Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Engagement FY 2026-27
Canara Bank, a public sector bank headquartered in Bengaluru with more than 10,000 branches, is inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for Graduate Apprentice training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a 12-month apprenticeship training engagement for FY 2026-27, not a permanent job. A total of 3,500 training seats are provisionally available across Indian states and union territories. Applications open on 1 October 2026 and close on 17 October 2026, both days inclusive.
Official advertisement and application page: Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Engagement Notice
Engagement Overview and Training Seats
The engagement is titled “Engagement of Graduate Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27.” Candidates must first register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal at https://nats.education.gov.in and have a 100% complete profile before applying to the Bank. The Bank’s direct online application is linked through https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/cabgasep26/.
Training seats are spread across states and union territories. Candidates can select training seats in only one state under this project. They can give district preferences within that state, but final allotment is need-based and subject to seat availability. The Bank reserves the right to allot training seats in any district of the selected state as per administrative requirement.
Category-Wise Seat Distribution
| Category | Total Seats |
|---|---|
| SC | 553 |
| ST | 226 |
| OBC | 845 |
| EWS | 335 |
| UR | 1541 |
| Total | 3500 |
PwBD Reservation
| Disability Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| Visually Impaired (VI) | 39 |
| Hearing Impaired (HI) | 32 |
| Orthopedically Challenged (OC) | 30 |
| Intellectual Disability (ID) | 24 |
PwBD reservation is horizontal within the overall state training vacancies. Only persons with benchmark disabilities of not less than 40% are eligible for reservation, supported by a permanent disability certificate. Temporary disability certificates are not acceptable.
Eligibility Criteria
All eligibility conditions, including age and qualification, are computed as on 1 September 2026. Candidates must satisfy the following requirements to apply.
Age Requirements
The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 28 years as on 1 September 2026. Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.09.1998 and not later than 01.09.2006, both days inclusive. The maximum age limit applies to General and EWS category candidates.
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 years |
| Widows, divorced women and legally separated women who have not remarried | Age concession up to 35 years for General/EWS, 38 years for OBC, 40 years for SC/ST |
The relaxation for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer candidates is allowed on cumulative basis with only one of the remaining categories where age relaxation is permitted, as per point 3 of the notice.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a university recognized by the Government of India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. The graduation must have been passed not earlier than 1 January 2023 and not later than 1 September 2026, both days inclusive.
Local Language Requirement
Candidates who submit a 10th or 12th standard mark sheet or certificate showing that they studied the specified opted local language will not need to take the local language test. Other candidates must qualify in a local language test conducted during document verification. Candidates who fail this test will not be engaged as apprentices.
Other Eligibility Restrictions
- Candidates must not have undergone apprenticeship training earlier with Canara Bank or any other organization.
- Candidates pursuing apprenticeship training or terminated from it due to their own fault are not eligible.
- Candidates with one or more years of post-qualification training or job experience after completing their educational qualification are not eligible.
- No Ex-servicemen or Disabled Ex-Servicemen shall be engaged as apprentices; there is no reservation for them.
- OBC candidates must have a valid non-creamy layer certificate. Creamy layer OBC candidates must apply as General category.
- Selected apprentices must be declared medically fit as per Bank requirements.
Stipend, Contract and Training Terms
The apprenticeship training period is 12 months. On-the-job training will be imparted at selected Bank branches according to the course or curriculum. Apprentices are not treated as employees of Canara Bank and are not entitled to employee benefits.
A monthly stipend of Rs. 16,650/- (including government subsidy, if any) is payable. Canara Bank pays Rs. 10,500/- per month into the apprentice’s account, and the Government share of Rs. 6,150/- is credited directly through DBT mode.
Apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances or benefits. The stipend is paid monthly after adjusting any loss of pay. Working hours follow those applicable to the clerical cadre of the Bank, and overtime requires approval from the Apprenticeship Adviser.
Leave and Holidays
- One casual leave accrues after completion of one month of apprenticeship training.
- Total of 12 casual leaves per year; no other type of leave applies.
- Only four casual leaves can be availed at a time.
- Accumulated leave automatically gets exhausted on termination or completion of contract.
Contract and Termination
Selected candidates receive a digital apprenticeship contract through the NATS portal and must accept it within the stipulated timelines. No candidate is engaged until the contract is entered into and approved on the NATS portal. The contract terminates on expiry of the apprenticeship period. It may also be terminated if the apprentice fails to report on the commencement date, or for misbehaviour, disobedience, unsatisfactory performance, or any act prejudicial to the Bank’s interest, after 7 days’ notice.
After completion, NATS-joint certification will be awarded. Apprentices are prohibited from joining or forming any union body. Labour law provisions such as PF, ESI and Bonus are not applicable to this apprenticeship engagement.
Selection Process and Application Fee
The merit list will be prepared state-wise in descending order based on the percentage of marks obtained in the 12th Standard (HSC/10+2) or Diploma Examination. If two candidates have the same percentage, the older candidate is ranked higher.
The minimum qualifying marks are not less than 60% for general candidates and 55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in the 12th Standard or Diploma Examination. Fractions are ignored, so 59.99% is treated as less than 60%, and 54.99% is treated as less than 55%, making the candidate ineligible.
Where CGPA or OGPA is awarded, the candidate must convert it into percentage and submit a certificate from the appropriate authority confirming the conversion formula and the percentage of marks scored. The percentage is calculated by dividing total marks obtained in all subjects across all semesters or years by aggregate maximum marks and multiplying by 100.
Final selection is subject to verification of eligibility, qualification in the local language test where applicable, and being declared medically fit. Document verification and the local language test will be conducted during the document verification process.
Application Fee and Intimation Charges
| Category | Fee / Intimation Charges |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | NIL |
| All others | Rs. 500/- (incl. intimation charges, non-refundable) |
Payment can be made online by debit cards, credit cards, internet banking, IMPS, cash cards or mobile wallets. Candidates should wait for the server confirmation after payment and avoid pressing Back or Refresh.
How to Apply and Required Documents
Candidates must apply online between 01.10.2026 and 17.10.2026. Only online applications are accepted. Before applying, candidates must register on the NATS apprenticeship portal and ensure their profile is 100% complete. The NATS enrollment ID must be mentioned in the Bank application.
Application Steps
- Register on https://nats.education.gov.in and complete 100% of the profile.
- Visit the Bank’s website careers page and select the Graduate Apprentice engagement for FY 2026-27.
- Click “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION” and fill in basic information to generate a provisional registration number and password.
- Upload the required scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the fee if applicable and complete the final submission.
- Take a printout of the system-generated online application and e-receipt.
Scanned Document Specifications
| Document | Dimensions | File Size |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | 200 x 230 pixels preferred | 20 KB – 50 KB |
| Signature | 140 x 60 pixels preferred | 10 KB – 20 KB |
| Left Thumb Impression | 240 x 240 pixels at 200 DPI | 20 KB – 50 KB |
| Handwritten Declaration | 800 x 400 pixels at 200 DPI | 50 KB – 100 KB |
The handwritten declaration must be in English, in the candidate’s own handwriting, and not in capital letters. Candidates who cannot write may get the text typed and put their left-hand thumb impression below it. Signature in capital letters will not be accepted.
“I, _______ (Name of the 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.”
Documents Required at Engagement
- Valid system-generated printout of the online application
- Proof of date of birth, such as SSLC/Std. X certificate or birth certificate
- Passport, Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Driving Licence or another photo ID
- Mark sheets and certificates from SSC onwards, including degree and semester/year-wise mark sheets
- Income and Asset Certificate for EWS candidates
- Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates; OBC certificate must include non-creamy layer clause
- Unique Disability ID (UDID) card and disability certificate for PwBD candidates
- Any other relevant eligibility documents
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Graduate Apprentice role a permanent job?
No. This is a 12-month apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Apprentices are not treated as Canara Bank employees and are not entitled to employee benefits. The Bank has no obligation to offer regular employment during or after completion of the training.
What stipend will apprentices receive?
The monthly stipend is Rs. 16,650/-. Canara Bank pays Rs. 10,500/- monthly into the apprentice’s account, and the Government share of Rs. 6,150/- is credited directly through DBT mode. No other allowances or benefits are payable.
What are the educational eligibility requirements?
Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university, passed between 1 January 2023 and 1 September 2026. Additionally, the merit list is based on 12th Standard or Diploma marks with a minimum of 60% for general candidates and 55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
How do I apply for the Graduate Apprentice engagement?
First register on the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in and complete 100% of your profile. Then apply through the Bank’s online application link between 1 October 2026 and 17 October 2026. The fee is NIL for SC/ST/PwBD and Rs. 500 for all others.
Can I select more than one state for training?
No. Candidates can opt for training seats in only one state under this project. You may give an order of preference for districts within that selected state, but allotment is need-based and subject to availability in the respective districts.
What are the age relaxation provisions?
Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe candidates get 5 years’ relaxation, Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) get 3 years, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities get 10 years. Widows, divorced women and legally separated women who have not remarried receive age concessions up to 35 years for General/EWS, 38 years for OBC, and 40 years for SC/ST.
Eligible candidates should complete NATS registration and the Bank’s online application before the deadline of 17 October 2026. Keep the provisional registration number, password, and final application printout safe for document verification and future communication.
