test — questions matched to the official exam pattern with real timing, instant scoring, and per-question explanations. Eligibility: Graduate. Aligned to the current 2026 official syllabus.
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We're working through the SBI Apprentice previous-year papers to build a PYQ-grounded, expert-audited question bank. The syllabus, eligibility and exam pattern below stay accurate — the mock launches as soon as the bank clears audit. Live exams today: SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, and SSC MTS.
Topics covered
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About SBI Apprentice (Apprentices Act 1961 — Bank Apprenticeship Programme)
The SBI Apprentice programme is a 1-year, fixed-term, contractual engagement under the Apprentices Act 1961 — distinct from regular SBI clerical or officer cadre recruitment. Apprentices are deployed at branches as front-office / back-office support staff and are exposed to deposit operations, KYC, account opening, government scheme channels, cross-sell, and basic clearing/back-office reconciliation. The programme exists to address the temporary staffing gap created by branch expansion and to give fresh graduates structured banking exposure ahead of their full-time career.
Crucially, the SBI Apprentice contract is NOT a precursor to regular SBI employment. At the end of the 1-year engagement, apprentices are released from SBI with a completion certificate; they are NOT auto-absorbed into Junior Associate or Probationary Officer cadre. Apprentices who wish to continue with SBI must independently clear the SBI Clerk (Junior Associate) or SBI PO exam during or after their apprenticeship. The programme is best viewed as a paid 12-month branch-banking internship that builds CV credibility for subsequent banking exam attempts.
Stipend is fixed by SBI in line with Apprentices Act norms and revised periodically. The stipend is a flat Rs 15,000 per month for the one-year engagement — paid as a fixed monthly amount with no DA, HRA, leave encashment, NPS contribution, gratuity or LFC. There is no medical reimbursement, transfer facility or promotion path within the apprentice cadre. Postings are in the candidate's preferred state circle subject to the local language requirement, which is strictly enforced.
Who the programme suits: fresh graduates who want a year of real branch-banking exposure with a fixed stipend while they prepare for the SBI Clerk, SBI PO or IBPS exams, and who can prove proficiency in the local language of the state circle they choose. The online test has four equally weighted sections — General and Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude — each with its own 15-minute window, so it is a speed test on the standard clerical syllabus rather than a test of banking depth. Candidates who have already prepared for a clerical-level bank exam usually need only a few weeks of sectional-timing practice to be ready.
How to use this page: the eligibility section states the age, degree and language conditions as notified; the pattern section gives the online test with its sectional timing and negative marking and the Local Language Test at joining; the syllabus lists topics per section; the preparation section sets out a short, focused plan; and the dates section tracks the cycle. Treat the apprenticeship as a paid learning year: use it to build the practical familiarity with deposit products, KYC, clearing and digital channels that the awareness sections of the Clerk and PO exams reward, and keep studying for those exams throughout, since the apprenticeship itself does not lead to a permanent post.
Conducted by: State Bank of India Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD), Corporate Centre, Mumbai. Engagement is governed by the Apprentices Act 1961 and operationalised through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) / Apprenticeship Portal.
Eligibility
- General eligibilityAge: 20 to 28 years as on the cut-off date specified in the notification (typically 1 April of the recruitment year). Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 years (up to 33), OBC (non-creamy layer) +3 years (up to 31), PwBD (General/EWS) +10 years, PwBD (OBC) +13 years, PwBD (SC/ST) +15 years, Ex-Servicemen +5 years (subject to ceiling), Widows/Divorcees/Women legally separated and not remarried +9 years. EWS candidates receive NO age relaxation.
Exam Pattern
Stage-by-stage breakdown of the recruitment process.
Online Written Test
- Questions
- 100 multiple-choice questions
- Marks
- 100 marks total
- Duration
- 60 minutes total (sectional timing of 15 minutes per section — strictly enforced)
Local Language Test (LLT)
- Questions
- Not applicable — qualifying-only assessment
- Marks
- Qualifying (pass/fail)
- Duration
- Conducted offline at the allotment stage, before joining
Syllabus
4 sections, 43 topics in total.
- General / Financial Awareness14 topics
- General English8 topics
- Quantitative Aptitude11 topics
- Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude10 topics
Preparation Strategy
Subject-wise strategy, a study plan and the books aspirants rely on for SBI Apprentice (Apprentices Act 1961 — Bank Apprenticeship Programme).
Read the preparation guideRecent Changes to Know
- SBI Apprentice intake has expanded significantly as part of broader PSB apprenticeship scheme growth under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme. Notification volumes have shifted toward larger annual intakes spread across multiple state circles.
- The stipend is a flat Rs 15,000 per month for the one-year engagement, per the Apprentices Act framework.
- Local Language Test is now strictly enforced at joining — Class X mark-sheet showing the specified local language is the simplest exemption proof. Aspirants who declared LLT eligibility at the application stage but fail at the joining stage forfeit selection.
- Application fee has been reduced to a token level (typically Rs 300) for General/EWS/OBC and waived entirely for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen in recent notifications.
- The programme remains under the Apprentices Act 1961 framework — there is NO change to the non-auto-absorption rule. Apprentices continue to be released after 12 months without automatic absorption into Junior Associate or PO cadre. SBI Clerk and SBI PO remain the standard entry channels for permanent SBI roles.
Important Dates
- Notification
- SBI Apprentice notification is typically released by SBI CRPD in September-November or April-May on sbi.co.in/careers. The application window stays open for approximately 3 weeks. Application fee is paid online (typically Rs 300 for General/EWS/OBC; NIL for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen).
- Exam
- Online Written Test: typically held in November-December or June-July, depending on the notification cycle. Local Language Test: at the time of joining at the allotted state circle, typically 4-8 weeks after the final result.
- Results
- Online Written Test result: approximately 3-4 weeks after the test. Final result with state-wise circle allocation: approximately 4-6 weeks after the written test result. Joining typically 4-8 weeks after the final allotment.
Dates and intake volumes shift across cycles depending on staffing needs and the Apprentices Act framework updates. Always confirm against the official sbi.co.in/careers Current Openings page and the candidate dashboard on the online portal that SBI uses to host its Apprentice application form.
SBI Apprentice preparation guides
- Master Static GK: Proven Ways to Remember General AwarenessDiscover a step‑by‑step system to lock in static general knowledge for SSC CGL and RRB NTPC exams, using practical tricks, smart organization, and daily habits that turn facts into long‑term memory.
- Master Quantitative Aptitude: Topic‑Wise Priority Blueprint for SSC CGL & IBPS POA step‑by‑step, topic‑wise priority guide that shows you exactly which Quantitative Aptitude concepts to master first, how much time to allocate, and proven tactics to solve each type of problem efficiently.
- Master Exam-Day Calm: Turn Anxiety into Peak PerformanceLearn proven, step‑by‑step techniques to silence exam‑day nerves, boost focus, and unleash your true potential on any competitive test.
- Master Bank PO Exams While Working Full‑Time: A Practical RoadmapLearn how to juggle a day job and Bank PO preparation with realistic scheduling, free resources, and proven study techniques—stay focused, confident, and burnout‑free.
SBI Apprentice mock test — frequently asked questions
What is the SBI Apprentice eligibility?
Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university as on the cut-off date. Final-year/semester candidates are typically NOT eligible — graduation must be complete. Knowledge of computer operations is mandatory. Candidates with full-time post-graduate qualifications are still eligible to apply for the Apprentice programme provided they meet the age criteria. Age: 20 to 28 years as on the cut-off date specified in the notification (typically 1 April of the recruitment year). Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 years (up to 33), OBC (non-creamy layer) +3 years (up to 31), PwBD (General/EWS) +10 years, PwBD (OBC) +13 years, PwBD (SC/ST) +15 years, Ex-Servicemen +5 years (subject to ceiling), Widows/Divorcees/Women legally separated and not remarried +9 years. EWS candidates receive NO age relaxation. Nationality: Citizen of India, or subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with intent to permanently settle, or person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries to permanently settle in India. Non-Indian citizens must produce an eligibility certificate from the Government of India..
What is the SBI Apprentice exam pattern?
Online Written Test covers General/Financial Awareness (25 Q, 25 marks, 15 min) · General English (25 Q, 25 marks, 15 min) · Quantitative Aptitude (25 Q, 25 marks, 15 min) · Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude (25 Q, 25 marks, 15 min). 100 multiple-choice questions questions for 100 marks total marks, with negative marking of 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer; no deduction for unattempted items.
Is the SBI Apprentice mock test on Kamiyab really free?
Yes, completely free. No payment and no hidden charges — every SBI Apprentice full mock on Kamiyab is free to use.
Do I need to create an account to attempt the SBI Apprentice mock test?
Yes — you sign in (free) with your mobile number or Google before starting a SBI Apprentice mock. It takes a few seconds and lets us save your scores and weak-topic insights.
How many questions are there in the SBI Apprentice mock test?
A Full Mock is built to match the real SBI Apprentice exam pattern and timing — a complete, full-length paper. You can also practise a single topic on its own for a shorter, focused session.
Which subjects and topics are covered for SBI Apprentice?
4 topics are covered for SBI Apprentice, including Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, English Language and more. Each topic can be practised on its own or combined into a full-length mock.
Are the SBI Apprentice questions reliable and up to date with the latest syllabus?
Every question is hand-curated and kept aligned with the current official SBI Apprentice syllabus, each with a short explanation. When the exam body revises the syllabus, the question bank is updated so you are not practising removed or out-of-syllabus topics.
Do I get the correct answers and explanations for SBI Apprentice?
Yes. After you submit the test, every question shows the correct option along with a short explanation, so you can review and fix weak areas immediately.
Will the SBI Apprentice mock test work on a low-end phone or slow connection?
Yes. Kamiyab runs in any modern mobile browser with no app install. The timer, scoring and explanations all work on basic Android phones and on slow networks.
How should I use Kamiyab to prepare for SBI Apprentice?
Practise a single topic daily for focused revision, then take a full-length mock to simulate the real SBI Apprentice timer and pressure. Read the explanations after every test and re-practise the topics where you score low.