Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1,500 Posts

Indian Bank has released the updated notification for the engagement of 1,500 Apprentices for the financial year 2026–27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Eligible graduates can apply online from 5 November to 25 November 2026 through the NATS 2.0 portal.

Candidates who have completed graduation in any discipline between 1 April 2022 and 1 November 2026 are eligible to apply, subject to the other conditions in the notification. The prescribed age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 1 November 2026, with applicable category-wise relaxation.

Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 

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Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Indian Bank
Recruitment	Engagement of Apprentices for FY 2026–27
Post Name	Apprentice
Total Training Seats	1,500
Qualification	Graduate in any discipline
Eligible Graduation Period	1 April 2022 to 1 November 2026
Age Limit	20–28 years
Age Calculation Date	1 November 2026
Monthly Stipend	Rs 12,300–Rs 15,000
Training Duration	12 months
Application Fee	Rs 800 or rs 175, plus GST
Application Mode	Online
Application Start Date	5 November 2026
Last Date to Apply	25 November 2026
Selection Process	Online Test, Local Language Proficiency Test and Verification
Training Location	Across India
Official Website	indianbank.bank.in

Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Online Application Start Date	5 November 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	25 November 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	25 November 2026
Application Modification Deadline	25 November 2026
Age and Qualification Cut-off Date	1 November 2026
Online Examination	Notified Soon
Local Language Test	Notified Soon
Document Verification	Notified Soon

Indian Bank Apprentice Vacancy 2026 – 1,500 Seats

Indian Bank has announced 1,500 tentative apprenticeship training seats across 30 States and Union Territories. Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of seats, followed by Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.

State-wise Vacancy Details

S. No.	State / UT	Vacancies
1	Andhra Pradesh	85
2	Arunachal Pradesh	1
3	Assam	30
4	Bihar	80
5	Chandigarh	2
6	Chhattisgarh	10
7	Goa	2
8	Gujarat	35
9	Haryana	32
10	Himachal Pradesh	6
11	Jammu and Kashmir	3
12	Jharkhand	60
13	Karnataka	35
14	Kerala	44
15	Madhya Pradesh	65
16	Maharashtra	70
17	Manipur	2
18	Meghalaya	1
19	Nagaland	2
20	NCT of Delhi	32
21	Odisha	42
22	Puducherry	9
23	Punjab	45
24	Rajasthan	40
25	Tamil Nadu	270
26	Telangana	46
27	Tripura	1
28	Uttar Pradesh	285
29	Uttarakhand	20
30	West Bengal	145
	Total	1,500

Category-wise Vacancy Details

Category	Vacancies
Unreserved (UR)	676
Other Backward Classes (OBC)	348
Scheduled Caste (SC)	252
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	142
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	82
Total	1,500

PwBD Reservation

Disability Category	Reserved Seats
Visually Impaired (VI)	12
Hearing Impaired (HI)	12
Orthopedically Challenged (OH)	13
Intellectual Disability (ID)	11
Total	48

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Indian Bank Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must meet the educational qualification, graduation passing-date, age and experience requirements specified in the notification.

Educational Qualification

Applicants must have a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.

Requirement	Details
Minimum Qualification	Graduation in any discipline
Recognized Qualification	Degree from a recognized university or equivalent qualification
Earliest Eligible Graduation Date	1 April 2022
Latest Eligible Graduation Date	1 November 2026
Result Declaration Deadline	1 November 2026
Proof of Qualification	Degree certificate, marksheets and result declaration evidence

Can Graduates from 2021 Apply?

No. Candidates who passed graduation before 1 April 2022 do not meet the graduation passing-date requirement for this recruitment.

Can Final-Year Students Apply?

Candidates must have their final graduation results declared on or before 1 November 2026. Those awaiting their final results after this date do not meet the notified qualification cut-off.

Previous Apprenticeship and Work Experience Restrictions

The following candidates are not eligible:

• Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training.

• Candidates currently undergoing apprenticeship training.

• Candidates whose previous apprenticeship was terminated due to their own fault.

• Candidates who have completed one year or more of work experience after obtaining their educational qualification.

Indian Bank Apprentice Age Limit 2026

The prescribed age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 1 November 2026. Applicable age relaxation is available for eligible categories.

Age Criteria	Details
Minimum Age	20 years
Maximum Age	28 years
Age Calculation Date	1 November 2026
Earliest Date of Birth (General/EWS)	2 November 1998
Latest Date of Birth	1 November 2006

Indian Bank Apprentice Age Relaxation

Category	Age Relaxation
SC / ST	5 years
OBC – Non-Creamy Layer	3 years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)	10 years
Persons Affected by 1984 Riots	5 years
Eligible Widows / Divorced / Legally Separated Women Who Have Not Remarried	Up to 35 years (General/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST)

Indian Bank Apprentice Stipend 2026

Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend based on the location of their allotted branch.

Branch-wise Monthly Stipend

Branch Location	Monthly Stipend	Bank Component	Government Component
Metro / Urban	Rs 15,000	Up to Rs 8,850	Up to Rs 6,150
Rural / Semi-Urban	Rs 12,300	Up to Rs 6,150	Up to Rs 6,150

Indian Bank Apprentice Training Duration 2026

The apprenticeship will continue for 12 months under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Particulars	Details
Training Period	12 months
Training Type	On-the-job training
Training Location	Allotted Indian Bank branch
Casual Leave	1 day after completion of each month
Maximum Casual Leave at a Time	4 days
Overtime	Not permitted
Guarantee of Regular Employment	No

Leave and Certification Rules

Apprentices are entitled to bank holidays and one casual leave after completing each month of training. A maximum of four casual leaves may be taken at one time.

According to the notification, apprentices must complete more than 338 paid days during the 12-month period to become eligible for the Certificate of Proficiency, subject to the prescribed assessment and completion conditions.

After successful completion of training and assessment, the Board of Apprenticeship Training (Southern Region) will issue a digital Certificate of Proficiency through NATS 2.0.

Is Indian Bank Apprenticeship a Permanent Job?

No. This is a fixed-duration training engagement, not a permanent recruitment appointment. Indian Bank is not obligated to offer regular or contractual employment after the training period. Apprentices cannot claim employment with the bank as a right.

Indian Bank Apprentice Application Fee 2026

Candidates must pay the application fee according to their category.

Category	Application Fee
General / UR	Rs 800 + GST
OBC	Rs 800 + GST
EWS	Rs 800 + GST
SC	Rs 175 + GST
ST	Rs 175 + GST
PwBD	Rs 175 + GST

Indian Bank Apprentice Selection Process 2026

The selection process includes an online objective examination and a Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT). Indian Bank may also conduct an interview at its discretion.

The selection stages are:

1. NATS registration: Eligible candidates register on the NATS 2.0 portal and complete their profile.

2. Online application: Candidates submit the recruitment application and pay the applicable fee.

3. Online examination: Applicants appear for the 100-mark objective test.

4. Local Language Proficiency Test: Shortlisted candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the selected State/UT language unless exempt.

5. Interview, if conducted: The bank may conduct an interview or dispense with it.

6. Merit list: Candidates are ranked according to the applicable State/UT-wise and category-wise merit rules.

7. Document verification: The bank verifies eligibility and supporting certificates.

8. Medical fitness: Engagement is subject to the prescribed medical fitness requirements.

9. Apprenticeship contract: Selected candidates receive their digital engagement through NATS 2.0.

Indian Bank Apprentice Exam Pattern 2026

The online examination consists of 100 objective multiple-choice questions carrying 100 marks. The total examination duration is 60 minutes.

Subject-wise Exam Pattern

Subject	Questions	Marks
Reasoning Aptitude	15	15
Computer Knowledge	10	10
English Language	25	25
Quantitative Aptitude	25	25
General Awareness with Special Reference to Banking Industry	25	25
Total	100	100

Examination Details

Particulars	Details
Exam Mode	Online
Question Type	Objective Multiple Choice
Total Questions	100
Maximum Marks	100
Duration	60 minutes
Language	Major regional languages as decided by the bank; English section in English
Negative Marking	Not specified in the advertisement

Qualifying Marks

Indian Bank will determine the minimum qualifying marks based on the aggregate examination score. There are no separate minimum qualifying marks for individual sections.

SC, ST, OBC and PwBD candidates receive a 5% relaxation in the prescribed aggregate qualifying percentage.

How Is the Merit List Prepared?

The bank will prepare State/UT-wise and category-wise merit lists based on candidates' performance in the online examination.

• Candidates will be ranked in descending order of aggregate marks.

• If candidates obtain identical marks at the cut-off, the older candidate will receive preference.

• If the examination is conducted in multiple sessions, scores will be normalized using the equi-percentile method.

• A State/UT-wise and category-wise waiting list may also be prepared to fill unoccupied apprenticeship seats.

Indian Bank Apprentice Local Language Test 2026

Candidates must be able to read, write, speak and understand one of the prescribed local languages of the State or Union Territory for which they apply.

The Local Language Proficiency Test will be conducted after the online examination. Candidates who fail to qualify in the test will not be engaged as apprentices, unless they are exempt under the prescribed rules.

State-wise Local Languages

State / UT	Accepted Local Language
Andhra Pradesh	Telugu / Urdu
Arunachal Pradesh	English
Assam	Assamese / Bengali / Bodo
Bihar	Hindi / Urdu
Chandigarh	Hindi / Punjabi
Chhattisgarh	Hindi
Goa	Konkani
Gujarat	Gujarati
Haryana	Hindi / Punjabi
Himachal Pradesh	Hindi
Jammu and Kashmir	Urdu / Hindi
Jharkhand	Hindi / Santhali
Karnataka	Kannada
Kerala	Malayalam
Madhya Pradesh	Hindi
Maharashtra	Marathi
Manipur	Manipuri / English
Meghalaya	English / Garo / Khasi
Nagaland	English
NCT of Delhi	Hindi
Odisha	Odia
Puducherry	Tamil
Punjab	Punjabi / Hindi
Rajasthan	Hindi
Tamil Nadu	Tamil
Telangana	Telugu / Urdu
Tripura	Bengali / Kokborok
Uttar Pradesh	Hindi / Urdu
Uttarakhand	Hindi
West Bengal	Bengali / Nepali

Who Is Exempt from the Local Language Test?

Candidates who provide a Class 8, Class 10 or Class 12 marksheet or certificate proving that they studied the selected local language are exempt from the Local Language Proficiency Test.

Candidates who do not have the prescribed school-level language-study evidence must qualify in the LLPT. The test will be held at a centre decided by the bank in the relevant State/UT. Candidates must bear their own travel expenses.

Indian Bank Apprentice State and District Preference 2026

Candidates can apply for only one State or Union Territory. During registration, they may select three preferred districts within their chosen State/UT.

The applicant's resident district receives the first preference under the applicable merit arrangement. Candidates may also choose two additional neighbouring districts.

How to Apply Online for Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Step 1 – Register on NATS 2.0

1. Visit the official NATS website: nats.education.gov.in.

2. Open the Student Registration facility.

3. Complete the enrolment process using the details requested on the portal.

4. Enter accurate personal, contact and educational information.

5. Provide graduation passing details and other required certificates.

6. Complete all mandatory profile sections until the NATS profile shows 100% completion.

7. Save the generated NATS Enrolment ID.

Step 2 – Apply for Indian Bank Apprenticeship 2026

1. Visit the Indian Bank Careers page or the NATS portal.

2. Find the recruitment titled Engagement of Apprentices in Indian Bank – 2026.

3. Read the notification and check the age, qualification, graduation date and experience conditions.

4. Open the relevant online application facility.

5. Click on New Registration if applying for the first time.

6. Enter your name, contact details and email address.

7. Note the provisional registration number and password.

8. Use the Save and Next facility while completing the form.

9. Enter the required personal, address, graduation and category details.

10. Select one eligible State/UT.

11. Choose the preferred districts within that State/UT.

12. Select one of the prescribed local languages.

13. Upload your photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration.

14. Complete the other details requested in the application.

15. Open the Preview tab and carefully verify all information.

16. Select Complete Registration after checking the details.

17. Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment facility.

18. Submit the application by 25 November 2026.

19. Save the application printout and payment confirmation for future reference.

Documents Required for Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Candidates should keep the following documents and information ready for registration, application and subsequent verification, as applicable:

• Graduation degree certificate and marksheets.

• Proof showing that the graduation result was declared on or before 1 November 2026.

• Date-of-birth proof.

• Valid identity proof.

• NATS 2.0 Enrolment ID.

• Recent passport-size colour photograph.

• Scanned signature.

• Left thumb impression.

• Handwritten declaration.

• SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS certificate, where applicable.

• PwBD disability certificate or UDID card, where applicable.

• Class 8, 10 or 12 certificate showing study of the selected local language, if claiming LLPT exemption.

• Other documents required by the bank during verification.

Photograph, Signature and Declaration Upload Specifications

Document	Preferred Dimensions	File Size
Photograph	200 × 230 pixels	20 KB–50 KB
Signature	140 × 60 pixels	10 KB–20 KB
Left Thumb Impression	240 × 240 pixels	20 KB–50 KB
Handwritten Declaration	800 × 400 pixels	50 KB–100 KB

Documents must be uploaded in the prescribed JPG/JPEG format. Candidates must also capture a live photograph through a webcam or mobile phone using the facility available on the application portal.

Indian Bank Apprentice Handwritten Declaration 2026

The handwritten declaration must be written in English on white paper using black ink. It must be in the candidate's own handwriting and must not be written entirely in capital letters.

The declaration provided in the source notification is:

I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.

Candidates should reproduce the declaration exactly as prescribed in Annexure II of the official notification.

Indian Bank Apprentice Exam Centres 2026

The online examination will be conducted at various centres across India. The tentative examination-centre list is provided in Annexure I of the official advertisement.

Candidates can indicate their preferred examination centre while applying, subject to the options available in the application form. However, Indian Bank may allot a different centre depending on availability.

Requests to change the examination centre will not be entertained. Candidates must bear their own examination-related travel expenses.

Indian Bank Apprentice Certificate and Contract Conditions

Selected candidates will receive a digital apprenticeship engagement offer through NATS 2.0. The apprenticeship contract will normally remain in force for 12 months and terminate automatically after completion of the prescribed training period.

Candidates must report to their allotted bank branch or training venue on the specified joining date. Failure to report may lead to termination of the apprenticeship contract.

Early Termination of Apprenticeship

The notification specifies conditions for early termination of the apprenticeship contract, including:

• Voluntary withdrawal from training.

• Misconduct.

• Employment elsewhere.

• Medical inability to continue training.

A candidate who voluntarily leaves the training before completing the contract may be required to pay an amount equivalent to one month's stipend, subject to the notified conditions.

Separate provisions apply to termination after securing gainful employment or on medical grounds. Candidates should read the complete contractual conditions before accepting the apprenticeship.

Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Apply Online	Click Here
Official Notification	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
More Updates	Click Here
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Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. How many apprentice seats are available in Indian Bank Recruitment 2026?

Indian Bank has announced 1,500 tentative apprenticeship training seats across 30 States and Union Territories. Uttar Pradesh has 285 seats, while Tamil Nadu has 270.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 25 November 2026.

Q3. What educational qualification is required?

Candidates must have a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university. The graduation passing date must be on or after 1 April 2022 and on or before 1 November 2026, with the result declared by the cut-off date.

Q4. What is the age limit for Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 28 years as on 1 November 2026. SC/ST candidates receive 5 years' relaxation, OBC-NCL candidates receive 3 years and PwBD candidates receive 10 years, subject to the notification.

Q5. What is the monthly stipend for Indian Bank apprentices?

The monthly stipend is Rs 15,000 at Metro/Urban branches and Rs 12,300 at Rural/Semi-Urban branches. Apprentices are not eligible for additional allowances or regular employee benefits.

Q6. What is the application fee?

The application fee is Rs 800 plus GST for General, OBC and EWS candidates, and Rs 175 plus GST for SC, ST and PwBD candidates. The fee is non-refundable.

Q7. How can I apply for Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

First, register on the NATS 2.0 portal and complete your profile. Then submit the recruitment-specific application through the Indian Bank Careers page or the relevant NATS application link and pay the applicable fee.

Q8. What is the selection process?

Selection includes a 100-mark online objective examination of 60 minutes and a Local Language Proficiency Test. Indian Bank may conduct an interview or dispense with it at its discretion.

Q9. Can I apply for more than one State or Union Territory?

No. A candidate can apply for only one State/UT and submit only one application. The notification states that if multiple applications are submitted, only the latest valid application is retained and other fees are forfeited.

Q10. Who is not eligible for the Indian Bank apprenticeship?

Candidates who have already completed or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training, candidates with one year or more of post-qualification work experience, and Ex-Servicemen or Disabled Ex-Servicemen are not eligible under the notification.

Q11. Is Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment a permanent job?

No. It is a 12-month apprenticeship training engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Completion of training does not guarantee regular or contractual employment with Indian Bank.

Q12. Is a Local Language Proficiency Test compulsory?

Candidates must qualify in the prescribed local language test unless they are exempt. Candidates who provide the specified Class 8, 10 or 12 certificate or marksheet showing that they studied the selected language may be exempt.