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
Feb 8, 2026
Post details
Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
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.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Recruitment Name | PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 5138 Posts |
| Qualification | Graduate in any discipline |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Online Exam + Language Test + Medical |
| Stipend | ₹12,300 to ₹15,000 |
C) Important Dates – PNB Apprentices Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 05 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 February 2026 |
| Tentative Online Exam Date | 1st Week of March 2026 |
D) Vacancy Details – PNB Apprentices 2026
A total of 5138 Apprentice vacancies have been announced.
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 2383 |
| OBC | 1110 |
| SC | 887 |
| ST | 294 |
| EWS | 464 |
| Total | 5138 |
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 Name | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Apprentice | Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University |
| Additional Requirement | Proficiency in local language of the state/UT |
- Candidates must have completed graduation with results declared on or before 31.12.2025.
E2) Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 years |
| Maximum Age | 28 years |
| Cut-off Date | 01.01.2026 |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women | As per category rules |
F) Application Fee – PNB Apprentices 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| GEN/OBC/EWS (Male) | ₹944 |
| GEN/OBC/EWS (Female) | ₹708 |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹236 |
| Transgender | ₹236 |
| Payment Mode | Online |
G) Salary / Stipend Details
| Branch Type | Monthly 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:
- Online Written Test
- Document Verification
- Test of Local Language
- Medical Examination
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Duration: 60 Minutes
- Medium: English and Hindi (except English section)
I) Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Notification link |
| Apply Online Link | Apply link |
| Official Website | Link will be updated soon |
Feb 8, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
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