Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has released recruitment notification for engagement of 750 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27. Eligible Graduate candidates can apply online through NAPS, NATS and BEEP portals. The online application process has started and eligible candidates can apply until 20 July 2026.
Eligible Candidates must check the complete details regarding State-wise Vacancies, eligibility criteria, stipend, exam pattern, selection process and the application process for the IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 provided below.
IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 750 Posts
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Organization |
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) |
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| Total Vacancies |
750 Posts |
| Post Name |
Apprentice (under Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Age Limit |
Minimum 20 years and Maximum 28 years as on 01.07.2026 |
| Educational Qualification |
Graduation in any discipline |
| Stipend |
₹14,000 to ₹15,500 per month (depending on location) |
| Application Fee |
₹236 to ₹944 (depending on category) |
| Selection Process |
Online Written Examination + Local Language Test |
| Job Location |
Across India (as per State-wise vacancies) |
| Last Date |
20 July 2026 |
✅ IOB Apprentice Vacancy 2026 State-wise Details:
| State / UT | Vacancies | State / UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andaman and Nicobar Islands | 1 | Andhra Pradesh | 15 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 1 | Assam | 4 |
| Bihar | 35 | Chandigarh | 4 |
| Chhattisgarh | 10 | Daman & Diu | 1 |
| Delhi | 53 | Dadra and Nagar Haveli | 0 |
| Gujarat | 16 | Goa | 1 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 1 | Haryana | 16 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 2 | Jharkhand | 8 |
| Karnataka | 6 | Kerala | 33 |
| Lakshadweep | 0 | Manipur | 4 |
| Meghalaya | 2 | Maharashtra | 85 |
| Mizoram | 2 | Madhya Pradesh | 12 |
| Nagaland | 1 | Odisha | 22 |
| Punjab | 24 | Puducherry | 12 |
| Rajasthan | 16 | Sikkim | 2 |
| Telangana | 6 | Tamil Nadu | 200 |
| Tripura | 2 | Uttarakhand | 8 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 110 | West Bengal | 35 |
| Grand Total | 750 Posts | ||
✅ IOB Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University. Final year result should be declared on or before 31.07.2026.
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Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026): Minimum 20 years and Maximum 28 years.
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Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwBD – 10 years (as per Government guidelines).
✅ IOB Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Stipend:
| Branch Category | Stipend per Month |
|---|---|
| Metro | ₹15,500/- |
| Urban | ₹14,500/- |
| Semi-Urban / Rural | ₹14,000/- |
✅ IOB Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Exam Pattern:
| S.No | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| 2 | General English | 25 | 25 |
| 3 | Quantitative and Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| 4 | Computer / Subject Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
✅ IOB Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Selection Process:
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Online Written Examination (Objective Type)
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Test of Local Language (wherever applicable)
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Personal Interaction (if required)
✅ IOB Apprentice Vacancy 2026 Application Fee:
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹200 + 18% GST = ₹236
- GEN / OBC / EWS (Female): ₹600 + 18% GST = ₹708
- GEN / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹800 + 18% GST = ₹944
✅ Important Dates:
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Opening Date of Online Application |
07 July 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Application (NAPS & NATS) |
20 July 2026 |
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Last Date for Payment of Application Fee |
22 July 2026 |
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Online Examination (Tentative) |
02 August 2026 |
✅ Important Links:
| IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Detailed Notification | Download Notification |
| Apply Online through BEEP Portal (BFSI SSC) | Apply Online |
| NATS Portal | Visit NATS Portal |
| NAPS Portal | Visit NAPS Portal |
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✅ How to Apply for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
Candidates can apply through any of the following portals:
➢ Option 1 (BEEP Portal - Recommended): Visit https://beep.bfsissc.com and complete the online application.
➢ Option 2 (NATS Portal): Login at https://nats.education.gov.in and apply against Indian Overseas Bank vacancy.
➢ Option 3 (NAPS Portal): Visit https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in, search for “Indian Overseas Bank” and apply.
Note: Candidates can apply for only ONE State/UT (preferably their home State/UT).
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Total 750 Apprentice posts across various states in India.
What is the educational qualification required?
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University. Final year students whose result will be declared by 31.07.2026 can also apply.
What is the age limit for IOB Apprentice?
Minimum 20 years and Maximum 28 years as on 01.07.2026.
What is the stipend for IOB Apprentices?
₹14,000 to ₹15,500 per month depending on the location of the branch (Metro/Urban/Semi-Urban/Rural).
What is the last date to apply for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Last date for online application is 20 July 2026.
What is the selection process?
Online Written Examination (100 marks) + Test of Local Language (wherever applicable).