Indian Bank, a leading public sector bank, has released a notification for Indian Bank Apprenticeship 2025-26 for graduates by inviting online applications for 1500 Apprentice positions under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the Financial Year 2025-26. The apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in banking operations, aimed at enhancing the employability of fresh graduates.
For those interested, the Indian Bank Apprenticeship 2025-26 is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience.
Indian Bank Apprenticeship 2025-26 : Important Dates & Schedule
- Application Start Date: 18-07-2024
- Last date to Apply : 07-08-2024
- Admit Card : 19/09/2025 to 28/09/2025
- Cut-Off Date for Age/Education: 01/07/2025
Application form fee details
- GEN/ OBC/ OBC : ₹800/- + GST
- SC/ ST/ PwD : ₹175/- + GST
Age eligibility and age relaxation
- minimum age: 21 years
- maximum age: 28 years (as of 01.07.2025)
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 05 years |
| OBC | 03 years |
| PWD | 10 years |
| Widows / Divorced / Legally Separated Women | Up to 35 years (Gen), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST) |
| Children/Family members of 1984 riots victims | 05 years |
Educational Eligibility and Qualification for Indian Bank Apprentice 2025-26
| Apprenticeship | Educational Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025-26 | • Graduate in any discipline (Passed on or after 01 April 2021) |
Category wise vacancy for Indian Bank Apprentice 2025-26
| Category | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 255 |
| ST | 77 |
| OBC | 351 |
| EWS | 137 |
| UR | 680 |
| Total | 1500 |
Selection Procedure Indian Bank Apprentice 2025-26
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Online Exam | Objective type MCQ |
| Local Language Test | If not studied in school |
| Document Verification | Originals required |
| Medical Test | Must be declared fit |
Indian Bank Apprentice 2025-26 Exam Pattern
- Negative Marking: 0.25 for each wrong answer
- No sectional cut-off; aggregate qualifying marks apply
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 15 | 15 | 60 minutes (composite) |
| Computer Knowledge | 10 | 10 | |
| English Language | 25 | 25 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| General Awareness (Banking) | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
Stipend, Pay and Allowances
| Location | Total | Bank Share | Govt. Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro/Urban | ₹15,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹4,500 |
| Rural/Semi-Urban | ₹12,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹4,500 |
| Before applying online, it’s important for interested candidates to carefully read through the entire notification. www.vacancyboard.in |
Registration on Portals
| Graduate apprentices | Click here |
How to Apply
- Visit the NATS website.
- Click on “Student section” for registration and also read the instruction for enrollment. Click here
- Read the instructions and terms carefully
- Eligible candidates must be enrolled on NATS Portal of BOAT.
- Click on “I Accept” and then on “Apply Online”.
- Fill the application form with the required details.
- Get Enrolment ID
- Visit Indian Bank→ Careers → Apprentice 2025. Click here
- Upload scanned copy of passport size photograph (max 75 KB) and signature (max 25 KB)
- Submit the application form
- Print the application form for future reference.
- Please ensure that the following documents are kept ready for enrolling in the portal :-
| S.No | Document Type | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aadhaar card | Yes |
| 2 | Valid Personal Email ID (will be required to activate account and Login) | Yes |
| 3 | Mobile number | Yes |
| 4 | Passport size photograph Format: JPEG, Size: Less than 1 MB | Yes |
| 5 | Aadhaar seeded/mapped Bank account details | Yes |
| 6 | Qualifying Degree / Provisional Certificate, Format: PDF, Size: Less than 1 MB | Yes |
| 7 | First page of Bank passbook / Bank account statement, Format: PDF, Size: Less than 1 MB | Yes |
Documents required at DV
- Latest Passport Size Photos
- Aadhaar Card
- SSC (Matriculation / 10th Standard) or its equivalent marksheet.
- Certificate from University / Institution regarding equivalent percentage of marks in qualifying examination.
- Medical Fitness certificate from a Registered Medical Office in prescribed format. Click here
- Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC (Non Creamy Layer) candidates, wherever applicable. For OBC Non-Creamy layer certificate issued in last three years.
- In case of PH/PWD candidate, Physical Disability certificate issued by the competent Medical Board/ Authority.
Links for Application Form
| NATS Login | Click here |
| NATS Registration Portal | Click here |
| Download Indian Bank Apprenticeship Admit Card | Click here |
| Download Notification | Click here |
| Indian Bank Official website | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the last date to apply?
07 August 2025
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Can I apply for multiple states?
No, only one state is allowed.
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Is there any job assurance after training?
No, it is a temporary apprenticeship.
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How long is the training?
12 months.
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Is local language compulsory?
Yes, unless you’ve studied it in 8th/10th/12th.
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Is there negative marking?
Yes, 0.25 mark per wrong answer.
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Can I get the exam center of my choice?
Preference given but final allotment is by bank.
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Can ex-servicemen apply?
No, not eligible.
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What if I face technical issues while applying?
Refer to NATS portal manual or contact support.
| All the best to all enthusiastic Aspirants www.vacancyboard.in Congratulations |