- Indian Bank announces 1,500 apprentice training positions for 2026–27, inviting eligible graduates to apply online from November 5 to 25, 2026.
Indian Bank has announced 1,500 apprentice training positions for the financial year 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The recruitment drive offers graduates an opportunity to gain practical experience in the banking sector through a 12-month on-the-job training programme. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online from November 5 to November 25, 2026.
According to the recruitment notification released on November 4, the vacancies are distributed across 30 states and Union Territories. Uttar Pradesh accounts for the highest number of positions with 285 vacancies, followed by Tamil Nadu with 270 and West Bengal with 145. Other states with available positions include Andhra Pradesh with 85, Bihar with 80, Maharashtra with 70, Madhya Pradesh with 65 and Jharkhand with 60. Karnataka has 35 apprentice training seats, while Kerala has 44.
Candidates must hold a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Their graduation results must have been declared on or after April 1, 2022, and on or before November 1, 2026. Applicants must be between 20 and 28 years of age as of November 1, 2026. Age relaxation will be applicable to eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories in accordance with government guidelines.
The selection process comprises an online objective examination followed by a Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT). The online examination will carry 100 questions for 100 marks, covering reasoning aptitude, computer knowledge, English language, quantitative aptitude and general awareness, with particular reference to the banking industry. Candidates will have a composite examination duration of 60 minutes.
Those shortlisted for the language assessment must demonstrate their ability to read, write, speak and understand the local language of the state or Union Territory for which they have applied. Candidates can apply for vacancies in only one state or Union Territory.
Selected apprentices will undergo 12 months of training and receive a monthly stipend based on their branch location. Apprentices posted in metropolitan and urban branches will receive ₹15,000, while those in rural and semi-urban branches will receive ₹12,300. The apprenticeship does not guarantee regular employment with the bank after the training period.
The application fee is ₹800 plus GST for General, OBC and EWS candidates, while SC, ST and PwBD applicants must pay ₹175 plus GST. Candidates are required to complete their registration through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) 2.0 portal before applying through the bank’s recruitment portal.
