The Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has been released notification for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026. This is an excellent career option for graduate candidates. There are around 750 vacancies announced under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Online registration process begins from 07 July 2026 and the last date is 20 July 2026. Selected candidates will get attractive stipend for one year training period. Interested applicants can apply before last date.
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IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification
The Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has been recruiting applications for the post of Apprentice. Vacancies have been released for different states and UTs of the country. A total of 750 posts declared. Last date for online application process is 20 July 2026.
Name of Organization: Indian Overseas Bank (IOB)
Post Name: Apprentice
Advertisement Number: HRDD/APPR/01/2026-27
Total Vacancies: 750 posts
Apprenticeship Period: One year
Mode of Application: Online only
Required Qualification: Graduate Degree
Online Apply Date: 07 July 2026
Last Date to Apply: 20 July 2026
Online Exam: 02 August 2026 (Tentatively)
Official Website: www.iob.in
IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Vacancies have been announced for various states and UTs. There are 750 Apprentice vacancies released under Advertisement No. HRDD/APPR/01/2026-27. Check below details:
| State/UTs | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 110 |
| Tamil Nadu | 200 |
| Maharashtra | 85 |
| Delhi | 53 |
| Bihar | 35 |
| West Bengal | 35 |
| Rajasthan | 16 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 15 |
| Puducherry | 12 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 12 |
| Kerala | 33 |
| Chhattisgarh | 10 |
| Punjab | 24 |
| Odisha | 22 |
| Gujarat | 16 |
| Haryana | 16 |
| Uttarakhand | 8 |
| Jharkhand | 8 |
| Telangana | 6 |
| Karnataka | 6 |
| Chandigarh | 4 |
| Assam | 4 |
| Manipur | 4 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 2 |
| Meghalaya | 2 |
| Mizoram | 2 |
| Sikkim | 2 |
| Tripura | 2 |
| Goa | 1 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 1 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 1 |
| Andaman & Nicobar | 1 |
| Daman & Diu | 1 |
| Nagaland | 1 |
Category Wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 232 |
| OBC | 247 |
| SC | 176 |
| ST | 63 |
| EWS | 32 |
| Total | 750 |
Important Dates For IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Below scheduled dates are important to note for applying IOB Apprentice Recruitment.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Out Date | 07 July 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 20 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 22 July 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 07 July 2026 |
IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification are educational qualification and age limit should be followed by candidates.
Educational Qualification
• Candidates must have completed graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized organization.
• Candidates who has not appeared final year yet are not eligible for applying.
Age Limit for IOB Apprentice Recruitment
Applicants minimum age must be 20 years and upper age limit should not be more than 28 years. Check official notification details.
Category Age Limit
Minimum Age 20 Years
Maximum Age 28 Years
Age relaxation for reserved categories will be applicable as per rules.
Category Wise Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 to 15 Years |
| Persons affected by 1984 Riots | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per rule |
Application Fee for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Certain amount of application fee must be paid online by applicants. It differs category wise. Check below details:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS Male | Rs. 944 (₹800 + including GST) |
| General/OBC/EWS Female | Rs. 708 (₹600 + including GST) |
| PwBD/SC/ST | Rs. 236 (200 + including GST) |
IOB Apprentice Recruitment Stipend
Appointed candidates will undergo for one year duration of apprenticeship training where candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,500 for metro locations candidates, ₹14,500 for urban locations candidates and ₹14,000 for rural locations candidates.
Selection Process for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Indian Overseas Bank selection process follows some stages such as Online Written Examination, Local Language Proficiency Test, Document Verification, Personal Interaction.
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• Online Written Examination
Online written test will be conducted based on the number of applications received.
• Local Language Proficiency Test
Candidates must have knowledge of local language to communicate with local people followed by Personal Interaction.
• Documents Verification
At this stage, candidates original documents will be verified.
IOB Apprentice Exam Pattern
Questions will cover from English Language, General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Computer Knowledge. Type of questions are bjective type where 100 questions for 100 marks. Duration of exam is 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes).
Documents Required for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates should keep below documents ready:
• Educational certificates
• Valid email ID and mobile number.
• Proof of identity.
• Scanned signature.
• Recent passport-size photocopy.
• Category certificate (if required)
How to Apply for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow below simple steps for applying online. No offline application process is acceptable.
Visit the official Indian Overseas Bank website at www.iob.in. On Recruitment section, click on the IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 link. Register yourself. Fill in your name, date of birth, and other personal and educational details. Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature. Pay the application fee online via available payment modes.Submit the application form and download confirmation page for future use.
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IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 20 July 2026.
Q2. What is the application fee for candidates?
Category wise application fee varies. For General/OBC/EWS male candidates, fee charges Rs. 944 (including GST). For General/OBC/EWS female candidates, fee is Rs. 708 (₹600 + including GST). For PwBD/SC/ST categories, it is Rs. 236 (including GST).
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Required educational qualification must be graduation.
Q4. What is the number of vacancies announced by IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 750 vacancies announced.
Q5. What is the training duration for selected candidates?
Selected candidates will undergo for one year of apprenticeship training.