Canara Bank is recruiting for the engagement of Graduate Apprentices for the financial year 2025-26. This is a contractual apprenticeship for a period of 12 months. A total of 3500 vacancies have been announced across various states in India. The official notification was released on 22/09/2025. The online application process will start on 23/09/2025 and the last date to apply is 12/10/2025. All eligible Indian citizens can apply for this opportunity. The job posting will be in various branches of the bank across the selected state.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Canara Bank |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice |
| Advt No. | CB/AT/2025 |
| Job Type | Contractual (12 Months) |
| Vacancies | 3500 |
| Salary | Stipend of Rs. 15,000 per month |
| Applicant Eligible From | India |
| Job Location | Across various states in India |
| Category | Bank Jobs 2025 |
Post Details
Canara Bank has announced a total of 3500 vacancies for the post of Graduate Apprentice across different states and Union Territories. Candidates can apply for apprenticeship in only one state.
| State/UT | Posts |
|---|---|
| Andaman and Nicobar | OBC-1, UR-4 |
| Andhra Pradesh | SC-38, ST-16, OBC-65, EWS-24, UR-99 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | ST-2, UR-3 |
| Assam | SC-2, ST-5, OBC-11, EWS-4, UR-20 |
| Bihar | SC-19, ST-1, OBC-32, EWS-11, UR-56 |
| Chandigarh | SC-1, OBC-1, UR-4 |
| Chhattisgarh | SC-4, ST-12, OBC-2, EWS-4, UR-18 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu | ST-0, UR-2 |
| Delhi | SC-14, ST-7, OBC-25, EWS-9, UR-39 |
| Goa | ST-3, OBC-4, EWS-2, UR-17 |
| Gujarat | SC-6, ST-13, OBC-23, EWS-8, UR-37 |
| Haryana | SC-21, OBC-29, EWS-11, UR-50 |
| Himachal Pradesh | SC-5, OBC-4, EWS-2, UR-12 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | SC-1, ST-1, OBC-4, EWS-1, UR-9 |
| Jharkhand | SC-8, ST-18, OBC-8, EWS-7, UR-32 |
| Karnataka | SC-94, ST-41, OBC-159, EWS-59, UR-238 |
| Kerala | SC-24, ST-2, OBC-65, EWS-24, UR-128 |
| Lakshadweep | SC-3, ST-1, UR-2 |
| Madhya Pradesh | SC-16, ST-22, OBC-16, EWS-11, UR-46 |
| Maharashtra | SC-20, ST-18, OBC-54, EWS-20, UR-89 |
| Manipur | SC-3, ST-1, UR-2 |
| Meghalaya | ST-2, UR-4 |
| Mizoram | ST-2, UR-2 |
| Nagaland | ST-1, UR-2 |
| Odisha | SC-16, ST-23, OBC-12, EWS-10, UR-44 |
| Pondicherry | OBC-1, UR-3 |
| Punjab | SC-28, OBC-20, EWS-9, UR-40 |
| Rajasthan | SC-16, ST-12, OBC-19, EWS-9, UR-39 |
| Sikkim | SC-4, UR-4 |
| Tamil Nadu | SC-74, ST-3, OBC-106, EWS-39, UR-172 |
| Telangana | SC-21, ST-9, OBC-35, EWS-13, UR-54 |
| Tripura | SC-1, ST-2, UR-4 |
| Uttar Pradesh | SC-86, ST-4, OBC-110, EWS-41, UR-169 |
| Uttarakhand | SC-8, ST-1, OBC-6, EWS-4, UR-29 |
| West Bengal | SC-34, ST-7, OBC-33, EWS-15, UR-61 |
The age limit for this post is 20 to 28 years as of 01/09/2025. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules. SC/ST candidates get 5 years, OBC candidates get 3 years, and Persons with Disabilities get 10 years of relaxation in the upper age limit.
Exam Fee
| All Others | Rs. 500 |
| SC/ST/PWBD | NIL |
Essential Qualification
- Graduate Apprentice
- A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University.
- Candidates must have passed their graduation between 01/01/2022 and 01/09/2025.
Selection Process
- The selection will be based on a merit list.
- The merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the 12th Standard (HSC/10+2) or Diploma Examination.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification.
- A test of the local language will be conducted if required.
- Final selection is subject to being declared medically fit.
How to Apply
- First, register on the apprenticeship portal at Click Here.
- Note down the enrollment number generated.
- Visit the Canara Bank website Click Here and go to the Careers section.
- Click on the link for Engagement of Graduate Apprentices.
- Fill out the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents and pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
| Online registration start date | 23/09/2025 |
| Online registration last date | 12/10/2025 |
Important Links
| Apply Online (NATS Portal) | Click Here |
| Apply Online (Bank Portal) | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
- What is the monthly stipend for a Canara Bank Apprentice?
- The monthly stipend is Rs. 15,000 during the apprenticeship period.
- What is the selection process for this engagement?
- Selection is based on a merit list prepared from marks in the 12th standard or Diploma, followed by document verification.