PNB Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5138 Posts
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PNB Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5138 Posts

Punjab National Bank invites online applications for 5138 Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act 1961. Graduates can apply from 08 February to 24 February 2026. Selection will be through online exam and document verification.

Total vacancies: 5138

Applications for this role have closed.

Last date to apply was Feb 24, 2026

Applications open

Feb 8, 2026

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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.

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A) PNB Bank Apprentices Notification 2026

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released the official notification for Engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2025–26. A total of 5138 vacancies have been announced for Apprentice posts across India. Eligible graduates can apply online from 08 February 2026 to 24 February 2026. This apprenticeship program offers one-year practical banking training with a monthly stipend.


B) PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026 – Highlights

The PNB Apprenticeship program provides a great opportunity for graduates to gain banking experience and professional exposure.

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationPunjab National Bank (PNB)
Recruitment NamePNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026
Post NameApprentice
Total Vacancies5138 Posts
QualificationGraduate in any discipline
Age Limit20 to 28 years
Application ModeOnline
Selection ProcessOnline Exam + Language Test + Medical
Stipend₹12,300 to ₹15,000

C) Important Dates – PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026

EventDate
Notification Release Date05 February 2026
Online Application Start Date08 February 2026
Last Date to Apply Online24 February 2026
Tentative Online Exam Date1st Week of March 2026

D) Vacancy Details – PNB Apprentices 2026

A total of 5138 Apprentice vacancies have been announced.

Category-wise Vacancy Distribution

States/UTTotalURSCSTOBCEWS
Andaman & Nicobar110000
Andhra Pradesh562992106
Arunachal Pradesh320100
Assam132719152710
Bihar3101783916923
Chandigarh5831100161
Chhattisgarh8136102645
Delhi417186582811233
Gujarat1385510203815
Haryana3481596009336
Himachal Pradesh162763633314
Jammu & Kashmir533024143
Madhya Pradesh1807626352617
Maharashtra23210024206424
Odisha1426422271415
Punjab46219113209643
Rajasthan36315562446933
Tamil Nadu121562312813
Telangana6927115197
Uttar Pradesh814345167521978
Uttarakhand152942851312
West Bengal5322271222210754
Total513823838872941110464

State-wise vacancies are distributed across various circles and branches as per the official notification.


E) Eligibility Criteria for PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026

E1) Educational Qualification

Post NameRequired Qualification
ApprenticeGraduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University
Additional RequirementProficiency in local language of the state/UT
  • Candidates must have completed graduation with results declared on or before 31.12.2025.

E2) Age Limit

CriteriaDetails
Minimum Age20 years
Maximum Age28 years
Cut-off Date01.01.2026

Age Relaxation

CategoryRelaxation
SC/ST5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)3 years
PwBD10 years
Widows/Divorced WomenAs per category rules

F) Application Fee – PNB Apprentices 2026

CategoryMale CandidatesFemale CandidatesTransgender Candidates
GEN / OBC / EWSRs. 944/-Rs. 708/-Rs. 236/-
SC / ST / PWBDRs. 236/-Rs. 236/-Rs. 236/-

Fee Details with GST Breakdown

CategoryBase FeeGST (18%)Total Fee
Male GEN/OBC/EWSRs. 800Rs. 144Rs. 944
Female GEN/OBC/EWSRs. 600Rs. 108Rs. 708
SC/ST/PWBD (All Genders)Rs. 200Rs. 36Rs. 236
Transgender (All Categories)Rs. 200Rs. 36Rs. 236

Payment Mode

  • Debit Card
  • Credit Card
  • Internet Banking
  • UPI

Important Note

  • Application fee is non-refundable after payment.

G) Salary / Stipend Details

Branch TypeMonthly Stipend
Rural / Semi-Urban / Urban₹12,300
Metro₹15,000
  • Apprentices are not eligible for any additional allowances.

H) Selection Process

Selection for PNB Apprentices will be done through the following stages:

  1. Online Written Test
  2. Document Verification
  3. Test of Local Language
  4. Medical Examination

Exam Pattern

SubjectQuestionsMarks
General/Financial Awareness2525
General English2525
Quantitative & Reasoning2525
Computer Knowledge2525
Total100100
  • Duration: 60 Minutes
  • Medium: English and Hindi (except English section)

I) Important Links

DescriptionLink
Official Notification PDFNotification link
Apply Online LinkApply link
Official Websitehttps://pnb.bank.in/
Applications open

Feb 8, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is the eligibility for PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be graduates in any discipline and aged between 20–28 years.
2) What is the educational qualification for PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
A graduate degree from a recognized university is mandatory.
3) What is the age limit for PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
Minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years as on 01.01.2026.
4) Is there age relaxation in PNB Apprentices Notification 2026?
Yes, age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories.
5) What is the stipend for PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
₹12,300 for rural/urban branches and ₹15,000 for metro branches.
6) What is the application fee for PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
Fees range from ₹236 to ₹944 depending on category.
7) What is the selection process for PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
Online test, document verification, language test, and medical exam.
8) What is the last date to apply for PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 24 February 2026.
9) How many vacancies are there in PNB Apprentices Notification 2026?
A total of 5138 vacancies have been announced.
10) How to apply for PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online through the official portal between 08–24 February 2026.
11) What is the exam date for PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
The exam is tentatively scheduled for the 1st week of March 2026.
12) Is experience required for PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
No prior experience is required.
13) What is the apprenticeship duration in PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
The training duration is 1 year (52 weeks).
14) What is the official website for PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026?
The official website Link https://pnb.bank.in/
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