Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 4500 Seats

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About Central Bank of India

Central Bank of India, established in 1911, is the first Indian Commercial bank that was wholly owned and managed by Indians. It is a leading Public Sector Bank with a Pan India Branch Network of more than 4,500 branches, a total business of over Rs 8,12,000 crores, and a workforce of more than 34,000 employees. For FY 2026-27, the bank is offering 4500 Apprentice training seats across all states and union territories under the Apprenticeship policy and the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Important Dates - Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026

Application Fee

Note: Fee payment is accepted through online mode only. Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Vacancy Details - State-Wise Distribution

The 4500 Apprentice training seats are distributed across all states and union territories of India. Below is the complete state-wise and category-wise breakdown as per the official notification:

PwBD Horizontal Reservation: VI - 45, HI - 45, OH - 45, ID - 45 (Total PwBD: 180, distributed horizontally within overall vacancies.)

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Candidates must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with intent to settle permanently, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries with intent to permanently settle in India. Candidates from categories (ii) to (v) must produce a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.

Educational Qualification

• A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
• Graduation must have been completed on or after 01 January 2022.
• Candidates must be registered on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) to be eligible to apply.
• Marksheets and Provisional/Degree certificate must be produced as and when required by the bank.

Age Limit (as on 31 May 2026)

Age Relaxation

Other Eligibility Conditions

• Candidate must NOT have undergone apprenticeship earlier in Central Bank of India or any other organization under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
• Candidates who had training or job experience of one year or more after attaining the required educational qualification are NOT eligible.
• No Ex-servicemen or Disabled Ex-servicemen shall be engaged as an apprentice, and there is no reservation for them.
• The apprentice shall have no right to claim employment in the bank after completion of training.

Selection Process

The selection process for Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026 consists of the following stages:

• Online Examination - Objective type, conducted by BFSI SSC
• Test of Local Language - Of the state applied for
• Document Verification
• Medical Fitness

Online Examination Pattern

Note: There is no negative marking for wrong answers. The exam will be held from the candidate's own residence on their own device. No admit card or hard copy is required for the online examination.

Test of Local Language

Candidates must be proficient in the official language of the state they are applying for. The language test will be conducted after qualifying the online examination. Candidates who have studied the specified local language at the 10th or 12th standard level are exempt from this test on production of relevant marksheets.

Final Selection

Final selection depends on meeting the cut-off marks in the online examination, qualifying the local language test, successful document verification, and being declared medically fit. The merit list will be drawn state-wise. In case of a tie in marks, candidates will be ranked in descending order of age.

Stipend and Training Conditions

• Monthly Stipend: Rs 15,000 per month
• Training Duration: 12 months
• Apprentices are entitled to casual leave - one per month.
• Apprentices observe the same holidays as bank employees.
• No overtime, no Transport/Hostel facility, and no other allowances are provided.
• Apprentices are trainees, not employees of the bank.
• After completion of apprenticeship, candidates will be relieved. The bank has no obligation to offer regular employment.
• Digital apprenticeship contracts will be issued through the NATS portal after successful selection.

How to Apply for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in and navigate to the Student Register/Login section to register yourself as a candidate.
2. Note down your Enrolment ID issued by the NATS portal carefully, as it will be required for all future correspondence.
3. After NATS registration, watch for an email from BFSI SSC (info@bfsissc.com) inviting you to register on beep.bfsissc.com.
4. Login to beep.bfsissc.com and complete the final application form by entering your caste category, choice of district for apprenticeship training, and other required details.
5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents as per the portal guidelines.
6. Pay the applicable application fee online before 22 June 2026. The fee payment is non-refundable and only online mode is accepted.
7. Submit the final application and take a printout of the system-generated application form for future reference.

Documents Required at the Time of Document Verification

• System-generated printout of online application / Registration / Enrolment form
• Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or SSLC/Std. X Certificate)
• Valid Photo Identity Proof
• Individual semester/year-wise marksheets and Degree/Diploma certificate
• Caste Certificate from competent authority (SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates)
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate (valid as on the date of Language Test)
• Disability Certificate from District Medical Board (PwBD candidates)
• Income and Asset Certificate for EWS category candidates
• Any other relevant document in support of eligibility

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What Is the Total Number of Apprentice Seats in Central Bank of India 2026?

Central Bank of India has announced 4500 Apprentice training seats for FY 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The seats are distributed across all states and union territories of India.

Q2. What Is the Last Date to Apply for Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026?

The last date to apply online for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 22 June 2026. The online registration window opened on 12 June 2026. Fee payment must also be completed by 22 June 2026.

Q3. What Is the Educational Qualification Required for CBI Apprentice 2026?

Candidates must hold a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India. The graduation must have been completed on or after 01 January 2022. Candidates must also be registered on the NATS portal.

Q4. What Is the Age Limit for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 28 years as on 31 May 2026 (cut-off date). Age relaxation is applicable: SC/ST by 5 years, OBC by 3 years, PwBD (UR/EWS) by 10 years, PwBD (OBC) by 13 years, and PwBD (SC/ST) by 15 years.

Q5. What Is the Application Fee for CBI Apprentice 2026?

General/EWS/OBC Male candidates must pay Rs 944 (including GST). General/EWS/OBC Female candidates must pay Rs 708 (including GST). SC/ST, PwBD, and Transgender candidates of any category must pay Rs 236 (intimation charges + GST only). Fees must be paid online and are non-refundable.

Q6. What Is the Stipend for Central Bank of India Apprentices?

Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of Rs 15,000 during the 12-month engagement period. No other allowances or benefits are payable. Apprentices are not considered employees of the bank.

Q7. What Is the Selection Process for CBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Selection is based on an Online Examination (Objective Type) conducted by BFSI SSC, followed by a Test of Local Language of the state applied for. The online exam has 100 questions worth 100 marks to be completed in 60 minutes. There is no negative marking. Final selection is based on merit, document verification, language test, and medical fitness.

Q8. How to Apply Online for Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026?

Candidates must first register on the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in. After NATS registration, they will receive an email from BFSI SSC to complete the final application on beep.bfsissc.com, select district preference, fill category details, and pay the application fee online before the last date of 22 June 2026.

Source

This article is based entirely on the official notification released by Central Bank of India for the Engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27, dated 11 June 2026. Candidates are advised to visit the official recruitment page at centralbank.bank.in/en/recruitments for the latest updates, corrigendum, and addendum.

Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only. VacancyPage.com is not the official website of Central Bank of India. All vacancy figures, dates, and eligibility conditions are as per the official notification. Readers are advised to verify all details from the official notification PDF before applying. The bank reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process at any stage.