PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026: notification for 5138 posts. Check eligibility, age limit, stipend, selection process, exam date and apply online before 24 February 2026.
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has officially released the notification for engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the FY 2025–26. A total of 5138 apprenticeship seats are available across various states and union territories in India. Graduates looking to gain banking experience can apply online through the BFSI SSC portal. The apprenticeship duration is 1 year, and selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend.
PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
Field
Details
Organization
Punjab National Bank (PNB)
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HRD/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2025-26
Post Name
Apprentice
Total Vacancies
5138
Apply Start Date
08 February 2026
Last Date to Apply
24 February 2026
Application Mode
Online
Official Website
pnb.bank.in
Post Details
Post Name
Vacancies
Apprentice
5138
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidate must have Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
Result must be declared on or before 31 December 2025.
For NATS candidates, graduation should not be more than 4 years old as on 01 January 2026.
Candidate must be proficient in the local language of the applied State/UT.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
Category
Age Limit
Minimum Age
20 Years
Maximum Age
28 Years
Age Relaxation
SC / ST: 5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
PwBD: 10 Years
Widows / Divorced Women: As per rules
Salary / Stipend
Branch Category
Monthly Stipend
Rural / Semi-Urban / Urban
₹12,300
Metro
₹15,000
No additional allowances or benefits are applicable
Application Fees
Category
Fee
General / OBC / EWS
As per BFSI SSC rules
SC / ST / PwBD
As per BFSI SSC rules
(Exact fee details will be available during online application)
Important Dates
Event
Date
Online Application Start
08 February 2026
Last Date to Apply
24 February 2026
Tentative Exam Date
1st Week of March 2026
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on:
Online Written Examination
Merit List
Document Verification
Apprenticeship Duration
Total Duration: 12 Months
Includes:
2 Weeks Basic Training
50 Weeks On-the-Job Training
How to Apply
Visit the official BFSI SSC website.
Register yourself with a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in personal, educational, and category details.
Upload required documents.
Pay the application fee (if applicable).
Submit the application and download the confirmation page.
PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for graduates to gain hands-on banking experience with one of India’s leading public sector banks. Eligible candidates should apply online before the last date and start their career journey in the banking sector
