Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Human Capital Management (Recruitment & Promotion) Central Office of Central Bank of India under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for Financial Year 2026-27. A total of 4500 training seats have been advertised for the post of Apprentice across branches and offices in all states and union territories of India. Eligible candidates can register online from 12 June 2026 to 22 June 2026 through the BFSI SSC portal. This is a golden opportunity for graduate job seekers across India to gain hands-on banking experience in one of the country’s oldest and most trusted public sector banks — Central Bank of India, established in 1911.
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Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview – Apply Online for 4500 Training Seats
| Particular | Details |
| Organisation | Central Bank of India |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Act | Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Financial Year | 2026-27 |
| Total Training Seats | 4500 (Four Thousand Five Hundred Only) |
| Job Type | Central Government (Apprenticeship Training – Public Sector Bank) |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹15,000/- per month |
| Application Mode | Online (via NATS Portal + BFSI SSC Portal) |
| Opening Date for Online Registration | 12 June 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Registration | 22 June 2026 |
| Date of Online Examination (Tentative) | 1st Week of July 2026 |
| Official Website | centralbank.bank.in |
Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is one of the most awaited Sarkari Naukri notifications for graduate candidates across India. Central Bank of India, with a pan-India branch network of more than 4,500 branches and a total business of over ₹8,12,000 crores, is inviting applications from eligible graduates for apprenticeship engagement across all states and union territories. This is a merit-based selection through an Online Examination conducted by BFSI SSC, making it a completely transparent and fair Central Government recruitment opportunity for 2026.
Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026 – State-wise Vacancy Breakup (Category Wise)
The total 4500 training seats under Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 are distributed across all states and union territories of India. Below is the complete state-wise and category-wise vacancy breakup:
| State / UT | Total Seats | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | VI | HI | OH | ID |
| Andhra Pradesh | 128 | 20 | 9 | 35 | 13 | 51 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Assam | 118 | 8 | 14 | 32 | 12 | 52 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Bihar | 433 | 69 | 4 | 117 | 43 | 200 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Chhattisgarh | 114 | 14 | 36 | 7 | 11 | 46 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Delhi (NCT) | 97 | 15 | 7 | 26 | 10 | 39 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Gujarat | 305 | 21 | 46 | 82 | 31 | 125 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Haryana | 137 | 26 | 0 | 37 | 14 | 60 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 55 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 6 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jharkhand | 87 | 10 | 23 | 10 | 9 | 35 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Karnataka | 105 | 17 | 7 | 28 | 11 | 42 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Kerala | 116 | 12 | 1 | 31 | 12 | 60 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 459 | 69 | 92 | 69 | 46 | 183 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 |
| Maharashtra | 586 | 59 | 53 | 158 | 59 | 257 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Odisha | 103 | 16 | 23 | 12 | 10 | 42 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Punjab | 142 | 41 | 0 | 30 | 14 | 57 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Rajasthan | 170 | 29 | 22 | 34 | 17 | 68 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tamil Nadu | 202 | 38 | 2 | 55 | 20 | 87 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Telangana | 100 | 16 | 7 | 27 | 10 | 40 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 580 | 122 | 6 | 157 | 58 | 237 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| West Bengal | 315 | 72 | 16 | 69 | 32 | 126 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Other States / UTs | (Arunachal Pradesh-8, Goa-28, J&K-13, Manipur-7, Meghalaya-8, Mizoram-1, Nagaland-7, Sikkim-15, Tripura-5, Uttarakhand-41, Chandigarh-9, Andaman & Nicobar-1, Dadra & NH-1, Daman & Diu-1, Ladakh-1, Pondicherry-2) | |||||||||
| Grand Total | 4500 | 701 | 393 | 1049 | 454 | 1903 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 |
Note: The number of training vacancies including reserved vacancies is provisional and may vary according to the actual requirement of the Bank during the engagement process. Any change in vacancy numbers will be notified on the official Bank website. Candidates are advised to apply for the state they wish to be posted in, as engagement will be done in branches/offices at the discretion of the Bank in that respective region.
Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026 Eligibility Criteria – Age Limit, Qualification and Nationality
Nationality / Citizenship:
A candidate must be a Citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with intent to permanently settle in India, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or specified East African countries with intent to permanently settle in India. Candidates in categories other than Indian citizens must hold a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.
Educational Qualification:
Candidates applying for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must hold a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Government of India, or any equivalent qualification recognised as such by the Central Government. Candidates must have completed their graduation on or after 01 January 2022. Mark sheets and Provisional/Degree Certificate from the University must be produced as and when required by the Bank.
Important Additional Condition:
Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training in Central Bank of India or in any other organisation/establishment earlier, or who are currently pursuing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act 1961, are not eligible to apply. Also, candidates who have had training or job experience for one year or more after attaining their educational qualification are also not eligible to be engaged as Apprentices.
NATS Portal Registration Mandatory:
Before applying for Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026, all candidates must be registered on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in). Only candidates registered on the NATS portal are eligible to apply. Candidates must keep their NATS Enrolment ID safely for all future correspondence.
Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026 Age Limit – Category Wise Details as on 31.05.2026
The age limit for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is calculated as on 31 May 2026 (cut-off date). Below is the complete age limit and category-wise relaxation detail:
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
| General / EWS (Minimum Age) | 20 Years |
| General / EWS (Maximum Age) | 28 Years (born not earlier than 31.05.1998 and not later than 31.05.2006) |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Relaxation of 5 Years (Max Age: 33 Years) |
| Other Backward Classes – Non Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL) | Relaxation of 3 Years (Max Age: 31 Years) |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | Relaxation of 10 Years (Max Age: 38 Years) |
| PwBD (OBC) | Relaxation of 13 Years (Max Age: 41 Years) |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | Relaxation of 15 Years (Max Age: 43 Years) |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Women Legally Separated (General/EWS) | Age concession up to 35 Years |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Women Legally Separated (OBC) | Age concession up to 38 Years |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Women Legally Separated (SC/ST) | Age concession up to 40 Years |
Important: No Ex-Servicemen or Disabled Ex-Servicemen shall be engaged as an Apprentice, and there is no reservation for ex-servicemen in this apprentice engagement. Maximum age indicated above is for General/EWS category candidates. Candidates seeking age relaxation must submit the required certificates at the time of the selection process.
Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026 Stipend – Monthly Pay During Training Period
Selected candidates engaged under Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000/- for the entire engagement period of 12 months. This is the only financial benefit available to apprentices — no other allowances, transport facility, hostel accommodation, or additional benefits of any kind are admissible. The apprentice will be treated as a trainee and not as a regular employee of the Bank during the training period.
| Post Name | Monthly Stipend | Training Duration |
| Apprentice (Banking) | ₹15,000/- per month | 12 Months |
After successful completion of the 12-month apprenticeship, candidates may need to go through an assessment test. A certificate will be awarded as per prevailing apprenticeship guidelines. Please note that completion of the apprenticeship does not guarantee regular employment — the Bank has no obligation to offer a permanent job to apprentices after training.
Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Application Fee – Category Wise Fee Details
| Category | Application + Examination Fee | Intimation Fee | Total (Incl. GST @18%) |
| General / EWS / OBC (Male) | ₹600/- | ₹200/- | ₹944/- |
| General / EWS / OBC (Female) | ₹400/- | ₹200/- | ₹708/- |
| SC / ST (Male / Female) | Nil | ₹200/- | ₹236/- |
| PwBD (Any Category) | Nil | ₹200/- | ₹236/- |
| Transgender (Any Category) | Nil | ₹200/- | ₹236/- |
Fee payment is through online mode only. No offline or cash payment mode is available. The application fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances and cannot be adjusted against any other examination or process. GST at 18% is charged extra on the application fee as mentioned above. Only after successful fee payment on the BFSI SSC portal (beep.bfsissc.com) will the application be treated as complete.
Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026 Selection Process – Online Exam, Language Test and Document Verification
The selection for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through the following stages:
- Stage 1 – Online Examination (Objective Type): The online exam will be conducted by BFSI SSC and will consist of 100 questions carrying 100 marks with a total duration of 60 minutes. The exam will be held from the candidate’s own residence using their own device. There is no negative marking for wrong answers. The structure of the online examination is as follows:
| Sr. No. | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium |
| 1 | General / Financial Awareness | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| 2 | Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| 3 | Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| 4 | General English | 20 | 20 | English |
| 5 | Central Bank of India Products & Services | 20 | 20 | English |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes | |
- Stage 2 – Test of Local Language: Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in the specified local/official language of the state they are applying for. Candidates who have studied the opted local language in 10th or 12th standard need not appear for this test. The language test will be conducted after qualifying the online examination.
- Stage 3 – Document Verification (DV): Candidates shortlisted on merit in the online examination will be called for document verification at the Central Bank of India Regional/Zonal Office. All original documents along with self-attested photocopies must be produced at this stage.
- Stage 4 – Medical Fitness: Engagement will be subject to the candidate being declared medically fit as per Bank requirements.
Important: Merit list is prepared based on online examination scores. In case two or more candidates score equal marks, they will be ranked in the merit list in descending order of age (older candidate ranked higher). The Bank reserves the right to modify the examination structure. No TA/DA will be reimbursed for appearing in any stage of the selection process.
Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Opening Date for Online Registration | 12 June 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Registration | 22 June 2026 |
| Payment of Application Fee | 12 June 2026 to 22 June 2026 |
| Date of Online Examination (Tentative) | 1st Week of July 2026 |
| Admit Card / Exam Intimation | Via beep.bfsissc.com (no hard copy / no admit card – exam from home) |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 31 May 2026 |
Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026 – EWS and PwBD Reservation Details
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): Candidates whose family has a gross annual income below ₹8 Lakhs (from all sources — salary, agriculture, business, profession, etc.) and who do not belong to SC/ST/OBC categories are eligible for EWS reservation. Families owning 5 acres of agricultural land or above, a residential flat of 1000 sq. ft. or above, a residential plot of 100 sq. yards or above in notified municipalities, or a residential plot of 200 sq. yards or above in other areas are excluded from EWS, regardless of income. The benefit can be availed only on production of a valid Income and Asset Certificate from a competent authority.
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Under Section 34 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, persons with benchmark disabilities are eligible for horizontal reservation. Covered categories include Visually Impairment (VI), Hearing Impairment (HI), Orthopedic Challenges (OC), Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims, Muscular Dystrophy, and Intellectual Disabilities (ID). PwBD candidates must produce a disability certificate from the District Medical Board or competent certifying authority. PwBD candidates who used a scribe during the online exam must submit the prescribed scribe details format at the time of document verification.
How to Apply for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Step by Step Online Application Guide
- First, register yourself on the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in (Navigate to “Student Register/Login”). Keep your NATS Enrolment ID safely — it is required for all future correspondence.
- After NATS registration, you will receive an email from BFSI SSC (info@bfsissc.com) with a link to register on beep.bfsissc.com to complete the final application process.
- Log in to beep.bfsissc.com and fill in the required details — caste category, choice of district for apprenticeship training, and other personal and qualification details.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and all required supporting documents (Date of Birth proof, Graduation Certificate, Category Certificate as applicable, etc.) as per the specifications given on the portal.
- Pay the applicable application fee online through net banking, debit card, or credit card. Note the fee applicable for your category (including GST).
- Submit the final online application form and note down your Application/Registration Number.
- Take a printout of the system-generated online application form and preserve it for future reference, especially for document verification.
Important: Only one application should be submitted per candidate. In case of multiple applications, only the last valid completed application will be retained and the fee paid for other registrations will stand forfeited. All particulars entered in the online form — name, category, date of birth, address, mobile number, email, and examination centre — are treated as final. No changes will be permitted after submission.
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Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026 – Documents Required at the Time of Document Verification
- Valid system-generated printout of the Online Application / NATS Registration / Enrolment form
- Proof of Date of Birth — Birth Certificate from competent municipal authority or SSLC/Class 10th Certificate with DOB
- Graduation Degree Certificate and all individual semester/year-wise mark sheets
- Photo Identity Proof in original (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Driving Licence / PAN Card / Passport, etc.)
- Caste Certificate issued by competent authority in prescribed format — for SC/ST/OBC/EWS category candidates
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate — must be valid and issued within one year as on the date of advertisement; must contain non-creamy layer clause specifically
- Income and Asset Certificate in prescribed format — for EWS category candidates
- Disability Certificate from District Medical Board — for PwBD candidates
- Scribe details in prescribed format — for PwBD candidates who used a scribe during the online examination
- Any other relevant document supporting eligibility as required by the Bank
Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026 Important Links – Apply Online & Official Notification
| Action | Link |
| Apply Online (BFSI SSC Portal) | Click Here |
| NATS Portal Registration | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| Central Bank of India Official Website | centralbank.bank.in |
FAQs – Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is an official notification released by the Human Capital Management (Recruitment & Promotion) Central Office of Central Bank of India for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for Financial Year 2026-27. A total of 4500 training seats have been advertised across branches and offices in all states and union territories of India. Selected candidates will be engaged in branches/offices in their respective regions at the discretion of the Bank and will receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000/- for a training period of 12 months. This is a highly competitive and sought-after Central Government apprenticeship opportunity for graduate job seekers in 2026.
The last date for online registration for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 22 June 2026. The application window opened on 12 June 2026. Fee payment must also be completed within the same window, i.e., 12 June 2026 to 22 June 2026 only. Candidates are strongly advised not to wait until the last day, as server overload or technical issues may arise due to heavy traffic on the portal. Applications submitted without complete fee payment or incomplete details will be rejected. The Bank will not entertain any request for extension of the deadline under any circumstances.
To be eligible for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026, a candidate must hold a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Government of India, or any equivalent qualification recognised as such by the Central Government. Candidates must have completed their graduation on or after 01 January 2022. Additionally, candidates must be registered on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) before applying. Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship in Central Bank of India or any other organisation, or who have work/training experience of one year or more after graduation, are not eligible to apply regardless of their qualifications.
Selected candidates engaged under Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000/- throughout the 12-month training period. No other allowances, HRA, TA, DA, or additional financial benefits are available to apprentices. The Bank will not provide transport or hostel facilities during the training period. Apprentices are treated as trainees — not employees — of the Bank. After successful completion of the 12-month training, candidates may have to go through an assessment test and will receive a certificate. However, there is no guarantee of permanent employment in the Bank after the completion of the apprenticeship.
The age limit for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is calculated as on 31 May 2026 (cut-off date). The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age for General/EWS candidates is 28 years — meaning candidates must have been born between 31.05.1998 and 31.05.2006 (both days inclusive). SC/ST candidates get a relaxation of 5 years (maximum 33 years), OBC (NCL) candidates get 3 years relaxation (maximum 31 years), and PwBD candidates get relaxation ranging from 10 to 15 years depending on category. Note that there is no reservation or age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen in this apprenticeship engagement.
The application fee for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 varies by category. General/EWS/OBC Male candidates must pay ₹944/- (including GST), General/EWS/OBC Female candidates must pay ₹708/- (including GST), while SC/ST, PwBD, and Transgender candidates must pay ₹236/- (only intimation charges plus GST — application and examination fee is nil for these categories). Fee payment is through online mode only — via Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card. Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances and cannot be adjusted against any other selection or examination conducted by the Bank or BFSI SSC.
The selection process for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 consists of three main stages. First is the Online Examination conducted by BFSI SSC — a 100-mark objective test with 5 sections covering General/Financial Awareness, Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude, Computer Knowledge, General English, and Central Bank of India Products & Services. There is no negative marking. The exam is conducted from the candidate’s own home and device — no admit card or examination centre is required. Second is the Test of Local Language of the state applied for. Third is Document Verification at the Regional/Zonal Office of Central Bank of India. Medical fitness is also checked before final engagement.
To apply for Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026, candidates must first register on the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in and obtain their NATS Enrolment ID. After NATS registration, candidates will receive an email from BFSI SSC (info@bfsissc.com) inviting them to register on beep.bfsissc.com to complete the final application. On the BFSI SSC portal, candidates must fill in their personal details, caste category, preferred district, upload documents, and pay the applicable fee online. The process is complete only after successful fee payment. Candidates should take a printout of the final submitted application form and preserve it for document verification. The last date to complete the entire process is 22 June 2026.