Canara Bank has released an employment notification for the recruitment of 3500 Graduate Apprentice Vacancy under Apprenticeship Act, 1961 for FY 2026-2027. Interested and eligible candidates may check this article for detailed official notification, educational qualification, age limit, salary details, and application procedure to be followed.
Any graduate can apply for these posts under Canara Bank and last date of submission of online application is 17th October 2026.
Canara Bank Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Canara Bank |
| Name of Post | Graduate Apprentice |
| No of Posts | 3500 posts |
| No of Posts @ Assam | 42 seats |
| Qualification | Graduate Degree |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years |
| Application Fee | Rs. 500/- |
| Start Date | 1st October 2026 |
| Last Date | 17th October 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
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Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of post | Graduate Apprentice |
| No of posts | 3500 seats |
| No of posts @ Assam | 42 seats |
| Period of Apprenticeship Training | The Period of Apprenticeship Training will be One Year. |
| Stipend | A monthly stipend of Rs. 16,650/- (including subsidy amount, if any, by Govt. of India) shall be paid to the apprentice during the period of apprenticeship. |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Official Website | canarabank.com |
Canara Bank State-wise Vacancy Details
| State/UT | Local Language | No of posts |
|---|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | Hindi/English | 2 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu/Urdu | 247 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 3 |
| Assam | Assamese/Bengali/Bodo | 42 |
| Bihar | Hindi/Urdu | 122 |
| Chandigarh | Hindi/Punjabi | 6 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 19 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli | Gujarati | – |
| Daman & Diu | Gujarati | – |
| Delhi | Hindi | 93 |
| Goa | Konkani | 25 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 59 |
| Haryana | Hindi/Punjabi | 114 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 23 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu/Hindi | 16 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi/Santhali | 74 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 487 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 240 |
| Ladakh | Urdu/Ladakhi/Bhoti | 1 |
| Lakshadweep | Malayalam | 1 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 110 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 205 |
| Manipur | Manipuri/English | 3 |
| Meghalaya | English/Garo/Khasi | 5 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 2 |
| Nagaland | English | 6 |
| Odisha | Odia | 104 |
| Puducherry | Tamil | 4 |
| Punjab | Punjabi/Hindi | 98 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 48 |
| Sikkim | Nepali/English | 2 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 501 |
| Telangana | Telugu/Urdu | 124 |
| Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 6 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi/Urdu | 250 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 48 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/Nepali | 150 |
| Total | — | 3500 |
Eligibility Criteria of Canara Bank Recruitment
Age Limit: Age of the candidates must be between 20 to 28 years as on 1st September 2026, i.e., Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.09.1998 and not later than 01.09.2006 (both days inclusive).
Age Relaxation: The category-wise age relaxation is as mentioned below.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Govt. of India or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government.
Candidates must have passed their Graduation not earlier than 01.01.2023 and not later than 01.09.2026 (both days inclusive).
Test of local language: Candidates who produce 10th or 12th standard mark sheet/ certificate evidencing having studied the specified opted local language will not be required to undergo the local language test.
For other candidates, the test for knowledge of local language will be conducted as a part of selection process. It will be conducted when the candidate is called for Document Verification by the Bank. Candidates who fail to qualify this test will not be engaged as apprentice in Canara Bank.
Physical/ Medical fitness: Engagement of selected Apprentices is subject to his/her being declared medically fit as per the requirement of the Canara Bank.
Application Fee
Application fee/ Intimation charges for Registration for Apprentice on Bank’s portal:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | Nil |
| Others | Rs. 500/- |
Selection Process of Canara Bank Recruitment
The state-wise merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in 12th Standard (HSC/10+2) or Diploma. Candidates with higher percentages will be ranked higher. If two candidates have the same percentage, the older candidate will be placed higher in the merit list.
The minimum required marks are:
- 60% for general candidates
- 55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates
Percentages will not be rounded off. For example, 59.99% will not qualify for the 60% requirement.
The merit list will be based entirely on the information provided in the online application. Any discrepancy found during document verification may lead to cancellation of the candidature. Document verification will also include a local language test for Canara Bank.
Important Dates of Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting date of online application submission | 1st October 2026 |
| Last date of online application submission | 17th October 2026 |
How to Apply for Canara Bank Recruitment?
Candidates must first register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal before applying for an apprenticeship in the Bank. After completing the registration, an enrollment number will be generated, which candidates should keep safely for future reference.
To be eligible to apply for the Bank’s apprenticeship programme, candidates must ensure that their profile on the NATS portal is 100% complete.
After registration, candidates may apply online in bank website as per the steps mentioned below.
- Scroll down, go to Important Web-Links section.
- Click on Online Application Form link.
- A new webpage will be opened.
- Enter all your personal and educational details as required.
- Upload your passport sized photograph and signature and other required documents.
- At the end click on submit button.
- Don’t forget to take a print of submitted application form.
Important Links of Canara Bank Recruitment
| Online Application Form | Active Soon |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Android App | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs Canara Bank Recruitment 2026
What is Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is for 3500 Graduate Apprentice posts under Apprenticeship Act 1961 for FY 2026-27, with 42 posts in Assam and a stipend of Rs. 16,650 per month for 1 year training.
What is the qualification for Canara Bank Apprentice 2026?
For Canara Bank, candidates must be graduate in any discipline from recognized university and must have passed graduation not earlier than 01.01.2023 and not later than 01.09.2026.
What is the age limit for Canara Bank Recruitment?
Age must be 20 to 28 years as on 01.09.2026, born between 02.09.1998 to 01.09.2006. OBC-NCL gets 3 years, SC/ST 5 years and PwBD 10 years relaxation in Canara Bank.
What is the selection process for Canara Bank Apprentice?
Selection for Canara Bank is based on state-wise merit list prepared on 12th Standard (HSC/10+2) or Diploma percentage – 60% for General and 55% for SC/ST/PwBD, plus document verification and local language test.
How to apply for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
First register on NATS portal with 100% complete profile and get enrollment number, then apply online on Canara Bank website from 1st October to 17th October 2026, pay Rs. 500 fee (Nil for SC/ST/PwBD) and take printout