Canara Bank has released an official notification for the engagement of 3500 Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the Financial Year 2026-27. Eligible graduates from any discipline can apply online starting from 1 October 2026. The last date to submit the online application is 17 October 2026. Candidates must register on the NATS apprenticeship portal before applying on the Canara Bank website. The selection will be based on the merit of 12th / Diploma marks.
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 01 October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Online Registration | 17 October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 October 2026 |
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Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 500/- |
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| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
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| Fee Payment Mode | Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
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Age Limit (As on 01.09.2026)
- Minimum Age Limit: 20 Years
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 Years
- Candidates must have been born between 02.09.1998 and 01.09.2006.
- Age relaxation is applicable as per Govt of India rules (SC/ST - 5 Yrs, OBC - 3 Yrs, PwBD - 10 Yrs).
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University.
- Must have passed Graduation not earlier than 01.01.2023 and not later than 01.09.2026.
- Local Language: Must be proficient in the local language of the applied state.
- Must be registered on the NATS Portal (nats.education.gov.in) with a 100% complete profile.
Stipend & Training Details
| Monthly Stipend | Rs. 16,650/- per month (includes Rs. 10,500/- by Bank and Rs. 6,150/- Govt subsidy via DBT). |
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| Training Duration | 12 Months. |
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Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026: State-wise Vacancy Details
| State / UT Name | Total Posts | State / UT Name | Total Posts |
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| Uttar Pradesh | 409 | Karnataka | 581 |
| Maharashtra | 205 | Tamil Nadu | 391 |
| Kerala | 240 | Andhra Pradesh | 247 |
| West Bengal | 150 | Telangana | 134 |
| Bihar | 122 | Haryana | 114 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 110 | Odisha | 104 |
| Punjab | 96 | Rajasthan | 96 |
| Delhi (UT) | 93 | Gujarat | 89 |
| Jharkhand | 74 | Assam | 42 |
| Total Vacancies | 3500 |
How to Apply for Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Candidates must first register themselves on the NATS apprenticeship portal (nats.education.gov.in) and ensure their profile is 100% complete. Keep the NATS enrollment ID ready.
- Visit the official website of Canara Bank: canarabank.in and navigate to the Careers -> Recruitment section.
- Click on the link for “Engagement of Graduate Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27”.
- Click on “New Registration” and fill in your basic information. Note down the provisional registration number and password.
- Upload a scanned copy of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and hand-written declaration exactly as per the specified dimensions and file size.
- Fill in the rest of the application form carefully, including your NATS ID, 12th/Diploma marks, and state preference.
- Pay the required application fee (if applicable) through online mode using a Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the final submitted form and e-receipt for future reference.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
