Bank of Baroda has officially released the Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification (BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2026/01) inviting online applications for 5,000 apprentice training seats across India under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Monthly stipend is ₹15,000. Application fee is ₹800 for General/OBC male candidates (₹600 for female/transgender; SC/ST/PwBD: ₹200). Last date to apply online is 08 June 2026. Apply via NATS/NAPS portal first, then at Bank of Baroda Website – no other mode accepted. Exam date will be notified separately by BFSI SSC.
Job Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bank of Baroda |
| Ministry/Department | Ministry of Finance/Department of Financial Services |
| Post Name | Apprentice (Under Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Total Vacancies | 5,000 (Across all States/UTs) |
| Stipend/Salary | ₹15,000 per month |
| Job Category | Apprenticeship (Not Employment/Not Contract) |
| Application Mode | Online Only (via NAPS/NATS + BOB portal) |
| Application Fee | ₹800 (General/OBC Male)/₹600 (General/OBC/Female/Transgender)/₹200 (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Job Location | All India (State/District-wise training seats) |
| Official Website | bankofbaroda.bank.in |
| Online Registration Start | 19 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 June 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2026/01 |
Salary/Stipend Details
| Post | Stipend Per Month | Duration | Additional Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | ₹15,000 | 12 Months (On-the-Job Training) | Apprenticeship Certificate (SBI-NSDC/BFSI-SSC joint) on successful completion |
Note: As per the official notification, apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances or benefits beyond ₹15,000/month. Stipend is paid on completion of each month after adjusting Loss of Pay, if any. This is not regular employment – apprentices are Trainees only, not employees of the Bank.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Plus GST) |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC – Male | ₹800 + GST |
| General/EWS/OBC – Female/Transgender | ₹600 + GST |
| SC/ST | ₹200 + GST |
| PwBD | ₹200 + GST |
Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances – even if the online exam is not conducted or the candidate is not selected. Payment must be made through BFSI SSC’s secure payment link only.
Vacancy Details – State/UT Wise
| State/UT | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat | 67 | 144 | 259 | 96 | 394 | 960 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 160 | 7 | 206 | 76 | 315 | 764 |
| Maharashtra | 58 | 52 | 156 | 58 | 256 | 580 |
| Karnataka | 77 | 33 | 130 | 48 | 195 | 483 |
| Rajasthan | 70 | 53 | 82 | 41 | 166 | 412 |
| West Bengal | 44 | 9 | 42 | 19 | 80 | 194 |
| Tamil Nadu | 37 | 1 | 53 | 19 | 89 | 199 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 30 | 13 | 50 | 18 | 77 | 188 |
| Bihar | 28 | 1 | 48 | 17 | 85 | 179 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 20 | 27 | 20 | 13 | 56 | 136 |
| Chhattisgarh | 14 | 39 | 7 | 12 | 50 | 122 |
| Kerala | 11 | 1 | 29 | 11 | 59 | 111 |
| Delhi | 13 | 6 | 24 | 9 | 39 | 91 |
| Haryana | 15 | 0 | 22 | 8 | 39 | 84 |
| Telangana | 13 | 5 | 22 | 8 | 35 | 83 |
| Punjab | 22 | 0 | 16 | 7 | 33 | 78 |
| Uttarakhand | 13 | 2 | 9 | 7 | 45 | 76 |
| Jharkhand | 7 | 16 | 7 | 6 | 28 | 64 |
| Odisha | 14 | 20 | 11 | 9 | 38 | 92 |
| Assam | 2 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 15 | 29 |
| Goa | 0 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 19 | 29 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 8 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Ladakh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Other States/UTs | — | — | — | — | — | remaining |
| TOTAL | 717 | 441 | 1208 | 486 | 2148 | 5000 |
Kerala district-wise seats include: Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam (Kochi), Thrissur, Kozhikode, Kollam, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kannur, Kasaragod, Wayanad, Pathanamthitta and more. PwBD seats: OC-54, HI-51, VI-48, ID-36 (horizontal reservation within overall vacancies).
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Eligibility Criteria/Educational Qualification
Apprentice Post
Essential (as on 01.05.2026 – Cut Off Date):
- Graduation Degree in any Discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government
Mandatory Pre-conditions:
- Must be registered on NAPS portal and/or NATS portal before applying
- For NATS candidates: date of passing Graduation must not be more than 4 years before the cut-off date (01.05.2026)
- Should NOT have previously undergone or be currently pursuing apprenticeship in any organization under the Apprentices Act, 1961
- Should NOT have been terminated from any previous apprenticeship due to own fault
- Candidates with 1 year or more of post-qualification training/job experience are NOT eligible
- Ex-Servicemen are NOT eligible – no reservation for ex-servicemen
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Online Registration Start | 19 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 08 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 08 June 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | To Be Notified by BFSI SSC |
| Document Verification/Language Test | To Be Notified (after exam) |
| Age/Eligibility Cut-Off Date | 01 May 2026 |
| Training Duration | 12 Months (On-the-Job) |
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01.05.2026) |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | Minimum 20 years – Maximum 28 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 28 + 3 = 31 years |
| SC/ST | 28 + 5 = 33 years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 28 + 10 = 38 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 28 + 13 = 41 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 28 + 15 = 43 years |
NAPS-registered candidates: maximum age must be less than 34 years as on 01.05.2026 (regardless of category relaxation beyond this).
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Selection Process
- Online Written Examination (Objective Type – 100 Questions/100 Marks/60 Minutes)
- General/Financial Awareness – 25 Questions/25 Marks
- Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude – 25 Questions/25 Marks
- Computer Knowledge – 25 Questions/25 Marks
- General English – 25 Questions/25 Marks
- Document Verification (at Bank of Baroda Regional/Zonal Office – candidates own expense)
- Test of Local Language of the State/UT applied for (waived if language studied at 10th/12th level)
- Medical Fitness Examination
- Final Engagement (digital contract issued via NAPS/NATS portal)
NO negative marking for wrong answers. No TA/DA paid by Bank of Baroda for exam, language test, or document verification attendance. Online exam is remotely proctored – candidates appear from any location using a smartphone/laptop/desktop with front camera, microphone, and stable Wi-Fi.
How to Apply – Step-by-Step
- MANDATORY FIRST STEP: Register on Government Apprenticeship portals:
- NATS Portal (navigate to “Student Register/Login”)
- NAPS Portal
- Keep ready the following documents for portal registration (all colour scans, JPEG/PDF, under 1 MB):
- Aadhaar Card (front & back)
- PAN Card
- Valid personal email ID and mobile number
- Passport-size photograph
- Class X marksheet
- Class XII marksheet
- Degree Marksheet/Provisional Certificate
- Savings Bank Passbook/Cheque Leaf
- Signature scan
- After NAPS/NATS registration, apply for Bank of Baroda’s apprenticeship opportunity:
- NATS: Login → “Apply against advertised vacancies” → search “Bank of Baroda”
- NAPS: Visit Apprenticeship Opportunities → search “Bank of Baroda” → click “Apply for this Opportunity”
- After applying on portal, you will receive an email from info@bfsissc.com to fill the “Application cum Examination Form” – select state, preferred training locations (up to 3), category, PwBD status
- Pay the application fee online through BFSI SSC’s secure payment link:
- General/OBC Male: ₹800 + GST
- General/OBC Female/Transgender: ₹600 + GST
- SC/ST/PwBD: ₹200 + GST
- Note down your Enrolment ID (NATS) and Apprentice Registration Code (NAPS) – mandatory for all future correspondence
- Registration is complete only when fee payment is confirmed. Save your acknowledgement number.
- Download call letter from Bank of Baroda Official Website when notified
Candidates can apply for one state only – no change permitted after submission. Hard copy must NOT be sent to Bank of Baroda. No change of data is allowed after final submission.
Important Instructions/General Conditions
- Candidates can apply for one state only – no change permitted at any stage after registration
- NAPS/NATS portal registration is mandatory before applying on the BOB/BFSI SSC portal
- This is not regular or contract employment – apprentices are Trainees only and not employees of the Bank
- Bank of Baroda has no obligation to offer regular employment after completion of apprenticeship
- Candidates with 1 year or more post-qualification experience are NOT eligible
- Ex-Servicemen are not eligible – no reservation for them in this engagement
- OBC candidates must belong to Non-Creamy Layer – creamy layer candidates must apply as General
- EWS candidates must have Income and Asset Certificate for the relevant financial year
- Apprentices are prohibited from joining or forming any Union Body
- Bank reserves right to cancel the process entirely at any stage without assigning any reason
- All disputes subject to jurisdiction of Courts/Tribunals in Mumbai only
- A state and category-wise Wait List will be maintained for 1 year from result date
- No Transport/Hostel accommodation is provided during the apprenticeship training period
- Candidates with adverse CIBIL/loan default record are not eligible for engagement
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Download the Official Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment Notification PDF |
| NATS Registration | NATS Portal |
| NAPS Registration | NAPS Portal |
| Apply Now | Apply Online Via Bank of Baroda Careers |
| Official Website | Bank of Baroda Official Website |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 08 June 2026.
How many vacancies are available in Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are 5,000 apprentice vacancies.
What is the stipend for Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The monthly stipend is ₹15,000.
What qualification is required for Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have a Graduation Degree in any discipline.
What is the selection process for Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Selection is through online exam, document verification, local language test, and medical fitness.
Can candidates from other states apply for Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Yes, candidates from other states can apply for Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026. However, each candidate can apply for one state only, must be proficient in the local language of that state, and training will be conducted in the chosen state/UT only, as per the official notification.
What is the application fee for Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The application fee starts from ₹800 + GST based on category.
