Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 3500 Graduate Apprentice Posts

Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

The dates for document verification and the local language test have not been specified in the notification. Candidates should check the Canara Bank website for further announcements.

Important Instructions

• Apply online before 17 October 2026.
• Complete NATS registration before submitting the Canara Bank application.
• Ensure the NATS profile is 100% complete.
• Apply for only one State.
• Enter educational marks correctly because the merit list is prepared using the information submitted in the application.
• Verify all details before final submission.
• Keep the registration number, password and NATS Enrollment ID safe.
• Save the application form and fee receipt.
• Keep original documents ready for verification.
• Candidates should regularly check the official Canara Bank website for document verification and local language test dates.

Important Eligibility Conditions

Candidates should also note the following conditions:

• The candidate must have completed graduation within the prescribed period.
• The candidate must not have undergone apprenticeship training with Canara Bank or another organization previously.
• The candidate must not currently be undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act.
• Candidates who have been terminated from previous apprenticeship training because of their own fault are not eligible.
• Candidates who have undergone training or have one or more years of job experience after completing the educational qualification are not eligible.
• Candidates can apply for training seats in only one State.
• The selected candidate must satisfy the local-language requirement.
• Final engagement is subject to medical fitness.

Canara Bank has announced 3,500 Graduate Apprentice training seats across different States and Union Territories.

Candidates can choose training seats in only one State. Within the selected State, candidates can provide preferences for districts. The final district allotment will depend on the availability of seats and the administrative requirements of the Bank.

State-Wise Vacancy Details

Candidates must select only one State while applying.

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must possess:

A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a university recognized by the Government of India, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.

Graduation Passing Date

Candidates must have passed their graduation:

• Not earlier than 01 January 2023
• Not later than 01 September 2026

Both dates are inclusive.

Therefore, candidates who completed graduation before 01 January 2023 are not eligible for this apprenticeship recruitment.

Canara Bank Apprentice Age Limit

The age limit is calculated as on 01 September 2026.

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 28 Years

Candidates must have been born between 02 September 1998 and 01 September 2006, both dates inclusive.

Age Relaxation

The maximum age limit of 28 years applies to General and EWS candidates. Applicable relaxation must be supported by the required documents during verification.

Age Limit for Your Site

Minimum Age: 20 Years

Maximum Age: 28 Years

Local Language Requirement

Candidates must have proficiency in the local language of the State they select.

Candidates who studied the opted local language in 10th or 12th standard and can produce the relevant marksheet/certificate will not be required to appear for the local language test.

Candidates who cannot produce such proof will have to appear for a Test of Local Language during document verification.

Candidates who fail to qualify in the required local language test will not be engaged as apprentices.

Canara Bank Apprentice Stipend

Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of:

₹16,650/- per month

The stipend consists of:

The government contribution is paid through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), subject to the applicable guidelines.

Important

Apprentices are not employees of Canara Bank and the stipend is not treated as a regular salary. Apprentices are not entitled to other employee allowances or benefits under this engagement.

Training Duration

The apprenticeship training will be for:

12 Months

The engagement is made under the Apprentices Act, 1961.

This recruitment is for apprenticeship training and does not constitute a permanent appointment in Canara Bank.

Application Fee

Candidates have to pay the prescribed application/intimation charges online.

The ₹500 fee includes intimation charges and is non-refundable.

Payment can be made through available online payment methods including debit card, credit card, internet banking, IMPS, cash cards or mobile wallets.

There is no written examination mentioned for this recruitment.

The selection process is primarily merit-based.

Selection Stages

1. State-wise Merit List
2. Document Verification
3. Local Language Test, wherever applicable
4. Medical Fitness

1. State-Wise Merit List

Canara Bank will prepare a state-wise merit list based on the percentage/marks obtained in:

• 12th Standard / HSC / 10+2, or
• Diploma

The merit list will be prepared in descending order of marks.

Minimum Marks

Candidates must have secured:

• 60% marks in 12th Standard/Diploma for General candidates.
• 55% marks for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

Fractions are ignored. For example, 59.99% will be treated as below 60%.

Tie-Breaker

Where candidates have equal marks, the candidate who is older in age will be placed higher in the merit list.

2. Document Verification

Shortlisted candidates must produce their original documents for verification.

Any discrepancy between the application information and original documents may result in disqualification.

3. Local Language Test

Candidates who do not have documentary proof of studying the selected State's local language in 10th or 12th standard will have to qualify in the local language test.

4. Medical Fitness

Final engagement is subject to the candidate being declared medically fit according to Canara Bank's requirements.

NATS Registration is Mandatory

Candidates must register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal before applying for the Canara Bank apprenticeship.

The candidate's NATS profile must be 100% complete.

Candidates should obtain their NATS Enrollment ID and enter it while completing the Canara Bank application form.

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• Proof of Date of Birth
• SSLC/10th certificate
• 12th Standard marksheet/certificate
• Graduation marksheets
• Final degree certificate
• Government-issued photo ID
• NATS Enrollment ID
• Caste certificate, if applicable
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate, if applicable
• EWS Income and Asset Certificate, if applicable
• PwBD/Disability Certificate, if applicable
• Other documents supporting eligibility

Original documents along with self-attested copies will be required during the document verification/engagement process.

Image Upload Specifications

Candidates should upload the required images according to the prescribed specifications.

The photograph should be a recent colour passport-style photograph with a light background.

The signature should be made using black ink on white paper.

The handwritten declaration must be written in English using the candidate's own handwriting and should not be written in capital letters.

Candidates have to apply online. No other mode of application will be accepted.

Step 1 – Register on NATS

Visit the NATS apprenticeship portal and complete your profile.

Candidates should ensure that the profile is 100% complete and keep their NATS Enrollment ID ready.

Step 2 – Visit Canara Bank Website

Visit the official Canara Bank website and go to:

Careers → Recruitment

Find the recruitment titled:

“Engagement of Graduate Apprentices in Canara Bank under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27”

Step 3 – New Registration

Click on the new registration link and enter the required basic information.

A provisional registration number and password will be generated and sent to the registered email ID/mobile number.

Step 4 – Complete Application

Enter:

• Personal details
• Educational qualification
• NATS Enrollment ID
• Category details
• State preference
• District preferences
• Other required information

Candidates can select only one State.

Step 5 – Upload Documents

Upload the required:

• Photograph
• Signature
• Left thumb impression
• Handwritten declaration

Step 6 – Pay Application Fee

Pay the applicable application fee online.

Step 7 – Final Submission

Check all details carefully before clicking Final Submit.

No changes can be made after final submission.

Step 8 – Save Application

Download and print:

• Submitted application form
• E-receipt
• Registration details

Keep these documents safely for future reference.