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Are you a graduate looking for a valuable entry point into the banking sector? Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, has announced a golden opportunity for the engagement of 5138 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the Financial Year 2025-26. This is your chance to gain practical experience and kickstart a promising career in banking!
The PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers a structured one-year training program across various states and circles, providing comprehensive on-the-job learning. With a substantial number of vacancies, PNB aims to nurture fresh talent. Aspiring candidates can apply online from 08 February 2026 to 24 February 2026. Don't miss this incredible Sarkari Naukri opportunity to learn and grow with a prestigious bank! 🌟
PNB is engaging a total of 5138 Apprentices across various states and Union Territories. The distribution of vacancies ensures opportunities nationwide. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the training seats, including category-wise reservations for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, UR, and PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) categories (VI - Visually Impaired, HI - Hearing Impaired, OH - Orthopedically Challenged, ID - Intellectual Disability).
| State/UT | Total Seats | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | PwBD (VI) | PwBD (HI) | PwBD (OH) | PwBD (ID) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andaman and Nicobar | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 56 | 9 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assam | 132 | 9 | 15 | 27 | 10 | 71 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Bihar | 310 | 39 | 1 | 69 | 23 | 178 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| Chandigarh | 58 | 10 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 31 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Daman and Diu | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Delhi | 417 | 58 | 28 | 112 | 33 | 186 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Goa | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gujarat | 138 | 10 | 20 | 38 | 15 | 55 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Haryana | 178 | 32 | 0 | 47 | 18 | 81 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 162 | 36 | 3 | 33 | 14 | 76 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 53 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 3 | 30 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Jharkhand | 95 | 11 | 13 | 11 | 5 | 55 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Karnataka | 64 | 6 | 3 | 14 | 6 | 35 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Kerala | 83 | 5 | 0 | 13 | 6 | 59 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Leh | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 180 | 26 | 35 | 26 | 17 | 76 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Maharashtra | 232 | 24 | 20 | 64 | 24 | 100 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Manipur | 13 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Meghalaya | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mizoram | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nagaland | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Odisha | 142 | 22 | 27 | 14 | 15 | 64 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Pondicherry | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Punjab | 462 | 132 | 0 | 96 | 43 | 191 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Rajasthan | 363 | 62 | 44 | 69 | 33 | 155 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| Sikkim | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tamil Nadu | 121 | 23 | 1 | 28 | 13 | 56 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Telangana | 69 | 11 | 5 | 19 | 7 | 27 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tripura | 28 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 814 | 167 | 5 | 219 | 78 | 345 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 |
| Uttarakhand | 152 | 28 | 5 | 13 | 12 | 94 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| West Bengal | 532 | 122 | 22 | 107 | 54 | 227 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Chhattisgarh | 81 | 10 | 26 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
To be eligible for the PNB Apprentice recruitment 2026, candidates must meet the following criteria as of **01 January 2026**:
Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable as per Government of India guidelines:
The PNB Apprentice program offers a competitive monthly stipend to support candidates during their one-year training period. This is a valuable opportunity to earn while you learn! No other allowances or benefits are applicable.
| Branch Category | Monthly Stipend (in Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Rural / Semi-Urban / Urban | ₹12,300/- |
| Metro | ₹15,000/- |
The stipend will be paid upon completion of each month, with adjustments for any unauthorized absence. This engagement is for training purposes, and apprentices will NOT be treated as permanent employees of PNB, nor will they be entitled to regular employee benefits or claim employment after training. ✅
The selection process for PNB Apprenticeship 2026 is designed to identify deserving candidates and involves multiple stages:
The online examination will consist of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and will be conducted in English and Hindi (except for the General English section). It will be of 60 minutes duration.
| SN | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of Test |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | English / Hindi |
| 2. | General English | 25 | 25 | |
| 3. | Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| 4. | Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | (60 Minutes) | |
Candidates will be required to score a minimum percentage mark on aggregate as decided by the Bank (with a 5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates). There will be no minimum qualifying marks for individual subjects. Selection will be based on merit, adhering to reservation rules. In case of a tie in marks, the older candidate will be ranked higher. 🏆
Applicants must pay the requisite application/examination fee through online mode only between 08 February 2026 and 24 February 2026. Fees are non-refundable. 💸
| Category | Application Processing Fee | Examination Fee | Intimation Fee | Total Fee (Inclusive of 18% GST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEN/OBC/EWS (Male) | ₹100 | ₹600 | ₹100 | ₹944/- |
| GEN/OBC/EWS (Female) | ₹100 | ₹400 | ₹100 | ₹708/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD (Male/Female) | ₹100 | ₹0 | ₹100 | ₹236/- |
| TRANSGENDER | ₹100 | ₹0 | ₹100 | ₹236/- |
Mark your calendars with these crucial dates for the PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 24 February 2026 |
| Eligibility Criteria Cutoff Date (Age & Qualification) | 01 January 2026 |
| Tentative Date for Online Examination | 1st week of March 2026 |
Follow these step-by-step instructions to successfully apply for the PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
Note: Hard copies of the application form or other documents should NOT be sent to the PNB office. Multiple applications will lead to rejection; only the last valid completed application will be considered. 📝
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