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| Recruiting authority | The Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd (APCOB) |
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| Last successful check | 14 Nov 2026 |
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| Last date | 11 Aug 2026 |
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- Updated August 08, 2026 03:57 PM
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- Applications closed on 11 August 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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- Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd (APCOB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for the Financial Year 2026-27. A total of 25 tentative training seats have been announced for Agriculture, Information Technology, Legal, and General specializations.
- Candidates aged 20 to 28 years who have completed the required Bachelor’s degree qualification in the relevant specialization and meet the other eligibility conditions are eligible to apply for these APCOB Apprentice vacancies. The online application process for APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has started on 02.08.2026 and will remain open until 11.08.2026.
- Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
- Official Notification PDF APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Apply Online For APCOB Apprentice
- Official Website
APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Quick Overview
APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
APCOB Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Details
- APCOB has notified 25 tentative training seats for Apprentices. The category-wise vacancy break-up is as follows:
- Abbreviations: OC – Open Competition; BC – Backward Classes; SC – Scheduled Caste (Group-I, II & III); ST – Scheduled Tribe; EWS – Economically Weaker Sections.
APCOB Apprentice Specialization-wise Vacancy Break-up
- Out of the 25 posts, the specialization-wise distribution is as follows:
APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must meet the educational qualification, age, and other eligibility conditions specified below before applying for the APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
APCOB Apprentice Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have completed graduation and hold a valid passing certificate.
- Candidates must be proficient in Telugu and English (reading and writing).
- All eligibility conditions (age, qualification, etc.) are computed as on 01.08.2026.
APCOB Apprentice Age Limit 2026
APCOB Apprentice Age Relaxation
Other Eligibility Conditions
- The candidate must not have undergone apprenticeship in any other organization, terminated an apprenticeship midway, or be currently pursuing apprenticeship training in any other bank/organization/company/firm under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
- Candidates with one or more years of training or job experience after completing their educational qualification are not eligible.
- Candidates must have a 100% complete profile on the NATS apprenticeship portal to be eligible to apply.
- Engagement is subject to the candidate being declared medically fit as per the Bank's requirement.
- Candidates who do not hold a 10th or 12th standard mark sheet showing the specified local language must clear a local language test conducted during Document Verification.
APCOB Apprentice Salary and Stipend Structure 2026
- Apprentices selected under this notification will receive a monthly stipend as detailed below:
- The Bank pays the stipend to the apprentice every month after deducting the Government's share, which is paid directly to the apprentice via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) as per Apprenticeship rules.
- Apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances or benefits.
- Apprentices are not treated as "employees" of the Bank and are not entitled to employee benefits.
APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Selection to the APCOB Apprentice program is based on a merit list prepared from academic marks, followed by document verification. The selection process includes:
- Registration on the NATS 2.0 portal (www.nats.education.gov.in) with a 100% complete profile.
- Online application submission via the APCOB website between 02.08.2026 and 11.08.2026.
- Scrutiny of applications received on or before the last date by a Committee appointed by the Bank.
- Preparation of a merit list in descending order based on marks/percentage obtained in SSC, 12th (HSC/10+2), and Graduation. In case of a tie in percentage, candidates are ranked according to age in descending order (older candidates ranked higher).
- Document Verification (DV) at the APCOB Head Office in Vijayawada for shortlisted candidates.
- Final engagement subject to satisfactory verification of character, antecedents, and caste validity certificates (wherever applicable).
- Selected candidates receive communication for Document Verification and, upon final selection, an email communication from APCOB.
Weightage of Marks for Qualification
- Note: Mere eligibility does not guarantee selection or vest any right to engagement. APCOB reserves the right to change or modify the selection/engagement criteria if necessary.
APCOB Apprentice Required Documents
- Based on the notification, candidates should be ready with the following documents at the time of Document Verification:
- SSC, 12th (HSC/10+2), and Graduation mark sheets and passing certificates
- Proof of local language study (10th or 12th standard mark sheet/certificate), where applicable
- Caste validity certificate (wherever applicable)
- BC Certificate showing creamy layer status, issued between 01.04.2026 and the date of appointment (for BC category candidates)
- Income and Asset Certificate issued on or after 01.04.2026, in the prescribed format, for EWS category candidates
- Certificate for age relaxation, if claiming relaxation under SC/ST, BC (Non-Creamy Layer), or PwBD category
- Medical fitness certificate/certification as required by the Bank
- The notification does not provide an exhaustive checklist of all identity or address proof documents; candidates should refer to the official notification and any further instructions issued by APCOB before Document Verification.
How to Apply Online for APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- Follow these steps to apply for the APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the apprenticeship portal (NATS 2.0) at www.nats.education.gov.in and register with a 100% complete profile.
- Note down the Enrolment ID generated in the NATS 2.0 portal for future correspondence. If you face registration issues, refer to the student manual available on the portal.
- Visit the official APCOB website: https://www.apcob.bank.in
- Locate the online application link for Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal, academic, and category details.
- Upload the required documents/certificates as specified in the application form.
- Review the application carefully and submit it online between 02.08.2026 and 11.08.2026.
- Keep a printout or digital copy of the submitted application for future reference.
- Note: Applications can be submitted only in online mode. No other mode of application will be accepted.
APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Important Instructions
- This engagement is an apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and is not an employment with the Bank.
- There is no obligation on the Bank to offer employment after completion of the apprenticeship, nor is the apprentice obligated to accept employment.
- No transport, hostel, or residential accommodation facility will be provided during the training period.
- Candidature is provisional and subject to subsequent verification of documents; furnishing false or incorrect information can lead to cancellation of candidature or termination of engagement, even after appointment.
- The Bank reserves the right to allot selected candidates to any Branch/Head Office within the state of Andhra Pradesh.
- An apprentice who fails to qualify the local language test (where applicable) will not be engaged.
- Apprentices are entitled to one casual leave on completion of one month of apprenticeship (maximum 3 casual leaves at a time); no other type of leave applies, and no overtime is permitted.
- The Bank can terminate the Contract of Apprenticeship after giving 7 days' notice in cases of misconduct, misbehavior, disobedience, or unsatisfactory performance.
- On premature termination due to the apprentice's failure to comply with contract terms, the apprentice/surety must indemnify the Bank for training costs (up to one month's last drawn stipend).
- After completing training, apprentices must pass an assessment test (theory conducted by BFSI Sector Skill Council of India and practical conducted by the Bank) to receive a jointly issued Apprenticeship Certificate (APCOB - BFSI SSC), followed by a Certificate of Proficiency (CoP) from the National Council.
- Any dispute arising from this recruitment is subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Vijayawada.
- All further announcements related to this recruitment will be published only on the official APCOB website; no separate advertisement will be issued.
- Candidates who have completed their postgraduate degree in life sciences can also explore more Graduate Government Jobs and B.Sc Life Sciences Jobs available across India.
- Candidates looking for more research opportunities can also explore the latest Andhra Pradesh Government Jobs across various departments. Applicants searching for openings closer to the NCR region can check Vijayawada Government Jobs for upcoming vacancies. Those holding a postgraduate degree in science can also browse more M.Sc Government Jobs and Research Fellow Jobs matching their qualification.
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Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- APCOB has notified 25 tentative training seats for Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for FY 2026-27.
Q4. What is the age limit for APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates must be a minimum of 20 years and a maximum of 28 years old as on 01.08.2026, meaning they must be born between 01.08.1998 and 01.08.2004 (both dates inclusive). Age relaxation applies for SC/ST (5 years), BC-Non-Creamy Layer (3 years), and PwBD (10 years) candidates.
Q6. Is there an application fee for APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
- The official notification does not mention any application fee details. This information is not available in the notification provided.
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