Indian Bank, a leading public sector bank headquartered in Chennai, has released its advertisement dated 4 November 2026 for the engagement of 1,500 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for FY 2026-27. The seats are spread across 30 States and UTs, with the most in Uttar Pradesh (285), Tamil Nadu (270) and West Bengal (145).
Fresh graduates in any discipline (passed on or after 1 April 2022) aged 20–28 years can apply online from 5 to 25 November 2026. Candidates must first register on the NATS 2.0 apprenticeship portal. Selection is through an online test and a local language test. Apprentices get a monthly stipend of ₹15,000 (metro/urban) or ₹12,300 (rural/semi-urban) for 12 months of on-the-job training.
Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Bank, Chennai |
| Scheme | Apprentices Act, 1961 (FY 2026-27) |
| Post | Apprentice |
| Total Seats | 1,500 (tentative, 30 States/UTs) |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline, passed between 01.04.2022 and 01.11.2026 |
| Age Limit | 20–28 years (as on 1 November 2026) |
| Stipend | ₹15,000 (metro/urban) / ₹12,300 (rural/semi-urban) per month |
| Training Period | 12 months |
| Application Fee | ₹800 + GST (Gen/OBC/EWS); ₹175 + GST (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Selection | Online test + Local Language Proficiency Test |
| Application Dates | 5 – 25 November 2026 |
| Official Websites | indianbank.bank.in, nats.education.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 4 November 2026 |
| Online registration starts | 5 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply, edit and pay fee | 25 November 2026 |
| Age and qualification cut-off date | 1 November 2026 |
| Online test | To be announced |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| UR | 676 |
| OBC | 348 |
| SC | 252 |
| EWS | 142 |
| ST | 82 |
| Total | 1,500 |
PwBD seats (included in the total): VI 12, HI 12, OH 13, ID 11.
State-wise Vacancy
| State / UT | Seats | State / UT | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 285 | Telangana | 46 |
| Tamil Nadu | 270 | Punjab | 45 |
| West Bengal | 145 | Kerala | 44 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 85 | Odisha | 42 |
| Bihar | 80 | Rajasthan | 40 |
| Maharashtra | 70 | Gujarat | 35 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 65 | Karnataka | 35 |
| Jharkhand | 60 | NCT of Delhi | 32 |
| Haryana | 32 | Assam | 30 |
| Uttarakhand | 20 | Chhattisgarh | 10 |
| Puducherry | 9 | Himachal Pradesh | 6 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 3 | Chandigarh | 2 |
| Goa | 2 | Manipur | 2 |
| Nagaland | 2 | Arunachal Pradesh | 1 |
| Meghalaya | 1 | Tripura | 1 |
| Total | 1,500 |
District-wise seats are listed in Annexure-III of the advertisement. You can apply for only one State/UT.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university.
- Graduation must be passed on or after 1 April 2022 and not later than 1 November 2026, with the result declared by 1 November 2026.
Age Limit (as on 1 November 2026)
- 20 to 28 years – born between 2 November 1998 and 1 November 2006 (both inclusive).
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| 1984 riot-affected | 5 years |
| Widows / divorced women (not remarried) | Up to 35 (Gen/EWS), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST) years |
Other Conditions
- Must be registered on NATS 2.0 with a 100% complete profile.
- Must not have done (or be doing) apprenticeship elsewhere, and must not have 1 year or more of work experience after graduation.
- Ex-servicemen are not eligible for apprenticeship.
Stipend
| Branch Type | Monthly Stipend | Bank Share | Government Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro / Urban | ₹15,000 | ₹8,850 | ₹6,150 |
| Rural / Semi-Urban | ₹12,300 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,150 |
Apprentices get no other allowances, and the bank has no obligation to offer a job after training.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹800 + GST |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 + GST |
Selection Process
- Online written test (objective)
- Local Language Proficiency Test – not needed if you studied the local language in Class 8, 10 or 12 (with mark sheet proof)
- Interview (at the bank’s discretion)
- State-wise and category-wise merit list, document verification and medical fitness
Online Test Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness (Banking) | 25 | 25 |
| English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning Aptitude | 15 | 15 |
| Computer Knowledge | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Duration: 60 minutes (composite)
- No sectional cut-off; SC/ST/OBC/PwBD get 5% relaxation in qualifying marks.
- The advertisement does not mention negative marking.
How to Apply for Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The application is online only. You must register on NATS first.
- Register on the NATS 2.0 portal – nats.education.gov.in – and complete your profile to 100%. Note your Enrolment ID.
- Visit the official Indian Bank website – indianbank.bank.in – open Careers and click “Engagement of Apprentices in Indian Bank – 2026”.
- Click New Registration and enter your name, mobile number and email ID.
- Choose one State/UT, three preferred districts and the local language of that State.
- Upload your photograph (20–50 KB), signature (10–20 KB), left thumb impression (20–50 KB) and handwritten declaration in English (50–100 KB), and capture a live photo.
- Preview, click Complete Registration, and pay the fee online.
- Submit before 25 November 2026 and save the printout and e-receipt.
Documents Required
- Graduation degree / provisional certificate and mark sheets
- Class 8 / 10 / 12 mark sheet (for local language exemption)
- Caste (OBC-NCL dated on/after 1 April 2026), EWS (based on FY 2025-26 income) or PwBD certificate, if applicable
- NATS enrolment details
- Valid photo ID
Official Websites
| Purpose | Website |
|---|---|
| Indian Bank Careers (notification and apply online) | indianbank.bank.in |
| NATS 2.0 Apprenticeship Portal (registration) | nats.education.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many seats are there in Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026? 1,500 seats across 30 States and UTs.
Q2. What is the last date to apply? 25 November 2026, for registration, editing and fee payment.
Q3. Who can apply? Graduates in any discipline who passed between 1 April 2022 and 1 November 2026, aged 20–28 years.
Q4. What is the stipend? ₹15,000 per month in metro/urban branches and ₹12,300 in rural/semi-urban branches.
Q5. Is NATS registration compulsory? Yes. You must register on nats.education.gov.in with a 100% complete profile.
Q6. Can I apply for more than one State? No. Only one State/UT is allowed.
Q7. Which State has the most seats? Uttar Pradesh (285), followed by Tamil Nadu (270) and West Bengal (145).
Q8. Is this a permanent bank job? No. It is 12 months of apprenticeship training; the bank has no obligation to offer a job afterwards.
Conclusion
Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 gives fresh graduates a year of real banking experience with a monthly stipend of up to ₹15,000. Complete your NATS profile first, pick the State whose language you know, and apply before 25 November 2026.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the Indian Bank advertisement for engagement of apprentices dated 4 November 2026. Candidates should verify all details, including district-wise seats, from the official advertisement on indianbank.bank.in before applying.