Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for 3500 Posts
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Canara Bank invites applications for 3500 Graduate Apprentice positions in 2026. Candidates with a Graduation degree from a recognized university, aged 20 to 28 years as of 1 September 2026, can apply online by 17 October 2026.
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Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for 3500 Posts – Overview
Exam Name
Graduate Apprentice
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 16,650 per month (including subsidy amount, if any, by Govt. of India)
Who Can Apply for the Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Program
Candidates need a Graduation degree in any field from a university recognized by the Government of India. The degree should have been completed between 1 January 2023 and 1 September 2026. Age must be within 20 to 28 years as of 1 September 2026. There are relaxations in the upper age limit for reserved categories such as Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer), persons with benchmark disabilities, and eligible women candidates as per government rules. Applicants must also be medically fit for the apprenticeship training. Additionally, candidates should be proficient in the local language of the state/union territory where they apply, verified by a language test or earlier study certificates.
Sl. No.
Category
Age Relaxation
1
Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribe
5 years
2
Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer)
3 years
3
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities as defined under "The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016"
10 years
4
Widows, divorced women and women legally separated from their husbands who have not remarried
Age concession up to the age of 35 years for General/ EWS, 38 years for OBC and 40 years for SC/ ST candidates
Application Fee
SC/ ST/ PwBD
NIL
All Others
Rs. 500 (incl. intimation charges)
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Q: What is the last date to apply for Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice 2026?
The online application process for Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice 2026 closes on 17 October 2026. Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted.
Q: Who is eligible to apply for the Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice posts?
Candidates with a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university are eligible, provided they passed between 1 January 2023 and 1 September 2026. The age should be between 20 and 28 years as on 1 September 2026, with applicable relaxations for reserved categories.
Q: Is there an application fee for the Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice recruitment?
Yes, candidates from the general category must pay an application fee of Rs. 500, which includes intimation charges. There is no fee for SC, ST, and persons with benchmark disabilities.
Q: How will candidates be selected for the Graduate Apprentice posts?
Selection is based on a state-wise merit list formed from marks obtained in the 12th standard (HSC/ 10+2) or Diploma examinations. This is followed by document verification.
Q: What is the duration and stipend for the apprenticeship training?
The apprenticeship training will last for 12 months. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 16,650, which includes a government subsidy.
Q: Where should candidates apply for the Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice program?
Applications must be submitted online via the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal at https://nats.education.gov.in.
Q: Can candidates apply for apprenticeship seats in any state?
Yes, Canara Bank offers apprenticeship seats across various states and union territories in India. Candidates should apply according to their preferred location and local language requirements.
Q: Is knowledge of the local language necessary for this apprenticeship?
Yes, candidates must be proficient in the local language of the state or union territory where they seek apprenticeship. Some candidates may need to pass a local language test during document verification if they do not have prior study certificates.