The Central Bank of India has official notification for the recruitment of 4500 Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961 for the financial year 2026-27. Eligible graduates from across India are invited to apply online through the prescribed portal. Selected Candidates will be given 1 year apprenticeship training with a monthly stipend of ₹15,000.
Candidates interested in applying are advised to refer the eligibility criteria, important dates, selection process, application fee and other details before applying.
Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Central Bank of India |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 4,500 |
| Advertisement Year | 2026-27 |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
| Online Examination | 1st Week of July 2026 (Tentative) |
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Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
| Apprentice | 4,500 |
State-wise Major Vacancies
| State | Vacancies |
| Maharashtra | 586 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 580 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 459 |
| Bihar | 433 |
| West Bengal | 315 |
| Gujarat | 305 |
| Tamil Nadu | 202 |
| Rajasthan | 170 |
| Punjab | 142 |
| Haryana | 137 |
The complete state-wise and district-wise vacancy details are available in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University |
| Passing Requirement | Candidates must have completed graduation on or after 01 January 2022 |
| Registration Requirement | Candidate must be registered on the NATS Portal |
Age Limit (As on 31 May 2026)
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Widows/Divorced Women | Up to 35 Years (General/EWS), 38 Years (OBC), 40 Years (SC/ST) |
Training Duration and Stipend
| Training Period | 12 Months |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹15,000 |
| Additional Allowances | Not Applicable |
Application Fee
| General/EWS/OBC (Male) | ₹944 |
| General/EWS/OBC (Female) | ₹708 |
| SC/ST | ₹236 |
| PwBD | ₹236 |
| Transgender | ₹236 |
Important Dates
| Online Registration Begins | 12 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 22 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 28 June 2026 (Extended) |
| Online Examination | 1st Week of July 2026 |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Online Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Verification
Online Examination Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| General/Financial Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| General English | 20 | 20 |
| Central Bank of India Products & Services | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 60 Minutes
Negative Marking: No Negative Marking
Local Language Test
Candidates applying to a particular state must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the state’s local language.
Candidates who have studied the specified local language in Class 10th or 12th may be exempted from the language test.
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Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Graduation Mark Sheets and Degree Certificate
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Valid Photo ID Proof
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- NATS Registration Details
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the NATS Portal and complete registration.
- Log in and apply for the Central Bank of India Apprenticeship opportunity.
- Note your NATS Enrollment ID for future reference.
- After successful registration, complete the final application process through the BFSI SSC portal.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload the necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future use.
Important Points
- Candidates must not have previously completed apprenticeship training in any organisation.
- Candidates with one year or more of work experience after graduation are not eligible.
- Apprentices will not be entitled to regular employment in the Bank after completion of training.
- The Bank is under no obligation to offer permanent employment after the apprenticeship period.
FAQs
1. How many vacancies have been announced under the Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 4,500 Apprentice vacancies have been announced.
2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date for online registration is 28 June 2026.
3. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university and should have completed graduation on or after 01 January 2022.
4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years of age as on 31 May 2026.
5. What stipend will apprentices receive?
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000.