Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5000 Posts Across India
Bank of Baroda (BOB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, has officially released Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2026/01 dated 19 May 2026 for the engagement of 5,000 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for a training period of 12 months. The recruitment is conducted through the BFSI Sector Skill Council of India (BFSI SSC) and covers vacancies across 35 States and Union Territories of India. Online applications are open from 19 May 2026 and close on 08 June 2026. Candidates with any Graduate degree and a monthly stipend of ₹15,000/- make this one of the most sought-after banking apprenticeship opportunities of 2026.
Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Bank of Baroda (BOB), Mumbai |
| Advertisement No. | BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2026/01 dated 19/05/2026 |
| Conducted By | BFSI Sector Skill Council of India (BFSI SSC) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Training Seats | 5,000 (across 35 States/UTs) |
| Stipend | ₹15,000/- per month (No other allowances) |
| Training Duration | 12 Months (On-the-Job Training) |
| Application Mode | Online (via NATS / NAPS portals + BFSI SSC payment link) |
| Selection Mode | Online Examination + Document Verification + Local Language Test |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 01 May 2026 |
| Official Website | bankofbaroda.bank.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 08 June 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date (Age & Qualification) | 01 May 2026 |
| Online Examination Date | To be notified on bankofbaroda.bank.in & bfsissc.com |
| Document Verification & Language Test Date | To be notified after Online Examination Result |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (+ GST) |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC – Male Candidates | ₹800/- + GST |
| General / EWS / OBC – Female / Transgender Candidates | ₹600/- + GST |
| SC / ST Candidates | ₹200/- + GST |
| PwBD Candidates | ₹200/- + GST |
Vacancy Details – State/UT-wise Distribution
| S. No. | State / UT | Vacancies | S. No. | State / UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gujarat | 960 | 19 | Andhra Pradesh | 188 |
| 2 | Uttar Pradesh | 764 | 20 | Tamil Nadu | 199 |
| 3 | Maharashtra | 580 | 21 | West Bengal | 194 |
| 4 | Karnataka | 483 | 22 | Bihar | 179 |
| 5 | Rajasthan | 412 | 23 | Madhya Pradesh | 136 |
| 6 | Telangana | 83 | 24 | Chhattisgarh | 122 |
| 7 | Kerala | 111 | 25 | Odisha | 92 |
| 8 | Delhi | 91 | 26 | Jharkhand | 64 |
| 9 | Haryana | 84 | 27 | Uttarakhand | 76 |
| 10 | Punjab | 78 | 28 | Assam | 29 |
| 11 | Goa | 29 | 29 | Himachal Pradesh | 08 |
| 12 | Chandigarh | 04 | 30 | Dadra & NH and D&D | 07 |
| 13 | Puducherry | 04 | 31 | Jammu & Kashmir | 02 |
| 14 | Arunachal Pradesh | 04 | 32 | Ladakh | 02 |
| 15 | Meghalaya | 04 | 33 | Mizoram | 02 |
| 16 | Nagaland | 03 | 34 | Tripura | 03 |
| 17 | Manipur | 01 | 35 | Sikkim | 01 |
| 18 | Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 01 | Grand Total | 5,000 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University (or Central Government-recognized equivalent qualification) |
| NATS Candidates | Date of passing graduation must NOT be more than 4 years prior to 01 May 2026 (i.e., passed in 2022 or later) |
| Prior Apprenticeship | Should NOT have completed apprenticeship with Bank of Baroda or any other establishment previously |
| Work / Training Experience | Candidates with 1 year or more of training/job experience after graduation are NOT eligible |
| State/UT Restriction | Can apply for only one State/UT and must select up to 3 preferred training locations within that State |
Age Limit (as on 01 May 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / EWS | 20 to 28 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Up to 31 Years (+3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | Up to 33 Years (+5 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – General / EWS | Up to 38 Years (+10 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – OBC (NCL) | Up to 41 Years (+13 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – SC / ST | Up to 43 Years (+15 years relaxation) |
| NAPS Registered Candidates | Must be below 34 years as on 01 May 2026 |
Mandatory Pre-Registration (Before Applying)
| Portal | For Whom | Website |
|---|---|---|
| NATS – National Apprenticeship Training Scheme | Graduate candidates (fresher / recent graduates) | nats.education.gov.in |
| NAPS – National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme | All other eligible candidates (including older graduates) | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
Selection Process
Selection consists of three mandatory stages. Candidates must qualify all three to be finally engaged.
Stage 1 – Online Examination (100 Marks)
| Test | Questions | Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | Hindi / English |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 | Hindi / English |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | Hindi / English |
| General English | 25 | 25 | English Only |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Stage 2 – Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates will be called to a Bank-designated centre in their applied State/UT for document verification at their own expense — no TA/DA is payable.
Stage 3 – Test of Local Language
| State / UT | Language(s) Required |
|---|---|
| Gujarat / Dadra & NH | Gujarati |
| Maharashtra | Marathi |
| Karnataka | Kannada |
| Tamil Nadu / Puducherry | Tamil |
| Andhra Pradesh / Telangana | Telugu / Urdu |
| Kerala | Malayalam |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Nepali |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi / Urdu |
| Rajasthan / MP / Delhi / CG / HP / UK / Haryana | Hindi |
| Punjab / Chandigarh / Haryana | Punjabi / Hindi |
| Bihar / Jharkhand | Hindi / Urdu / Santhali |
| Odisha | Odia |
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo |
| J&K | Urdu / Hindi |
| Goa | Konkani |
| Arunachal Pradesh / Nagaland / Meghalaya / Sikkim | English |
| Manipur | Manipuri / English |
| Mizoram | Mizo |
| Tripura | Bengali / Kokborok |
| Ladakh | Urdu / Ladakhi / Bhoti |
Stipend & Training Details
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly Stipend | ₹15,000/- per month (paid after adjusting Loss of Pay, if any) |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
| Nature of Training | On-the-Job Training at Bank of Baroda branches/offices |
| Accommodation | Not provided — candidates must arrange on their own |
| Transport Facility | Not provided |
| Employment After Training | No right or claim — Bank is under no obligation to offer regular employment |
How to Apply for Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- First, pre-register on the mandatory Government portals:
- NATS Portal (for Graduate fresher candidates): nats.education.gov.in
- NAPS Portal (for other eligible candidates): apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Keep the following documents ready for NATS/NAPS registration:
- Aadhaar Card (Front & Back), PAN Card, Passport-size Photo, Signature
- 10th, 12th, and Degree Marksheets / Provisional Certificate
- Savings Bank Passbook / Cheque Leaf
- After NATS/NAPS registration, watch for an invitation email from BFSI SSC at your registered email ID with the link to fill the Application-cum-Examination Form.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and preferred State/UT with up to 3 training location preferences.
- Note down your NATS Enrolment ID or NAPS Apprentice Registration Code for all future correspondence.
- Pay the applicable application fee via the BFSI SSC secure payment link (online mode only).
- Submit the form — registration is complete only after successful fee payment.
- Save the confirmation page and your unique registration number for future reference.
- Monitor your registered email and bankofbaroda.bank.in / bfsissc.com for Online Examination date and further updates.
Important Links
| Apply Online (BFSI SSC Portal) | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| NATS Pre-Registration Portal | nats.education.gov.in |
| NAPS Pre-Registration Portal | apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| BFSI SSC Website | bfsissc.com |
| Official Bank of Baroda Website | bankofbaroda.bank.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to complete the online application (including fee payment) is 08 June 2026. The application window opened on 19 May 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 5,000 Apprentice training seats are available across 35 States and Union Territories of India. The highest seats are in Gujarat (960), Uttar Pradesh (764), Maharashtra (580), Karnataka (483), and Rajasthan (412).
Q3. What is the eligibility for BOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must hold a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. They must be aged between 20 and 28 years as on 01 May 2026 (relaxation available for reserved categories). Candidates must NOT have prior apprenticeship experience or 1 year or more of job/training experience post-graduation. Pre-registration on NATS or NAPS portal is mandatory.
Q4. What is the application fee for Bank of Baroda Apprentice 2026?
The fee is ₹800/- + GST for General/EWS/OBC Male candidates and ₹600/- + GST for General/EWS/OBC Female/Transgender candidates. SC/ST and PwBD candidates pay only ₹200/- + GST. Fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through the BFSI SSC payment gateway.
Q5. Does Bank of Baroda Apprenticeship offer permanent employment after training?
No. The BOB Apprentice engagement is purely a 12-month training arrangement under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Apprentices are trainees — not employees of Bank of Baroda. The Bank has no obligation to offer regular or contractual employment during or after the training period.
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