Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 5000 Posts | Eligibility, Stipend ₹15,000 & Last Date
Bank of Baroda (BOB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, has officially released its Apprentice Recruitment Notification 2026 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 5000 training seats are available across all States and Union Territories of India. This is a golden opportunity for fresh graduates to gain hands-on banking experience with a monthly stipend of ₹15,000. The online registration window is open from 19 May 2026 to 08 June 2026 — don’t miss this chance to kickstart your banking career!
🏢 Organization Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Bank of Baroda (BOB) |
| Conducted By | BFSI SSC (Banking, Financial Services & Insurance Sector Skill Council of India) |
| Post Name | Apprentice (Under Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Advertisement No. | BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2026/01 |
| Job Location | Pan India (All States & UTs) |
| Training Duration | 12 Months (On-the-Job Training) |
| Official Website | https://bankofbaroda.bank.in/ |
Bank of Baroda is a major nationalized bank in India and it provides structured training programs in the form of an apprenticeship training which helps the participants gain actual hands-on experience about banking practices. The engagement in such type of training programs takes place through Apprentices Act, 1961.
📊 Number of Vacancies & Reservation
Total Training Seats: 5000
| Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 2148 |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 1208 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 717 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 441 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 486 |
| Total | 5000 |
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) Seats:
| Type | Seats |
|---|---|
| Orthopedically Challenged (OC) | 54 |
| Hearing Impaired (HI) | 51 |
| Visually Impaired (VI) | 48 |
| Intellectually Disabled (ID) | 36 |
Top States by Vacancy:
- Gujarat: 960
- Maharashtra: 580
- Karnataka: 483
- Rajasthan: 412
- Uttar Pradesh: 764
Reservation facilities are provided to the SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates according to the norms prescribed by the Government of India. The quota for PwBD candidates is horizontal across all the vacancies provided by each individual state. Reservations provide more chances of selection for the reserved category candidates because of lesser competition and age relaxation.
🎓 Educational Qualification
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University |
| Equivalent Qualification | Any qualification recognized as equivalent by the Central Government |
| For NATS Candidates | Date of passing graduation should NOT be more than 4 years prior to the cut-off date (01.05.2026) |
A graduate from Arts/Science/Commerce or any other branch of studies is eligible to apply for this apprenticeship program. He/she should be a graduate but he/she should NOT have had 1 year or more experience after his/her graduation in any company/industry/training firm etc. This apprenticeship program suits well to those who want to start their career in banking.
📉 Minimum Qualifying Marks
Candidates must score a minimum aggregate percentage in the Online Examination as decided by the Bank.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | As per Bank’s cut-off |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwBD | 5% relaxation on minimum qualifying marks |
The merit list will be prepared in respect of each state separately and category-wise. If there is a tie in marks, then the candidates’ ages shall be taken into consideration where older candidates shall get preference. This knowledge will certainly help you in preparing well for your exams. Aim high always in terms of scores.
🎂 Age Limit
(As on the Cut-Off Date: 01.05.2026)
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years (General) |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Note: For NAPS-registered candidates, the maximum age must be below 34 years as on the cut-off date.
With relaxation in the age criteria, the program becomes less exclusive with regard to candidates belonging to the reserved category. For all those who fall under the SC/ST/OBC/PwBD category, do ensure that you fulfill the criteria even if you are more than 28 years old.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST Candidates | ₹200/- + GST |
| PwBD Candidates | ₹200/- + GST |
| General/EWS/OBC – Male | ₹800/- + GST |
| General/EWS/OBC – Female/Transgender | ₹600/- + GST |
Payment Mode: Online only, through the secure payment link provided by BFSI SSC.
Once the amount is paid, it is not refundable; therefore, candidates need to be careful enough regarding their eligibility before paying the amount. The female candidates of General/EWS/OBC category have a concession of ₹200 than the male counterpart. There is no waiver on General category candidates.
⚙️ Selection Process
The selection for BOB Apprentice 2026 involves three stages:
Stage 1 – Online Examination (CBT) Stage 2 – Document Verification Stage 3 – Local Language Proficiency Test Stage 4 – Medical Fitness Check
Key points:
- The exam is remotely proctored — you can appear from home using a smartphone/laptop/tablet with a front camera and microphone
- No negative marking for wrong answers
- Final selection is subject to clearing all stages and document verification
BOB Apprentice selections are not very tough, particularly for the big States like UP, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and others. There being no negative marking, the candidate must attempt all the questions. Another step in the selection process is the language proficiency test in the language of the applied State.
📚 Examination Syllabus & Pattern
Online Exam Structure (Objective Type, 60 Minutes):
| Section | Questions | Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | Hindi/English |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 | Hindi/English |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | Hindi/English |
| General English | 25 | 25 | English only |
| Total | 100 | 100 | — |
Key Exam Features:
- Duration: 60 minutes
- No negative marking
- Remotely proctored (from home)
- Exam date to be announced separately
The importance of all four parts is same because the weight age is same for all the four. One can begin their preparation from General/Fiscal Awareness which will deal with all the current events happening in banks, RBI notifications, and fiscal schemes that have the highest marks among all other subjects.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 June 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | To be announced |
| Document Verification | After Exam Result |
| Language Proficiency Test | After Online Exam |
Do not wait till the last minute, since the last date for applying is 08 June 2026. The official website is likely to be heavily loaded close to the closing date, therefore apply well in advance and make sure you get an acknowledgment number. If you miss the deadline, you will lose one whole year.
📝 How to Apply – Step-by-Step Process
Step 1: First register on the Government Apprenticeship Portal — either NATS (https://nats.education.gov.in) under “Student Register/Login” or NAPS (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in).
Step 2: Keep the following documents ready for portal registration:
- Aadhaar Card (Front & Back) – JPEG, < 1 MB
- PAN Card – JPEG, < 1 MB
- Passport-size Photograph – JPEG, < 1 MB
- 10th Marksheet – PDF, < 1 MB
- 12th Marksheet – PDF, < 1 MB
- Degree Marksheet/Provisional Certificate – PDF, < 1 MB
- Bank Passbook/Cheque Leaf – PDF, < 1 MB
- Signature – JPEG, < 1 MB
- Valid Email ID and Mobile Number
Step 3 (NATS users): Login at https://nats.education.gov.in/student_type.php → Go to “Apply against advertised vacancies” → Search for “Bank of Baroda”.
Step 4 (NAPS users): Visit https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/apprenticeship/opportunity → Search “Bank of Baroda” → Click “View” → Click “Apply for this Opportunity”.
Step 5: After applying on NATS/NAPS, eligible candidates will receive an email from [email protected] inviting them to fill the Application cum Examination Form.
Step 6: Fill in personal details, choose up to 3 preferred training locations in your selected State, and pay the application fee online via the BFSI SSC payment link.
Step 7: Note down your Enrolment ID (from NATS) or Apprentice Registration Code (from NAPS) for future correspondence.
Step 8: Download and save a copy of your completed application form.
It is a two-step process (NATS/NAPS & BFSI SSC Form). Submitting only one part of it will render your application incomplete. Applicants who apply for the first time must go through candidate user manuals, which can be found on both portals. Your application is considered complete after making the payment to BFSI SSC.
📜 General Conditions & Important Rules
- A candidate can apply for only one State/UT.
- Candidates must select up to 3 preferred training locations within the chosen State.
- Seat allotment is based on merit, preference, and availability — preference does not guarantee allocation to that location.
- Candidates who previously completed apprenticeship anywhere or are currently undergoing one are NOT eligible.
- Candidates who were terminated from any apprenticeship due to their own fault are NOT eligible.
- Candidates with 1 year or more of work/training experience after graduation are NOT eligible.
- Apprentices are NOT employees of Bank of Baroda and have no right to claim regular employment after training.
- Only one application should be submitted; multiple applications lead to rejection.
- No transport, hostel, or residential facility will be provided during the training period.
- All disputes will be subject to jurisdiction of courts in Mumbai only.
- The bank can cancel the apprenticeship at any point for misconduct, without prior notice.
- Apprentices cannot join or form any union.
- All communications will be made only via the registered email ID.
It is vital to have prior knowledge on the rules before making an application. Most people miss out on candidature for little mistakes such as submitting more than one application or not fulfilling the requirement on the experience restriction.
🔗 Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (NATS) | https://nats.education.gov.in |
| Apply Online (NAPS) | https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in |
| BFSI SSC (Fee Payment & Updates) | https://bfsissc.com |
| Official Notification | https://bankofbaroda.bank.in/ → Career → Current Opportunities |
| Official Website | https://bankofbaroda.bank.in/ |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The last date to submit the online application for BOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 08 June 2026. The registration window opened on 19 May 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Any Indian citizen who is a graduate from a recognized university, aged between 20 and 28 years (as on 01.05.2026), and registered on NAPS or NATS portal is eligible. Candidates must not have previous apprenticeship experience, must not be currently doing an apprenticeship, and must not have 1 year or more of work/training experience after their graduation.
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000 per month during the 12-month training period. No other allowances or benefits are provided. The stipend is paid monthly after adjusting for any loss of pay, if applicable.
The selection process has four stages: (1) Online Examination — 100 questions, 100 marks, 60 minutes, remotely proctored; (2) Document Verification; (3) Local Language Proficiency Test; and (4) Medical Fitness Check. There is no negative marking in the online exam.
No. Candidates can apply for only one State or Union Territory. Within the chosen State, you can select up to 3 preferred training locations/centers. Once selected, allotment to a different State/UT will not be considered under any circumstances.
No. This is purely a training engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Apprentices are NOT employees of Bank of Baroda and have no right to claim regular employment after the training period ends. After 12 months, candidates are automatically relieved. However, the experience and Apprenticeship Certificate received can significantly strengthen your profile for future banking job applications.
The application fee is: SC/ST/PwBD candidates — ₹200 + GST; General/EWS/OBC Male candidates — ₹800 + GST; General/EWS/OBC Female/Transgender candidates — ₹600 + GST. Payment is accepted only through online mode via the BFSI SSC payment link. The fee is non-refundable.
⚠️ Disclaimer
The information provided in this post is based on the official Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment Notification 2026 (Advt. No. BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2026/01). CurrentOpenings (https://currentopenings.in/) has made every effort to present accurate details, but candidates are strongly advised to verify all information from the official notification and Bank of Baroda’s website before applying. We are not responsible for any discrepancy, error, or change in information that may occur after the publication of this post. Always refer to the official sources for the most updated details.
Bank of Baroda (BOB)| Advertisement No. | BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2026/01 |
| Total Vacancies | 5000 |
| Job Type | Apprentice |
| Apply Date | 19 May 2026 — 08 Jun 2026 Live · 12 days left |
| Job Location | 📍 All India |
| Official Advertisement | Download PDF |
| Notification Release Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced |
| Document Verification | After Exam Result |
| Language Proficiency Test | After Online Exam |
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| BOB Official Website | Open Website |
| Career/Recruitment URL | Open Now |
| Department Website | Open Offical Website |
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| Office Address | Bank Of Baroda. Baroda House, Mandvi,BARODA - 390001 |
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