Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Recruitment notification has been out for FY 2026-27. Candidates are required to register at Apprenticeship portal first before applying. Candidates aged 20 to 28 years are eligible to apply.
Canara Bank, a leading Public Sector Bank has released Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27. A total of 3500 vacancies out in this recruitment. Eligible candidates are required to register on the apprenticeship portal at https://nats.education.gov.in before applying for Apprenticeship Training. Candidate with 100% complete profile on the apprenticeship portal only are eligible to apply. Selected candidates will undergo for 12 months training period. Online application will start from 01 October 2026 to 17 October 2026.
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Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Bank | Canara Bank |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Training Seats | 3,500 |
| Training period | 12 months |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application starts Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Last date to Apply | 17 October 2026 |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline |
| Stipend Amount | ₹16,650/month |
| Official Website | canarabank.bank.in |
Important Dates for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 01 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 October 2026 |
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 3500 Graduate Apprentice posts out. Vacancies are distributed among all the states/UTs and all the categories.
| States/UTs | Local Language | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Andaman and Nicobar Islands (UT) | Hindi/English | 4 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu/Urdu | 247 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 5 |
| Assam | Assamese/Bengali/Bodo | 42 |
| Bihar | Hindi/Urdu | 122 |
| Chandigarh (UT) | Hindi/Punjabi | 6 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 39 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli (UT) | Gujarati | 1 |
| Daman and Diu (UT) | Gujarati | 1 |
| Delhi (UT) | 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 (UT) | Urdu/ Ladakhi/Bhoti (Bodhi) | 1 |
| Lakshadweep (UT) | Malayalam | 4 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 110 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 205 |
| Manipur | Manipuri / English | 3 |
| Meghalaya | English/Garo/Khasi | 5 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 2 |
| Nagaland | English | 4 |
| Odisha | Odia | 104 |
| Pondicherry (UT) | Tamil | 4 |
| Punjab | Punjabi/Hindi | 96 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 96 |
| Sikkim | Nepali/English | 4 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 391 |
| Telangana | Telugu/Urdu | 134 |
| Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 8 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi/Urdu | 409 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 48 |
| Bengal | Bengali/Nepali | 150 |
Note:
• Candidates can opt for training seats in only ONE STATE.
• Bank reserves the right to allot training seat in any district of Selected State as per administrative requirement.
• Before applying, candidates are requested to ensure that they fulfill the eligibility criteria for the training seats.
• Candidates are advised to check Bank’s website (www.canarabank.bank.in ) Careers, Recruitment, Engagement of Graduate Apprentices in Canara Bank under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27 for details and updates.
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Date of Reckoning for eligibility | All the eligibility (Age, Qualification, etc.) shall be computed as on 01.09.2026 (inclusive |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a university recognized by the Govt. of India or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. 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 10th or 12th standard mark sheet/ certificate evidencing having studied the specified opted local language will not be required to undergo the local language test. Other candidates will undergo for the test of local language, which is a part of selection process. It will be at Document Verification by the Bank. Fail to qualify this test will not be engaged as apprentice. |
| Physical/ Medical fitness | Engagement of selected Apprentices is subject to being declared medically fit as per the requirement of the Bank |
Age Limit
Interested candidates can check other banking recruitment pages
Minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years as on the date of reckoning the eligibility i.e., Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.09.1998 and not later than 01.09.2006 (both days inclusive). Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.
Category Wise Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (NonCreamy Layer) | 3 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 for General/EWS/38 years for OBC /40 years, for SC/ST candidates |
Other Important Notes:
1. Relaxation in upper age limit to SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates is allowed on cumulative basis with only one of the remaining categories for which age relaxation is permitted.
2. Candidates seeking age relaxation will be required to submit necessary certificate(s) in original along with photo-copies at the time of document verification / reporting for On-the-Job training.
3. Reservation for PwBD is horizontal and within the overall training vacancies for the State.
4. No Ex-servicemen / Disabled Ex-Servicemen shall be engaged as an apprentice and no reservation in the apprentice Engagement.
5. The Candidate should not have undergone Apprenticeship Training either with Canara Bank or others earlier as per the Apprentices Act 1961 as amended or terminated in between the course of Apprenticeship Training.
6. Candidates who had undergone training or having job experience of one or more years’ shall not be eligible for Apprentice.
7. Caste / Category Certificate issued by competent authority in the prescribed format as stipulated by Government of India in case of SC / ST / OBC/ PwBD category candidates.
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Some Terms and Conditions
| Period of Apprenticeship Training | The Period of Apprenticeship Training will be 12 Months. |
|---|---|
| Place of Training | The On-the-job training will be imparted to the candidates at the select branches as per course/curriculum. |
| Profile | Apprentice Note: The candidates eligible as Apprentice will NOT be treated as “employees” of the Canara Bank and will not be receive any benefits available for the employees. |
Application Fee for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Category | Application Fee / Intimation Charges (Non-Refundable) |
|---|---|
| SC/ ST/ PwBD | Nil |
| All Others | Rs. 500 (incl. intimation charges) |
Selection Process for Canara Bank
1. Merit list will be prepared State wise in descending order on the basis of marks/percentage obtained in 12th Std (HSC/10+2)/ Diploma Examination.
2. The minimum qualifying marks will not be less than 60% (55% for SC / ST /PwBD candidates) 12th Std (HSC/10+2)/ Diploma Examination.
3. CGPA / OGPA should be converted into percentage and indicated in online application.
4. Document Verification and test of local language will be conducted during Document Verification.
5. Final selection is based on Verification of the eligibility for the training seat and information furnished in the online application. Qualification in the test of local language for the State opted. Being declared medically fit.
How to Apply for Canara Bank Apprentice 2026
1. First register at https:/ / nats.education.gov.in and complete profile 100%. Keep the enrollment number generated.
2. Visit at www.canarabank.bank.in and go to careers, Recruitment, Engagement of Graduate Apprentices in Canara Bank under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27.
3. Click on CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION” to register application by entering basic information.
4. Enter nats enrollment ID and fill details and choose one state with district.
5. Upload photograph/ signature/ left thumb impression/ handwritten declaration/
6. Use “SAVE AND NEXT” to verify details. No change is possible after clicking FINAL SUBMIT.
7. Pay application fee online, if required.
Documents Produced at Time of Engagement
• Valid system generated printout of the online application.
• Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate issued by Competent Authority or SSLC/Std. X Certificate with Date of Birth)
• For identification, bring Passport/ Aadhar Card/ PAN Card/Voter ID/ Driving License/ any other Photo ID card issued by Statutory Authorities.
• Mark Sheets/ Certificate form SSC examination to the highest examination passed. Individual Semester/ Year wise Mark sheets & certificates including final degree. Proper document from Board/ University for result on or before the cut-off date must be submitted.
• Income and Asset Certificate issued by Competent Authority, strictly in the prescribed format by Govt. of India, in case of EWSs category candidates.
• Unique Disability ID (UDID) card and Disability Certificate issued by the Medical Board duly constituted by the Central or State Government.
• Any other relevant documents in support of eligibility.
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Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the number of vacancies announced by Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 3500 vacancies announced for Apprentice Posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Last date to Apply is 17 October 2026.
Q3. What is the required qualification for candidates?
Required qualification is graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Q4. What is the application fees for candidates?
Required application fee is Rs. 500 for all candidates except SC/ ST/ PwBD.
Q5. What is the amount of stipend selected candidates will get?
Appointed candidates will get monthly stipend of Rs. 16,650 (including subsidy amount, if any, by Govt. of India)