Key Information
Organization: Punjab and Sind Bank
Last Date: June 6, 2026
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Punjab and Sind Bank has released an official recruitment notification for the engagement of 635 Apprentice posts across multiple states and Union Territories in India. Graduates seeking banking sector opportunities can apply online for the apprenticeship programme before the closing date of June 6, 2026.
The apprenticeship programme will be conducted for a period of 12 months with a monthly stipend of Rs. 12,300.
Punjab and Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Punjab and Sind Bank |
|---|---|
| Organization Type | Government of India Undertaking |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 635 Posts |
| Training Period | 12 Months |
| Monthly Stipend | Rs. 12,300/- |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Start Date | May 21, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 6, 2026 |
| Selection Portal | IBPS Registration Link |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
The age cut-off date is May 1, 2026.
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Upper Age Relaxation
- SC/ST Candidates: 5 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- PwBD Candidates: 10 Years
- Widows, divorced women, and legally separated women who have not remarried:
- General/EWS: Up to 35 Years
- OBC: Up to 38 Years
- SC/ST: Up to 40 Years
- 1984 Riot Affected Persons: 5 Years
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification cut-off date is June 6, 2026.
- Candidates must possess a regular graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution approved by the Central Government.
- Candidates with postgraduate qualifications are not eligible.
- Applicants must not have completed more than five years after passing the graduation examination.
- Candidates having one year or more of job experience or apprenticeship training after qualification are not eligible.
Local Language Requirement
Applicants must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the local language of the State or Union Territory for which they are applying.
Candidates must produce proof of studying the local language in Class 8, 10, 12, or graduation level through mark sheets or certificates.
Selection Process
Merit-Based Selection
The final selection will be based on merit prepared using marks obtained in the Higher Secondary Certificate (10+2) examination.
- Merit lists will be prepared state-wise, district-wise, and category-wise.
- Candidates with higher 10+2 marks will receive preference.
- In case of tie marks, older candidates will be ranked higher.
- Final selection is subject to document verification and medical fitness.
Training Terms and Working Hours
| Training Duration | 12 Months |
|---|---|
| Working Hours | 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Monthly Stipend | Rs. 12,300/- |
- Apprentices are not required to perform overtime work.
- Trainees will earn one Casual Leave for every completed month of training.
- A maximum of 4 casual leaves can be availed at one time.
- No additional travel, conveyance, or daily allowances will be provided.
- Apprentices will be treated as trainees and will not have any claim for permanent employment after completion of training.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | Rs. 200/- plus applicable taxes and gateway charges |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 100/- plus applicable taxes and gateway charges |
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.
State-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| State / UT | Total Vacancies | Category Distribution |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 20 | SC: 3, ST: 1, OBC: 5, EWS: 2, UR: 9 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 5 | SC: 0, ST: 2, OBC: 0, EWS: 0, UR: 3 |
| Assam | 5 | SC: 0, ST: 0, OBC: 1, EWS: 0, UR: 4 |
| Bihar | 40 | SC: 6, ST: 0, OBC: 10, EWS: 4, UR: 20 |
| Chandigarh | 15 | SC: 2, ST: 0, OBC: 4, EWS: 1, UR: 8 |
| Chhattisgarh | 10 | SC: 1, ST: 3, OBC: 0, EWS: 1, UR: 5 |
| Delhi (NCT) | 30 | SC: 4, ST: 2, OBC: 8, EWS: 3, UR: 13 |
| Gujarat | 20 | SC: 1, ST: 3, OBC: 5, EWS: 2, UR: 9 |
| Haryana | 50 | SC: 9, ST: 0, OBC: 13, EWS: 5, UR: 23 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 20 | SC: 5, ST: 0, OBC: 4, EWS: 2, UR: 9 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 10 | SC: 0, ST: 1, OBC: 2, EWS: 1, UR: 6 |
| Jharkhand | 10 | SC: 1, ST: 2, OBC: 1, EWS: 1, UR: 5 |
| Karnataka | 10 | SC: 1, ST: 0, OBC: 2, EWS: 1, UR: 6 |
| Kerala | 5 | SC: 0, ST: 0, OBC: 1, EWS: 0, UR: 4 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 20 | SC: 3, ST: 4, OBC: 3, EWS: 2, UR: 8 |
| Maharashtra | 30 | SC: 3, ST: 2, OBC: 8, EWS: 3, UR: 14 |
| Manipur | 5 | SC: 0, ST: 1, OBC: 0, EWS: 0, UR: 4 |
| Mizoram | 5 | SC: 0, ST: 0, OBC: 1, EWS: 0, UR: 4 |
| Nagaland | 5 | SC: 0, ST: 2, OBC: 0, EWS: 0, UR: 3 |
| Odisha | 15 | SC: 1, ST: 3, OBC: 1, EWS: 1, UR: 9 |
| Punjab | 90 | SC: 26, ST: 0, OBC: 18, EWS: 9, UR: 37 |
| Rajasthan | 30 | SC: 4, ST: 2, OBC: 8, EWS: 3, UR: 13 |
| Sikkim | 10 | SC: 1, ST: 0, OBC: 2, EWS: 1, UR: 6 |
| Tamil Nadu | 20 | SC: 3, ST: 0, OBC: 5, EWS: 2, UR: 10 |
| Telangana | 20 | SC: 3, ST: 1, OBC: 5, EWS: 2, UR: 9 |
| Tripura | 5 | SC: 0, ST: 0, OBC: 1, EWS: 0, UR: 4 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 100 | SC: 21, ST: 1, OBC: 27, EWS: 10, UR: 41 |
| Uttarakhand | 10 | SC: 1, ST: 0, OBC: 1, EWS: 1, UR: 7 |
| West Bengal | 20 | SC: 4, ST: 1, OBC: 4, EWS: 2, UR: 9 |
How to Apply Online
- Register and complete the profile on the Apprenticeship India Portal or NATS Portal.
- Visit the official Punjab and Sind Bank website.
- Open the Recruitment section and access the Apprentice application link.
- Enter the Apprenticeship/NATS enrollment ID and personal details carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and live photograph.
- Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form and save a printout for future reference.
Handwritten Declaration Text
“I, [Name of Candidate], hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true, and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
Candidates can apply for only one state and one district. Multiple applications will lead to forfeiture of earlier application fees, and only the latest completed application will be considered valid.
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