BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 5000 Vacancies, Rs 15000 Stipend, Apply Online

BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 — 5,000 Apprentice Vacancies for Graduates Across India

Bank of Baroda has released the BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for the engagement of 5,000 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is one of the largest apprenticeship drives in the Indian banking sector this year, offering young graduates a foot in the door of one of the country’s biggest public sector banks. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of Rs 15,000 during a 12-month apprenticeship period, plus practical exposure to real bank operations across all major banking jobs functions.

Online applications are open from 19 May 2026 to 8 June 2026 through the NAPS and NATS apprenticeship portals followed by BFSI SSC payment. The eligibility cut-off is simple — any graduate in any discipline aged between 20 and 28 years (as on 1 May 2026) can apply. This article from GovtJobsAlert.in gives you the full state-wise vacancy summary, stipend, fees, selection process and step-by-step apply guide for BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026.

Bank of Baroda Apprentice 2026 Vacancy, Stipend and Last Date at a Glance

Bank of Baroda is a leading public sector bank with thousands of branches across India and a strong international presence. Under the Apprentices Act 1961, the bank periodically engages graduates as Apprentices for 12 months of hands-on banking training. Apprentices are trainees, not employees of the bank — but the exposure makes you exam-ready for IBPS, SBI, RBI and other bank recruitment notifications.

• Recruiting Body: Bank of Baroda (BoB)
• Engagement: Apprentice under Apprentices Act, 1961
• Total Vacancies: 5,000 (across 35 States and Union Territories)
• Stipend: Rs 15,000 per month (12-month apprenticeship)
• Minimum Qualification: Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognised university
• Age Limit: 20 to 28 years as on 1 May 2026
• Application Mode: Online via NAPS / NATS portal + BFSI SSC payment
• Last Date to Apply: 8 June 2026

How Many Vacancies are in BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 State-Wise?

The 5,000 apprentice slots are distributed across 35 States and Union Territories with state-wise category reservation. The largest allocations are in Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra, where Bank of Baroda has its strongest branch network.

Out of these 5,000 seats, 189 are horizontally reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) — 54 OC, 51 HI, 48 VI and 36 ID. PwBD reservation is horizontal and counts within the overall state quotas, not additional. The top three state allocations are:

Eligibility Criteria — BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

Candidates must hold a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognised university or any equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. The discipline does not matter — Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering and Management graduates are all eligible. For NATS-registered candidates, the graduation pass-out date must not be more than 4 years before 1 May 2026.

In addition, candidates must:

• Register on NAPS (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and/or NATS (nats.education.gov.in)
• Be proficient in the local language of the chosen State / Union Territory (reading, writing, speaking, understanding)
• Have no prior apprenticeship with Bank of Baroda or any other establishment
• Have no more than 1 year of post-qualification work or training experience — freshers preferred

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 20 years
• Maximum age: 28 years (as on 1 May 2026)

Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (non-creamy layer), 10 years for PwBD (UR/EWS), 13 years for PwBD (OBC), 15 years for PwBD (SC/ST). Ex-Servicemen are not eligible for apprenticeship engagement.

What is the Salary for BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Bank of Baroda Apprentices receive a flat monthly stipend of Rs 15,000 during the 12-month engagement. No other allowances, HRA, DA, bonus, leave encashment or transport allowance is payable. The stipend is paid each month after adjusting any Loss of Pay (LoP) days.

• Monthly Stipend: Rs 15,000
• Annual Stipend (12 months): Rs 1,80,000
• Other allowances: None — no HRA, DA, transport, hostel or relocation support
• Payment Mode: Direct bank transfer to apprentice’s savings account

You earn Rs 1,80,000 over the 12-month apprenticeship — a steady starter income.

Remember, this is not regular employment — apprentices have no claim on bank employment after completion. However, the 12-month real-world training is a strong asset on your CV when you appear for IBPS, SBI and RBI examinations.

What is the Selection Process for BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The selection process has four stages in a fixed sequence. You must clear each stage to move to the next.

1. Online Examination — 100 questions, 100 marks, 60 minutes, remote-proctored mode
2. Document Verification — original certificate check
3. Local Language Test — verifies proficiency in the State / UT language
4. Medical Fitness — final fitness clearance for engagement

Online Exam Pattern

The exam is remote-proctored — you can sit from your home/laptop with a front camera, mic and stable internet. There is no negative marking, so attempt every question. Refer to the exam syllabus hub for similar 4-section bank exam preparation tips. Candidates exempted from the local language test are those whose 10th or 12th mark sheet shows the State’s specified language as a subject.

How to Apply Online for BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The application is online only. There is a three-portal flow you must follow in order. Read each step carefully before clicking apply.

1. Register on NAPS (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) or NATS (nats.education.gov.in) Government of India apprenticeship portal.
2. Search for the “Bank of Baroda” apprenticeship advertisement on NAPS / NATS and apply.
3. Eligible candidates will receive an email from BFSI SSC inviting them to fill the final Application-cum-Examination Form.
4. In the form, enter your personal details, choose up to 3 preferred training centres within one State / UT, and declare category / PwBD status.
5. Make the online fee payment to BFSI SSC through the secure payment link in the form.
6. Note down your Enrolment ID (NATS) and / or Apprentice Registration Code (NAPS) for future communication.
7. Save the confirmation email and the completed Application Form printout.

Required documents include Aadhaar, PAN, passport-size photo, signature, Class 10 & 12 mark sheets, graduation mark sheet, savings bank passbook and caste/category certificates as applicable. All file uploads must be under 1 MB each.

What are the Important Dates for BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Application Fees — BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Fees are payable online only through the BFSI SSC payment gateway integrated into the application form. The fee is non-refundable and is collected once your application reaches the BFSI SSC stage.

Essential Links — BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Apply Online — BoB Apprentice 2026
• Visit Bank of Baroda Official Website
• Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
• Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs

BoB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a strong early-career opportunity — 5,000 graduate slots, a Rs 15,000 monthly stipend, a clean 4-section online exam and real branch exposure with a top public sector bank. Confirm your application before 8 June 2026 and make sure your NAPS / NATS registration is complete in advance. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in and our banking jobs page for the latest updates on the BoB exam date, admit card and result.