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Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 5000 Vacancies Out!

Bank of Baroda (BOB) has officially released Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2026/01 for the engagement of 5000 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking 12 months of on-the-job training with a leading Public Sector Bank. The online application process for these vacancies across 35 States/UTs commences on May 19, 2026, and the last date for submission is June 08, 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the full notification before applying.

Overview of BOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

A total of 5000 training seats have been announced for engagement as Apprentices across 35 States/UTs. These are distributed State/UT-wise across SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and UR categories with horizontal reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). For a detailed State/UT-wise and category-wise breakdown of vacancies, candidates are advised to refer to the official notification PDF.

Eligibility Criteria

• Registration Requirement: Candidates must be registered on NAPS portal (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and/or NATS portal (https://nats.education.gov.in) before applying.
• Educational Qualification: Graduation Degree in any Discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualifications recognized by the Central Government. For NATS candidates, the date of passing Graduation should not be more than 4 years preceding 01-05-2026.
• Prior Apprenticeship: Candidate should NOT have undergone Apprenticeship with Bank of Baroda or any other Establishment in the past, and should not currently be pursuing Apprenticeship Training.
• Training / Job Experience: Candidates with training or job experience for 1 year or more after completing educational qualification are NOT eligible.
• State/UT Application: Candidates can apply for engagement as apprentice in one State/UT only and must select up to 3 preferred training locations/centres within that State/UT.
• Nationality: Indian Citizens only.

Age Limit (as on 01-05-2026)

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years

Age Relaxation (as per Government of India guidelines)

Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable Application/Intimation/Examination Charges/Fees to BFSI SSC through the secure online payment link.

Selection Process

Selection for engagement of apprentices will be based on three stages:

Stage 1: Online Examination

The online examination will be remotely proctored and will consist of 100 questions for 100 marks, with a duration of 60 minutes. There will be NO negative marks for wrong answers.

SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates receive a 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks on aggregate.

Stage 2: Document Verification

Candidates who qualify the online examination will be invited for Document Verification at a Bank-designated centre in the State/UT they applied for.

Stage 3: Test of Local Language (State-wise)

A local language test will be conducted for candidates. Candidates producing 10th or 12th standard mark sheets having studied the specified local language of the State/UT will be exempted from this test. Failure to qualify the local language test will lead to ineligibility for engagement. For a complete list of State/UT-wise local languages, please refer to the official notification.

How to Apply for Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Applications must be submitted online only. Follow these steps:

1. Mandatory Registration: First, register on the Government Apprenticeship portals: NAPS (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and/or NATS (https://nats.education.gov.in).
2. Application Form & Payment: After NAPS/NATS registration, eligible candidates will receive an email from BFSI SSC inviting them to fill the final "Application cum Examination Form" and make the applicable fee payment.
3. Completion: The application is considered complete only after the fee/charges are successfully deposited with BFSI SSC.
4. Important Note: Keep your Enrolment Id (NATS) and Apprentice Registration Code (NAPS) for future correspondence.

Documents Required for NATS/NAPS Registration:

• Colour scan copy of Aadhaar Card (Front & Back Page) (JPEG, <1 MB)
• Colour scan copy of PAN Card (JPEG, <1 MB)
• Valid Personal Email ID and Mobile Number
• Colour scan copy of Passport-size Photograph (JPEG, <1 MB)
• Colour scan copy of Xth Marksheet (PDF, <1 MB)
• Colour scan copy of XIIth Marksheet (PDF, <1 MB)
• Colour scan copy of Degree Marksheet / Provisional Certificate (PDF, <1 MB)
• Colour scan copy of Saving Bank Passbook / Cheque Leaf (PDF, <1 MB)
• Colour scan copy of Signature (JPEG, <1 MB)

Documents to be Produced at Document Verification / Language Proficiency Test:

• Printout of valid Language Proficiency Test Intimation Letter/mail from Bank
• Valid system generated printout of the online application / Registration / Enrollment form
• Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or SSLC / Std. X Certificate with DOB)
• Photo Identity Proof (Government-issued ID)
• Individual Semester/Year-wise Marksheets and Certificates for educational qualifications including final degree/diploma certificate
• CGPA to Percentage conversion certificate (if applicable)