Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has been announced for the engagement of 3,500 Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for the financial year 2026-27. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online for apprenticeship training across participating states and Union Territories. The official notification states that online applications will be accepted from October 1 to October 17, 2026.
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
Canara Bank has invited applications from graduates for a 12-month apprenticeship training programme. Candidates will receive on-the-job training at selected Canara Bank branches according to the prescribed curriculum. The bank has notified a total of 3,500 training seats, including 581 seats in Karnataka.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Canara Bank |
| Post | Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Seats | 3,500 |
| Karnataka Seats | 581 |
| Training Period | 12 Months |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | October 1–17, 2026 |
| Stipend | ₹16,650 per month |
| Official Website | Canara Bank |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have completed a degree in any discipline from a university recognized by the Government of India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. The graduation qualification must have been obtained between January 1, 2023 and September 1, 2026.
The age limit is 20 to 28 years as of September 1, 2026. Candidates must have been born between September 2, 1998 and September 1, 2006, subject to applicable age relaxations for reserved categories and other eligible groups.
Candidates must also satisfy the local-language requirement for the state they choose. Those who studied the specified local language in Class 10 or 12 can provide the relevant marksheet or certificate as evidence.
Stipend and Training Period
The apprenticeship training will continue for 12 months. Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹16,650, including the applicable government subsidy. Canara Bank will pay ₹10,500 directly, while ₹6,150 will be credited through DBT as the government share, subject to the notification’s conditions.
After successfully completing the apprenticeship, candidates will receive NATS joint certification. However, the apprenticeship does not guarantee regular employment with Canara Bank.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on a state-wise merit list prepared using marks obtained in Class 12/HSC or Diploma. The minimum qualifying marks are 60%, while SC, ST and PwBD candidates require at least 55%. Document verification, local-language testing where applicable and medical fitness are part of the final selection process.
How to Apply
Candidates must first register on the NATS apprenticeship portal and complete their profile. They can then apply through Canara Bank’s Careers section between October 1 and October 17, 2026. The application fee is ₹500 for candidates other than SC/ST/PwBD, while the fee is nil for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Applicants should carefully check the official notification and keep their educational documents, photograph, signature, thumb impression and other required documents ready before submitting the application.
