Canara Bank Graduate Apprentices Engagement 2025–26 — Apply Online for 3500 Posts
Canara Bank has released the advertisement for Engagement of Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 (FY 2025-26), offering 3500 training seats state/UT-wise across India. Candidates with a Graduation degree who satisfy the age and pass-date window may apply online. Registration on the NATS Apprenticeship portal is mandatory before applying on the Bank portal.
The opening date for online applications on the Bank portal is 23 September 2025 and the closing date is 12 October 2025 (both days inclusive). Pre-registration on the NATS portal may be done from 22 September 2025 if not already registered. Apprenticeship period is 12 months and the monthly stipend is ₹15,000 (Bank share ₹10,500 + Government subsidy ₹4,500 via DBT). Key eligibility, reservation and local-language requirements are as per the official notification.
📑 Table of Contents
- Overview
- Vacancy Details (3500)
- Eligibility & Age
- Stipend & Training
- Important Dates
- How to Apply
- Important Links
- FAQs
🔎 Overview
Canara Bank has released its official notification for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025 to fill 3500 Graduate Apprentice vacancies under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates to gain practical experience in the banking sector while receiving a monthly stipend.
The Canara Bank Apprentice 2025 Notification invites online applications through the NATS portal (National Apprenticeship Training Scheme) followed by final submission on Canara Bank’s portal. The apprenticeship is for a period of 12 months, during which selected candidates will be trained in branch operations, customer service, cash handling, and administrative tasks.
Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria — including graduation qualification, age limits, and local language proficiency. Details regarding state-wise vacancies, stipend, important dates, and step-by-step apply process are provided below.
| Recruiting Body | Canara Bank |
|---|---|
| Project | Engagement of Graduate Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961 (FY 2025-26) |
| Total Training Seats | 3500 |
| Apply Mode | Online (NATS registration required + Canara Bank portal) |
| Training Period | 12 Months (On-job training at bank branches as per curriculum) |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download Notification (PDF) |
| Official Website | canarabank.com |
📌 Vacancy Details (State/UT wise)
| State / UT | Local language | No. of Seats | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | HI | OC | VI | ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands (UT) | Hindi/English | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu/Urdu | 242 | 38 | 16 | 65 | 24 | 99 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo | 42 | 2 | 5 | 11 | 4 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bihar | Hindi/Urdu | 119 | 19 | 1 | 32 | 11 | 56 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Chandigarh (UT) | Hindi/Punjabi | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 40 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 18 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli & Daman & Diu (UT) | Gujarati | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Delhi (UT) | Hindi | 94 | 14 | 7 | 25 | 9 | 39 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Goa | Konkani | 26 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 87 | 6 | 13 | 23 | 8 | 37 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Haryana | Hindi/Punjabi | 111 | 21 | 0 | 29 | 11 | 50 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 23 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu/Hindi | 16 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi/Santhali | 73 | 8 | 18 | 8 | 7 | 32 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 591 | 94 | 41 | 159 | 59 | 238 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 243 | 24 | 2 | 65 | 24 | 128 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Lakshadweep (UT) | Malayalam | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 111 | 16 | 22 | 16 | 11 | 46 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 201 | 20 | 18 | 54 | 20 | 89 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Manipur | Manipuri / English | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Meghalaya | English / Garo / Khasi | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nagaland | English | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Odisha | Odia | 105 | 16 | 23 | 12 | 10 | 44 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Pondicherry (UT) | Tamil | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Punjab | Punjabi / Hindi | 97 | 28 | 0 | 20 | 9 | 40 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 95 | 16 | 12 | 19 | 9 | 39 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Sikkim | Nepali / English | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 394 | 74 | 3 | 106 | 39 | 172 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Telangana | Telugu / Urdu | 132 | 21 | 9 | 35 | 13 | 54 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Tripura | Bengali / Kokborok | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi / Urdu | 410 | 86 | 4 | 110 | 41 | 169 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 48 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Nepali | 150 | 34 | 7 | 33 | 15 | 61 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 3500 | 557 | 227 | 845 | 337 | 1534 | 34 | 34 | 33 | 24 | |
🎓 Eligibility & Age
- Educational Qualification: Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University. Candidates must have passed Graduation between 01-01-2022 and 01-09-2025 (both inclusive).
- Age Limit (as on 01-09-2025): Minimum 20 years; Maximum 28 years (born not earlier than 01-09-1997 and not later than 01-09-2005). Relaxations apply to SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per notification.
- Other: Candidates must not have undergone apprenticeship earlier or have >1 year of post-qualification work experience. Local language proficiency rules apply; local language test may be conducted at document verification if required.
💵 Stipend & Training Details
- Stipend: ₹15,000 per month (Canara Bank pays ₹10,500; Government subsidy ₹4,500 via DBT where applicable).
- Training Period: 12 months on-the-job training at allotted branches.
- Leave / Holidays: One casual leave per month; other holidays as per bank norms.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| NATS (Apprenticeship portal) Registration Start | 22 September 2025 (if not registered earlier). |
| Online Application (Canara Bank portal) Start | 23 September 2025. |
| Online Application Last Date | 12 October 2025 (both days inclusive). |
| Selection / Merit List & Document Verification | To be notified on Canara Bank website. |
💲 Application Fee / Intimation Charges
- SC / ST / PwBD: Nil.
- All Others: ₹500 (includes intimation charges).
- Payment only via online mode (cards / netbanking / UPI etc.).
📝 How to Apply
- First register and complete profile on the NATS Apprenticeship portal: nats.education.gov.in. (Enrollment ID required).
- Visit Canara Bank website → Careers → Recruitment → “Engagement of Graduate Apprentices in Canara Bank” (23-09-2025 to 12-10-2025).
- Complete online application, upload photo, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration as per specs, mention NATS enrollment ID and pay fee (if applicable).
- Take printout of the final submitted form and e-receipt for records.
🔗 Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| NATS Apprenticeship Portal (Register) | nats.education.gov.in |
| Apply / Canara Bank Careers | canarabank.com → Careers → Recruitment |
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download PDF (NOTIFICATION-APP-22) |
❓ FAQs — Canara Bank Graduate Apprentices Engagement 2025-26
When can I apply for Canara Bank Graduate Apprentices Recruitment 2025?
Applications are open from 23 September 2025 to 12 October 2025.
How many vacancies are there under Canara Bank Graduate Apprentices Recruitment 2025?
There are a total of 3500 training seats (state/UT wise).
What is the age limit for Canara Bank Graduate Apprentices Recruitment 2025?
Minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years as on 01 September 2025. Relaxations as per rules.
What is the educational qualification required?
Graduation (Degree) in any discipline from a recognized University. Candidate must have passed graduation between 01-01-2022 and 01-09-2025.
Where to apply for Canara Bank Graduate Apprentices Recruitment 2025?
First register on NATS (nats.education.gov.in), then apply via Canara Bank Careers page: canarabank.com.
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Disclaimer: All details above are taken from the official Canara Bank notification (NOTIFICATION-APP-22) and the Bank website. Candidates must verify state/trade-wise seat breakup, eligibility and other terms in the official PDF before applying.
