Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), a leading Public Sector Bank, has invited online applications for engagement of 750 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27. Eligible graduates can apply online from 07 July 2026 to 20 July 2026 after registering on the NAPS/NATS portal. The selection process includes an Online Examination, Local Language Test, Document Verification and other stages as prescribed by the Bank.
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Main Information Eligibility Vacancy Details Selection Procedure Salary Structure Application Fees Important Links Important Instructions Required Documents FAQs| Recruitment Name | Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | HRDD/APPR/01/2026-27 |
| Organisation | Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 750 |
| Training Period | 1 Year |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 07 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 July 2026 |
| Online Examination | 02 August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | https://www.iob.in |
| Post | Educational Qualification |
| Apprentice | A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. The result should have been declared on or before 31 July 2026. |
| NATS Candidates | Candidates registered under NATS must have passed Graduation between 01 March 2022 and 31 July 2026 (both dates inclusive). |
| NAPS/NATS Registration | Candidates must register themselves on the NAPS or NATS portal before submitting the online application through the BFSI SSC portal. |
| Nationality | Candidate must be a citizen of India. |
Graduates in any discipline from a recognized University who satisfy the prescribed age criteria and are registered on NAPS/NATS are eligible to apply.
| Particular | Details |
| Mode of Examination | Online Objective Test |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 Questions - 25 Marks |
| General English | 25 Questions - 25 Marks |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 Questions - 25 Marks |
| Computer / Subject Knowledge | 25 Questions - 25 Marks |
| Local Language Test | Candidates qualifying the Online Examination must qualify the Local Language Test unless they have studied the specified local language in Class 10 or Class 12. |
| Qualifying Marks | Minimum aggregate qualifying marks will be decided by the Bank. SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates are eligible for 5% relaxation. |
Selection will be based on Online Examination, Local Language Test, Document Verification and Personal Interaction, if required.
| Category | Vacancies |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 63 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 247 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 32 |
| General (UR) | 232 |
| Grand Total | 750 |
Indian Overseas Bank has announced 750 Apprentice vacancies across various States and Union Territories under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27.
| Category | Age Limit |
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age (General/EWS) | 28 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 July 2026 |
| SC/ST | 5 Years Relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD | 10 Years Relaxation |
| NAPS Candidates | Maximum age should be below 34 years as on 01 July 2026 after applicable relaxation. |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable as per Government of India guidelines. |
| Stage 1 | Online Written Examination |
| Stage 2 | Local Language Test |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification |
| Stage 4 | Personal Interaction (If Conducted by the Bank) |
| Stage 5 | Medical Fitness |
| Stage 6 | Final Selection |
Selection will be based on Online Examination, Local Language Test, Document Verification, Medical Fitness and Personal Interaction, if conducted by the Bank.
| Branch Category | Monthly Stipend |
| Metro Branch | ₹15,500 |
| Urban Branch | ₹14,500 |
| Semi-Urban / Rural Branch | ₹14,000 |
| NATS - Metro Branch (Bank Share) | ₹9,350 (Government Share ₹6,150 through DBT) |
| NATS - Urban Branch (Bank Share) | ₹8,350 (Government Share ₹6,150 through DBT) |
| NATS - Semi-Urban / Rural Branch (Bank Share) | ₹7,850 (Government Share ₹6,150 through DBT) |
| Training Period | One Year |
| Other Benefits | No additional allowances or employee benefits are admissible during the apprenticeship period. |
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend ranging from ₹14,000 to ₹15,500 depending upon the branch category.
| Category | Application Fee |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹236 (₹200 + 18% GST) |
| General / OBC / EWS (Female) | ₹708 (₹600 + 18% GST) |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹944 (₹800 + 18% GST) |
| Mode of Payment | Online through BFSI SSC Portal |
Application fee varies according to category and must be paid online through the BFSI SSC portal.
| Application Mode | Applications will be accepted only through the BFSI SSC portal after registration on the NAPS or NATS portal. |
| Application Dates | Online applications can be submitted from 07 July 2026 to 20 July 2026. Application fee can be paid up to 22 July 2026. |
| NAPS / NATS Registration | Candidates must complete registration on the NAPS or NATS portal before submitting the online application. |
| State Preference | Candidates can apply for apprenticeship in only one State or Union Territory, preferably their home State/UT. |
| Previous Apprenticeship | Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training or are currently undergoing apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act are not eligible. |
| Work Experience | Candidates having one year or more of job or training experience after graduation are not eligible. |
| Original Documents | Candidates shortlisted for document verification must produce original certificates along with one set of self-attested photocopies. |
| Medical Fitness | Final engagement is subject to medical fitness, character verification and verification of all eligibility documents. |
| Regular Employment | Completion of apprenticeship training does not confer any right to regular employment in Indian Overseas Bank. |
| Final Decision | The decision of Indian Overseas Bank regarding eligibility, examination, selection and engagement shall be final and binding on all candidates. |
Candidates must register on NAPS/NATS before applying online through the BFSI SSC portal and can apply for only one State or UT.
| Document | Purpose |
| Printout of Online Application | Application Verification |
| Printout of BFSI SSC Registration Details | Document Verification |
| Recent Passport Size Photograph | Identity Verification |
| Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/Voter ID/Driving Licence) | Identity Verification |
| Class 10 Certificate / Birth Certificate | Age Verification |
| Graduation Mark Sheets and Degree / Provisional Certificate | Educational Qualification Verification |
| NAPS / NATS Registration Details | Eligibility Verification |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS Certificate (If Applicable) | Reservation Benefit |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (If Applicable) | Reservation Verification |
| PwBD Certificate (If Applicable) | Reservation Benefit |
| Any Other Supporting Documents | Eligibility Verification |
Graduation certificates, photograph, signature, identity proof, NAPS/NATS registration, caste certificate and other prescribed documents are required.
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| NAPS Registration | Click Here |
| NATS Registration | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Indian Overseas Bank Official Website | Click Here |
| What is Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026? | Indian Overseas Bank has released the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification to engage 750 apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for a training period of one year. |
| How many vacancies are available in IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026? | A total of 750 Apprentice vacancies have been announced across various States and Union Territories. |
| What are the application dates for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026? | Online applications can be submitted from 07 July 2026 to 20 July 2026. The last date for payment of the application fee is 22 July 2026. |
| What is the educational qualification required? | Candidates must possess a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. The result should have been declared on or before 31 July 2026. |
| What is the age limit for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026? | Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years of age as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India guidelines. |
| What is the selection process for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026? | Selection will be based on an Online Written Examination, Local Language Test, Document Verification, Medical Fitness and Personal Interaction, if conducted by the Bank. |
| What stipend will selected apprentices receive? | Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,500 in Metro branches, ₹14,500 in Urban branches and ₹14,000 in Semi-Urban/Rural branches. |
| Is there any application fee? | Yes. SC/ST/PwBD candidates need to pay ₹236, General/OBC/EWS Female candidates ₹708 and General/OBC/EWS Male candidates ₹944, including GST. |
| Is NAPS or NATS registration mandatory? | Yes. Candidates must register on either the NAPS or NATS portal before submitting the online application through the BFSI SSC portal. |
| Will apprenticeship guarantee a permanent job in Indian Overseas Bank? | No. Engagement as an apprentice is purely for one year under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and does not guarantee regular employment in the Bank. |
