PNB is seeking to fill thousands of apprentice seats under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment provides a significant opportunity for young graduates to gain hands-on experience in the banking sector with a reputable public sector bank.

Key Vacancy & Salary Details:

• Total Posts: 5,138

• Stipend:

• Metro Branches: ₹15,000 per month.

• Urban/Semi-Urban/Rural Branches: ₹12,300 per month.

• Training Duration: One Year (12 months).

Eligibility Criteria (as on January 1, 2026):

• Educational Qualification:

• Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university/institute.

• The result must have been declared on or before December 31, 2025.

• Candidates must be proficient (read, write, speak, and understand) in the local language of the state they are applying for.

• Age Limit: Minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years (i.e., born between January 2, 1998, and January 1, 2006).

• Relaxation: SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years) as per Govt. norms.

Selection Process:

1. Online Written Test (CBT): A 60-minute exam consisting of 100 MCQs covering General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative/Reasoning Aptitude, and Computer Knowledge.

2. Test of Local Language: Proficiency check in the regional language.

3. Medical Examination & Document Verification.

Important Dates & Application Fee:

• Application Period: February 8, 2026, to February 24, 2026.

• Tentative Exam Date: First week of March 2026.

• Application Fee:

• General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹944 (including GST).

• General / OBC / EWS (Female): ₹708.

• SC / ST / PwBD / Transgender: ₹236.

How to Apply:

Eligible candidates should apply online through the official PNB website (pnb.bank.in under the 'Recruitments' section) or via the BFSI Sector Skill Council portal (bfsissc.com). Candidates are also required to register on the NAPS/NATS portals as part of the process.