Central Bank of India (CBI) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply Online

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

• Graduation Degree in any stream from any recognized university in India
• Candidates must have completed their graduation before the application date
• Fresh graduates with no prior work experience are also eligible to apply
• Basic computer knowledge is preferred

Age Limit (as on 31 May 2026):

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 28 Years
• Age relaxation applicable as per Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026 Recruitment Rules for SC / ST / OBC / PH and other reserved category candidates

Other Requirements:

• Candidate must be an Indian National
• Should preferably be a local resident of the state / district they are applying for
• Good communication skills in the local language of the state applied for
• Basic knowledge of computers and banking operations preferred

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📝 Selection Process for CBI Apprentice 2026

Stage 1 – Online Written Examination (First Week of July 2026)

• Objective type multiple choice questions
• Sections: General Awareness / Current Affairs, English Language, Reasoning Ability, Numerical Ability / Quantitative Aptitude, Computer Knowledge
• Qualifying marks as per CBI Apprentice 2026 norms
• Exam likely in the first week of July 2026

Stage 2 – Local Language Test

• Candidates must demonstrate basic proficiency in the local language of the state / district they applied for
• Qualifying in nature

Stage 3 – Document Verification

• Verification of original educational certificates, age proof, category certificate, ID proof, and photographs
• Graduation degree, marksheets, and other documents required

Stage 4 – Apprenticeship Joining

• Selected candidates undergo a 1-year apprenticeship at Central Bank of India branches in their respective states
• Monthly stipend paid throughout the apprenticeship period
• Certificate of Apprenticeship issued upon successful completion

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💡 Benefits of CBI Apprenticeship 2026

• Monthly Stipend paid throughout the 1-year apprenticeship period (as per CBI norms)
• Hands-on practical banking experience at one of India’s leading nationalized banks
• Certificate of Apprenticeship upon successful completion from the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS)
• Opportunity to build a strong banking career foundation
• Exposure to various banking operations including customer service, account management, deposits, loans, and digital banking
• Preferred consideration in future CBI recruitment processes (as applicable)
• Experience of working at one of India’s most trusted public sector banks — established in 1911

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🎯 How to Apply Online for CBI Apprentice 2026

Step 1 – NATS Portal Registration

1. Visit the NATS portal nats.education.gov.in
2. Click on “Student / Apprentice Registration”
3. Register on the NATS portal with your personal and educational details
4. Create your NATS account and verify your email ID and mobile number
5. If already registered on NATS, skip to Step 2

Step 2 – Apply Online

1. Visit the official Central Bank of India website centralbank.bank.in or the NATS portal
2. Find the CBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 application link
3. Login to the NATS portal with your registered credentials
4. Fill in the application form with personal details, educational qualification, and state preference
5. Upload required documents — Passport-size Photograph, Signature, Graduation Certificate, Category Certificate (in prescribed format)
6. Pay the application fee as applicable through the online / offline mode
7. Review all details carefully before final submission
8. Submit the application before 22 June 2026
9. Take a printout of the final submitted form for your records

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📋 Documents Required for Application

• Valid Email ID and Active Mobile Number
• Scanned Passport-size Photograph (recent, white background, JPG format)
• Scanned Signature (black ink on white paper, JPG format)
• Graduation Degree Certificate & Marksheets (all years/semesters)
• Class 10th Certificate (for date of birth proof)
• Class 12th Certificate & Marksheet
• Category Certificate — SC / ST / OBC / EWS (if applicable)
• PH / Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Passport)