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Indian Bank Recruitment 2026: 1500 Apprentice – Apply Online @ nats.education.gov.in

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Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Post DesignationVacanciesAge LimitMonthly Remuneration (INR)
Apprentice (Metro/Urban Branch)Varies by State20 – 28 YearsRs. 15,000
Apprentice (Rural/Semi-Urban Branch)Varies by State20 – 28 YearsRs. 12,300
  • Indian Bank has announced 1,500 apprenticeship seats across 30 States and Union Territories for FY 2026-27. Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of seats (285), followed by Tamil Nadu (270) and West Bengal (145).

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

  • Minimum Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or Central Government-recognized equivalent
  • Graduation Passing Period: Must have passed between 1 April 2022 and 1 November 2026
  • Final Result Deadline: Result must be declared on or before 1 November 2026
  • Age Limit: Minimum 20 years, Maximum 28 years as on 1 November 2026
  • Date of Birth Range (General/EWS): 2 November 1998 to 1 November 2006 (both inclusive)

Age Relaxation

  • SC / ST: 5 years
  • OBC – Non-Creamy Layer: 3 years
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: 10 years
  • Persons Affected by 1984 Riots: 5 years

Disqualification Criteria

  • Candidates who already completed or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training are not eligible
  • Candidates with 1 year or more of post-qualification work experience are not eligible
  • Ex-Servicemen and Disabled Ex-Servicemen are not eligible under this notification

Selection Process & Screening Clause

  • NATS 2.0 Registration: Complete profile with 100% completion status
  • Online Application: Submit application and pay fee on NATS portal
  • Online Written Test: 100 objective MCQs, 100 marks, 60 minutes duration (Reasoning 15Q, Computer Knowledge 10Q, English 25Q, Quantitative Aptitude 25Q, General Awareness with Banking Reference 25Q)
  • Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT): Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the prescribed local language of their selected State/UT unless exempt with Class 8/10/12 language-study proof
  • Interview (if conducted): Indian Bank may include or dispense with an interview at its discretion
  • Merit List: State/UT-wise and category-wise ranking by aggregate marks; older candidate preferred in case of tie; equi-percentile normalization if multiple sessions
  • Document Verification: Eligibility and supporting certificates verified
  • Medical Fitness: Subject to bank's prescribed medical fitness requirements
  • Apprenticeship Contract: Digital engagement through NATS 2.0 for 12 months
  • Screening Clause: Minimum qualifying marks are determined by Indian Bank on aggregate score. SC, ST, OBC and PwBD candidates receive 5% relaxation in aggregate qualifying percentage. No TA/DA will be paid to candidates appearing for the examination or Local Language Proficiency Test. Candidates must bear their own travel expenses.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

  • Graduation Degree Certificate and all Consolidated Mark Sheets
  • Proof that Graduation Result was declared on or before 1 November 2026
  • Matriculation Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
  • Valid Government-issued Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
  • NATS 2.0 Enrolment ID with fully completed profile (100% status)
  • Recent Passport-size Colour Photograph (200×230 px, 20–50 KB, JPG/JPEG)
  • Scanned Signature (140×60 px, 10–20 KB, JPG/JPEG)
  • Left Thumb Impression (240×240 px, 20–50 KB, JPG/JPEG)
  • Handwritten Declaration in English on white paper with black ink, own handwriting, not in all-caps (800×400 px, 50–100 KB, JPG/JPEG): "I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required."
  • SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS Category Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
  • PwBD Disability Certificate or UDID Card (if applicable)
  • Class 8, 10 or 12 Certificate showing study of selected local language (if claiming LLPT exemption)

3. What is the application fee for Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

  • General, OBC and EWS candidates must pay Rs. 800 + GST. SC, ST and PwBD candidates must pay Rs. 175 + GST. Payment is online only through Debit Card, Credit Card or Internet Banking. The fee is non-refundable, and bank transaction charges are additional.

5. What is the salary/stipend structure?

  • Selected apprentices receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 15,000 in Metro/Urban branches or Rs. 12,300 in Rural/Semi-Urban branches for 12 months. The Metro/Urban component consists of up to Rs. 8,850 (bank) + Rs. 6,150 (government), while the Rural/Semi-Urban component is up to Rs. 6,150 (bank) + Rs. 6,150 (government). No additional allowances or regular employee benefits are applicable.

6. What is the selection process?

  • The selection includes an online objective examination (100 marks, 100 questions, 60 minutes), a Local Language Proficiency Test (unless exempt with school-study language proof), and document verification. Indian Bank may conduct an interview at its discretion. Merit lists are prepared State/UT-wise and category-wise based on aggregate examination performance.

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