Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released a huge Apprentice recruitment notification for the financial year 2025–26 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a one-year paid apprenticeship opportunity for graduates across India.
A total of 5138 apprentice seats are available state-wise and category-wise.
🔔 Key Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 5138 |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship (Not Permanent Job) |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Advertisement | HRD/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2025-26 |
📅 Important Dates (Very Important)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 08 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 February 2026 |
| Online Exam (Tentative) | 1st Week of March 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age & Qualification | 01 January 2026 |
👉 Exam date will be informed later to eligible candidates.
🎯 Total Vacancy Details
| Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| SC | 887 |
| ST | 294 |
| OBC | 1110 |
| EWS | 464 |
| UR | 2383 |
| Total | 5138 |
👉 Vacancies are state-wise, circle-wise and category-wise.
👉 Final allotment depends on bank’s requirement.
🎓 Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | Graduate in any discipline |
| Degree Status | Result must be declared on or before 31.12.2025 |
| University | Recognized by UGC / AICTE / Govt |
| Local Language | Must know local language of the applied State/UT |
🔹 For NATS candidates: Graduation should not be older than 4 years from 01.01.2026.
🎂 Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
Date of Birth Range:
02 January 1998 to 01 January 2006
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Widows / Divorced Women | Up to 35–40 Years (category-wise) |
💰 Monthly Stipend (Very Important)
| Branch Location | Stipend |
|---|---|
| Rural / Semi-Urban / Urban | ₹12,300 per month |
| Metro Branches | ₹15,000 per month |
⚠️ No DA, HRA, PF, ESI or other allowances.
⏱️ Apprenticeship Duration
| Component | Period |
|---|---|
| Total Training | 12 Months |
| Basic Training | 2 Weeks |
| On-the-Job Training | 50 Weeks |
❌ Important Conditions (Many Candidates Miss This)
- Apprentices are NOT bank employees
- No job guarantee after training
- No prior apprenticeship allowed
- Candidates with 1 year or more job experience after graduation are NOT eligible
- No PF, ESI, Bonus or hostel facility
- Apprentices cannot form or join unions
📝 Selection Process (Simple)
- Online Examination
- Document Verification
- Apprenticeship Contract
👉 Final merit list will be prepared based on exam marks.
🌍 State-Wise Vacancies (Quick Overview)
Some major states with high vacancies:
| State | Seats |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 814 |
| West Bengal | 532 |
| Punjab | 462 |
| Delhi | 417 |
| Rajasthan | 363 |
| Haryana | 348 |
| Bihar | 310 |
| Maharashtra | 232 |
👉 Full circle-wise & category-wise breakup is available in the official notification.
🌐 How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Visit bfsissc.com (See official notification)
- Register for PNB Apprenticeship Program 2025-26
- Fill personal & educational details
- Upload documents (Aadhaar, photo, degree, caste certificate, etc.)
- Register on NAPS / NATS portal (mandatory)
- Pay application fee
- Submit application
⚠️ No hard copy needs to be sent to PNB.
📌 Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card (Front & Back)
- Passport size photo
- Graduation Marksheet / Degree
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- PAN Card
- Valid Email ID & Mobile Number
⚠️ Final Note for Candidates
This is a learning + earning opportunity, not a permanent bank job.
However, it adds strong banking experience to your profile and helps in future bank exams.
