Canara Bank has announced 3,500 Graduate Apprentice training seats for the financial year 2026–27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The online application process started on 1 October 2026 and will close on 17 October 2026. Graduates from any discipline can apply, provided they meet the prescribed age and qualification conditions. Candidates must also register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal and complete their profile before applying through the bank's website. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹16,650 during the 12-month apprenticeship training period.
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Canara Bank |
| Recruitment Name | Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Financial Year | 2026–27 |
| Training Post | Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Training Seats | 3,500 |
| Notification Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 October 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years as of 1 September 2026, subject to relaxation |
| Training Duration | 12 months |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹16,650 |
| Application Fee | ₹500 for applicable categories; SC/ST/PwBD candidates: Nil |
| Selection Process | State-wise merit list, document verification and local language test, where applicable |
| Official Website | https://canarabank.bank.in |
| Apprenticeship Portal | https://nats.education.gov.in |
Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 25 September 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | 1 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 October 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 1 September 2026 |
| Document Verification | To be announced |
| Local Language Test | To be announced, where applicable |
Candidates who have not registered on the NATS portal should complete their registration and ensure that their profile is 100% complete before applying through the Canara Bank website. The dates for document verification and the local language test will be announced separately by the bank.
Canara Bank Apprentice Vacancy 2026
Canara Bank has announced 3,500 provisional Graduate Apprentice training seats across states and Union Territories. Candidates can choose training seats in only one state and provide preferences for districts within that state. The final allotment will depend on the availability of seats and the bank's administrative requirements.
The detailed state-wise vacancy distribution is provided in the official recruitment notification. Candidates should check the relevant state, available seats and local language requirements before submitting their applications.