SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No: CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07)
Government of Bharat
Important Dates
Application Fee
Age Limits & Relaxation
Vacancy & Eligibility Details
Apprentice
Apprentice
Additional Information
- Fees must be paid online via debit card, credit card, or internet banking.
- Age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per government rules.
Important Application Links
Other Links
Overview & Key Dates
🔎 Exam Overview
The SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 invites applications for 7,150 Apprentice positions under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. This is a one-year training program with a monthly stipend of ₹15,000, without any guarantee of permanent employment.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹300 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Exempted (₹0) |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 8 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Printing Application | 23 June 2026 |
| Online Exam Date (Tentative) | July 2026 |
Eligibility & Age Criteria
👤 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institute. Age must be between 20 and 28 years as per the cutoff date specified in the official notification. Candidates must have registered on the NAPS portal prior to online application.
🕒 Age Relaxation Details
| Category | Age Relaxation (Years) |
|---|---|
| General | 0 |
| OBC | 3 |
| SC | 5 |
| ST | 5 |
How to Apply & Documents
📋 Step-by-Step: How to Apply Online
- Register on the NAPS portal and get your enrollment number.
- Visit the SBI Careers Page and click on "Engagement of Apprentices" to start application.
- Fill the registration details on the IBPS portal at here.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and other required documents as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee online if applicable, then submit the form.
- Print the application form for your records.
📄 Required Documents & Upload Guidelines
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Bachelor's Degree Certificate or Provisional Certificate
- Birth Certificate or Proof of Age
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Local Language Study Certificate (10th/12th mark sheet) if exempting language test
Use the Image Resizer Tool to adjust photograph and signature images as per format requirements.
Vacancy & Salary Details
📊 Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Total Vacancies | Age Range |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | 7,150 | 20-28 years |
💵 Stipend & Training
The apprenticeship training duration is 1 year with a monthly stipend of ₹15,000. There is no provision for permanent employment after the training period.
📝 Additional Information
Candidates will be required to undergo a Test of Local Language relevant to the state applied. Candidates who provide a 10th or 12th standard mark sheet as proof of studying the local language in the concerned state will be exempted. Final selection is subject to clearing a medical exam.
Selection Process & Exam Details
✅ Selection Process
- Online Written Test: Objective type exam covering General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude.
- Test of Local Language: Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the local language of the state applied, unless exempted with proper certification.
- Medical Examination: Final selection is subject to passing the medical fitness test.
📚 Exam Pattern Overview
| Subject | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | Current affairs, banking awareness, economic news |
| General English | Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number systems, simplification, percentage, ratio-proportion |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | Logical reasoning, puzzles, basic computer knowledge |
📄 Syllabus Link
Detailed syllabus is as per the official notification. Please check the SBI Careers page for updates.