Punjab National Bank PNB Recruitment 2026 - for 5,138 Apprentice Posts.
Punjab National Bank (PNB)
Last Date :- 24th February 2026
(PNB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026
PNB is inviting applications for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This one-year training program offers graduates a chance to learn banking operations while earning a monthly stipend.
Punjab National Bank (PNB), has just released a major recruitment notification for the financial year 2025–26. With over 5,000 vacancies available across various states, this is a golden opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the world of finance.
Interested and eligible candidates may read this advertisement and apply online here against these Admissions notifications. All applicants are requested to bookmark this page for future updates.
(PNB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Total Vacancies: 5,138
Job Role: Apprentice
Training Duration: 1 Year (52 Weeks)
Application Mode: Online via pnb.bank.in
(PNB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
State-Wise Vacancy Details
| State / Union Territory | Total Vacancies | State / Union Territory | Total Vacancies |
| Uttar Pradesh | 814 | Jharkhand | 95 |
| West Bengal | 532 | Kerala | 83 |
| Punjab | 462 | Chhattisgarh | 81 |
| Delhi | 417 | Telangana | 69 |
| Rajasthan | 363 | Karnataka | 64 |
| Haryana | 348 | Chandigarh | 58 |
| Bihar | 310 | Andhra Pradesh | 56 |
| Maharashtra | 232 | Jammu & Kashmir | 53 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 180 | Tripura | 28 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 162 | Manipur | 13 |
| Uttarakhand | 152 | Meghalaya | 8 |
| Odisha | 142 | Goa | 7 |
| Gujarat | 138 | Arunachal Pradesh | 3 |
| Assam | 132 | Others (UTs/Sikkim) | < 5 each |
category-wise distribution of the 5,138 vacancies for the PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
| Unreserved (UR) | 2,383 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 1,110 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 887 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 464 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 294 |
| Total Posts | 5,138 |
(PNB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
Graduation: You must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a university/institute recognized by the Government of India, AICTE, or UGC.
Cut-off Date: The graduation result must have been declared on or before December 31, 2025.
NATS Registration: For candidates registered under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS), the date of passing graduation should not be more than 4 years preceding the cut-off date (i.e., passed on or after January 1, 2022).
(PNB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Age Limit (As of January 1, 2026)
Minimum Age: 20 Years
Maximum Age: 28 Years
Birth Date Range: Candidates must have been born between January 2, 1998, and January 1, 2006 (both dates inclusive)
| Category | Age Relaxation | Upper Age Limit (As of 01.01.2026) |
| General / EWS | No Relaxation | 28 Years |
| SC / ST | 5 Years | 33 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years | 31 Years |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) | 10 Years | 38 Years |
| Widows / Divorced Women (General/EWS) | Concession up to 35 years | 35 Years |
| Widows / Divorced Women (OBC) | Concession up to 38 years | 38 Years |
| Widows / Divorced Women (SC/ST) | Concession up to 40 years | 40 Years |
Local Language Proficiency
Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in the local language of the State or Union Territory for which they are applying.
Proficiency may be tested through a Local Language Test during the selection process.
Nationality
A citizen of India, a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, a Tibetan refugee (pre-1962), or a Person of Indian Origin (PIO) migrated from specific countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.
(PNB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 selection process
Online Written Examination
This is the primary screening stage. The test is objective (Multiple Choice Questions) and is expected to be conducted in the first week of March 2026.
| Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | 60 Minutes |
| General English | 25 | 25 | (Composite Time) |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
Medium of Exam: English and Hindi (except for the General English section).
(PNB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 How To Apply
Applicants need to visit official https://www.nplindia.in portal for submission of online application this scheme. One needs to follow below mentioned steps to apply online.
Step 1: Scroll down, go to Important Web Links section.
Step 2: Click on One-Time Registration link .
Step 3: A new webpage will be opened.
Step 4: Enter your details as required in the portal; and register yourself.
Step 5: After registration, Click on Online Application Form and Login.
Step 6: Enter all credentials and upload your documents as required in the portal.
Step 7: Finally click on "Submit" and take print out of your submitted application.
Step 1: Scroll down, go to Important Web Links section.
Step 2: Click on One-Time Registration link .
Step 3: A new webpage will be opened.
Step 4: Enter your details as required in the portal; and register yourself.
Step 5: After registration, Click on Online Application Form and Login.
Step 6: Enter all credentials and upload your documents as required in the portal.
Step 7: Finally click on "Submit" and take print out of your submitted application.
(PNB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Total Fee (Including 18% GST) |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹944 |
| General / OBC / EWS (Female) | ₹708 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Transgender | ₹236 |
(PNB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Date
# Starting date of submission of online application: 8th February 2026.
# Last date of submission of online application: 24th February 2026.
# Last date of submission of online application: 24th February 2026.
(PNB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Web link
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Disclaimer
Note to Applicants: This blog post is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute an official legal document. While we strive to keep the information accurate and up-to-date, recruitment rules and dates are subject to change by the issuing authority.
