Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026

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• For General/UR/OBC/EWS Candidate -800+GST/-

• For SC/ST/PwBD -175+GST/-

• The engagement will be in different States/Union Territories across India, according to the available training seats

Nationality / Citizenship

A candidate must be one of the following:

1.      Citizen of India.

2.      Subject of Nepal.

3.      Subject of Bhutan.

4.      Tibetan refugee who came to India before 01 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India.

5.      Person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.

Candidates belonging to categories 2–5 must possess an eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India.

Educational Qualification

• Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
• Equivalent qualifications recognized by the Central Government are also accepted.
• Graduation must have been completed on or after 01 April 2022 and on or before 01 November 2026.
• Final results must have been declared on or before 01 November 2026.
• Candidates must submit proper documentary proof from the Board/University confirming the result declaration date.

Age Limit

Age as on 01 November 2026

Date of Birth Criteria:

• Born not earlier than 02 November 1998.
• Born not later than 01 November 2006.
• Both dates are inclusive.

Age Relaxation

Additional age-relaxation instructions:

1.      Maximum age of 28 years applies to General and EWS candidates.

2.      SC/ST/OBC age relaxation can be combined with only one of the remaining applicable categories mentioned under PwBD and 1984 riots.

3.      Candidates seeking age relaxation must produce the required certificates in original/copies during the Interview and/or subsequent selection stages.

4.      OBC candidates must belong to the Non-Creamy Layer.

5.      OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificates must be issued on or after 01 April 2026.

6.      Ex-servicemen and disabled ex-servicemen are not eligible. No reservation is provided to them.

OBC Certificate Requirements

• The certificate must contain the Non-Creamy Layer clause.
• Candidates belonging to the OBC Creamy Layer must apply under the General category.
• A valid OBC certificate must comply with Government of India guidelines.

EWS Eligibility

• Family gross annual income must be below ₹8 lakh.
• Income includes salary, agriculture, business, profession and other sources.
• Income is considered for the financial year preceding the application year.

Candidates will not be considered EWS if their family possesses any of the following:

1.      Agricultural land of 5 acres or more.

2.      Residential flat of 1,000 sq. ft. or more.

3.      Residential plot of 100 sq. yards or more in notified municipalities.

4.      Residential plot of 200 sq. yards or more in areas other than notified municipalities.

Other conditions:

• Properties held by a family in different locations will be clubbed.
• An Income and Asset Certificate issued by a competent authority is required.
• The certificate must be based on FY 2025-26 income and valid for FY 2026-27.
• The certificate must be obtained on or before document verification.

For this purpose, family includes the applicant, parents, siblings below 18 years, spouse and children below 18 years.

PwBD Eligibility

The notification identifies the following disability categories:

• OC: Locomotor disability, including cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, muscular dystrophy and acid attack victims.
• VI: Blindness and low vision.
• HI: Deaf and hard of hearing.
• ID: Intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, specific learning disability and mental illness.
• Multiple Disabilities: Disabilities falling under the above categories.

A benchmark disability generally requires at least 40% of the specified disability.

Candidates claiming PwBD reservation must submit a disability certificate and UDID issued by a competent authority.

Temporary disability: Certificates categorized as "likely to improve" are not eligible for PwBD reservation. Progressive, non-progressive or not-likely-to-improve conditions are treated as equivalent to permanent disabilities.

Apprenticeship Experience Conditions

Candidates are not eligible if:

• They have already undergone apprenticeship training in another organization.
• They are currently pursuing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
• Their previous apprenticeship was terminated due to their own fault.
• They have already completed one year or more of job experience after completing their educational qualification.

Selection Process / Recruitment Process

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1.      Registration on NATS 2.0 Portal.

2.      Online Objective Examination.

3.      Interview, if conducted by the Bank.

4.      Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT).

5.      Preparation of State/UT-wise and category-wise merit list.

6.      Document verification and medical fitness.

7.      Digital Apprenticeship Contract.

NATS 2.0 Registration

All eligible candidates must register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS 2.0) portal before applying to Indian Bank.

• Portal: https://nats.education.gov.in
• Applicable to candidates who passed graduation on or after 01 April 2022.
• Candidates must complete 100% of their NATS profile.
• Candidates should save their NATS Enrolment ID for future correspondence.

Online Examination Pattern

• Examination Type: Objective Multiple Choice.
• Total Questions: 100.
• Maximum Marks: 100.
• Composite Duration: 60 Minutes.
• Examination Mode: Online.

Examination Language:

The test will be conducted in major regional languages as decided by the Bank, except General English, which will be conducted in English.

Qualifying Marks and Merit List

• Candidates must secure the minimum aggregate percentage marks decided by the Bank.
• SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates receive 5% relaxation in the minimum aggregate percentage.
• No minimum qualifying marks are prescribed for individual subjects/sections.
• State/UT-wise and category-wise merit lists will be prepared.
• Candidates will be ranked according to aggregate marks in descending order.
• In case of equal cutoff marks, older candidates will receive a higher position.
• Marks obtained in different examination sessions, if conducted, will be normalized using the equi-percentile method.
• A State/UT-wise and category-wise waiting list will also be prepared.

Interview

The Bank may conduct an interview or may decide to dispense with it. The decision is at the discretion of the Bank.

Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)

Candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking and understanding one specified/opted local language of the State/UT for which they apply.

LLPT Instructions:

• Candidates must select one language during online application.
• The language test will be conducted after qualifying the online examination.
• Candidates who fail the language test will not be engaged.
• Candidates who submit an 8th, 10th or 12th standard marksheet/certificate proving they studied the specified local language will be exempted from LLPT.
• The language test will be conducted at a centre decided by the Bank within the applied State/UT.
• Candidates must bear their own travel expenses.

Reservation

Reservation guidelines of the Government of India will apply to SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates.

Document Verification and Medical Fitness

• Candidates must submit the required eligibility and category documents.
• Engagement is subject to medical fitness.
• Medical fitness may be certified by the Bank's qualified medical practitioner or through a medical certificate from a qualified doctor, as decided by the Bank.

Contract

Candidates selected on merit will receive a digital Apprenticeship Contract through NATS 2.0 Portal.

Pay Scale / Salary Details

The notification provides a monthly stipend rather than a regular employee salary.

Additional stipend conditions:

• Apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances or benefits.
• The stipend is payable during the apprenticeship training period, subject to applicable conditions.

How to Apply Step By Step

Application Mode: Online

Candidates should complete the application process through the official Indian Bank website and the NATS 2.0 portal. Follow the steps below:

1. Register on NATS 2.0: Visit nats.education.gov.in and complete student registration. Note your NATS Enrolment ID.

2. Visit Indian Bank Website: Open Indian Bank – Careers and select Engagement of Apprentices for FY 2026-27.

3. New Registration: Click “Click here for New Registration” and enter your name, contact details and email ID.

4. Save Registration Details: A provisional registration number and password will be generated. Save them for future login.

5. Fill Application Form: Enter your personal details, educational qualifications, category and other required information.

6. Upload Documents: Upload your photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration in the prescribed format. Complete the live photograph capture as instructed.

7. Verify Application: Click “Save & Next” and then “Preview”. Check all details carefully.

8. Complete Registration: After verifying the details, click “Complete Registration”.

9. Pay Application Fee: Pay online using Debit Card, Credit Card or Internet Banking.

·         SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175 + GST

·         All Other Candidates: ₹800 + GST

10. Print Application Form: After successful payment, download and print the application form and e-Receipt for future reference.

Important Dates

Documents Required (Short Details)

1.      10th Marksheet / Certificate.

2.      Graduation Marksheet & Degree Certificate.

3.      Aadhaar Card / Valid Photo ID Proof.

4.      Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC), if applicable.

5.      EWS Certificate, if applicable.

6.      PwBD Certificate / UDID Card, if applicable.

7.      Local Language Certificate / Marksheet (if applicable).

8.      Passport Size Photograph.

9.      Signature.

10. Left Thumb Impression.

11. Handwritten Declaration.

12. NATS 2.0 Registration ID.

13. Examination Call Letter (at exam time).

14. Original Photo ID & Photocopy.

important instruction

Important Instructions

1.      Candidates must register on the NATS 2.0 Portal before applying.

2.      Apply online only through the official Indian Bank website.

3.      Application dates: 05 November to 25 November 2026.

4.      Graduation must be completed on or after 01 April 2022.

5.      Candidates must fulfil the prescribed age and educational eligibility.

6.      Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression and handwritten declaration in the prescribed format.

7.      Keep a valid email ID and mobile number active.

8.      Carry the examination call letter and original photo ID to the exam centre.

9.      Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) is applicable unless exempted as per notification.

10. Apprenticeship training is for 12 months and does not guarantee permanent employment.

11. Application fee is non-refundable.

12. Read the official notification carefully before submitting the application.

PwBD / Scribe Facilities and Compensatory Time

The notification provides the following facilities:

Scribe conditions:

• Candidates must arrange their own scribe at their own expense.
• Scribe qualification must be one step below the candidate's qualification.
• The scribe must belong to a different academic stream.
• The scribe must not be a candidate in this recruitment.
• Candidates must indicate the scribe requirement in the online application.
• Required medical certificates and undertakings must be submitted.
• Compensatory time is available only to candidates who register for it during online registration.
• If the scribe independently answers questions, the examination may be terminated and both candidates may face cancellation/debarment.

Examination Centres

The notification provides the following tentative examination centres in Annexure I.

Examination Centre Instructions:

• The above list is indicative and subject to change.
• The Bank may allot a different examination centre from the candidate's preference.
• Requests for changing examination centres will not be entertained.
• Candidates must attend the examination at their own risk and expense.
• The Bank may cancel or add examination centres or make alternative arrangements.

Biometric Data Verification

The Bank will capture and verify candidates' biometric data and photographs.

Verification will take place:

1.      Before the online examination/document verification/interview.

2.      At the end of the online examination or before leaving the verification/interview hall.

3.      At the time of joining the Bank.

Additional instructions:

• Candidates must keep their fingers clean and dry.
• Mehndi, ink or other coatings must be removed before biometric verification.
• Injured or damaged fingers must be reported to the examination authority immediately.
• Refusal to participate in biometric verification may result in cancellation of candidature.
• The biometric verification authority's decision will be final.

Important General Instructions

1.      Candidates must ensure that they satisfy all eligibility requirements before applying.

2.      All information entered in the application form will be treated as final.

3.      No changes will be permitted after final submission.

4.      Multiple applications are not permitted. Only the latest valid completed application will be retained, and fees paid for other applications will be forfeited.

5.      Multiple attendance or appearances in the examination will lead to cancellation.

6.      Application fees are non-refundable.

7.      Unruly behaviour or misconduct in the examination may result in disqualification.

8.      Canvassing or attempting to influence the selection process will lead to disqualification.

9.      Incorrect information, false documents or suppression of facts can result in cancellation at any stage.

10. The Bank may terminate apprenticeship if such irregularities are discovered even after engagement.

11. The Bank's decision regarding eligibility, selection and document verification will be final.

12. Candidates must regularly check the Bank's website and registered email.

13. Call letters will be provided through email or the specified recruitment websites. No hard copy will be sent by post/courier.

14. The Bank reserves the right to modify examination criteria, selection methods and the recruitment process.

15. The Bank reserves the right to cancel the engagement process at any stage.

16. Candidates must not carry mobile phones or similar electronic communication devices into the examination/interview hall.

17. Unfair means, impersonation or sharing examination content may result in disqualification, debarment or criminal prosecution.

18. If the English version differs from another language version, the English version available on the Bank's website will prevail.

19. The Bank's decisions regarding this engagement will be final and binding.

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