Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 4500 Vacancies

Role :

Apprentice

Location :

AP & TS

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Central Bank of India has officially released the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for the engagement of 4500 Apprentices across India under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a golden opportunity for graduates looking to gain valuable banking experience in one of India’s leading public sector banks.
Interested candidates can apply online from 12 June 2026 to 22 June 2026. Selected candidates will undergo one year of apprenticeship training and receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000.
Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Central Bank of India |
| ———————– | ——————————— |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 4500 |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Start Date | 12 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 June 2026 |
| Online Exam | 1st Week of July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹15,000 |
Important Dates
* Online Registration Starts: 12 June 2026
* Last Date for Registration: 22 June 2026
* Application Fee Payment: 12 June 2026 to 22 June 2026
* Online Examination: First Week of July 2026 (Tentative)
Total Vacancies
The Central Bank of India has announced a total of 4500 Apprentice vacancies across various states and union territories.
Major State-wise Vacancies
* Maharashtra – 586 Posts
* Uttar Pradesh – 580 Posts
* Madhya Pradesh – 459 Posts
* Bihar – 433 Posts
* West Bengal – 315 Posts
* Gujarat – 305 Posts
* Tamil Nadu – 202 Posts
* Rajasthan – 170 Posts
* Punjab – 142 Posts
* Haryana – 137 Posts
* Andhra Pradesh – 128 Posts
* Assam – 118 Posts
* Kerala – 116 Posts
* Chhattisgarh – 114 Posts
* Karnataka – 105 Posts
* Odisha – 103 Posts
* Telangana – 100 Posts
Andhra Pradesh Vacancy Details
A total of 128 Apprentice seats have been allocated for Andhra Pradesh. Major districts include:
* NTR – 14
* Guntur – 11
* Palnadu – 11
* Kakinada – 11
* Visakhapatnam – 9
* Bapatla – 8
* West Godavari – 8
* Vizianagaram – 8
* Krishna – 7

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Selection Process

The selection process consists of:

1. Online Examination

The online test will include:

* General/Financial Awareness
* Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning
* Computer Knowledge
* General English
* Central Bank of India Products & Services

Exam Pattern

| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| ——————————— | ——— | —– |
| General/Financial Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| General English | 20 | 20 |
| Central Bank Products & Services | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |

* Total Duration: 60 Minutes
* No Negative Marking

2. Local Language Test

Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the state they are applying for.

For Andhra Pradesh, the required language is Telugu.

Candidates who studied the local language in Class 10 or Class 12 may be exempted from the language test.

3. Document Verification

Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification and medical fitness verification before final engagement.

Application Fee

Male Candidates

* General/EWS/OBC: ₹944 (Including GST)

Female Candidates

* General/EWS/OBC: ₹708 (Including GST)

SC/ST/PwBD/Transgender

* ₹236 (Including GST)

Education Required:

Candidates must possess a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

Additionally, applicants should have completed graduation on or after 01 January 2022.

Age Limit

As on 31 May 2026:

* Minimum Age: 20 Years
* Maximum Age: 28 Years

Candidates must have been born between 31 May 1998 and 31 May 2006.

Age Relaxation

* SC/ST: 5 Years
* OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
* PwBD: Up to 15 Years
* Eligible Widows/Divorced Women: As per Government norms

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Training Duration
The apprenticeship period will be for 12 months. Apprentices will receive practical exposure to banking operations, customer service, banking products, and financial services.
Important Conditions
* Candidates should be registered on the NATS Portal.
* Applicants should not have previously completed any apprenticeship.
* Candidates with one year or more work experience after graduation are not eligible.
* Apprentices will not be treated as permanent employees of the bank.
* Completion of apprenticeship does not guarantee a job in Central Bank of India.
How to Apply for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026
1. Register on the NATS Portal.
2. Find the Central Bank of India Apprentice opportunity.
3. Submit your application.
4. Complete registration through the BFSI SSC portal.
5. Upload required documents.
6. Pay the application fee.
7. Submit the application and save a copy for future reference.
Why You Should Apply
The Central Bank of India Apprentice Program offers graduates an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on banking experience, improve financial sector knowledge, and strengthen their profile for future banking and government job opportunities.
With 4500 vacancies and a monthly stipend of ₹15,000, this apprenticeship is one of the largest banking apprenticeship programs announced in 2026.

HOW TO APPLY :

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