Punjab National Bank (PNB) has officially released the PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2025–26 notification for engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 5,138 apprentice vacancies have been announced across various States and Union Territories. This apprenticeship program is a good opportunity for graduates who want practical banking experience in one of India’s leading public sector banks.
PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2025–26: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 5,138 |
| Training Period | 1 Year |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 24 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | 1st Week of March 2026 (Tentative) |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university
- Result must be declared on or before 31 December 2025
- Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the State/UT applied for
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST – 5 years | OBC (NCL) – 3 years | PwBD – 10 years | Widows/Divorced Women – as per rules
State-wise Vacancy Distribution (Summary)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 887 |
| ST | 294 |
| OBC | 1,110 |
| EWS | 464 |
| UR | 2,383 |
| Total | 5,138 |
PwBD reservation is also applicable as per government norms.
PNB Apprentice Stipend Details
| Branch Location | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Rural / Semi-Urban / Urban | ₹12,300 |
| Metro | ₹15,000 |
No additional allowances such as HRA, TA, or DA will be provided.
Selection Process
The PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2025–26 selection process includes:
1. Online Written Test
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Language: English / Hindi
- No sectional cut-off
2. Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted in the exam must produce original documents for verification.
3. Local Language Test
Not required if the candidate studied the local language in Class 10 or 12.
4. Medical Examination
Final selection is subject to medical fitness.
Application Fee
| Category | Total Fee (Including GST) |
|---|---|
| GEN / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹944 |
| GEN / OBC / EWS (Female) | ₹708 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Transgender | ₹236 |
Important Points for Aspirants
- Apprentices are not regular employees of PNB
- No job guarantee after completion of training
- One year apprenticeship only
- Candidates must register on BFSI SSC, NAPS, and NATS portals
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Editor’s Note:
Written by Karmabandhan Editorial Team.
We encourage all aspirants to verify information from official sources and apply carefully.
Disclaimer: This is not an official government website. Candidates must verify details from the official notification.
I am Surojit Koiri, a professional content writer and digital publisher with over 5 years of experience in government job updates, recruitment analysis, and exam-related news. I am the founder of Karmabandhan.com, a dedicated platform that provides accurate and easy-to-understand information for job aspirants across India.