SBI 3-Day Bank Strike: State Bank of India (SBI) has warned customers about possible disruption as bank unions have planned a three-day nationwide strike from September 28 to 30, 2026. SBI has asked people to finish important branch work before the strike starts. The bank said some services may be affected if a large number of employees join the protest.
The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) had already observed a one-day nationwide strike on September 11. The September 28-30 action is the next part of its protest programme. The unions have also announced an indefinite strike from October 26. Their demands include a five-day banking week along with changes related to pension benefits, dearness allowance and other employee issues.
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SBI has advised customers to handle any work that needs a branch visit before September 28. This includes services that need staff help, physical documents or other processes that can’t be completed through digital banking.
The bank has said it is taking steps to keep essential services available during the strike. Still, the level of disruption can depend on how many employees take part at different locations.
Customers who need cash can use ATMs and Automated Deposit and Withdrawal Machines (ADWMs). Customer Service Points (CSPs) will also be available for selected banking services.
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Routine banking work can continue through SBI’s digital channels. Customers can use internet banking, mobile banking, YONO and UPI for money transfers, payments and other transactions that don’t need a branch visit.
But customers shouldn’t assume every service will work online. Some cheque-related work, physical paperwork and other staff-assisted services could take longer during the strike.
September 26 and 27 are Saturday and Sunday. So customers could face a five-day period from September 26 to 30 without normal weekday branch access. SBI has therefore advised people with urgent branch-related work to complete it before the strike period.
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