Vacancies: 1500 · Posts: 1 designation · Type: Public Sector Bank · Apprenticeship (12 months) · Mode: Online · Fee: ₹800 + GST (Gen/OBC/EWS) / ₹175 + GST (SC/ST/PwBD) · Apply: 5 to 25 November 2026 · Stipend: ₹12,300–₹15,000/month · Selection: Online Test + LLPT · Location: All-India (State/UT-wise)
Indian Bank, a leading Public Sector Bank with headquarters in Chennai, invites online applications from eligible candidates for the engagement of 1500 apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for F.Y. 2026-27. The official notice PDF is dated 4 November 2026. Online registration opens on 5 November 2026 and closes on 25 November 2026.
Indian Bank Apprentice Bharti 2026 covers 1500 training seats across States and Union Territories. Candidates must first complete their profile on the NATS 2.0 portal before applying on the Bank’s careers page. The engagement is for 12 months of on-the-job training; the apprentice has no right to claim employment in the Bank after completion.
Applications are accepted online only. Check the Indian Bank careers page for the apply link once it opens on 5 November 2026.
⚠️ Application Alerts: check these before you submit the form.
- Register on NATS 2.0 (www.nats.education.gov.in) and complete your profile 100% before the Bank application; only those who passed graduation on or after 1 April 2022 are eligible for this step.
- Apply for only one State/UT. Multiple applications mean only the latest completed one is retained, and fees for others are forfeited.
- Graduation result must have been declared on or before 1 November 2026; the document proving this is required.
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate must be issued on or after 1 April 2026.
- No prior apprenticeship training and no job experience of 1 year or more after graduation.
- 🎯 PwBD reservation is horizontal (VI 12, HI 12, OH 13, ID 11); selected candidates are placed in their vertical category. Temporary disability certificates marked “likely to improve” are not eligible for reservation benefits.
📋 Official Source Chain: where the facts in this article were confirmed.
- Official notice: FINAL UPDATED ADVERTISEMENT FOR ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICES FOR FY 2026-27, dated 4 November 2026 — Indian Bank Apprentice Notice 2026 (PDF)
- Official application route: NATS 2.0 portal first, then Indian Bank careers page / NATS portal for Engagement of Apprentices in Indian Bank – 2026
- Official updates page: Indian Bank Careers
- Last checked: 4 November 2026, 11:12 AM IST
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Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)
- Graduate (any discipline from a recognised University or equivalent recognised by the Central Government), passed on or after 1 April 2022 and not later than 1 November 2026, with final result declared on or before 1 November 2026 → Apprentice – 1500 seats. Age 20–28 years as on 1 November 2026 (relaxations apply). Must complete NATS 2.0 registration first. No prior apprenticeship or ≥1 year of post-graduation job experience.
This is a quick route finder — check the detailed eligibility below before applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 4 November 2026 |
| Application Start | 5 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 November 2026 |
| Admit Card / Call Letter | To be announced |
| Online Test Date | To be announced |
Quick Overview – Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: Indian Bank (Indian Bank)
- Sector: Public Sector Bank
- Recruitment / Exam Name: Engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for F.Y. 2026-27
- Notification / Advertisement No.: FINAL UPDATED ADVERTISEMENT FOR ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICES FOR FY 2026-27
- Post(s): Apprentice
- Total training seats: 1500 (1 designation)
- Job Location: All-India, State/UT-wise (districts in Annexure-III)
- Job Type / Nature: Public Sector Bank · Apprenticeship (12 months)
- Selection Basis: Online Test + Local Language Proficiency Test
- Stipend: ₹15,000 per month (Metro/Urban) or ₹12,300 per month (Rural/Semi-Urban)
- Training Duration: 12 months of on-the-job training
- Apply Between: 5 November 2026 to 25 November 2026
- Apply Online: Check on the official portal (opens 5 November 2026)
- Notification PDF: Indian Bank Apprentice Notice 2026 (PDF)
- Official Portal: Indian Bank Careers
What Posts Are Available? – Indian Bank Apprentice Vacancy 2026
The notice advertises 1500 tentative training seats for Apprentice, distributed State/UT-wise. The number of vacancies and reserved vacancies are provisional and may vary according to the Bank’s actual requirement.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (UR) | Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | 1500 | 20–28 years (as on 1 November 2026) | ₹12,300–₹15,000 per month |
Category-wise Vacancies
Reservation for PwBD is on a horizontal basis. Selected PwBD candidates are placed in the appropriate vertical category (SC/ST/OBC/UR) to which they belong.
| State / UT | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total | VI | HI | OH | ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 13 | 5 | 22 | 8 | 37 | 85 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assam | 2 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 14 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Bihar | 12 | 0 | 21 | 8 | 39 | 80 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Chandigarh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chhattisgarh | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Goa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gujarat | 2 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 16 | 35 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Haryana | 6 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 15 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jharkhand | 7 | 15 | 7 | 6 | 25 | 60 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Karnataka | 5 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 16 | 35 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kerala | 4 | 0 | 11 | 4 | 25 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 9 | 13 | 9 | 6 | 28 | 65 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Maharashtra | 7 | 6 | 18 | 7 | 32 | 70 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Manipur | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Meghalaya | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nagaland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| NCT of Delhi | 4 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 15 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Odisha | 6 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 18 | 42 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Puducherry | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Punjab | 13 | 0 | 9 | 4 | 19 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Rajasthan | 6 | 5 | 8 | 4 | 17 | 40 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tamil Nadu | 51 | 2 | 72 | 27 | 118 | 270 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Telangana | 7 | 3 | 12 | 4 | 20 | 46 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tripura | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 59 | 2 | 76 | 28 | 120 | 285 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Uttarakhand | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 13 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| West Bengal | 33 | 7 | 31 | 14 | 60 | 145 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Total | 252 | 82 | 348 | 142 | 676 | 1500 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 11 |
State/UT and District-wise Vacancies
Annexure-III lists the districts where vacancies for training may be filled under each State/UT. The State-wise totals match the table above. Candidates choose one State/UT and up to three preferred districts within it; final allotment is at the Bank’s discretion based on vacancies.
The full district lists run across pages 30–44 of the notice. Examples include Andhra Pradesh (26 districts, 85 seats), Tamil Nadu (multiple districts, 270 seats), Uttar Pradesh (multiple districts, 285 seats) and West Bengal (multiple districts, 145 seats). Candidates should refer to the official PDF for the complete district list of their chosen State/UT.
Who Is Eligible for Indian Bank Apprentice 2026? – Education, Age & Domicile
Nationality, Domicile & Basic Requirements
- Nationality: A candidate must be a Citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan Refugee who came over to India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India, provided a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India where required.
- Domicile / local condition: Not specified in the notice. Candidates apply for one State/UT and may get first preference in the merit list for their resident district as on the date of application.
Educational Qualification
- Apprentice: Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised University or any equivalent qualifications recognised as such by the Central Government. Candidates must have passed their Graduation on or after 1 April 2022 and not later than 1 November 2026 (both days inclusive). The final result should have been declared on or before 1 November 2026, and proper documents from the Board/University declaring the result on or before 1 November 2026 must be submitted.
- Qualification must be held by 1 November 2026.
What Is the Age Limit? (as on 1 November 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 20 | 28 | — |
| OBC (NCL) | 20 | 31 | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 20 | 33 | 5 years |
| PwBD | 20 | 38 | 10 years |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 20 | 33 | 5 years |
| Widows / divorced women/women legally separated (not remarried) | 20 | 35 (Gen/EWS) / 38 (OBC) / 40 (SC/ST) | Concession as printed |
The maximum age specified applies to General and EWS candidates. Relaxation in the upper age limit for SC/ST/OBC candidates is allowed on a cumulative basis with only one of the remaining categories (PwBD or 1984 riots).
Examples:
- ✅ A 28-year-old UR candidate born on 1 November 1998 — eligible (as on 1 November 2026).
- ❌ A 29-year-old UR candidate born on 1 November 1997 — not eligible (one full year over the limit).
Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.
Reservation & PwBD Suitability
- Reservation: Guidelines as laid down by the GOI from time to time for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD etc. shall be followed. PwBD is horizontal.
- PwBD: The post is identified as suitable for persons under categories of disabilities as defined in the Schedule of the RPWD Act, 2016. Benchmark disability means not less than 40% of a specified disability. Candidates must submit a disability certificate/UDID issued by a Competent Authority dated on or before the last date of registration. Temporary disability certificates categorised as “likely to improve” are not eligible for reservation benefits.
What Is the Stipend? – Monthly Stipend
| Branches | Total Stipend per month | Out of which, maximum Bank component | Out of which, maximum Govt. component |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro / Urban Branches | ₹15,000 | ₹8,850 | ₹6,150 |
| Rural / Semi Urban Branches | ₹12,300 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
The apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances/benefits.
What Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Application Fee | Other Printed Charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹800 | plus GST | ₹800 + GST |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 | plus GST | ₹175 + GST |
Payment mode: Online only (Debit/Credit card or Internet Banking) from 5 November 2026 to 25 November 2026. Bank transaction charges are borne by the candidate. Fees are non-refundable.
How to Apply? (Step-by-Step)
The Indian Bank Apprentice online form 2026 is filled at the Bank’s careers page / NATS portal from 5 November 2026 to 25 November 2026.
Step 0: Register on NATS 2.0 Portal
All eligible candidates need to register on the apprenticeship portal (NATS 2.0 Portal) – www.nats.education.gov.in before applying for an apprenticeship in the Bank (only for candidates who have passed their graduation examination on or after 1 April 2022). Complete the profile 100%. Note the Enrolment ID. The student manual is available on the portal.
- Open the Bank’s website www.indianbank.bank.in (careers page) and/or https://www.nats.education.gov.in and click on Engagement of Apprentices in Indian Bank – 2026 (opens 5 November 2026).
- Click “Click here for New Registration”, enter name, contact details and email ID. Note the Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Fill the form carefully (name as in certificates). Save and preview. Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration as per Annexure-II specifications.
- Validate details, complete registration, then proceed to payment.
- Pay the fee online. Wait for the e-Receipt. Take a printout of the application and e-Receipt. Do not send the printout to the Bank.
- An incomplete application (no proper photo/signature or unsuccessful fee payment) will be rejected.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without a 100% complete NATS 2.0 profile.
- Submitting more than one application (only the latest completed one is retained).
- Uploading a photo, signature, thumb impression or declaration that does not match the exact size, format and content rules in Annexure-II (signature not in capital letters; declaration must be in the candidate’s handwriting in English).
- Missing the 1 November 2026 result-declaration document.
- Waiting until the last day; heavy load can prevent submission.
What Can Get Your Application Rejected?
| Rule | What the notice says | Clause |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple applications | Only the latest valid (completed) application is retained; fees for others forfeited | p2 |
| Incomplete application | Without a proper, visible passport-size photograph and signature / unsuccessful fee payment not considered valid and stands rejected | p17 |
| Prior apprenticeship or experience | Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training or have job experience for a period of 01 year or more after completion of educational qualifications shall not be eligible | p9 |
| Failure in LLPT | Candidates who fail to qualify this test will not be engaged as apprentices (unless 8th/10th/12th studied the language) | p11 |
| False information | Candidature cancelled if incorrect/false information or suppressed material fact(s) detected | p18, p22 |
| Not reporting for training | Contract terminated if apprentice does not report at the Bank’s Training venue / Bank Branch on the date of commencement | p12 |
| Misconduct | Bank has the right to terminate the Contract after giving 7 days’ notice period | p12, p13 |
| Unfair means/impersonation/mobile | Disqualified, debarred, contract terminated | p21–p22 |
| Scribe issues | Candidature of both cancelled if scribe answers independently or does not meet criteria | p6–p7 |
| Biometric refusal/mismatch | May lead to cancellation of candidature | p20–p21 |
इंडियन बैंक अप्रेंटिस भर्ती 2026 – 1500 पद
इंडियन बैंक, चेन्नई मुख्यालय वाला एक प्रमुख सार्वजनिक क्षेत्र का बैंक, अप्रेंटिस अधिनियम, 1961 के तहत वित्तीय वर्ष 2026-27 के लिए 1500 अप्रेंटिसों की एंगेजमेंट के लिए ऑनलाइन आवेदन आमंत्रित करता है। आधिकारिक नोटिस 4 नवंबर 2026 का है। ऑनलाइन रजिस्ट्रेशन 5 नवंबर 2026 से 25 नवंबर 2026 तक खुला रहेगा।
अंतिम तिथि कब है? 5 नवंबर 2026 से आवेदन शुरू होंगे और 25 नवंबर 2026 अंतिम तिथि है। NATS 2.0 पोर्टल पर पहले प्रोफाइल पूरा करना जरूरी है।
कौन आवेदन कर सकता है? किसी भी विषय में स्नातक (1 अप्रैल 2022 या उसके बाद और 1 नवंबर 2026 तक पास, रिजल्ट 1 नवंबर 2026 तक घोषित)। उम्र 1 नवंबर 2026 को 20 से 28 वर्ष (छूट लागू)। पहले कोई अप्रेंटिसशिप या स्नातक के बाद 1 साल या ज्यादा जॉब एक्सपीरियंस नहीं होना चाहिए।
आवेदन कैसे करें? पहले www.nats.education.gov.in पर रजिस्टर करें और प्रोफाइल 100% पूरा करें। फिर इंडियन बैंक की करियर पेज पर जाकर फॉर्म भरें और फीस जमा करें। केवल ऑनलाइन मोड।
वेतन और चयन कैसे होगा? मेट्रो/अर्बन में ₹15,000 और रूरल/सेमी-अर्बन में ₹12,300 प्रति माह स्टाइपेंड। चयन ऑनलाइन टेस्ट (100 अंक, 60 मिनट) और लोकल लैंग्वेज प्रोफिशिएंसी टेस्ट से होगा। प्रशिक्षण 12 महीने का है। पूरा होने के बाद बैंक में नौकरी का कोई अधिकार नहीं।
आधिकारिक वेबसाइट: indianbank.bank.in
How Are Candidates Selected?
- Online Test (Objective multiple-choice type).
- Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT), conducted after qualifying the online test.
- Interview at the discretion of the Bank (may be conducted or dispensed with).
Merit list is drawn State/UT-wise and category-wise. Candidates are ranked by aggregate marks in descending order. In case of a tie at the cut-off, older candidates are ranked higher. A wait list is also drawn. Normalisation by equi-percentile method if multiple sessions. Minimum qualifying marks on aggregate are as decided by the Bank (5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD); no sectional cut-offs.
Tie-break (as printed): Ranked according to their age in descending order in respective States/UTs and category.
Candidates who produce 8th, 10th or 12th standard mark sheet/certificate evidencing having studied the specified/opted local language of that State/UT will not be required to undergo the language test. LLPT is at the candidate’s own expense.
What Is the Exam Pattern?
| Paper / Section | Questions | Marks | Duration | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Aptitude | 15 | 15 | Composite time of 60 minutes | Merit |
| Computer Knowledge | 10 | 10 | Composite time of 60 minutes | Merit |
| English Language | 25 | 25 | Composite time of 60 minutes | Merit |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | Composite time of 60 minutes | Merit |
| General Awareness with Special Reference to Banking Industry | 25 | 25 | Composite time of 60 minutes | Merit |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The Test will be conducted in major regional languages (as may be decided by the Bank) except General English, which will be in English.
Negative marking: Not mentioned in the notice.
Where Is the Exam Held?
The Test will be conducted in venues across various centres in India. The tentative list of Centres for the test is available in Annexure-I. The Bank reserves the right to allot the candidate to any centre other than the one opted for. No request for change of centre shall be entertained. Candidates appear at their own risk and expenses.
| State / UT | Exam Centres (every city printed) |
|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar | Port Blair |
| Andhra Pradesh | Vijayawada/Guntur, Visakhapatnam, Kurnool, Vizianagaram |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Naharlagun |
| Assam | Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Tezpur, Silchar |
| Bihar | Patna, Purnea, Darbhanga, Arrah, Muzaffarpur |
| Chandigarh | Mohali |
| Chhattisgarh | Raipur, Bilaspur, Bhilai/Bhilai Nagar |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli / Daman & Diu | Surat/Bardoli |
| Delhi/NCR | Delhi/NCR, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida |
| Goa | Mapusa |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Anand/Vadodara, Rajkot |
| Haryana | Ambala, Gurgaon, Faridabad, Kurukshetra |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hamirpur, Mandi, Kangra, Shimla, Bilaspur |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Jammu, Srinagar, Samba |
| Jharkhand | Ranchi, Dhanbad, Bokaro Steel City, Jamshedpur |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru, Hubballi (Hubli)/Dharwad, Mysuru (Mysore), Mangaluru (Mangalore) |
| Kerala | Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kannur, Kozhikode, Thrissur |
| Lakshadweep | Kavaratti |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Ujjain, Indore, Gwalior, Satna, Jabalpur |
| Maharashtra | Chatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Mumbai/Navi Mumbai/Thane/MMR Region, Nagpur, Pune, Nashik, Jalgaon, Amravati, Ahilyanagar, Dhule |
| Manipur | Imphal, Churachandpur |
| Meghalaya | Shillong |
| Mizoram | Aizawl |
| Nagaland | Kohima, Dimapur |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar, Sambalpur, Berhampur-Ganjam, Cuttack, Rourkela |
| Puducherry | Puducherry |
| Punjab | Amritsar, Mohali, Patiala, Jalandhar, Bathinda, Phagwara |
| Rajasthan | Jaipur, Udaipur, Sikar, Kota, Bikaner, Ajmer |
| Sikkim | Gangtok |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Madurai, Tirunelveli, Salem, Tiruchirappalli, Vellore, Coimbatore, Virudhunagar, Thanjavur |
| Telangana | Hyderabad, Khammam, Karimnagar, Warangal |
| Tripura | Agartala |
| Uttar Pradesh | Prayagraj, Lucknow, Meerut, Kanpur, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gorakhpur |
| Uttarakhand | Dehradun, Roorkee, Haldwani |
| West Bengal | Kolkata, Siliguri, Asansol, Kalyani, Durgapur, Burdwan |
List is only indicative and is subject to change.
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The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst's Take – Is This Apprenticeship for You?
This is a 12-month on-the-job training engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961, not a regular bank job. With 1500 seats spread across 30 States/UTs, the largest pools are in Uttar Pradesh (285), Tamil Nadu (270) and West Bengal (145). The online test is 100 marks in 60 minutes with no sectional cut-offs printed; merit is purely on aggregate, and a 5% relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD. A candidate who already has one year of job experience after graduation or has done an apprenticeship earlier is barred, so this is aimed strictly at fresh graduates.
Best fit: Fresh graduates (result declared on or before 1 November 2026) who want structured bank-branch exposure and can complete NATS registration quickly.
Skip this if you already have post-graduation job experience of one year or more, or if you need a permanent post with career progression right after training.
Practical tip: Complete the NATS 2.0 profile to 100% and note your Enrolment ID before 5 November 2026, because the Bank form will not accept incomplete profiles.
What makes this recruitment different: the dual-component stipend (Bank + Government share) and the explicit statement that the apprentice has no right to claim employment and the Bank has no obligation to offer regular or contractual employment after training.
What Documents Are Required?
At Application
- Photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration as per Annexure-II specifications (sizes, formats and content rules printed).
- Scanned copies as required during online form filling.
- Valid personal email ID and mobile number kept active throughout the process.
At Document Verification / Joining
- Original and photocopies of educational certificates and mark sheets, including document from Board/University proving result declared on or before 1 November 2026.
- Caste/category certificate in prescribed format (OBC NCL issued on or after 1 April 2026).
- Disability certificate/UDID for PwBD candidates (dated on or before the last date of registration).
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate based on gross annual income for FY 2025-26 and valid for FY 2026-27.
- Photo identity proof as listed (PAN, Passport, Driving Licence, Voter’s Card, Aadhaar, etc.; Ration Card and Learner’s Licence not accepted).
- Call letter and other documents as required at test/verification.
⚠️ Document Alert Specific to This Recruitment
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate must be issued on or after 1 April 2026.
- Graduation result-declaration document dated on or before 1 November 2026 is mandatory.
- Handwritten declaration must be in the candidate’s own handwriting in English (not capital letters); otherwise the application is invalid.
What Are the Apprenticeship Terms & Conditions?
- Training duration is 12 months of on-the-job training.
- The apprentice shall have no right to claim employment in the Bank after completion of the training. The Bank does not have any obligation to offer regular/contractual employment.
- The apprentice is entitled to holidays observed in the Bank and one Casual Leave on completion of one month; no other leave. Maximum 4 casual leaves at a time. More than 338 paid days are required for Certificate of Proficiency.
- Daily hours of training as applicable to Customer Service Associate / normal working hours of the Bank. No overtime.
- Contract can be terminated by the Bank for misconduct after 7 days’ notice. Automatic termination on expiry of 12 months; normally not extended.
- If apprentice leaves midway, termination cost of one month’s stipend (including BOAT-SR component) is payable.
- Every apprentice is a trainee and not a worker; labour laws do not apply. Bank is exempted from EPF and ESI contribution.
- Selected apprentices are offered engagement digitally through the NATS 2.0 Portal.
What Happens After Selection?
- Merit list and wait list drawn State/UT-wise and category-wise.
- Offer of engagement digitally through the NATS 2.0 Portal.
- Medical fitness as declared by the Bank’s Medical Practitioner or certificate from a qualified Doctor.
- Reporting at the allotted training venue/branch on the commencement date (non-reporting terminates the contract).
- On-the-job training for 12 months, followed by assessment and Certificate of Proficiency issued by BOAT(SR) on successful completion.
✅ Confirmed: digital offer via NATS, medical fitness, 12-month training, COP on completion. ❓ Not specified: exact joining dates and training venues (allotted later).
General Instructions & Important Rules
- Bank reserves the right to change criteria, structure of examination, method of selection or cancel the process entirely at any stage; revisions will be hosted on the Bank’s website only.
- Any dispute arising out of this advertisement is subject to the jurisdiction of the Courts in Chennai.
- English version of the advertisement prevails in case of any dispute on interpretation.
- Online applications once registered cannot be withdrawn and fees are non-refundable.
- Candidates must keep email and mobile active; Bank is not responsible for non-receipt of communications.
- Biometric data and photograph will be captured and verified at the exam, document verification and joining.
Contact & Helpline
The 4 November 2026 advertisement does not print a recruitment helpline or email. Check the Indian Bank Careers page for updates.
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Important Links – Indian Bank Apprentice Notification 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Check on Official Portal (opens 5 November 2026) |
| Notification PDF | Indian Bank Apprentice Notice 2026 (PDF) |
| Official Recruitment Page | Indian Bank Careers |
| NATS 2.0 Portal | NATS 2.0 |
FAQs – Indian Bank Apprentice 2026
What is the last date to apply for Indian Bank Apprentice 2026?
25 November 2026. Online registration, edit/modification and fee payment run from 5 November 2026 to 25 November 2026. No extension has been announced as of 4 November 2026.
What is the age limit for Indian Bank Apprentice?
20 to 28 years as of 1 November 2026 for UR/EWS. SC/ST get 5 years, OBC (NCL) 3 years, PwBD 10 years. Age is calculated as on 1 November 2026.
Is there an exam for Indian Bank Apprentice, or is it interview-based?
Yes — an online objective test (100 marks, 60 minutes) followed by a Local Language Proficiency Test. An interview is at the Bank’s discretion and may be dispensed with.
What is the stipend for Apprentice posts in this recruitment?
₹15,000 per month in Metro/Urban branches and ₹12,300 per month in Rural/Semi-Urban branches. No other allowances or benefits.
Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?
No — the final result must have been declared on or before 1 November 2026, and a proper document from the Board/University proving this must be submitted.
Is this Apprentice post a permanent government job?
No — a 12-month training engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961, not a permanent post. The apprentice has no right to claim employment, and the Bank has no obligation to offer regular or contractual employment after training.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes. The recruitment is open across India on a State/UT-wise basis. A candidate can apply for only one State/UT.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
In branches of the chosen State/UT, preferably in or near the resident district or preferred districts. Final allotment is at the Bank’s discretion based on vacancies. No choice of first posting is guaranteed.
Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check
- You understand this is a 12-month training engagement with no automatic job afterwards.
- You meet the conditions that decide this recruitment: graduation passed on or after 1 April 2022 and not later than 1 November 2026, with result declared on or before 1 November 2026, and age 20–28 as on 1 November 2026.
- You have completed the NATS 2.0 registration that the notice requires.
- You accept the stipend and its printed conditions (no other allowances).
📄 Primary source: FINAL UPDATED ADVERTISEMENT FOR ENGAGEMENT OF APPRENTICES FOR FY 2026-27, Indian Bank, dated 4 November 2026 (linked under Important Links). The recruitment facts above come from that notice; tips and estimates are labelled where they appear.
