Indian Bank has released the Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification inviting online applications for 1,500 Apprentice training vacancies across India for the financial year 2026–27. Eligible graduates can apply for this opportunity under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Selected candidates will undergo 12 months of apprenticeship training and receive a monthly stipend ranging from ₹12,300 to ₹15,000, depending on the location of the allotted branch.
Candidates who have completed graduation in any discipline between 01 April 2022 and 01 November 2026 can apply online. The application process started on 05 November 2026, and the last date to submit the application is 25 November 2026.
Indian Bank Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
Indian Bank has announced a total of 1,500 tentative Apprentice training seats across various states and Union Territories.
State-Wise Vacancy Details
| State / Union Territory | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 85 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 1 |
| Assam | 30 |
| Bihar | 80 |
| Chandigarh | 2 |
| Chhattisgarh | 10 |
| Goa | 2 |
| Gujarat | 35 |
| Haryana | 32 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 6 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 3 |
| Jharkhand | 60 |
| Karnataka | 35 |
| Kerala | 44 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 65 |
| Maharashtra | 70 |
| Manipur | 2 |
| Meghalaya | 1 |
| Nagaland | 2 |
| NCT of Delhi | 32 |
| Odisha | 42 |
| Puducherry | 9 |
| Punjab | 45 |
| Rajasthan | 40 |
| Tamil Nadu | 270 |
| Telangana | 46 |
| Tripura | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 285 |
| Uttarakhand | 20 |
| West Bengal | 145 |
| Total | 1,500 |
Indian Bank Kerala Vacancy 2026
A total of 44 Apprentice training seats have been allotted to Kerala.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 4 |
| ST | 0 |
| OBC | 11 |
| EWS | 4 |
| UR | 25 |
| Total | 44 |
The vacancies are tentative and may be revised depending on the bank’s requirements.
Stipend Details – Indian Bank Apprentice 2026
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend based on the location of their allotted branch.
| Branch Location | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Metro / Urban Branches | ₹15,000 |
| Rural / Semi-Urban Branches | ₹12,300 |
The stipend consists of contributions from Indian Bank and the Government. Apprentices will not receive additional allowances or employment benefits applicable to regular bank employees.
The total apprenticeship training period is 12 months.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must satisfy the following educational requirements:
- Applicants must possess a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
- Equivalent qualifications recognised by the Central Government are also accepted.
- Graduation must have been completed between 01 April 2022 and 01 November 2026.
- The final result must have been declared on or before 01 November 2026.
- Candidates must provide valid documentation confirming their graduation result date.
NATS 2.0 Registration
Candidates must complete their registration on the NATS 2.0 Apprenticeship Portal before applying.
- The NATS profile must be 100% complete.
- Candidates must obtain and retain their NATS Enrolment ID.
- Eligible graduates must complete the registration requirements before submitting the Indian Bank application.
Official portal: https://nats.education.gov.in/
Experience Requirements
Candidates are not eligible if they:
- Have already undergone apprenticeship training in another organisation.
- Are currently undergoing apprenticeship training.
- Have one year or more of work experience after completing their educational qualification.
- Had a previous apprenticeship terminated midway due to their own fault.
Age Limit – Indian Bank Recruitment 2026
The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 28 years as on 01 November 2026.
| Details | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 November 2026 |
Age Relaxation
Applicable age relaxation is provided to eligible reserved categories.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 Years |
| Widows / Divorced / Legally Separated Women (General / EWS) | Up to 35 Years |
| Widows / Divorced / Legally Separated Women (OBC) | Up to 38 Years |
| Widows / Divorced / Legally Separated Women (SC / ST) | Up to 40 Years |
Candidates claiming age relaxation must produce the required supporting documents.
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the applicable application fee through the online payment facility.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹800 + GST |
| OBC | ₹800 + GST |
| EWS | ₹800 + GST |
| SC | ₹175 + GST |
| ST | ₹175 + GST |
| PwBD | ₹175 + GST |
The application fee is non-refundable.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 04 November 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 05 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 November 2026 |
| Online Examination | To Be Notified |
Candidates are advised to complete the application process before the closing date.
Selection Process
The selection process for Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 may include the following stages:
- Online Written Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
- Interview (if conducted by the bank)
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Assessment
Online Examination Pattern
The online examination will consist of 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks. The total examination duration will be 60 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Aptitude | 15 | 15 |
| Computer Knowledge | 10 | 10 |
| English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness (Banking Industry) | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The examination will be conducted in major regional languages as decided by the bank, except General English, which will be in English.
Local Language Proficiency Test
Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and understanding the local language of the State or Union Territory they select.
Candidates who have studied the relevant local language in Class 8, 10 or 12 and provide the required certificate or mark sheet may be exempted from the language test.
For Kerala candidates: Malayalam must be selected as the local language.
How to Apply for Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online by following these steps:
- Visit the official NATS 2.0 portal at https://nats.education.gov.in/.
- Complete the apprenticeship registration process.
- Ensure that your NATS profile is 100% complete.
- Generate and save your NATS Enrolment ID.
- Visit the Indian Bank official Careers page.
- Find the notification titled Engagement of Apprentices for FY 2026–27.
- Click the online application link.
- Select the State or Union Territory for which you wish to apply.
- Enter the required personal, educational and communication details.
- Select your preferred local language.
- Upload your photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration.
- Verify all the details entered in the application form.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the application and download or print the completed application form for future reference.
Candidates can apply for only one State or Union Territory.
Important Instructions
- Only online applications will be accepted.
- Candidates can select up to three preferred districts within the selected State or Union Territory.
- Multiple applications are not permitted.
- Incomplete applications may be rejected.
- The application fee once paid will not be refunded.
- Candidates must keep their registered email ID and mobile number active.
- Applicants must provide correct information and valid supporting documents.
- Candidates must produce original certificates during document verification.
- The bank reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process.
