Punjab & Sind Bank, a Government of India Undertaking, has officially released the Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 635 Apprentice vacancies across 29 States/UTs. As per the official notification, the monthly stipend is ₹12,300 and the application fee ranges from ₹100 to ₹200 depending on category. Applications are accepted online only from 21 May 2026 to 06 June 2026 – do not miss this deadline.
Job Overview – Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab & Sind Bank |
| Ministry/Department | Ministry of Finance, Govt. of India (Public Sector Bank) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 635 |
| Stipend/Salary | ₹12,300 per month |
| Training Period | 12 Months |
| Job Category | Apprentice (Trainee – Not Bank Employee) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Fee | SC/ST/PwBD: ₹100 + taxes | General/EWS/OBC: ₹200 + taxes |
| Job Location | 29 States/UTs across India (State & District-wise) |
| Official Website | punjabandsind.bank.in |
| Application Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 06 June 2026 |
Stipend Details – Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice 2026
| Post | Basis | Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | Per Month | ₹12,300 |
As per the official notification, apprentices will receive ₹12,300 per month as stipend. No daily allowance, conveyance allowance, or travelling allowance is payable. Apprentices are not employees of the Bank and are not entitled to any employee benefits. This is a fixed monthly stipend under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Vacancy Details – State-wise Breakdown
| Sr. No | State/UT | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 20 |
| 2 | Arunachal Pradesh | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| 3 | Assam | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| 4 | Bihar | 6 | 0 | 10 | 4 | 20 | 40 |
| 5 | Chandigarh | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 15 |
| 6 | Chhattisgarh | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 10 |
| 7 | Delhi (NCT) | 4 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 13 | 30 |
| 8 | Gujarat | 1 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 20 |
| 9 | Haryana | 9 | 0 | 13 | 5 | 23 | 50 |
| 10 | Himachal Pradesh | 5 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 20 |
| 11 | Jammu & Kashmir | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| 12 | Jharkhand | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 10 |
| 13 | Karnataka | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| 14 | Kerala | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| 15 | Madhya Pradesh | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 20 |
| 16 | Maharashtra | 3 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 14 | 30 |
| 17 | Manipur | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| 18 | Mizoram | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| 19 | Nagaland | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| 20 | Odisha | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 15 |
| 21 | Punjab | 26 | 0 | 18 | 9 | 37 | 90 |
| 22 | Rajasthan | 4 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 13 | 30 |
| 23 | Sikkim | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| 24 | Tamil Nadu | 3 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 20 |
| 25 | Telangana | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 20 |
| 26 | Tripura | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| 27 | Uttar Pradesh | 21 | 1 | 27 | 10 | 41 | 100 |
| 28 | Uttarakhand | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 10 |
| 29 | West Bengal | 4 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 20 |
| Total | 635 |
A candidate can apply for only one state and one district. Multiple applications will result in forfeiture of fees, with only the latest valid application retained.
Application Fee – Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹100 + Applicable Taxes + Payment Gateway Charges |
| General/EWS/OBC | ₹200 + Applicable Taxes + Payment Gateway Charges |
Fee is non-refundable. Payment through online mode only – Cash, Cheques, Money Orders, and Postal Stamps will NOT be accepted. Bank transaction charges will be borne by the candidate.
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Eligibility Criteria/Educational Qualification
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen (or eligible categories as per Govt. of India guidelines) |
| Age (as on 01.05.2026) | Minimum 20 years – Maximum 28 years |
| Educational Qualification (cut-off 06.06.2026) | Regular Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University/Institute |
| Local Language | Proficiency in local language of the State/UT (Reading, Writing, Speaking, Understanding) required |
Essential Conditions:
- Graduation must be a regular degree from a government-recognized university/institute.
- Candidate must produce 8th/10th/12th or Graduation-level marksheet evidencing the local language studied.
- Post Graduate degree holders are Not eligible.
- Candidates with work experience of 1 year or more are Not eligible.
- Candidates must not have completed 5 years after passing their qualifying examination.
- CGPA/OGPA must be converted to percentage as per university norms.
Important Dates – Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Portal Registration (if not already done) | 21 May 2026 onwards |
| Application Start Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 06 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 06 June 2026 |
| Exam/Interview Date | To Be Notified |
| Result Date | To Be Notified |
Candidates must first register with 100% completed profile on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in AND nats.education.gov.in before applying to the Bank.
Age Limit – Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice 2026
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Age Cut-off Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | 20 years | 28 years | 01 May 2026 |
Age Relaxation Table:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer (OBC) | 3 years |
| Persons With Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women/Legally Separated Women (not remarried) | Up to 35 years (General/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST) |
| Persons Affected by 1984 Riots | 5 years |
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC is cumulative with only one of the remaining applicable categories.
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Selection Process – Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice 2026
- Eligibility verification based on online application and documents submitted.
- Merit list prepared State-wise, District-wise, and Category-wise.
- Ranking based on HSC/10+2 marks in descending order within respective Category, State, and District.
- In case of tie (equal 10+2 marks), candidates ranked by age in descending order.
- Document Verification of shortlisted candidates.
- Medical Fitness verification.
- Final engagement as Apprentice (12-month training period).
There is no written exam or interview mentioned in the official notification. Selection is purely merit-based on 10+2 marks. No TA/DA is payable for document verification – candidates must appear at their own expense.
How to Apply – Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Register on Apprenticeship Portals first (mandatory before Bank application):
- NAPS Portal
- NATS Portal
- Ensure profile is 100% complete on both portals.
- Note your NATS Enrollment ID – required during Bank application.
- Visit the official Bank website: punjabandsind.bank.in
- Click on “Recruitment” on the Home Page and select the Apprentice 2026 notification.
- Register and fill the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload the following documents in prescribed format:
- Passport-size photograph (.jpg/.jpeg)
- Signature (.jpg/.jpeg)
- Live photograph (via webcam or mobile)
- Thumb impression
- Hand-written declaration (text: “I, _______ (Name), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”)
- All scanned documents in PDF format only
- Select only one State and one District for apprenticeship.
- Pay the application fee online (₹100 for SC/ST/PwBD; ₹200 for General/EWS/OBC) – no other mode accepted.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the system-generated application form.
No other mode of application (offline/postal/in-person) is accepted. Only ONE application per candidate. Multiple applications will lead to forfeiture of fees.
District-wise Vacancy Details (Selected States)
| State | District | Vacancies | Local Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow | 15 | Hindi/Urdu |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Ghaziabad, Kanpur Nagar | 10 each | Hindi/Urdu |
| Punjab | Amritsar, Barnala, Bathinda, Faridkot, Firozepur, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, Jalandhar, Ludhiana | 10 each | Punjabi/Hindi |
| Bihar | Patna | 20 | Hindi/Urdu |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai | 20 | Marathi |
| Haryana | Ambala, Gurugram, Karnal | 10 each | Hindi/Punjabi |
| Rajasthan | Ganganagar | 15 | Hindi |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai | 15 | Tamil |
| Delhi | New Delhi | 10 | Hindi |
| Kerala | Thiruvananthapuram | Trivandrum: 3 Ernakulam: 2 | Malayalam |
Full district-wise vacancy list available in Annexure A of the official notification PDF.
Important Instructions/General Conditions
- Apprentices are trainees, not Bank employees – no employee benefits apply.
- Only one application per candidate – only one state and one district allowed.
- Multiple applications: only the latest valid (completed) application will be retained; earlier fees will be forfeited.
- Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the state applied for.
- Post graduates are not eligible. Candidates with 1+ year of work experience are not eligible.
- Candidates must not have completed 5 years since passing their qualifying examination.
- Canvassing in any form is a disqualification.
- Application fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email only – check registered email and Bank website regularly.
- Training hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm daily – no overtime permitted.
- Apprentices get 1 casual leave per month (max 4 at a time); no other leave types applicable.
- No documents to be sent directly to the Bank before or after the process.
- Bank reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment at any stage without notice.
- Any dispute will be subject to the jurisdiction of Courts at Delhi only.
- Ration Card and Learner’s Driving License are NOT valid identity proofs.
- OBC certificate must contain the Non-Creamy Layer clause and must not be more than one year old.
- Apprenticeship contract terminates after 12 months; no right to claim employment after completion.
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Download the Official Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF |
| NATS Registration | NATS Portal |
| NAPS Registration | NAPS Portal |
| Apply Now | Apply Online Via Punjab & Sind Bank Careers |
| Official Website | Punjab & Sind Bank Official Website |
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| Join Telegram Channel | Join Now |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date for Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
As per the official notification, the last date to submit the online application (including fee payment and editing/modification) is 06 June 2026. Applications submitted after this date will not be entertained. The online application window opens from 21 May 2026.
How many vacancies are there in Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
According to the official recruitment notification, a total of 635 Apprentice vacancies have been announced across 29 States/UTs. The highest vacancies are in Uttar Pradesh (100), Punjab (90), Haryana (50), and Bihar (40). State and district-wise breakdowns are available in Annexure A of the notification.
What is the salary or stipend for Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice post?
As mentioned in the official notification, the monthly stipend for Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentices is ₹12,300 per month. No daily allowance, conveyance, or travelling allowance is payable. Apprentices are not Bank employees and are not entitled to any employee benefits beyond the monthly stipend.
What is the qualification required for Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must hold a regular Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institute. Post Graduate degree holders are not eligible. Candidates with work experience of 1 year or more are also not eligible. Additionally, proficiency in the local language of the applied state is required, as per the recruitment notification.
What is the selection process for Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
As per the official notification, there is no written exam. Selection is based on a merit list drawn State-wise, District-wise, and Category-wise using HSC/10+2 marks in descending order. In case of a tie, candidates are ranked by age (descending). Shortlisted candidates will then undergo Document Verification and Medical Fitness check.
What is the application fee for Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The application fee as per the official notification is ₹100 (+ taxes + gateway charges) for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and ₹200 (+ taxes + gateway charges) for General, EWS, and OBC candidates. Fee is non-refundable and payable online only. Cash or cheque payments are not accepted.
How to apply for Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must first register with a 100% completed profile on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and nats.education.gov.in. Then, visit punjabandsind.bank.in, click on Recruitment, fill the online application form, upload required documents, select one state and one district, pay the application fee online, and submit before 06 June 2026.
Can candidates from other states apply for Punjab & Sind Bank Apprenticeships?
Yes, as per the official notification, candidates from all eligible states can apply. However, each candidate must apply for only one state and one district, and must be proficient in the local language of that state. Vacancies are available across 29 states and UTs including UP, Punjab, Maharashtra, Bihar, Haryana, and more.
What is the age relaxation for OBC/SC/ST candidates in Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
According to the recruitment notification, SC/ST candidates get 5 years of age relaxation and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates get 3 years. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are eligible for 10 years of relaxation. Age is calculated as of the cut-off date of 01 May 2026.
Is work experience required for Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice posts?
No prior work experience is required. However, candidates who already have work experience of 1 year or more after completing their educational qualification are NOT eligible to apply, as specified in the official notification. This opportunity is intended for fresh graduates seeking their first exposure to banking operations.
