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

Canara Bank has released a notification for the engagement of 3,500 Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online for the apprenticeship training programme through the Canara Bank website after registering on the NATS apprenticeship portal.

The online application process will be conducted from 1 October 2026 to 17 October 2026. Candidates must have a 100% complete profile on the NATS portal before applying for apprenticeship training with Canara Bank. No other mode of application will be accepted.

Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Canara Bank
Advertisement	Engagement of Graduate Apprentices for FY 2026-27
Post/Profile	Graduate Apprentice
Total Training Seats	3,500
Apprenticeship Period	12 Months
Application Mode	Online
Registration Start Date	01 October 2026
Last Date to Apply	17 October 2026
Age as on	01 September 2026
Minimum Age	20 Years
Maximum Age	28 Years
Educational Qualification	Graduation in any discipline
Minimum Marks for Selection	60% (55% for SC/ST/PwBD) in 12th/Diploma
Monthly Stipend	₹16,650
Application Fee	₹500 for Others; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD
Official Website	canarabank.bank.in

Canara Bank Apprentice Vacancy 2026

Canara Bank has announced 3,500 apprenticeship training seats across various States and Union Territories. The vacancies include reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and UR categories, along with horizontal reservation for PwBD candidates.

Some of the larger state-wise training seat allocations include:

State/UT	Vacancies
Karnataka	581
Uttar Pradesh	409
Tamil Nadu	391
Andhra Pradesh	247
Kerala	240
Maharashtra	205
Telangana	134
Bihar	122
Haryana	114
Madhya Pradesh	110
Odisha	104
Punjab	96
Rajasthan	96
Delhi	93
Gujarat	89
Jharkhand	74
Uttarakhand	48
Assam	42
Chhattisgarh	39
Goa	25
Himachal Pradesh	23
Jammu & Kashmir	16
Tripura	8
Chandigarh	6
Arunachal Pradesh	5
Meghalaya	5
Andaman & Nicobar Islands	4
Lakshadweep	4
Nagaland	4
Pondicherry	4
Sikkim	4
Manipur	3
Mizoram	2
Dadra & Nagar Haveli	1
Daman & Diu	1
Ladakh	1

The notification states that the number of training seats is provisional and may vary according to the actual requirement of the Bank. Candidates can opt for training seats in only one State/UT under this project and can provide preferences for districts within the selected State.

Canara Bank Apprentice Important Dates 2026

Event	Date
NATS Registration	Before applying to Canara Bank
Online Application Begins	01 October 2026
Online Application Last Date	17 October 2026
Eligibility Cut-off Date	01 September 2026
Apprenticeship Duration	12 Months

Candidates who have not already registered on the NATS portal should complete their registration and maintain a 100% complete profile before applying for Canara Bank apprenticeship training.

Canara Bank Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational Qualification

Candidates 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.

The graduation qualification must have been passed not earlier than 1 January 2023 and not later than 1 September 2026.

Age Limit

The candidate’s age will be calculated as on 1 September 2026.

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years
• Candidates must have been born between 2 September 1998 and 1 September 2006, inclusive.

Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
SC/ST	5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 Years
PwBD	10 Years
Widows/Divorced Women/Women legally separated from husband and not remarried	Up to prescribed age limits

Candidates claiming relaxation must produce the required certificates during document verification.

Local Language Requirement

Candidates who have studied the specified local language of the State they select in their 10th or 12th standard and can provide the relevant marksheet/certificate will not be required to take the local language test.

Other candidates will have to qualify in a local language test during the document verification process. Candidates failing the applicable language test will not be engaged as apprentices.

Canara Bank Apprentice Stipend 2026

Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹16,650, including the applicable Government of India subsidy.

According to the notification:

• Canara Bank will pay ₹10,500 per month into the apprentice’s bank account.
• A Government share of ₹6,150 will be credited directly through DBT, subject to applicable guidelines.
• No other allowances or benefits are payable to apprentices.

The apprenticeship is for 12 months. Apprentices are not treated as employees of Canara Bank and are not entitled to the benefits available to regular Bank employees.

Canara Bank Apprentice Selection Process 2026

The selection will be based on a State-wise merit list.

The merit list will be prepared in descending order based on marks/percentage obtained in:

• 12th Standard (HSC/10+2), or
• Diploma examination.

The minimum qualifying marks are:

• 60% for General/EWS and other applicable candidates
• 55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates

If two or more candidates have the same percentage, the candidate’s age will be considered, with the older candidate ranked higher according to the notification.

The final engagement is subject to:

1. Verification of eligibility and information furnished in the application.
2. Qualification in the local language test, wherever applicable.
3. Medical fitness as required by Canara Bank.

The Bank will prepare the merit list using the information submitted in the online application, and discrepancies discovered during document verification can result in disqualification.

Canara Bank Apprentice Application Fee 2026

Category	Fee/Intimation Charges
SC/ST/PwBD	Nil
All Other Candidates	₹500

The fee/intimation charges are non-refundable and are to be paid through the online application process.

How to Apply for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Candidates should complete the following steps:

Step 1 – Register on NATS

Visit the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal and register at:

https://nats.education.gov.in

Candidates must complete their NATS profile to 100% and obtain their enrollment number.

Step 2 – Visit Canara Bank Website

Go to the official Canara Bank website and navigate through:

Careers → Recruitment → Engagement of Graduate Apprentices in Canara Bank under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27

Step 3 – New Registration

Click on “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION” and enter the required basic details.

A provisional registration number and password will be generated. Candidates should preserve these details.

Step 4 – Fill Application Form

Enter personal, educational, category, State and district preference details carefully.

Candidates can select training seats in only one State/UT.

Step 5 – Upload Documents

Candidates need to upload the prescribed:

• Recent photograph
• Signature
• Left thumb impression
• Hand-written declaration

The notification specifies separate dimensions and file-size requirements for these documents.

Step 6 – Pay Application Fee

Eligible candidates should pay the applicable application fee/intimation charges online.

Step 7 – Final Submission

Check all details carefully before clicking the final submit button. Changes will not be permitted after final submission.

Candidates should save and print the system-generated application form, registration number and other application details for future reference.

Documents Required

Candidates shortlisted for engagement will have to produce original documents along with self-attested photocopies, including:

• System-generated online application printout
• Proof of date of birth
• Valid photo identity proof
• Educational qualification marksheets and certificates
• Final degree certificate
• EWS Income and Asset Certificate, where applicable
• SC/ST/OBC certificate, where applicable
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate, where applicable
• UDID card and disability certificate for PwBD candidates
• Other documents supporting eligibility

Candidates who fail to produce the required eligibility documents may be disqualified from further participation.

Canara Bank Apprentice Training Period

The apprenticeship training period will be 12 months.

On-the-job training will be provided at selected Canara Bank branches according to the prescribed course/curriculum. Apprentices will receive holidays applicable at the Bank location where they are undergoing training.

After successful completion of the apprenticeship training, NATS joint certification will be awarded.

Important Conditions for Canara Bank Apprentices

Candidates should note the following conditions before applying:

• A candidate must not have previously undergone apprenticeship training with Canara Bank or another organization under the Apprentices Act, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.
• Candidates who have completed educational qualification followed by one or more years of training or job experience are not eligible under the stated conditions.
• Canara Bank has no obligation to provide regular employment after completion of apprenticeship.
• Apprentices will not be treated as regular employees of the Bank.
• The apprenticeship contract will be issued digitally through the NATS portal.
• Candidates must accept the digital contract within the prescribed timeline.
• Engagement is subject to medical fitness.
• The Bank will maintain a State/category-wise waitlist for the period specified in the notification.
• All subsequent announcements and corrigenda will be published on the authorized Canara Bank website.

Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Notification Download

Candidates should carefully read the official Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice notification before submitting the online application. The notification contains detailed information regarding vacancies, eligibility, reservation, document requirements, application procedure, selection process and apprenticeship conditions.

Official Website: Canara Bank – Careers → Recruitment → Engagement of Graduate Apprentices for FY 2026-27

Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The online application window is open from 1 October 2026 to 17 October 2026. Before applying, candidates should first register on the NATS portal and complete their profile. Only candidates meeting the prescribed eligibility conditions and application requirements should submit the Canara Bank Apprentice application.

Candidates are advised to submit the application well before the closing date rather than waiting until the final day.

Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Link Description	Link
Official Notification PDF	Click here
Apply Online	Click here
Official Website	Click here

Frequently Asked Questions – Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many vacancies are available in Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Canara Bank has announced 3,500 Graduate Apprentice training seats for FY 2026-27.

Q2. What is the Canara Bank Apprentice application date?

The online application process starts on 1 October 2026 and closes on 17 October 2026.

Q3. What is the educational qualification for Canara Bank Apprentice 2026?

Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. Graduation must have been completed between 1 January 2023 and 1 September 2026.

Q4. What is the age limit for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The prescribed age is 20 to 28 years as on 1 September 2026, with applicable relaxation for eligible categories.

Q5. What is the Canara Bank Apprentice stipend?

The total monthly stipend is ₹16,650, including the applicable Government subsidy.

Q6. What is the Canara Bank Apprentice selection process?

Selection is based on a State-wise merit list prepared using marks/percentage in 12th Standard (HSC/10+2) or Diploma. Document verification, local language qualification where applicable and medical fitness are also part of final engagement.

Q7. What is the application fee for Canara Bank Apprentice 2026?

SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempt from the application fee. The fee/intimation charge for other candidates is ₹500.

Q8. Is NATS registration compulsory for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment?

Yes. Candidates must register on the NATS portal and have a 100% complete profile before applying for apprenticeship training with Canara Bank.

Q9. Can candidates apply for more than one State?

No. Candidates can opt for training seats in only one State/UT under this project.

Q10. Is there any guarantee of a regular job after apprenticeship?

No. The notification specifically states that Canara Bank has no obligation to offer regular employment during or after completion of the apprenticeship.

Q11. What is the duration of Canara Bank apprenticeship training?

The apprenticeship training period is 12 months.

Q12. What certificate will be issued after completion of training?

After completion of apprenticeship training, NATS joint certification will be awarded.

Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Key Points

The Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice recruitment provides 3,500 training seats across States/UTs for FY 2026-27. Candidates should complete NATS registration first, verify the local-language requirement for their selected State, check the age and graduation cut-off dates, and carefully follow the prescribed online application and document-upload requirements before submitting the form.