Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026

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

Indian Bank has officially released the recruitment notification for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the Financial Year 2026–27. A total of 1,500 vacancies have been announced across various states and union territories in India.
Eligible and interested candidates canapply online through the official Indian Bank portal (www.indianbank.bank.in) and the NATS 2.0 portal (nats.education.gov.in). The online application window opens on 05 November 2026 and will close on 25 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
Complete post details, eligibility criteria, monthly stipend, selection process, and step-by-step application instructions are outlined below.

Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview

Attribute Details
Recruiting Organization Indian Bank
Post Name Apprentice (under Apprentices Act, 1961)
Total Vacancies 1,500 Posts
Training Duration 1 Year (12 Months)
Monthly Stipend ₹15,000/- (Metro/Urban branches) or ₹12,300/- (Rural/Semi-Urban branches) per month
Job Location Indian Bank Branches across 30 States and UTs
Application Mode Online
Official Website www.indianbank.bank.in

Important Dates & Schedule

  • Notification Release Date: 04 November 2026
  • Online Application Start Date: 05 November 2026
  • Last Date to Apply Online & Fee Payment: 25 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
  • Cut-off Date for Eligibility (Age & Qualification): 01 November 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

1. Educational Qualifications:

  • Candidates must possess a Graduate Degree (Bachelor’s Degree) in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
  • Graduation Timeline: Candidates must have passed their graduation on or after 01 April 2022 and not later than 01 November 2026 (both days inclusive) with final results declared on or before 01 November 2026.

2. Age Limit (As on 01 November 2026):

  • Age Range: 20 to 28 Years (Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.11.1998 and not later than 01.11.2006, both days inclusive).
  • Age Relaxations: Upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for PwBD categories as per government guidelines.

Application Fee

  • General / OBC / EWS: ₹800/- plus GST
  • SC / ST / PwBD: ₹175/- plus GST
  • Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

Selection Process

The multi-stage selection procedure comprises:
  1. Online Test: Objective type multiple-choice examination covering Reasoning, Numerical Ability, General/Financial Awareness, and English Language.
  2. Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT): Assessment to verify the candidate’s proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the specified local language of the respective state/region.
  3. Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination.

Step-by-Step: How to Apply Online

  1. Step 1: Ensure you have completed a 100% profile registration on the NATS 2.0 portal (nats.education.gov.in) before proceeding.
  2. Step 2: Visit the official Indian Bank website at www.indianbank.bank.in and navigate to the “Careers” section.
  3. Step 3: Click on the link for “Engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27” and select “Apply Online”.
  4. Step 4: Register using your active mobile number and email ID to generate login credentials.
  5. Step 5: Fill out the application form with your personal, academic, and state/district preference details.
  6. Step 6: Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
  7. Step 7: Pay the prescribed application fee through the online payment gateway.
  8. Step 8: Submit the application form before 25 November 2026 (11:59 PM) and print a hard copy of the final confirmation receipt.

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