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IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), a leading Government of India Public Sector Bank headquartered in Chennai, under Advertisement No. HRDD/APPR/01/2026-27 dated 06 July 2026. A total of 750 vacancies are open for engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27, with a monthly stipend of ₹14,000 – ₹15,500 depending on the branch location. Online applications are open from 07 July to 20 July 2026. This is a golden sarkari naukri chance for fresh graduates across India seeking a bank job under the official notification of a premier public sector bank. Read the complete eligibility, salary, and application process at agrijob.in.

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IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Who Should Apply for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 new vacancy is open to fresh graduates across India. Check if you match the ideal candidate profile below before registering:

• Graduates from any discipline (BA, BSc, BCom, BCA, BTech, etc.) from a recognised university
• Candidates whose graduation result was declared on or before 31 July 2026
• Age between 20 and 28 years as on 01 July 2026 (General/EWS category)
• SC/ST candidates: up to 33 years | OBC candidates: up to 31 years | PwBD: up to 38 years
• Candidates who have NOT previously undergone apprenticeship in any organisation
• Freshers — candidates with less than 1 year of post-qualification work experience
• Candidates registered on NAPS (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) or NATS (nats.education.gov.in) portals
• Indian citizens looking for a govt job in banking and finance sector across all states and UTs

Stipend & Pay Details for IOB Apprentice 2026

Selected apprentices under IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will receive a monthly stipend based on their branch category. Here are the complete salary details from the official notification:

• Stipend Payment: Monthly, directly to apprentice’s bank account after deducting unauthorised leaves
• NATS Candidates: Government share of ₹6,150/month credited via DBT directly to the apprentice’s account
• No Other Benefits: Apprentices are NOT treated as bank employees and are not entitled to any other employee allowances
• Contract Duration: One year apprenticeship training period
• No Job Guarantee: Bank has no obligation to offer regular employment after apprenticeship completion
• Apprenticeship Certificate: Issued after final assessment at end of training period

Application Fee for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Important: Fee payment window is 07 July to 22 July 2026 — online via BEEP portal only at beep.bfsissc.com. Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other engagement process.

Age Limit & Relaxation for IOB Apprentice 2026

IOB Apprentice 2026 – State-wise Vacancy Details

The IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 750 vacancies spread across all states and UTs of India. Candidates can apply for seats from only ONE state/UT — preferably their home state. Key state-wise vacancy highlights:

PWBD Reservation: Out of 750 total seats, 19 are for Hearing Impaired (HI), 16 for Orthopedically Challenged (OC), 17 for Visually Impaired (VI), and 16 for Intellectual Disability (ID) categories on a horizontal basis.

Eligibility / Qualification for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Before applying for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill all of the following eligibility criteria as per the official notification:

• Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen
• Educational Qualification: Graduation (any discipline) from a university recognised by the Government of India
• Result Declaration: Graduation result must be declared on or before 31 July 2026
• NATS Candidates: Graduation result must have been declared between 01 March 2022 and 31 July 2026
• No Prior Apprenticeship: Must NOT have undergone apprenticeship earlier in IOB or any other organisation
• Work Experience: Must NOT have training or job experience of 1 year or more after graduation
• NAPS/NATS Registration: Must be registered on NAPS (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) or NATS (nats.education.gov.in) before applying
• Local Language: Must be proficient in the local language of the applied state (reading, writing, speaking)

Selection Process for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

The updated selection process for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages as per the official notification:

1. Online Written Examination (Objective Type): 100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes duration — held on 02 August 2026 (tentative). Sections: General/Financial Awareness (25), General English (25), Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude (25), Computer/Subject Knowledge (25)
2. Test of Local Language: Conducted after qualifying the online exam, during document verification. Candidates who studied the local language in Class 10/12 are exempt
3. Document Verification / Personal Interaction: Shortlisted candidates called for document verification at centres across India
4. Medical Fitness Examination: Final selection subject to medical fitness as per bank requirements
5. Final Merit List: State-category wise merit list published on official website; wait list maintained for 1 year

Candidates must score a minimum aggregate percentage as decided by the Bank (5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD). There are no individual subject-wise minimum qualifying marks. In case of a tie, the senior-by-age candidate ranks higher.

How to Apply Online for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

This is an online-only application. Apply before the last date 20 July 2026 at beep.bfsissc.com. Follow these steps carefully:

1. Register on NAPS or NATS portal first (mandatory before applying):
   • NAPS: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
   • NATS: nats.education.gov.in
2. Visit the official IOB website www.iob.in → Careers → “Engagement of Apprentices FY 2026-27” and read the full advertisement
3. Go to beep.bfsissc.com → Career Opportunities → IOB Apprenticeship Program FY 2026-27
4. Fill the online application form with your NATS/NAPS Enrolment Number, personal and educational details
5. Select ONE State/UT only — preferably your home state
6. Upload scanned photo, signature, and required documents
7. Pay application fee online on BEEP portal (by 22 July 2026): SC/ST/PwBD ₹236 | Female ₹708 | Male ₹944
8. Submit and save a printout of the confirmation/email sent to your registered email ID
9. Appear for Online Exam on 02 August 2026 (tentative) using a camera-enabled device from home

Note: NATS-registered candidates must additionally apply via nats.education.gov.in under “Apply against advertised vacancies” for Indian Overseas Bank. NAPS-registered candidates must search for “Indian Overseas Bank” on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and apply via “Apply for this Opportunity.”

Documents Required for IOB Apprentice Document Verification

• Printout of valid communication / call letter from BFSI SSC
• Printout of application form email from BFSI SSC
• Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate / Class 10 Certificate)
• Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Voter ID / Driving Licence)
• Consolidated mark sheets and degree/provisional certificates (graduation)
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) or EWS Income & Asset Certificate — issued by competent authority
• OBC certificate must have Non-Creamy Layer clause and be valid for FY 2026-27 (issued on or after 01.04.2026)
• Disability certificate from District Medical Board (PwBD candidates)
• Self-attested photocopies of all the above documents

Important Dates for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Important Links for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Frequently Asked Questions about IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

What is IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is the official recruitment notification released by Indian Overseas Bank (Advt No. HRDD/APPR/01/2026-27) for engagement of 750 apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for Financial Year 2026-27. Online applications are open from 07 July to 20 July 2026 at beep.bfsissc.com. The tentative online examination is on 02 August 2026.

What is the stipend for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The stipend for IOB Apprentice 2026 is ₹15,500 per month for Metro branches, ₹14,500 for Urban branches, and ₹14,000 for Semi-Urban/Rural branches. For candidates registered under NATS, the Bank pays the remaining amount after the Government of India directly credits ₹6,150 per month to the apprentice’s account via DBT mode. No other allowances or employee benefits apply.

What is the eligibility for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be Indian citizens with a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university (result declared by 31 July 2026), aged 20–28 years as on 01 July 2026. They must be registered on NAPS or NATS, must not have prior apprenticeship experience, and must not have more than 1 year of work experience after graduation. SC/ST get 5 years, OBC gets 3 years, and PwBD gets 10 years age relaxation.

What is the last date to apply for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 on NAPS and NATS portals is 20 July 2026. The fee payment window on BEEP portal is open from 07 July to 22 July 2026. The online examination is tentatively scheduled for 02 August 2026. Do not wait until the last day — apply early to avoid technical issues.

How many vacancies are there in IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

There are 750 total vacancies in IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026, distributed across all states and union territories of India. The largest allocations are Tamil Nadu (200), Uttar Pradesh (110), Maharashtra (85), Delhi (53), and Bihar/West Bengal (35 each). The vacancy count includes SC (176), ST (63), OBC (247), EWS (32), and General/UR (232) categories, including backlog vacancies.

What is the application fee for IOB Apprentice 2026?

The application fee for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (including 18% GST) is ₹236 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, ₹708 for General/OBC/EWS Female candidates, and ₹944 for General/OBC/EWS Male candidates. Payment must be made online only via BEEP portal (beep.bfsissc.com) from 07 July to 22 July 2026. Fees are non-refundable once paid.

Is IOB Apprentice a permanent government bank job?

No, the IOB Apprentice 2026 engagement is purely for a contract period of one year under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Apprentices are not treated as employees of Indian Overseas Bank and are not entitled to employee benefits. The bank has no obligation to offer regular employment after the apprenticeship period. However, the experience and apprenticeship certificate from a prestigious public sector bank significantly enhances future employment prospects.

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