Canara Bank, one of India's leading public sector banks, has announced a massive recruitment drive for the year 2025. The Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025 notification invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for 3500 Graduate Apprentice positions under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain valuable experience in the banking sector.
The application process is completely online and requires registration on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal. The last date to apply is October 12, 2025. Read this comprehensive guide for detailed information on eligibility, stipend, and the step-by-step application procedure.
Canara Bank Apprentice 2025: Key Highlights at a Glance
- Organization: Canara Bank
- Post Name: Graduate Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 3500 Posts
- Application Mode: Online
- Stipend: ₹ 15,000 per month
- Last Date to Apply: October 12, 2025
Vacancy and Stipend Details
Post Name |
Number of Posts |
Monthly Stipend |
Graduate Apprentice |
3500 |
₹ 15,000/- |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India.
- Crucial Date: Candidates must have passed their graduation between January 1, 2022, and September 1, 2025 (both dates inclusive).
Note: Candidates with one year or more of job experience or those who have undergone Apprenticeship training earlier are not eligible to apply.
Age Limit (as on 01/09/2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
- Date of Birth Range: Candidates must have been born not earlier than September 1, 1997, and not later than September 1, 2005.
Age Relaxation is applicable as per government rules:
- SC/ST Candidates: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 3 years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD): 10 years
- Other categories (Ex-Servicemen, etc.) as per Government norms.
Application Fee
- SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: Nil (Exempted from fee payment)
- All Other Candidates (Gen/EWS/OBC): ₹ 500/- (including intimation charges)
The fee can be paid online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or Wallets.
Selection Process
The selection for Canara Bank Apprentice posts will be based on:
- Percentage of Marks: Shortlisting will be done based on the percentage of marks obtained in the graduation degree.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification.
There will be no written examination or interview.
How to Apply Online for Canara Bank Apprentice
Recruitment 2025
The application process is a two-step procedure. Candidates must follow both steps carefully to complete their application.
Step 1: Register on the NATS Portal (Mandatory)
- Visit the official NATS portal: www.nats.education.gov.in.
- Complete your registration as a candidate.
- After registration, log in and fill out your complete student profile.
Step 2: Apply on Canara Bank's Website
- Visit the official Canara Bank career website: www.canarabank.com.
- Navigate to the "Careers" section and find the advertisement for "Engagement of Apprentices for the year 2025-26".
- Click on the "Apply Online" link. The application link will be active from September 23, 2025, to October 12, 2025.
- Fill in the online application form carefully. Enter your NATS Registration ID correctly.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration as per the specified format and size.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Review all details and submit the application.
- Important: After final submission, take a printout of the application form for your records.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: September 22, 2025
- Start of NATS Registration: September 22, 2025
- Online Application Start Date on Bank Website: September 23, 2025
- Online Application End Date: October 12, 2025
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