Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 — 750 Vacancies Across India
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB)
All India - All India (State-wise vacancies)
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The last date to apply was 20 Jul 2026. Applications are no longer accepted for this post.
Vacancies
750
Salary
Rs. 14,000 – 15,500/month stipend
Last Date
20 Jul 2026
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Important Dates
Application Fee
₹236 (SC/ST/PwBD), ₹708 (Gen/OBC/EWS Female), ₹944 (Gen/OBC/EWS Male)
Age Limit
Minimum Age
20 Years
Maximum Age
28 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Salary / Pay Scale
Rs. 14,000 – 15,500/month stipend
Eligibility
Eligibility criteria not specified here. See official notification.
Qualification / Education
Full Description
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) invites online applications for engagement of Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27. Advertisement No. HRDD/APPR/01/2026-27.
+ +Vacancy Summary
+Total 750 vacancies distributed across all states/UTs of India. Major allocations include:
+| State/UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | 200 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 110 |
| Maharashtra | 85 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 35 |
| Kerala | 33 |
| Punjab | 24 |
| Odisha | 22 |
| Rajasthan | 16 |
| Gujarat | 16 |
| Haryana | 16 |
| Delhi | 15 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 12 |
| Puducherry | 12 |
| Bihar | 35 |
| Other States/UTs | Remaining |
| Total | 750 |
Reservation: SC-176, ST-63, OBC-247, EWS-32, GEN-232. Includes backlog vacancies.
+ +Stipend
+| Branch Category | Stipend per month |
|---|---|
| Metro | Rs. 15,500 |
| Urban | Rs. 14,500 |
| Semi-Urban / Rural | Rs. 14,000 |
Stipend includes GOI subsidy of Rs. 6,150/month (credited via DBT). Apprentices are NOT eligible for any other allowances/benefits.
+ +Eligibility
+- +
- Age (as on 01.07.2026): 20–28 years (General). Relaxation: SC/ST — 5 yrs, OBC — 3 yrs, PwBD — 10 yrs +
- Qualification: A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a UGC-recognized University. Result declared on or before 31.07.2026. For NATS candidates, result must be declared between 01.03.2022 and 31.07.2026. +
- Proficiency in local language of the state applied for (reading, writing, speaking, understanding) +
- Candidate should NOT have undergone Apprenticeship earlier in any organization +
- Candidate with training/job experience of 1 year or more after graduation is NOT eligible +
Important Dates
+| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of Online Application | 7 July 2026 |
| Closing of Online Application | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 22 July 2026 |
| Online Examination (Tentative) | 2 August 2026 |
Selection Process
+- +
- Online Written Exam (Objective, 100 marks, 90 mins): General/Financial Awareness (25), General English (25), Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude (25), Computer/Subject Knowledge (25) +
- Test of Local Language — conducted during document verification. Candidates with 10th/12th mark sheet showing the local language are exempted +
- Document Verification & Personal Interaction +
- Minimum qualifying marks as decided by the Bank (5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) +
- Waitlist maintained for 1 year +
Application Fee (Non-Refundable, incl. GST @18%)
+| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 236 (Rs. 200 + GST) |
| GEN / OBC / EWS (Female) | Rs. 708 (Rs. 600 + GST) |
| GEN / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 944 (Rs. 800 + GST) |
How to Apply
+- +
- First register on NATS (nats.education.gov.in) or NAPS (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) portal +
- Visit BFSI SSC BEEP Portal and apply for "IOB Apprenticeship Program FY 2026-27" +
- Fill online application form, providing NATS/NAPS Enrolment Number +
- Pay application fee online (07–22 July 2026) +
- Submit and take printout for future reference +
Important: Apply for ONLY ONE state/UT (preferably home state). Candidates registered under NAPS should be less than 34 years as on cut-off date.
Important Links
Applications Closed
Last date has passed
Download Notification
https://www.iob.bank.in/documents/d/guest/web-ad-750-vac-2026-27
Official Website
https://beep.bfsissc.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 — 750 Vacancies Across India?
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 — 750 Vacancies Across India is a government recruitment notification published by Indian Overseas Bank (IOB). Apply before the last date to be considered.
When does the application start?
Online applications start on 14 July 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application is 20 July 2026.
What is the application fee?
₹236 (SC/ST/PwBD), ₹708 (Gen/OBC/EWS Female), ₹944 (Gen/OBC/EWS Male)
What is the age limit?
Maximum age limit is 28 years as on the cutoff date.
What is the required qualification?
Graduation (any discipline) from UGC-recognized University
How do I apply?
Apply online through the official link provided on Rojgarpulse. Always verify details from the official notification before applying.