Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment Overview
Canara Bank has officially released official notification for the recruitment of 3,500 Graduate Apprentice vacancies. Online applications start from 01st October 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official Canara Bank website. The last date to submit the application form is 17th October 2026.
| Company | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice |
| Recruitment | Engagement of Graduate Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27 |
| Total Posts | 3,500 |
| Job Type | Apprentice |
| Pay Scale | ₹16,650 per month (12 months training) |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 Years (born between 02/09/1998 and 01/09/2006) |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline (passed between 01/01/2023 and 01/09/2026) |
| Job Location | Various Circles Across India |
| Start Date of Apply | 01/10/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 28/10/2026 |
| Application Fee | GEN/OBC/EWS: ₹500/- SC/ST/PwBD/Female: Nil |
| Website | https://www.canarabank.bank.in/ |
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment Vacancy Details
| State/ UT | Local Language | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Andaman and Nicobar Islands | Hindi / English | 04 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu / Urdu | 247 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 05 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo | 42 |
| Bihar | Hindi / Urdu | 122 |
| Chandigarh | Hindi / Punjabi | 06 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 39 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli | Gujarati | 01 |
| Daman and Diu | Gujarati | 01 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 93 |
| Goa | Konkani | 25 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 89 |
| Haryana | Hindi / Punjabi | 114 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 23 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | Urdu / Hindi | 16 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi / Santhali | 74 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 581 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 240 |
| Ladakh | Urdu / Ladakhi / Bhoti (Bodhi) | 01 |
| Lakshadweep | Malayalam | 04 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 110 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 205 |
| Manipur | Manipuri / English | 03 |
| Meghalaya | English / Garo / Khasi | 05 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 02 |
| Nagaland | English | 04 |
| Odisha | Odia | 104 |
| Puducherry | Tamil | 04 |
| Punjab | Punjabi / Hindi | 96 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 96 |
| Sikkim | Nepali / English | 04 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 391 |
| Telangana | Telugu / Urdu | 134 |
| Tripura | Bengali / Kokborok | 08 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi / Urdu | 409 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 48 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Nepali | 150 |
| Grand Total | 3,500 |
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Min. of 20 years and Max. of 28 years as on 01/09/2026 |
| Gender | Both Male & Female are eligible |
| Educational Qualification | A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a university recognized by the Govt. of India, or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government. |
| Graduation Passing Window | Candidates must have passed their Graduation not earlier than 01.01.2023 and not later than 01.09.2026 (both days inclusive). |
| Test of Local Language | Candidates who produce a 10th or 12th standard mark sheet/ certificate showing they studied the opted local language will not have to take the local language test. For other candidates, the test will be conducted when they are called for Document Verification. Candidates who fail to qualify will not be engaged as apprentices. |
| Physical/ Medical Fitness | Engagement is subject to the candidate being declared medically fit as per the requirement of the Bank. |
| Portal Registration | Candidates need a 100% complete profile on https:/ / nats.education.gov.in before applying. |
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment Salary
Apprentices are not employees of Canara Bank. A monthly stipend is paid instead of a salary during the apprenticeship period.
| Monthly Stipend | ₹16,650/- (including subsidy amount, if any, by Govt. of India) |
|---|---|
| Paid by Canara Bank | ₹10,500/- per month into the apprentice's account |
| Government Share | ₹6,150/-, credited directly to the apprentice's bank account through DBT mode as per extant guidelines |
| Deductions | Stipend is paid each month after adjusting loss of pay, if any |
| Other Allowances/ Benefits | Not eligible for any other allowances or benefits |
Canara Bank Apprentice Age Limit and Relaxation
Minimum 20 years and Maximum 28 years. Candidate must have been born not earlier than 02/09/1998 and not later than 01/09/2006 (both days inclusive).
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities as defined under "The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016" | 10 Years |
| Widows, divorced women and women legally separated from their husbands who have not remarried | Age concession up to the age of 35 years for General/ EWS, 38 years for OBC and 40 years for SC/ ST candidates |
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment Selection Process
- Merit list
- Document Verification
- Local Language Test
- Final Selection
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 25/09/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 01/10/2026 |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 17/10/2026 |
| Online Fee Payment End Date | 17/10/2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-Off DateDate of reckoning for eligibility (age, qualification, etc.) | 01/09/2026 |
| Registration on Apprenticeship portal https:/ / nats.education.gov.in (100% complete profile required) | Register before applying for Apprentice Training, if not registered earlier |
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment How to Apply
- Step 1: Register on https:/ / nats.education.gov.in and complete your profile to 100%. Keep the enrollment number generated.
- Step 2: Visit www.canarabank.bank.in, open Careers, then Recruitment, then the link "Engagement of Graduate Apprentices in Canara Bank under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27".
- Step 3: Click "CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION" and enter basic information. A provisional registration number and password are generated and sent by email and SMS. Saved data can be reopened using them.
- Step 4: Enter the NATS enrollment ID, fill all fields, and choose one State along with district preferences.
- Step 5: Upload the photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration
- Step 6: Use "SAVE AND NEXT" to verify details. No change is possible after clicking FINAL SUBMIT.
- Step 7: Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Step 8: Submit the application.
- Step 9: Take a printout for future reference.
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment Important Links
| Official Website Link | Click Here → |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Link | Apply Here → |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF → |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q 1. What is the total number of vacancies in Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 3,500 Graduate Apprentice training seats have been notified for FY 2026-27.
Q 2. What is the start date to apply for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The start date for online application is 01 October 2026.
Q 3. What is the last date to apply for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 17 October 2026.
Q 4. What is the age limit for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 posts?
Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years (born not earlier than 02.09.1998 and not later than 01.09.2006). Age relaxation is applicable as per Bank / Government rules.
Q 5. What is the application fee for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
NIL for SC/ST/PWD/Female candidates and ₹500/- for all other candidates (including OBC and EWS).
Abbreviation
| FY | Financial Year |
|---|---|
| AO | Administrative Officer |
| AI | Artificial Intelligence |
| GEN | General Category |
| UR | Unreserved Category |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribes |
| OBC | Other Backward Class |
| NCL | Non-Creamy Layer |
| ESM / XSM | Ex-Serviceman |
| PwBD | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
| Max | Maximum |
| Min | Minimum |
| GST | Goods and Services Tax |
| CBT | Computer Bases Test |
| IDA | Industrial Dearness Allowance |
| MCA | Master of Computer Applications |
| MBA | Master of Business Administration |
| CA | Chartered Accountant |
| PGDM | Post Graduate Diploma in Management |
| CMA | Certified Management Accountant |
| HRA | House Rent Allowance |
| Ph.D. | Doctor of Philosophy |
| PG | Post Graduation |
| M.Sc. | Master of Science |
| B.Tech. | Bachelor of Technology |
| B.E. | Bachelor of Engineering |
| M.Tech. | Master of Technology |
| LLB | Bachelor of Laws |
| VDA | Variable Dearness Allowance |
| CS | Computer Science |
| IT | Information Technology |
| ITI | Industrial Training Institute |
| AICTE | All India Council for Technical Education |
| NCVT | National Council for Vocational Training |
| UGC | University Grants Commission |
| BCA | Bachelor of Computer Applications |
| B.Com. | Bachelor of Commerce |
| UPI | Unified Payments Interface |
| JMGS | Junior Management Grade Scale |
| MMGS | Middle Management Grade Scale |
| SMGS | Senior Management Grade Scale |