Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27
4500 Vacancies | Graduate Pass | Online Application: 12 June - 22 June 2026
Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27: Central Bank of India (CBI), one of India's leading Public Sector Banks established in 1911, has released an official notification for the engagement of 4500 Apprentices for the Financial Year 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a golden opportunity for graduates across India to gain hands-on banking experience with a stipend of Rs.15,000 per month. The online registration window is open from 12 June 2026 to 22 June 2026. Read this complete article for eligibility, vacancies, application process, and all key details.
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Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Central Bank of India |
| Post Name | Apprentice (Graduate) |
| Total Vacancies | 4500 |
| Job Location | Pan India (All States/UTs) |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in Any Discipline (on/after 01.01.2022) |
| Age Limit | 20 - 28 Years (as on 31.05.2026) |
| Monthly Stipend | Rs.15,000 per month |
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
| Application Mode | Online (via NATS + BEEP Portal) |
| Online Registration Opens | 12 June 2026 |
| Online Registration Closes | 22 June 2026 |
| Application Fee Payment | 12 June 2026 to 22 June 2026 |
| Online Exam Date (Tentative) | 1st Week of July 2026 |
| Exam Conducting Body | BFSI SSC |
| Official Website | centralbank.bank.in |
| NATS Portal | nats.education.gov.in |
| BEEP Portal | beep.bfsissc.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 12 June 2026 |
| Online Registration Ends | 22 June 2026 |
| Application Fee Payment Window | 12 June - 22 June 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-Off Date | 31 May 2026 |
| Online Examination (Tentative) | 1st Week of July 2026 |
State-wise & Category-wise Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 4500 | SC: 701 | ST: 393 | OBC: 1049 | EWS: 454 | UR: 1903 | VI: 45 | HI: 45 | OH: 45 | ID: 45
| State / UT | Total | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 128 | 20 | 9 | 35 | 13 | 51 | 5 |
| Assam | 118 | 8 | 14 | 32 | 12 | 52 | 5 |
| Bihar | 433 | 69 | 4 | 117 | 43 | 200 | 17 |
| Chhattisgarh | 114 | 14 | 36 | 7 | 11 | 46 | 5 |
| Delhi (NCT) | 97 | 15 | 7 | 26 | 10 | 39 | 4 |
| Gujarat | 305 | 21 | 46 | 82 | 31 | 125 | 12 |
| Haryana | 137 | 26 | 0 | 37 | 14 | 60 | 6 |
| Jharkhand | 87 | 10 | 23 | 10 | 9 | 35 | 4 |
| Karnataka | 105 | 17 | 7 | 28 | 11 | 42 | 4 |
| Kerala | 116 | 12 | 1 | 31 | 12 | 60 | 5 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 459 | 69 | 92 | 69 | 46 | 183 | 18 |
| Maharashtra | 586 | 59 | 53 | 158 | 59 | 257 | 23 |
| Odisha | 103 | 16 | 23 | 12 | 10 | 42 | 4 |
| Punjab | 142 | 41 | 0 | 30 | 14 | 57 | 6 |
| Rajasthan | 170 | 29 | 22 | 34 | 17 | 68 | 7 |
| Tamil Nadu | 202 | 38 | 2 | 55 | 20 | 87 | 8 |
| Telangana | 100 | 16 | 7 | 27 | 10 | 40 | 4 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 580 | 122 | 6 | 157 | 58 | 237 | 23 |
| West Bengal | 315 | 72 | 16 | 69 | 32 | 126 | 13 |
| TOTAL (All States) | 4500 | 701 | 393 | 1049 | 454 | 1903 | 180 |
* PwBD (VI+HI+OH+ID) = 45+45+45+45 = 180 total horizontal reservation seats. Other smaller states/UTs not listed above also have seats & refer to Annexure I of the official notification.
Age Limit (as on 31 May 2026)
Minimum Age: 20 Years | Maximum Age: 28 Years
Candidates must have been born not earlier than 31.05.1998 and not later than 31.05.2006 (both days inclusive).
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years (Max age: 33 years) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years (Max age: 31 years) |
| PwBD - UR/EWS | 10 Years (Max age: 38 years) |
| PwBD - OBC | 13 Years (Max age: 41 years) |
| PwBD - SC/ST | 15 Years (Max age: 43 years) |
| Widows / Divorced Women (Gen/EWS) | Up to 35 years |
| Widows / Divorced Women (OBC) | Up to 38 years |
| Widows / Divorced Women (SC/ST) | Up to 40 years |
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must hold a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India, or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
- The graduation must have been completed on or after 01 January 2022.
- Candidates must be registered on the NATS Portal (nats.education.gov.in) to be eligible to apply.
- Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training anywhere earlier, or are currently pursuing apprenticeship, are NOT eligible.
- Candidates who have one year or more of job experience after completing their educational qualification are also NOT eligible.
- No Ex-servicemen shall be engaged as an apprentice.
Nationality / Citizenship
A candidate must be a Citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from specific countries with the intention to permanently settle in India. Candidates in some of the above categories must hold an eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India.
Application Fee Details
| # | Category | Exam Fee | Intimation Fee | Total (incl. 18% GST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General / EWS / OBC (Male) | Rs.600 | Rs.200 | Rs.944/- |
| 2 | General / EWS / OBC (Female) | Rs.400 | Rs.200 | Rs.708/- |
| 3 | SC / ST (Male / Female) | Nil | Rs.200 | Rs.236/- |
| 4 | PwBD (Any Category) | Nil | Rs.200 | Rs.236/- |
| 5 | Transgender (Any Category) | Nil | Rs.200 | Rs.236/- |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of three stages:
Online Examination Pattern
| # | Subject | Questions | Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General / Financial Awareness | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| 2 | Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| 3 | Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| 4 | General English | 20 | 20 | English Only |
| 5 | Central Bank of India Products & Services | 20 | 20 | English |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes | |
Local Language Test
Candidates applying for a particular state must be proficient in the official/local language of that state (reading, writing, speaking, understanding). Those who have studied the specified language at 10th or 12th standard are exempted from this test (subject to producing mark sheets).
Merit List Tie-Breaking Rule
If two or more candidates score equal marks, they will be ranked by age in descending order (older candidate ranks higher).
Stipend / Salary
How to Apply - Step-by-Step Process
Training Details & Contract of Apprenticeship
- Apprentices will be trained on banking practices, products, and processes.
- Entitled to 1 casual leave per month; no other type of leave is applicable.
- Daily working hours will be the same as clerical staff. No overtime permitted.
- After completion, apprentices may appear for an assessment test and receive a certificate.
- Apprentices are NOT employees of the bank and have no right to claim regular employment.
- Union membership is strictly prohibited for apprentices.
- The digital apprenticeship contract is issued through NATS/BEEP portals and must be accepted within the stipulated time.
Documents Required at Document Verification
Candidates must bring originals + self-attested photocopies of the following:
- Valid system-generated printout of the Online Application / Registration / Enrolment form
- Date of Birth proof (Birth Certificate or Class X certificate)
- Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Voter ID)
- All semester/year-wise mark sheets and Graduation Degree / Provisional Certificate
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) in the prescribed Government of India format
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (valid within 1 year as on advertisement date)
- EWS Income and Asset Certificate issued by Competent Authority
- PwBD Disability Certificate in prescribed format from District Medical Board
- Any other relevant documents supporting eligibility
EWS & PwBD Reservation - Key Points
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): Gross annual family income below Rs.8 Lakhs from all sources. The family must not own 5+ acres of agricultural land, a flat of 1000+ sq. ft., or a residential plot of 100+ sq. yards in notified municipalities.
PwBD Categories: VI (Blindness/Low Vision), HI (Deaf/Hard of Hearing), OC (Locomotor Disability - OA/OL/BL/OAL, Cerebral Palsy, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims, Muscular Dystrophy), and ID (Autism, Specific Learning Disability, Mental Illness).
PwBD Reservation is Horizontal - PwBD seats are distributed across all categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/UR), not as a separate vertical quota.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Important Links
| Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Apply Online (NATS Portal) | Click Here |
| Complete Application & Pay Fee (BEEP Portal) | Click Here |
| CBI Official Website - Recruitment Page | Click Here |
| NATS Candidate User Manual (PDF) | Click Here |
| BFSI SSC Website | Click Here |
