Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026; The Central Bank of India has officially released the Notification for the Engagement of Apprentices. The bank has announced a massive 4,500 vacancies for a one-year apprenticeship program. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from June 12 to June 22, 2026, through the official NATS portal or the BFSI SSC portal.
Applicants must first register on the NATS portal before applying and ensure they meet the eligibility criteria, including a graduation degree obtained on or after January 1, 2022, and an age limit of 20-28 years (as of May 31, 2026). Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for an Online Examination tentatively scheduled for the 1st week of July 2026.
Eligible candidates must complete the payment of application fees by June 22, 2026. All updates, corrigenda, and final selection lists will be available only on the Central Bank of India’s recruitment website.
Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification
The Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF is provided below for candidates’ reference. This PDF contains complete details about state-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, important dates, selection procedure, and local language requirements. Aspirants can refer to it to ensure they meet all requirements before applying. The notification also includes instructions for NATS registration, online examination, document verification, and payment procedures.
Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Central Bank of India |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 4,500 |
| Notification Release Date | June 12, 2026 |
| Registration Dates | June 12 to June 22, 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online (NATS & BFSI SSC portals) |
| Selection Process | Online Examination + Local Language Test |
| Stipend | ₹15,000 per month |
| Official Website | https://centralbank.bank.in |
| Application Portal | NATS (https://nats.education.gov.in) & BFSI SSC (https://beep.bfsissc.com) |
| Eligibility | Degree (Graduation) from recognized university |
| Exam Date (Tentative) | 1st week of July 2026 |
| Payment Last Date | June 22, 2026 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Online Registration | June 12, 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Registration | June 22, 2026 |
| Payment of Application Fee | June 12 to June 22, 2026 |
| Date of Online Examination (Tentative) | 1st week of July 2026 |
| Cut-off date for Eligibility | May 31, 2026 |
Application Fee
Candidates applying for the Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 are required to pay a non-refundable application/examination fee. GST @ 18% is charged extra on the total fee. The fee must be paid online only.
| Category | Application + Intimation Fees | Total Fees (+18% GST) |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC (Male) | ₹600 + ₹200 = ₹800 | ₹944 |
| General/EWS/OBC (Female) | ₹400 + ₹200 = ₹600 | ₹708 |
| SC/ST (Male/Female) | Nil + ₹200 = ₹200 | ₹236 |
| PwBD (Any Category) | Nil + ₹200 = ₹200 | ₹236 |
| Transgender (Any Category) | Nil + ₹200 = ₹200 | ₹236 |
Central Bank of India Apprentice Eligibility 2026
The Central Bank of India has defined clear eligibility criteria for all candidates. Applicants must meet requirements related to nationality, age, educational qualifications, and previous apprenticeship status as on May 31, 2026.
Age Limit & Relaxation
Candidates must be born between May 31, 1998, and May 31, 2006 (both days inclusive). Maximum age for General/EWS is 28 years.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women (Gen/EWS) | Up to 35 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women (OBC) | Up to 38 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women (SC/ST) | Up to 40 years |
Qualification
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Requirement | A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized university. |
| Minimum Graduation Date | On or after January 1, 2022. |
| Certificates Required | Mark sheets & Provisional/Degree certificate from university/college. |
| NATS Registration | Mandatory. Candidates must be registered on the NATS portal. |
Important: Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training elsewhere or have one year or more of job experience after graduation are NOT eligible.
Central Bank of India Apprentice Exam Pattern 2026
The selection process includes an Online Examination (Objective type) conducted by BFSI SSC, followed by a Test of Local Language. The online exam has no negative marking.
| Name of Test | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 20 | 20 | 60 minutes |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 60 minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 | 60 minutes |
| General English | 20 | 20 | 60 minutes |
| Central Bank of India Products & Services | 20 | 20 | 60 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
- No negative marks for wrong answers.
- Selection is based on merit (state-wise & category-wise).
- In case of a tie, the older candidate gets a higher rank.
- Candidates who qualify the online exam must then clear the Local Language Test (unless they have studied that language in 10th or 12th standard).
- The language test will be conducted at the candidate’s own expense.
Important Links
| Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification | Notification |
| Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Registration (NATS Portal)- Step-1 | NATS Portal |
| Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply Online (BFSI SSC Portal)- Step-2 | BFSI SSC |
| Central Bank of India Official Website | Cental Bank |
