📢 Punjab National Bank (PNB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 5,138 Vacancies
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released 5138 Apprentice vacancies for 2026. Eligible graduates can apply online before 24 February 2026.
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Organization: Punjab National Bank (PNB)
Post Name: Apprentice (under the Apprentices Act, 1961)
Total No. of Vacancies: 5,138
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must hold a Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University/Institute.
- Results must be declared on or before 31 December 2025.
- Proficiency in the local language (reading, writing, speaking & understanding) of the applied state/UT is required.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years (as on 1 January 2026)
- Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and other eligible categories as per Government rules.
🧾 Selection Process
Candidates will be selected through the following stages:
- Online Written Test
- Document Verification
- Test of Local Language
- Medical Examination
Monthly Stipend
Selected apprentices will be paid a training stipend during the apprenticeship period as follows:
| Branch Location | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Rural / Semi-Urban / Urban | ₹12,300 |
| Metro Branches | ₹15,000 |
🗒️ Note: Stipend is only paid during the 12-month apprenticeship period and does not include additional allowances.
💰 Application Fee
(Category-wise fee details including GST — payable online):
| Category | Fee (incl. GST) |
|---|---|
| GEN / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹944 |
| GEN / OBC / EWS (Female) | ₹708 |
| SC / ST / PwBD (Male/Female) | ₹236 |
| Transgender | ₹236 |
📍 Training Duration
- Total Duration:12 months (1 year)
- Basic Training: ~2 weeks
- On-the-Job Training: ~50 weeks
🗓️ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 6 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 8 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 February 2026 |
| Online Exam (Tentative) | 1st week of March 2026 |
🔗 Important links
PNB official website: www.pnb.bank.in
Official Notification Link: View
Online Application Link: Visit
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