Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5000 Posts

 

Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5000 Posts

The Bank of Baroda has officially released the Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for 5000 Apprentice vacancies across India under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Candidates with a Graduation degree in any discipline can apply online from 19 May 2026 to 08 June 2026 through the official websites bankofbaroda.bank.in and bfsissc.com.

This apprenticeship program offers an excellent opportunity for graduates who want to gain practical banking experience in one of India’s leading public sector banks. Selected candidates will undergo 12 months of On-the-Job Training and receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000.

About Bank of Baroda

Bank of Baroda is one of India’s largest public sector banks with a strong national and international presence. Headquartered in Mumbai, the bank provides various financial and banking services across India and abroad.

Bank of Baroda is known for:

• Strong banking network
• Career growth opportunities
• Professional work environment
• Banking sector exposure
• Skill development opportunities

The apprenticeship program helps fresh graduates gain hands-on banking experience and improve employability for future banking careers.

 

Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

• Organization Name: Bank of Baroda (BOB)
• Advertisement Number: BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2026/01
• Post Name: Apprentice
• Total Vacancies: 5000 Posts
• Training Duration: 12 Months
• Application Mode: Online
• Selection Process: Online Exam + Document Verification + Local Language Test
• Conducted By: BFSI Sector Skill Council of India (BFSI SSC)
• Official Website: bankofbaroda.bank.in

Candidates must first register on:

• NATS Portal
• NAPS Portal

before completing the final application process.

 

Important Dates

• Advertisement Release Date – 19 May 2026
• Online Application Start Date – 19 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online – 08 June 2026
• Eligibility Cut-Off Date – 01 May 2026
• Online Examination Date – To be announced later
• Document Verification & Language Test – After exam result.

 

Vacancy Details

A total of 5000 apprentice seats has been announced across 35 States and Union Territories.

State-wise Vacancy Details

• Andaman & Nicobar Islands – 1 Post
• Andhra Pradesh – 188 Posts
• Arunachal Pradesh – 4 Posts
• Assam – 29 Posts
• Bihar – 179 Posts
• Chandigarh – 4 Posts
• Chhattisgarh – 122 Posts
• Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu – 7 Posts
• Delhi – 91 Posts
• Goa – 29 Posts
• Gujarat – 960 Posts
• Haryana – 84 Posts
• Himachal Pradesh – 8 Posts
• Jammu & Kashmir – 2 Posts
• Jharkhand – 64 Posts
• Karnataka – 483 Posts
• Kerala – 111 Posts
• Ladakh – 2 Posts
• Madhya Pradesh – 136 Posts
• Maharashtra – 580 Posts
• Manipur – 1 Post
• Meghalaya – 4 Posts
• Mizoram – 2 Posts
• Nagaland – 3 Posts
• Odisha – 92 Posts
• Puducherry – 4 Posts
• Punjab – 78 Posts
• Rajasthan – 412 Posts
• Sikkim – 1 Post
• Tamil Nadu – 199 Posts
• Telangana – 83 Posts
• Tripura – 3 Posts
• Uttar Pradesh – 764 Posts
• Uttarakhand – 76 Posts
• West Bengal – 194 Posts.

 

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

• Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

Important Conditions:

• Graduation result must be within the last 4 years for NATS candidates
• Candidates with more than 1 year of job/training experience after graduation are not eligible
• Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training are not eligible.

 

Mandatory Registration Requirement

Before applying, candidates must register on:

• NATS Portal – nats.education.gov.in
  AND/OR
• NAPS Portal – apprenticeshipindia.gov.in

Without registration on these portals, applications will not be accepted.

 

Age Limit

The age limit is calculated as on 01 May 2026.

• Minimum Age – 20 Years
• Maximum Age – 28 Years

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST – 5 Years
• OBC (NCL) – 3 Years
• PwBD General/EWS – 10 Years
• PwBD OBC – 13 Years
• PwBD SC/ST – 15 Years.

 

Application Fee

SC/ST/PwBD Candidates

• ₹200 + GST

General/EWS/OBC Male Candidates

• ₹800 + GST

General/EWS/OBC Female & Transgender Candidates

• ₹600 + GST.

The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online only.

 

Stipend & Benefits

Selected apprentices will receive:

• ₹15,000 per month stipend

However:

• No DA
• No HRA
• No medical benefits
• No employee benefits

This is purely a training engagement under the Apprentices Act.

 

Selection Process

The selection process consists of three stages:

1. Online Examination
2. Document Verification
3. Local Language Test

Final selection is subject to:

• Medical fitness
• Verification of documents.

 

Online Exam Pattern

The online exam will consist of:

General / Financial Awareness

• 25 Questions
• 25 Marks

Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude

• 25 Questions
• 25 Marks

Computer Knowledge

• 25 Questions
• 25 Marks

General English

• 25 Questions
• 25 Marks

Total

• 100 Questions
• 100 Marks
• Duration: 60 Minutes.

 

Important Features of Exam

• No Negative Marking
• Online remote-proctored examination
• Candidates can appear from home using:
• Laptop/Desktop
• Mobile/Tablet
• Webcam & Internet connection.

 

Local Language Test

Candidates must know the local language of the applied State/UT.

For Odisha:

• Language: Odia

Candidates who studied the local language in:

• 10th
  OR
• 12th

may be exempted from the language test.

 

How to Apply Online

Step 1 – Register on NATS/NAPS

First complete registration on:

• NATS Portal
• NAPS Portal

Step 2 – Wait for BFSI SSC Email

Eligible candidates will receive an email from:

• info@bfsissc.com

Step 3 – Fill Application Form

Complete:

• Application cum Examination Form
• Training location preferences

Step 4 – Upload Documents

Upload:

• Aadhaar Card
• PAN Card
• Degree Certificates
• Photograph
• Signature

Step 5 – Pay Application Fee

Complete online payment.

Step 6 – Final Submission

Submit application and save the confirmation copy.

 

Documents Required

Candidates should keep ready:

• Aadhaar Card
• PAN Card
• Passport-size Photograph
• Signature
• 10th & 12th Marksheet
• Graduation Marksheet & Degree
• Bank Passbook/Cheque Leaf
• Caste Certificate
• PwBD Certificate
• Language Proof documents.

 

Best Books for Preparation

Quantitative Aptitude

• Quantitative Aptitude by R.S. Aggarwal

Reasoning

• Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal

English

• Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi

Banking Awareness

• Arihant Banking Awareness

Computer Knowledge

• Objective Computer Awareness by Arihant.

 

Benefits of Joining BOB Apprenticeship

Banking Sector Experience

Practical exposure to real banking operations.

Skill Development

Improve:

• Communication
• Customer handling
• Banking software usage

Better Career Opportunities

Useful for future exams like:

• SBI Clerk
• IBPS PO
• RBI Assistant

Stipend Support

Earn ₹15,000 per month during training.

 

Important Instructions

• Apprentices are NOT permanent employees
• No guarantee of future employment
• Candidates can apply for only one State/UT
• No hostel or accommodation facility provided
• Ex-Servicemen reservation not available
• Multiple applications may lead to rejection.

Important Links –

• Notification PDF – Click Here
• Apply Link – Click Here
• BFSI SSC Website - Click Here
• NATS Portal(Registration) - Click Here
• NAPS Portal (Registration) - Click Here
• Official Website – Click Here