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Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 4500 Vacancies
The Central Bank of India has released the official notification for the engagement of 4,500 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the financial year 2026-27. Interested graduate candidates can check the eligibility criteria, important dates, stipend, application fees, and selection process before applying online.
📄 Download Official NotificationImportant Dates
- Opening Date for Online Registration: 12 June 2026
- Last Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment: 22 June 2026
- Online Examination (Tentative): 1st Week of July 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (As on 31 May 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- Eligible Birth Dates: Between 31.05.1998 and 31.05.2006 (inclusive)
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 to 15 Years (as per category)
Educational Qualification
- Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Graduation must have been completed on or after 01 January 2022.
NATS Registration Mandatory
Candidates must be registered on the Government NATS Portal before applying.
Official Portal: https://nats.education.gov.in
Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Online Objective Examination
- Local Language Test
Candidates who have studied the local language in Class 10th or 12th are exempted from the Local Language Test.
Online Examination Pattern
| Sr. No. | Test Name | Questions / Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 20 | English / Hindi |
| 2 | General / Financial Awareness | 20 | English / Hindi |
| 3 | Computer Knowledge | 20 | English / Hindi |
| 4 | General English | 20 | English |
| 5 | Central Bank of India Products & Services | 20 | English |
| Total | 100 Questions / 100 Marks | 60 Minutes | |
Training Duration & Stipend
- Engagement Period: 12 Months
- Monthly Stipend: ₹15,000
- Leave: One Casual Leave Per Month
Important: This apprenticeship is a training program only and does not guarantee permanent employment in the bank after completion.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Inclusive of GST) |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC (Male) | ₹944 |
| General / EWS / OBC (Female) | ₹708 |
| SC / ST (Male & Female) | ₹236 |
| PwBD & Transgender (Any Category) | ₹236 |
How to Apply Online
- Register as a student on the NATS Portal.
- Search for the Central Bank of India Apprentice Advertisement and apply.
- After successful registration, candidates will receive an email from BFSI SSC.
- Complete the final application process and pay the application fee through the BFSI SSC portal.
BFSI SSC Portal: https://beep.bfsissc.com
Conclusion
The Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for graduates seeking banking sector experience. Interested candidates should complete their NATS registration and submit their application before the last date of 22 June 2026.
