Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India's leading public sector banks, invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for engagement as Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the Financial Year 2025-26. The PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 5138 posts in various branches across India with a one-year training program comprising 2 weeks basic training and 50 weeks on-the-job training.
The Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, category, local language proficiency, and other criteria. The PNB Apprentices 2026 Online registration starts from 08 February 2026 and closes on 24 February 2026.
Punjab National Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
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| Organization | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
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| Post Name | Apprentice (Under Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Total Vacancies | 5138 Posts |
| Age Limit | 20 – 28 Years (as on 01.01.2026) with usual relaxations |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹15,000/- (Metro Branches) ₹12,300/- (Rural/Semi-Urban/Urban Branches) |
| Minimum Qualification | Graduate Degree in any discipline + Local Language Proficiency |
| Application Fee | ₹944/- (Gen/ OBC/ EWS Male); ₹708/- (Gen/ OBC/ EWS Female); ₹236/- (SC/ ST/ PwBD/ Transgender) |
| Selection Process | Online Written Test + Local Language Test + Document Verification + Medical Examination |
| Training Duration | 01 Year (12 Months) |
| Last Date | 24 February 2026 |
✅ PNB Apprentice State wise Vacancies List 2026
| State Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
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Andaman and Nicobar |
01 |
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Andhra Pradesh |
56 |
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Arunachal Pradesh |
03 |
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Assam |
132 |
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Bihar |
310 |
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Chandigarh |
58 |
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Dadra and Nagar Haveli |
01 |
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Daman and Diu |
01 |
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Delhi |
417 |
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Goa |
07 |
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Gujarat |
138 |
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Haryana |
348 |
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Himachal Pradesh |
162 |
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Jammu and Kashmir |
53 |
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Jharkhand |
95 |
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Karnataka |
64 |
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Kerala |
83 |
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Leh |
02 |
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Madhya Pradesh |
180 |
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Maharashtra |
232 |
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Manipur |
13 |
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Meghalaya |
08 |
|
Mizoram |
03 |
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Nagaland |
02 |
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Odisha |
142 |
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Pondicherry |
02 |
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Punjab |
462 |
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Rajasthan |
363 |
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Sikkim |
03 |
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Tamil Nadu |
121 |
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Telangana |
69 |
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Tripura |
28 |
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Uttar Pradesh |
814 |
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Uttarakhand |
152 |
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West Bengal |
532 |
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Chhattisgarh |
81 |
✅ PNB Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026) | Minimum 20 Years & Maximum 28 Years (born not earlier than 02.01.1998 and not later than 01.01.2006). Relaxation: 5 yrs SC/ST, 3 yrs OBC-NCL, 10 yrs PwBD, etc. as per rules. |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate degree in any discipline from recognized University (result declared on or before 31.12.2025). For NATS registered candidates, graduation not more than 4 years before 01.01.2026. |
| Local Language | Proficiency (reading, writing, speaking, understanding) in local language of the applied State/UT. |
✅ PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
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Online Written Test (Objective) |
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Test of Local Language |
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Document Verification |
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Medical Examination |
✅ PNB Apprentice 2026 Online Written Test Pattern
| S.No | Name of Test | No of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | 60 Minutes |
| 2 | General English | 25 | 25 | |
| 3 | Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| 4 | Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes | |
✅ PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Total Fee (incl. GST) |
|---|---|
| GEN/OBC/EWS (Male) | ₹944/- |
| GEN/OBC/EWS (Female) | ₹708/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Transgender | ₹236/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (UPI / Net Banking / Cards) |
✅ PNB Apprentice Recruitment Important Dates
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Online Registration Starts |
08 February 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application |
24 February 2026 |
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Tentative Online Examination |
1st Week of March 2026 |
✅ PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Links:
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Detailed Notification PDF |
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Online Application Portal |
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PNB Official Website |
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IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert Telegram Channel |
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IndGovtJobs.in Govt Jobs Alert WhatsApp Channel |
✅ How to Apply PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE only through the dedicated portal. No other mode of application will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit the application portal bfsissc.com and register under Apprenticeship Opportunities → Punjab National Bank → PNB Apprenticeship Program 2025–26.
➢ Step 2: Fill complete personal, educational details, and enter NAPS/NATS numbers if available.
➢ Step 3: Upload required documents (Aadhaar, Photo, Marksheet, Caste/PwBD Certificate, PAN, etc.) in specified format/size.
➢ Step 4: Pay the application/examination fee online as per category.
➢ Step 5: Submit the application and take printout for future reference.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
5138 posts of Apprentices across various branches in India.
What is the age limit for PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
20 to 28 years as on 01 January 2026 (relaxation: 5 yrs SC/ST, 3 yrs OBC-NCL, 10 yrs PwBD, etc.).
What is the stipend in PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
₹15,000/- per month (Metro Branches); ₹12,300/- per month (Rural/Semi-Urban/Urban Branches).
What is the selection process for PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Online Written Test + Test of Local Language + Document Verification + Medical Examination.
What is the application fee for PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
₹944/- (Gen/OBC/EWS Male); ₹708/- (Gen/OBC/EWS Female); ₹236/- (SC/ST/PwBD/Transgender).
What are the important dates for PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Online Registration: 08 February 2026 to 24 February 2026
Tentative Exam: 1st Week of March 2026.