Indian Bank has released the engagement notification for 1,500 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for the financial year 2026–27. Graduates in any discipline who meet the prescribed age and other conditions can submit an online application from 05 November to 25 November 2026.
Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Bank | Indian Bank |
|---|---|
| Post | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1,500 |
| Qualification | Graduate degree in any discipline |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years as on 01 November 2026, with applicable relaxations |
| Training Period | One year |
| Stipend | ₹12,300 to ₹15,000 per month, depending on place of training |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 05 November to 25 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
A total of 1,500 apprenticeship seats are distributed across States and Union Territories. The notification includes 45 vacancies in Punjab and 2 in Chandigarh. Candidates should check the state-wise and district-wise vacancy table and local-language requirements before choosing their preferred location.
Educational Qualification
A graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government of India is required. The graduation result must have been declared between 01 April 2022 and 01 November 2026, as prescribed in the advertisement.
Age Limit
Applicants must be between 20 and 28 years of age as on 01.11.2026. Upper-age relaxation is available to eligible reserved categories as per Government of India guidelines.
Stipend and Training
The apprenticeship training period is one year. The monthly stipend ranges from ₹12,300 to ₹15,000 according to the location/category of branch as specified by the Bank. Apprenticeship does not confer a right to regular employment in the Bank.
Selection Process
The selection process includes an online examination and a test of the local language, along with document verification and other stages specified in the notification. Candidates applying for Punjab vacancies should review the prescribed local-language proficiency requirement.
How to Apply
- Read the updated Indian Bank Apprentice advertisement carefully.
- Complete the required registration on the NATS 2.0 portal, if applicable.
- Visit the Indian Bank careers/recruitment page and open the Apprentice Engagement 2026 application link.
- Fill in the online form, select the State/centre carefully, upload documents and pay the applicable fee.
- Submit the form between 05 and 25 November 2026 and save the confirmation page.
Important Dates
- Online application starts: 05 November 2026
- Last date to apply: 25 November 2026
Important Links
Note: Apprentices are engaged for training under the Apprentices Act, 1961; this is not a regular bank officer or clerical recruitment. Check the official notification for application fee, examination pattern, local-language rules and all other conditions.
