Canara Bank has released the notification for the Engagement of Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27, covering 3,500 training seats across states and Union Territories. Graduates in any discipline aged 20 to 28 years can apply online from 1 October 2026 to 17 October 2026. Selected apprentices receive a stipend of Rs. 16,650 per month for a 12-month training period.
Important Note: Three things to check before applying. First, you must complete a 100% profile on the NATS apprenticeship portal first, then apply through the Bank’s website – applications without a valid NATS enrollment are not possible. Second, you can opt for only one State, and if you did not study the local language in Class 10 or 12, you must pass a local language test at document verification or you will not be engaged. Third, this is an apprenticeship, not a regular bank job – apprentices are not employees of Canara Bank, and the engagement does not guarantee a job.
Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Canara Bank (Head Office, Bengaluru) |
| Recruitment Name | Engagement of Graduate Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27 |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice |
| Training Seats | 3,500 (provisional) |
| Notification Date | 25.09.2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 01.10.2026 to 17.10.2026 |
| Qualification | Degree (Graduation) in any discipline |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years as on 01.09.2026 |
| Training Period | 12 months |
| Stipend | Rs. 16,650 per month |
| Application Fee | SC/ST/PwBD: Nil; All Others: Rs. 500 |
| Selection Basis | State-wise merit list on 12th/Diploma marks, then document verification |
| Official Website | canarabank.bank.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 25.09.2026 |
| NATS Portal Registration (100% profile) | Before applying, if not registered earlier |
| Online Registration Opens | 01.10.2026 |
| Online Registration Closes | 17.10.2026 |
| Date of Reckoning for Eligibility | 01.09.2026 |
Dates for document verification and the local language test are not specified in the notification. Further announcements will appear only on the Bank’s website.
State-Wise Vacancy Details
Candidates can opt for training seats in only one State. Seats are provisional and may vary according to the Bank’s actual requirement.
| State/UT | Local Language | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Andaman and Nicobar Islands (UT) | Hindi/English | 4 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu/Urdu | 247 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 5 |
| Assam | Assamese/Bengali/Bodo | 42 |
| Bihar | Hindi/Urdu | 122 |
| Chandigarh (UT) | Hindi/Punjabi | 6 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 39 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli (UT) | Gujarati | 1 |
| Daman and Diu (UT) | Gujarati | 1 |
| Delhi (UT) | Hindi | 93 |
| Goa | Konkani | 25 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 89 |
| Haryana | Hindi/Punjabi | 114 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 23 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | Urdu/Hindi | 16 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi/Santhali | 74 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 581 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 240 |
| Ladakh (UT) | Urdu/Ladakhi/Bhoti | 1 |
| Lakshadweep (UT) | Malayalam | 4 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 110 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 205 |
| Manipur | Manipuri/English | 3 |
| Meghalaya | English/Garo/Khasi | 5 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 2 |
| Nagaland | English | 4 |
| Odisha | Odia | 104 |
| Pondicherry (UT) | Tamil | 4 |
| Punjab | Punjabi/Hindi | 96 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 96 |
| Sikkim | Nepali/English | 4 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 391 |
| Telangana | Telugu/Urdu | 134 |
| Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 8 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi/Urdu | 409 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 48 |
| West Bengal | Bengali/Nepali | 150 |
| Total | 3,500 |
Important Points About Training Seats
- Candidates can give their order of preference for all districts in the selected State. Allotment is need-based and subject to seat availability.
- The Bank reserves the right to allot a seat in any district of the selected State as per administrative requirement.
- Check eligibility as on the reckoning date before applying.
Eligibility Criteria
All conditions, including age and qualification, are computed as on 01.09.2026.
Educational Qualification
A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a university recognized by the Government of India, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. The graduation must have been passed not earlier than 01.01.2023 and not later than 01.09.2026.
Local Language Test
Candidates who show a 10th or 12th standard mark sheet or certificate proving they studied the opted local language do not need to take the test. For others, the test is held at the time of Document Verification, and those who fail will not be engaged as apprentices.
Other Eligibility Conditions
- A 100% complete profile on the NATS portal is required before applying.
- Engagement is subject to the candidate being declared medically fit as per the Bank’s requirement.
- No Ex-servicemen or Disabled Ex-servicemen will be engaged, and there is no reservation for them.
- Candidates must not have undergone apprenticeship training earlier with Canara Bank or any other organization, must not be pursuing apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act 1961, and must not have been terminated during apprenticeship due to their own fault.
- Candidates with one year or more of training or job experience after completing their qualification are not eligible.
- OBC candidates need a valid non-creamy layer certificate; creamy layer candidates must apply as General.
Age Limit
Minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years as on 01.09.2026 (born between 02.09.1998 and 01.09.2006, both days inclusive).
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 years |
| Widows, divorced and legally separated women (not remarried) | Up to 35 years (General/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST) |
Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC is allowed on a cumulative basis with only one of the remaining categories. Certificates must be submitted in original with photocopies at document verification.
Reservation Details
Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD follows the prescribed percentages of the respective States/UTs as per Government guidelines. Reserved-category candidates may also apply for unreserved vacancies if they meet the unreserved criteria. PwBD reservation is horizontal and within the overall training vacancies for the State, and applies only to benchmark disability (not less than 40%) with a valid permanent disability certificate. EWS candidates need an Income and Asset Certificate in the prescribed Government of India format.
Stipend
Apprentices are not employees of Canara Bank, and a monthly stipend is paid instead of a salary.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly Stipend | Rs. 16,650 (including Government subsidy, if any) |
| Paid by Canara Bank | Rs. 10,500 per month |
| Government Share | Rs. 6,150, credited via DBT |
| Other Allowances/Benefits | Not eligible |
The stipend is paid each month after adjusting loss of pay, if any.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Non-Refundable) |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | Nil |
| All Others | Rs. 500 (including intimation charges) |
Payment is online only, through debit cards, credit cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, cash cards or mobile wallets. Do not press Back or Refresh after submitting payment details.
Selection Process
Selection is merit-based. The notification does not describe a written examination.
- Merit list: Prepared State-wise in descending order of marks/percentage in 12th Std (HSC/10+2)/Diploma. Ties are ranked by age in descending order.
- Minimum marks: Not less than 60% (55% for SC/ST/PwBD) in 12th/Diploma. Fractions are ignored, so 59.99% is treated as below 60%.
- Document Verification and local language test: Original documents are checked, and any discrepancy leads to disqualification.
- Final selection: Subject to verification, qualifying the local language test (where applicable), and medical fitness.
Where CGPA/OGPA is awarded, convert it into percentage in the application with a certificate from the appropriate authority.
How to Apply for Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Register on the NATS portal – Click Here – and complete your profile to 100%. Keep your enrollment number.
- Visit the official Canara Bank website – Click Here – and open Careers, then Recruitment, then the link for Engagement of Graduate Apprentices FY 2026-27.
- Use the online application link – Click Here – and click “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION.”
- Enter your NATS enrollment ID, fill in all fields, and choose one State along with district preferences.
- Upload your photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration.
- Use “SAVE AND NEXT” to verify details. No change is possible after FINAL SUBMIT.
- Pay the fee online (if applicable), then print your application and e-receipt.
Apply well before the closing date to avoid website load issues. Submit only one application; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid completed one is retained.
Upload Specifications
| Document | Dimensions | File Size |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph (4.5cm x 3.5cm) | 200 x 230 pixels | 20 KB to 50 KB |
| Signature | 140 x 60 pixels | 10 KB to 20 KB |
| Left thumb impression | 240 x 240 pixels at 200 DPI | 20 KB to 50 KB |
| Handwritten declaration | 800 x 400 pixels at 200 DPI | 50 KB to 100 KB |
The declaration must be handwritten in English, black ink, not in capital letters. Keep a valid personal email ID and mobile number active until the process ends.
Documents Required at the Time of Engagement
Originals with a self-attested photocopy must be submitted, or the candidate may not be permitted to join.
- System-generated printout of the online application
- Proof of date of birth (Birth Certificate or SSLC/Std. X certificate)
- Photo ID (Passport, Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Driving Licence, or other statutory photo ID)
- Mark sheets and certificates from SSC to the highest examination passed, including the final degree
- Income and Asset Certificate (EWS candidates)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC), with non-creamy layer clause for OBC
- UDID card and Disability Certificate from a Medical Board (PwBD candidates)
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| NATS Portal Registration | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
✅ 3,500 training seats across states and Union Territories, provisional and subject to the Bank’s requirement.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
✅ 17 October 2026. Applications opened on 1 October 2026.
Q3. What is the qualification required?
✅ A graduation degree in any discipline, passed between 01.01.2023 and 01.09.2026.
Q4. What is the age limit?
✅ 20 to 28 years as on 01.09.2026, with relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD and certain women candidates.
Q5. What is the stipend?
✅ Rs. 16,650 per month (Rs. 10,500 from the Bank and Rs. 6,150 from the Government via DBT).
Q6. What is the application fee?
✅ Rs. 500 for all others; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD.
Q7. Is NATS registration mandatory?
✅ Yes. A 100% complete profile on the NATS portal is required before applying.
Q8. What is the selection process?
✅ A State-wise merit list based on 12th/Diploma marks, followed by document verification, a local language test (where applicable), and a medical fitness check.
Q9. Is this a permanent bank job?
✅ No. It is a 12-month apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and does not guarantee employment.
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled from the official Canara Bank advertisement for Engagement of Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27. Candidates must verify all eligibility and application details directly from canarabank.bank.in before applying. This article is for informational purposes only.
