Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 635 Posts | Eligibility, Stipend & Last Date
Punjab & Sind Bank (PSB), a Government of India undertaking, has officially released its Apprentice Recruitment Notification 2026. A total of 635 apprentice vacancies are available across 29 States and Union Territories of India. Online applications opened on 21 May 2026 and the last date to apply is 06 June 2026. This is a golden opportunity for fresh graduates to gain hands-on banking experience with a monthly stipend of ₹12,300. Don’t miss this chance — the window is short, so apply before it closes!
🏢 Organization Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Punjab & Sind Bank (A Govt. of India Undertaking) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Advertisement Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Job Location | Pan India (29 States/UTs) |
| Official Email | [email protected] |
| Head Office | NBCC Building Block 3, Kidwai Nagar, New Delhi – 110023 |
Punjab and Sind Bank is one of the banks that have been nationalized in India. As far as banking services are concerned, PSB provides excellent banking services to its clients. Thus, being selected as PSB apprentice ensures that you are provided practical knowledge about banking within the ambit of a structured government program.
📊 Number of Vacancies & Reservation
Total Posts: 635
| State/UT | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 20 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| Assam | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| Bihar | 6 | 0 | 10 | 4 | 20 | 40 |
| Chandigarh | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 15 |
| Chhattisgarh | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 10 |
| Delhi (NCT) | 4 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 13 | 30 |
| Gujarat | 1 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 20 |
| Haryana | 9 | 0 | 13 | 5 | 23 | 50 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 5 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 20 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| Jharkhand | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 10 |
| Karnataka | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| Kerala | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 20 |
| Maharashtra | 3 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 14 | 30 |
| Manipur | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| Mizoram | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| Nagaland | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| Odisha | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 15 |
| Punjab | 26 | 0 | 18 | 9 | 37 | 90 |
| Rajasthan | 4 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 13 | 30 |
| Sikkim | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| Tamil Nadu | 3 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 20 |
| Telangana | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 20 |
| Tripura | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 21 | 1 | 27 | 10 | 41 | 100 |
| Uttarakhand | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 10 |
| West Bengal | 4 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 20 |
| TOTAL | 635 |
PwBD Reservation: On horizontal basis. Disability categories include Visually Impaired (HI), Hearing Impaired (HI), Orthopedically Challenged (OC), and Intellectual Disability (ID).
SC/ST/OBC/EWS reservation perks have helped increase the chances for candidates belonging to all sections. There are 635 seats available all throughout the major states of the country. If you are a candidate applying for smaller states, then you might experience fewer competitors than bigger states such as Uttar Pradesh (100), Punjab (90).
🎓 Educational Qualification
- Regular Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University/Institute, OR equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
- The candidate must be proficient in the local language (Reading, Writing, Speaking, Understanding) of the applied State/UT. Proof via 8th/10th/12th or Graduation certificate showing the local language as a studied subject is required.
Important Restrictions:
- Postgraduate degree holders are NOT eligible.
- Candidates with one year or more of work experience are NOT eligible.
- The qualifying exam should not have been passed more than 5 years ago (cut-off date: 06.06.2026).
One should have at least a normal degree in any stream to be eligible to apply, thus offering the chance to all Arts, Commerce, and Science graduates. The main candidates for this apprenticeship scheme would be fresh graduates without any work experience at all.
📉 Minimum Qualifying Marks
Any particular percentage mark is not specified in the announcement. But the merit list would be drawn up in order of HSC/10+2 percentage in decreasing order. In case of tie in the percentage, then candidates will be selected on the basis of age with older candidates being preferred.
It is very important for the applicants to understand the principle of merit selection because even when a specific cut-off percentage is not provided, the score that you got in your 10+2 exam directly determines your merit position.
🎂 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
- Cut-off Date for Age: 01 May 2026
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (Benchmark Disabilities) | 10 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women (General/EWS) | Up to 35 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women (OBC) | Up to 38 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women (SC/ST) | Up to 40 years |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years |
The relaxation of age limit becomes one of the key advantages for reserved category aspirants since it provides an extra few years of eligibility. SC/ST aspirants enjoy 5 years’ upper age relaxation, whereas PwBD aspirants enjoy maximum relaxation of 10 years.
💰 Application Fee (Non-Refundable)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹100 + Applicable Taxes + Payment Gateway Charges |
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹200 + Applicable Taxes + Payment Gateway Charges |
- Payment mode: Online only (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI)
- Cash, Cheques, Money Orders, and Postal Stamps are NOT accepted.
- Once paid, fees will NOT be refunded under any circumstances.
The application fee is very affordable compared to most bank recruitment exams. SC/ST/PwBD candidates pay just ₹100, making this one of the most accessible banking opportunities of 2026.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Merit-Based Shortlisting — Based on HSC/10+2 (Class 12) marks
- Document Verification — Original documents checked at joining
- Medical Fitness Check — Candidates must be declared medically fit as per Bank requirements
The merit list would be made State-wise, District-wise, and Category-wise. No test/interview is there in this recruitment procedure; it is totally based on your Class 12th marks. Hence, it is one of the most transparent processes for a recent graduate.
📚 Training Details (Instead of Exam Syllabus)
Since this is an Apprenticeship (not a competitive exam), there is no written examination syllabus. Instead, here are the key training details:
- Duration: 12 Months
- Training Hours: 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM (Monday to Saturday as per Bank schedule)
- Stipend: ₹12,300 per month
- Leave: 1 casual leave per month (maximum 4 at a time)
- Overtime: Not applicable
- Nature of Work: On-the-job training at assigned Bank branches in selected district
- Post-Training Employment: No guarantee of employment after completion. Apprentices are NOT Bank employees.
The above apprenticeship is based on Apprentices Act, 1961 and Apprenticeship Rules, 1992. This can be a good platform for those graduates who wish to make their career in the field of banking and acquire experience in banking along with improving their CVs for any bank exams in future like IBPS PO/Clerk.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration on Apprenticeship Portal | 21 May 2026 onwards (if not done earlier) |
| Commencement of Online Application | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | 06 June 2026 |
| Exam/Interview Date | Not Applicable (Merit-based) |
⚠️ The application window is only about 16 days — act fast! Missing the 06 June 2026 deadline means losing the opportunity entirely, as no late applications are entertained. Mark your calendar and apply today.
📝 How to Apply — Step-by-Step Process
Step 1: First, register yourself on the National Apprenticeship portals:
- https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/
- https://nats.education.gov.in/ Ensure your profile is 100% complete on at least one of these portals before proceeding.
Step 2: Keep the following documents/details ready:
- Valid Aadhaar card number
- Any one Government ID (Voter ID / Driving License / Passport / PAN Card)
- Personal email ID and active mobile number
- Passport-size photograph (JPEG format)
- Scanned signature (JPEG format)
- Scanned thumb impression and handwritten declaration
- Bank account details
- Enrollment ID from NATS portal
Step 3: Visit the official Bank website: https://punjabandsind.bank.in/
Step 4: On the Home Page, click on the “Recruitment” section and find the Apprentice 2026 notification.
Step 5: Fill in the online application form carefully. Select your preferred State and District (you can apply for only ONE state and ONE district).
Step 6: Upload your photograph, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration in the required format (JPG for images, PDF for documents).
Step 7: Pay the application fee online (₹100 for SC/ST/PwBD; ₹200 for General/EWS/OBC).
Step 8: Submit the application and take a printout of the filled form for future reference.
First-time applicants should note that you must register on the national apprenticeship portal BEFORE applying to the Bank — skipping this step will make you ineligible. Keep your email and mobile number active throughout the process as all communication will happen through these channels only.
📜 General Conditions & Important Rules
- A candidate can apply for only one State and one District. Multiple applications will result in only the last valid application being retained, and fees for other applications will be forfeited.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- Apprentices will be treated as trainees, not employees — no labour law benefits or Bank employee perks apply.
- Apprentices cannot engage in any other business or employment during the training period.
- Providing false information at any stage will result in disqualification and may lead to a permanent ban from PSB recruitment processes.
- Disputes, if any, will be subject to the jurisdiction of Courts in Delhi only.
- The Bank reserves the right to cancel, modify, or reschedule the process at any time without prior notice.
- Signature in CAPITAL LETTERS on the application form is NOT acceptable.
- Ration Card and Learner’s Driving License are not valid ID proofs for this process.
Thorough reading of all general conditions can help you prevent disqualification at future stages. Often candidates miss out on their chance due not to ineligibility, but owing to carelessness in filling out the form.
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://punjabandsind.bank.in/ |
| Official Notification | https://punjabandsind.bank.in/ (Recruitment Section) |
| Apprenticeship Portal 1 | https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/ |
| Apprenticeship Portal 2 | https://nats.education.gov.in/ |
| Official Website | https://punjabandsind.bank.in/ |
❓ FAQ Section
The last date to submit the online application along with fee payment is 06 June 2026. No applications will be accepted after this date, so candidates should apply well in advance to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Candidates between 20 to 28 years of age (as on 01 May 2026) who hold a regular graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university are eligible. Postgraduate degree holders and candidates with one or more years of work experience are NOT eligible. The qualifying exam must not have been passed more than 5 years ago.
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹12,300 per month for the entire 12-month training period. Note that no additional allowances like DA, TA, or conveyance will be paid.
There is no written examination or interview. Selection is entirely merit-based, using your HSC/10+2 (Class 12) marks. A merit list will be prepared State-wise, District-wise, and Category-wise. In case of a tie, age in descending order will be the tiebreaker. Final joining is subject to document verification and medical fitness.
The application fee is ₹200 for General, EWS, and OBC candidates, and ₹100 for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates. Additional taxes and payment gateway charges are applicable. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online only.
No. Each candidate can apply for only one State and one District. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last valid completed application will be considered, and fees paid for the other applications will be forfeited.
No. The apprenticeship does not guarantee permanent employment. Apprentices are treated as trainees and not as Bank employees. The Bank has no obligation to offer employment after the 12-month training, and candidates cannot claim any job rights after completion. However, the experience gained can significantly boost your profile for future banking exams.
📜 Disclaimer
The information provided in this post is based on the official notification released by Punjab & Sind Bank dated 21 May 2026. CurrentOpenings (https://currentopenings.in/) makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the content. However, candidates are strongly advised to verify all details from the official notification and the Bank’s website before applying. We are not responsible for any discrepancy, typographical error, or change in information that may occur after publication. Always refer to the official source for the most up-to-date and accurate information.
| Total Vacancies | 635 |
| Job Type | Apprentice |
| Apply Date | 21 May 2026 — 06 Jun 2026 Live · 10 days left |
| Job Location | 📍 All India |
| Official Advertisement | Download PDF |
| Registration Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 06 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Deposit | 06 June 2026 |
| Exam/Interview Date | Merit Based Selection |
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
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