Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026 – 4,500 Vacancies for Graduates: Apply by 22 June
Central Bank of India has released a massive apprenticeship notification for 4,500 graduates under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is not a permanent job — it's a 1-year structured training programme at Central Bank of India branches across the country, after which you receive a certificate that significantly improves your banking sector employment prospects. The stipend during training is around ₹15,000/month. Applications close fast — deadline is just 22 June 2026.
Vacancy Distribution (Category-wise)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 1,903 |
| OBC | 1,049 |
| EWS | 454 |
| SC | 701 |
| ST | 393 |
| Total | 4,500 |
Eligibility
| Parameter | Details |
|---|
| Education | Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university |
| Age (as on 01 Jun 2026) | Minimum 20 years, Maximum 28 years |
| Age Relaxation | As per Central Bank Apprentice rules |
| Registration | Must be registered on NATS Portal (nats.education.gov.in) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Opens | 12 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 June 2026 |
| Fee Last Date | 22 June 2026 |
| Exam / Training Start | July 2026 (approx.) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| Gen / OBC / EWS — Male | ₹944 (inclusive of taxes) |
| Gen / OBC / EWS — Female | ₹708 |
| SC / ST / PH / Transgender | ₹236 |
| Payment Mode | Online / Offline |
Why consider this? Banking apprenticeships count as work experience for future bank job applications. Many apprentices who complete their year with Central Bank of India go on to clear IBPS PO/Clerk exams and get absorbed into the banking sector permanently. The hands-on experience in a public sector bank environment is genuinely valuable — especially for first-time job seekers after graduation.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the NATS Portal (nats.education.gov.in) — the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal managed by the Ministry of Education. Register on NATS first if you haven't already. Then search for Central Bank of India and apply. Direct applications to the bank are not accepted.