Indian Bank Apprentice Online Form 2026: 1500 Seats

Quick Highlights

• Organization: Indian Bank, Chennai
• Tentative seats: 1500 across 30 states and UTs
• Mode: Online only
• Last date: 25.11.2026

Important Dates

Who Can Apply

You need a graduate degree in any discipline, passed on or after 01.04.2022 and not later than 01.11.2026, with the result declared by 01.11.2026. You must also be registered on the NATS 2.0 portal. The age limit is 20 to 28 years on 01.11.2026, so you must be born between 02.11.1998 and 01.11.2006.

You cannot apply if you have done apprenticeship before, have one year or more of work experience, or are an ex-serviceman. OBC candidates need a Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued on or after 01.04.2026.

Vacancies

The 1500 seats are split into SC 252, ST 82, OBC 348, EWS 142 and Unreserved 676, and district details are in Annexure III of the notification. The largest state allocations are below.

Stipend and Training

Metro and urban branches pay Rs. 15,000 per month, and rural and semi-urban branches pay Rs. 12,300. Training lasts 12 months, and you need more than 338 paid days to earn the Certificate of Proficiency.

Selection Process

The online test has 100 questions for 100 marks in a combined 60 minutes: Reasoning 15, Computer Knowledge 10, English 25, Quantitative Aptitude 25, and General Awareness with Banking 25. There is no sectional cut-off.

Qualified candidates then take a Local Language Proficiency Test for their state, unless they show a class 8, 10 or 12 certificate in that language. An interview is at the bank's discretion, and engagement needs medical fitness.

Application Fee

How to Apply

Only the online mode is accepted. The handwritten declaration must be in your own English handwriting and not in capital letters.

1. Register on the NATS 2.0 apprenticeship portal, complete your profile fully and note your Enrolment ID.
2. Open the Indian Bank careers page and select Engagement of Apprentices in Indian Bank - 2026.
3. Click New Registration, enter your name, contact details and email ID, and save the Provisional Registration Number and Password.
4. Fill in the form, choose one state or UT, pick three districts and opt for one local language.
5. Upload your photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration in the required sizes.
6. Check the Preview and click Complete Registration only when every detail is correct.
7. Pay the fee online and wait for the e-Receipt before closing the page.
8. Print the form and e-Receipt for your records. Do not send them to the bank.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Who can apply for the Indian Bank apprentice recruitment 2026?

Indian citizens, and some Nepal, Bhutan and Tibetan categories with a Government of India certificate, can apply. You need a graduate degree passed between 01.04.2022 and 01.11.2026 and an age of 20 to 28 years on 01.11.2026.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?

The last date is 25.11.2026. Registration, edits and online fee payment are open from 05.11.2026 to 25.11.2026, both days inclusive.

Q3. How many vacancies are there and which states have the most?

There are 1500 tentative seats. Uttar Pradesh has 285, Tamil Nadu 270 and West Bengal 145. The bank says the numbers are provisional and may change.

Q4. How much stipend will an Indian Bank apprentice get?

The stipend is Rs. 15,000 per month at metro and urban branches and Rs. 12,300 at rural and semi-urban branches. No other allowances or benefits are given.

Q5. What is the application fee?

General, OBC and EWS candidates pay Rs. 800 plus GST, and SC, ST and PwBD candidates pay Rs. 175 plus GST. The fee is non-refundable and paid online.

Q6. Can I apply for more than one state?

No. You can apply for only one state or union territory. If you submit several applications, only the latest valid one is kept and the other fees are forfeited.

Q7. What is the selection process for Indian Bank apprentices?

Selection has a 100-mark online test of 60 minutes and a Local Language Proficiency Test. An interview is held only if the bank decides, and medical fitness is required.

Q8. Will the apprenticeship lead to a permanent job in Indian Bank?

No. It is 12 months of on-the-job training, and the bank has no obligation to offer you any job afterwards. You will receive a digital Certificate of Proficiency on completion.

Source

Based on the official Indian Bank apprentice notification dated 04.11.2026 on the Indian Bank Careers page.

Disclaimer

VacancyPage is not affiliated with Indian Bank. Seats are provisional, so verify details in the official notification before applying.