About the Org
Punjab National Bank (PNB) is one of India’s leading public sector banks with a nationwide presence. PNB offers various banking services and career opportunities across India through regular recruitment drives.
PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 5138 Vacancies, Apply Online
Vacancy Details
PNB invites online applications for 5,138 Apprentice posts across various States and Union Territories. The recruitment is open to graduate candidates who meet the specified eligibility criteria.
Age and Education Qualification
Educational Qualification: Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university. The result must have been declared on or before 31 December 2025.
Age Limit: Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years as of 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
Salary Details
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend during the 52-week training period. The stipend is ₹12,300 per month for Rural/Semi-Urban/Urban branches and ₹15,000 per month for Metro branches. No other allowances or benefits are provided.
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Application Fees
General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹944
General / OBC / EWS (Female): ₹708
SC / ST / PwBD / Transgender: ₹236
The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, etc.
How to Apply
- Visit the official PNB recruitment website.
- Click on the link for ‘PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026’ and read the notification carefully.
- Click on ‘Apply Online’ and register by providing basic details.
- Log in with your credentials and fill out the application form with personal, educational, and other required details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and necessary documents as per the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee online using the available payment modes.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the final application for future reference.
Important Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Important Details | |
| Organization Name | Punjab National Bank |
| Post Name | Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2025–26 |
| Advertisement Number | HRD/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2025-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 5138 |
| Pay Scale | Stipend per month ₹12300 for Rural, Semi Urban and Urban branches |
| Stipend per month ₹15000 for Metro branches | |
| No other allowances or benefits payable | |
| Job Location | All India |
| State and UT and circle wise seats across India as per notification | |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized institute college or university |
| Result must be declared on or before 31.12.2025 | |
| Graduation passing date for NATS must not be more than 4 years before 01.01.2026 | |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years as on 01.01.2026 |
| Born between 02.01.1998 and 01.01.2006 | |
| Upper age relaxation as per Government of India norms for SC ST OBC and PwBD | |
| Maximum age 34 years as on 01.01.2026 for NAPS applicants | |
| Selection Process | Online written test objective type |
| Document verification | |
| Test of local language | |
| Medical examination | |
| Final merit based selection subject to eligibility verification | |
| Application Fee | GEN OBC and EWS Male ₹944 |
| GEN OBC and EWS Female ₹708 | |
| SC ST and PwBD Male and Female ₹236 | |
| Transgender ₹236 | |
| Fee includes processing examination and intimation fee with GST | |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Applications through BFSI SSC portal | |
| No hard copy to be sent | |
| Official Website | https://pnb.bank.in |
| Notification Link | https://pnb.bank.in/recruitments.aspx |
| PNB Apprenticeship Program 2025–26 notification dated 06.02.2026 | |
| Apply Online Link | https://www.pnb.bank.in/Recruitments.aspx |
| Redirects to BFSI SSC portal https://bfsissc.com | |
| Under PNB Apprenticeship Program 2025–26 Apprenticeship Application Form | |
| Nationality | Indian citizen |
| Eligible Nepalese citizen | |
| Eligible Bhutanese citizen | |
| Tibetan refugee who came to India before 01.01.1962 | |
| Person of Indian origin from specified countries with Government of India eligibility certificate | |
| Duration of Apprenticeship | 1 year apprenticeship |
| Includes 2 weeks basic training | |
| Includes 50 weeks on the job training | |
| Experience Requirement | Must not have undergone apprenticeship in PNB or any other establishment earlier |
| Must not have job or training experience of 1 year or more after graduation | |
| Candidates terminated earlier from apprenticeship for misconduct are not eligible | |
| Reservation | Seats reserved for SC ST OBC EWS and PwBD as per Government of India norms |
| Detailed state UT circle wise and category wise breakup provided in notification | |
| PwBD Eligibility | Benchmark disability of at least 40 percent as per Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016 |
| Includes VI HI OC locomotor and ID categories | |
| Suitable posts identified as per schedule | |
| EWS Criteria | Family gross annual income below ₹800000 |
| Must not own specified property or assets | |
| Income and asset certificate in prescribed format required | |
| Local Language Requirement | Candidate must read write speak and understand specified local language of the applied state or UT |
| Must qualify language test if not evidenced by 10th or 12th marksheet | |
| Nature of Engagement | Apprentices are not bank employees |
| No right to claim regular employment | |
| Bank has no obligation to offer job after apprenticeship | |
| No PF ESI or bonus | |
| No union rights | |
| Leave and Facilities | One casual leave per month of apprenticeship |
| No hostel facility provided | |
| No residential facility provided | |
| No transport facility provided | |
| Exam Type | Online written test MCQ format |
| General and financial awareness | |
| General English | |
| Quantitative and reasoning aptitude | |
| Computer knowledge | |
| 100 questions for 100 marks | |
| Duration 60 minutes | |
| Available in English and Hindi | |
| Exam Mode | Remote proctored online exam |
| To be taken using personal camera enabled desktop laptop tablet or smartphone | |
| Can be taken from home or any suitable location | |
| Further language test document verification and medical examination held physically at bank centres | |
| Important Dates | |
| Application Start Date | 08.02.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 24.02.2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 24.02.2026 |
| Exam Date | Tentative first week of March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Not specified |
| Result Date | Not specified |
| Cut Off Date for Age and Qualification | 01.01.2026 |
| Notification Date | 06.02.2026 |
| Instructions to Candidates | |
| Eligibility | Graduate in any discipline with result declared on or before 31.12.2025 |
| Age between 20 and 28 years as on 01.01.2026 with applicable relaxation | |
| Must satisfy nationality conditions | |
| Must be proficient in local language of the applied state or UT | |
| Must not have prior apprenticeship or 1 year post graduation experience | |
| Exam Arrangement | Online written examination in MCQ format conducted remotely |
| No separate offline exam centre | |
| Language test document verification and medical examination conducted physically | |
| Documents While Applying | Aadhaar card front copy in JPEG under 1 MB |
| Aadhaar card back copy in JPEG under 1 MB | |
| Valid personal email ID | |
| Active mobile number | |
| Passport size photograph in JPEG under 1 MB | |
| Graduation marksheet degree or provisional certificate in PDF under 1 MB | |
| Caste certificate if applicable | |
| PwBD certificate if applicable | |
| PAN card in JPEG under 1 MB | |
| Documents at Verification | Printout of online application or registration form |
| Intimation letter or mail | |
| Proof of date of birth | |
| Valid photo identity proof | |
| All semester or year wise graduation marksheets and degree certificate | |
| 10th or above certificate showing local language studied | |
| Category certificates including SC ST OBC EWS and PwBD | |
| Documents for age relaxation if applicable | |
| How to Apply | Read detailed notification on PNB or BFSI SSC website |
| Visit BFSI SSC portal and open apprenticeship application form | |
| Register and fill online application | |
| Upload documents and photograph as per format | |
| Pay examination fee online between 08.02.2026 and 24.02.2026 | |
| Register on NAPS portal if not already registered | |
| Register on NATS portal if eligible | |
| Update NAPS apprentice code or NATS enrolment number on BFSI SSC portal | |
| Check email mobile SMS and portals regularly for updates | |
| Special Eligibility Checks | Candidates with 1 year or more post graduation job or apprenticeship experience are not eligible |
| Ex servicemen and disabled ex servicemen are not eligible | |
| Candidates not meeting age qualification or language requirements should verify eligibility | |
| Candidates unable to arrange required certificates should not apply | |
| Service Conditions | Apprenticeship is for 1 year only |
| No guarantee or right to permanent employment | |
| No PF ESI bonus or other employee benefits | |
| Stipend payable subject to attendance | |
| Misconduct or false information may lead to termination and recovery of stipend |
Important Links
FAQ
When will the online application for PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 start?
The online application will start on 08 February 2026.
What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to apply online is 24 February 2026.
What is the selection process for PNB Apprentice 2026?
The selection process includes an Online Written Test, Document Verification, a Test of Local Language, and a Medical Examination.
Is there a local language requirement?
Yes, candidates must have proficiency in the local language of the State/UT they are applying for.
PNB Recruitment 2025: 750 LBO Vacancies
Vacancy Details
PNB has announced 750 vacancies for Local Bank Officer (LBO) positions. The recruitment process includes online examination, language proficiency test, and personal interview for final selection.
Age and Education Qualification
Age Limit: Minimum 20 years and maximum 30 years as on July 1, 2025
Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a Government recognized university with valid marksheet showing percentage
Salary Details
Salary details for PNB LBO posts will be as per bank norms and pay scale. Candidates should refer to the official notification for complete salary structure and benefits.
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS: ₹1180
SC/ST/PwBD: ₹59
Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card/Mobile Wallet
How to Apply
- Visit the official PNB recruitment website
- Click on the LBO recruitment notification
- Register with basic details and generate login credentials
- Fill the application form with personal, educational details
- Upload required documents and photograph
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and take printout for future reference
Important Dates
Application Start Date: 03 November 2025
Application End Date: 23 November 2025
Fee Payment Last Date: 23 November 2025
Exam Date: To be notified soon
Admit Card: Available before examination
Result Date: Will be updated soon
Important Links
Official Notification (PDF)
Job Summary
| Title | Value |
|---|---|
| Org Name | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (LBO) |
| No of Vacancies | 750 |
| Pay Scale | As per bank norms |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from recognized university |
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 years as on July 1, 2025 |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/EWS: ₹1180, SC/ST/PwBD: ₹59 |
FAQ
When will the online application for PNB Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 start?
The online application starts on November 3, 2025.
What is the last date for PNB Bank LBO online application?
The last date for online application is November 23, 2025.
What is the age limit for PNB LBO Recruitment 2025?
Minimum age is 20 years and maximum age is 30 years as on July 1, 2025.
What is the eligibility criteria for PNB LBO Vacancy 2025?
Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university.
What is the official website for PNB Bank?
The official website is https://pnb.bank.in/Recruitments.aspx
This information is published for immediate reference purposes only. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying.