OVERVIEW for Canara Bank Apprentice Vacancy
Canara Bank has released the notification for engagement of Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27. According to the notification, a total of 3,500 apprenticeship training seats are available across different States and Union Territories. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online after completing their registration and 100% profile on the NATS apprenticeship portal.
IMPORTANT DATES
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 01 October 2026 |
| Online Registration Ends | 17 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 17 October 2026 |
CATEGORY WISE VACANCY DETAILS
| State/UT | Local Language | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Andaman and Nicobar Islands | Hindi/English | 4 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu/Urdu | 247 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 5 |
| Assam | Assamese/Bengali/Bodo | 42 |
| Bihar | Hindi/Urdu | 122 |
| Chandigarh | Hindi/Punjabi | 6 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 39 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli | Gujarati | 1 |
| Daman and Diu | Gujarati | 1 |
| Delhi | Hindi | 93 |
| Goa | Konkani | 25 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 89 |
| Haryana | Hindi/Punjabi | 114 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 23 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | Urdu/Hindi | 16 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi/Santhali | 74 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 581 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 240 |
| Ladakh | Urdu/Ladakhi/Bhoti | 1 |
| Lakshadweep | Malayalam | 4 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 110 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 205 |
| Manipur | Manipuri/English | 3 |
| Meghalaya | English/Garo/Khasi | 5 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 2 |
| Nagaland | English | 4 |
| Odisha | Odia | 104 |
| Pondicherry | Tamil | 4 |
| Punjab | Punjabi/Hindi | 96 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 96 |
| Sikkim | Nepali/English | 4 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 391 |
| Telangana | Telugu/Urdu | 134 |
| Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 8 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi/Urdu | 409 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 48 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/Nepali | 150 |
| Total | 3500 |
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
The educational qualification required for the Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice engagement is graduation.
Candidates should meet the following requirements:
Candidates must have a Degree or Graduation in any discipline from a university recognized by the Government of India.
Candidates must have passed graduation not earlier than 01 January 2023 and not later than 01 September 2026, both dates inclusive.t their NATS registration and Enrollment Number are valid before submitting the application.
AGE LIMIT
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 20 Years | 28 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC Non Creamy Layer | 3 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 Years |
| Widows, divorced women and legally separated women who have not remarried | Up to 35 years for General/EWS, 38 years for OBC and 40 years for SC/ST |
STIPEND
| Post | Fixed Emolument Per Month |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice Stipend | ₹16,650 per month |
SELECTION PROCESS
Canara Bank will prepare the merit list State wise in descending order based on the percentage or marks obtained in the 12th Standard HSC/10+2 or Diploma Examination.
If two or more candidates have the same percentage, their age will be considered, with candidates ranked according to age in descending order.
The minimum qualifying marks are:
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General and other applicable categories | 60% |
| SC/ST/PwBD | 55% |
The notification specifically states that the fraction of percentage will be ignored. For example, 59.99% will be treated as less than 60%, while 54.99% will be treated as less than 55%. Where CGPA or OGPA is awarded, candidates must convert it into percentage according to the applicable Board or University norms and produce the required certificate.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates must first register on the NATS apprenticeship portal. NATS Apprenticeship Portal
After completing the NATS registration, candidates will receive an enrollment number. The profile must be 100 percent complete before applying for the Canara Bank apprenticeship.
After that, candidates should:
- Visit the Canara Bank website.
- Go to the Careers section.
- Open Recruitment.
- Select the link for Engagement of Graduate Apprentices in Canara Bank under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27.
- Click on the new registration option.
- Enter the required basic information.
- Note the provisional registration number and password.
- Upload the photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration.
- Enter the NATS enrollment ID.
- Complete the required application details.
- Pay the applicable fee online.
- Submit the application.
ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS
Candidates have to produce original documents along with self attested photocopies at the time of engagement.
The application form asks candidates to provide:
- System generated printout of the online application.
- Proof of date of birth such as Birth Certificate or SSLC/10th Certificate.
- Passport, Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence or another accepted photo identity document.
- Mark sheets and certificates from SSC examination onwards up to the highest qualification.
- Individual semester or year wise mark sheets and certificates for educational qualifications.
- Required Board or University document showing that the result was declared on or before the cut off date.
- Income and Asset Certificate for EWS candidates.
- Caste Certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
- OBC Non Creamy Layer certificate where applicable.
- UDID card and Disability Certificate for eligible PwBD candidates.
- Any other relevant document supporting eligibility
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Canara Bank Official Website | Visit Canara Bank |
| NATS Apprenticeship Portal | Visit NATS Portal |
| Canara Bank Careers | Canara Bank Careers |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
FAQ
What is the total number of Canara Bank Apprentice vacancies?
There are 3,500 Graduate Apprentice training seats according to the notification.
What is the last date to apply for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online registration is 17 October 2026.
What is the educational qualification?
Candidates must have a Degree or Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
What is the age limit?
The age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 01 September 2026, subject to applicable relaxation
What is the Canara Bank Apprentice stipend?
The monthly stipend is Rs. 16,650. Canara Bank pays Rs. 10,500 and the Government share of Rs. 6,150 is credited through DBT according to the notification