The Central Bank of India has officially released the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification on its official website. The notification aims to fill over 4,500 apprenticeship positions across various branches and offices nationwide. According to the latest notification of the bank, the online application process started on June 12, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through online portals within the deadline. The last date to fill the application form for this recruitment is 22nd June 2026.
Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
The Central Bank of India has announced a total of 4,500 apprentice vacancies for the financial year 2026-27.
- Maharashtra: 586 posts
- Uttar Pradesh: 580 posts
- Madhya Pradesh: 459 posts
- Bihar: 433 posts
- West Bengal: 315 posts
- Gujarat: 305 posts
CBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Dates
The online registration portal will remain active for 10 days. Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to avoid server congestion.
- Online Registration Starts: June 12, 2026
- Last Date to Apply & Pay Fees: June 22, 2026
- Admit Card Release Date: To Be Announced
- Tentative Online Exam Date: First week of July 2026
- Training Duration: 12 Months (1 Year)
Eligibility Criteria (As of 31.05.2026)
Before filling out the online application, candidates must ensure they satisfy the age and academic parameters set by the bank.
- Educational Qualification: A graduate degree (Bachelor’s degree) in any discipline from a recognized university or institute.
- Age Limit (as of March 1, 2026): Minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years.
- Age Relaxation: 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwD candidates.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection process is two-tiered, consisting of an Online Written Examination followed by a Local Language Proficiency Test. The online written test will feature 100 objective-type questions to be solved within a composite time of 60 minutes. There is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
| Sr. No. | Subject Area | Total Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of Test |
| 1 | General / Financial Awareness | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| 2 | Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| 3 | Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| 4 | General English | 20 | 20 | English Only |
| 5 | Central Bank of India Products & Services | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| Total | All Sections Combined | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes Duratio |
Application Fee
Fees can be paid online via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
- General / OBC / EWS (Male Candidates): ₹944
- General / OBC / EWS (Female Candidates): ₹708
- SC / ST Candidates (Male & Female): ₹236
- PwBD & Transgender Candidates: ₹236
How to Apply for Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026
Interested candidates can apply online by following these steps.
- Visit the official Central Bank of India recruitment portal.
centralbankofindia.co.in. - Register on the apprenticeship portal if required.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload the necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application and save a copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Updated on June 16, 2026 8:25 pm
