Indian Overseas Bank IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Qualification: Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government

Nationality: Candidates applying for the IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 must be Citizens of India. Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. Result Declaration: The result of the required graduation qualification must be declared on or before 31 July 2026. NATS Candidate Requirement: Candidates registered under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) must have had their graduation result declared between 01 March 2022 and 31 July 2026, both dates inclusive. Such candidates must produce their mark sheets and provisional or degree certificates whenever required. Age Limit: The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 28 years as on 01 July 2026 for General and EWS candidates. The date of birth for General and EWS candidates should fall between 01 July 1998 and 01 July 2006, both dates inclusive. NAPS Candidate Age Condition: Candidates registered under NAPS should be less than 34 years as on the cut-off date after applicable relaxation. Previous Apprenticeship Condition: Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship with Indian Overseas Bank or any other organization are not eligible. Candidates whose earlier apprenticeship training was terminated due to their own fault are also not eligible. Experience Condition: Candidates having one year or more of training or job experience after completing the prescribed educational qualification are not eligible. State/UT Application Condition: A candidate can apply for engagement in only one State or Union Territory, preferably the candidate's home State/UT.

20 to 28 Years as on 01 July 2026 for General and EWS candidates; age relaxation applicable as per rules

• Printout of valid communication for personal interaction or reporting
• Printout of email from BFSI SSC containing submitted application data
• Proof of Date of Birth
• Birth Certificate or SSLC/Standard X Certificate showing Date of Birth
• Valid Photo Identity Proof
• Passport
• Aadhaar Card or e-Aadhaar
• PAN Card
• Driving Licence
• Voter's Card
• Consolidated Mark Sheets
• Relevant Educational Qualification Certificates
• SC/ST/OBC/EWS Certificate, if applicable
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate issued on or after 01 April 2026, if applicable
• PwBD Disability Certificate in the prescribed format, if applicable
• Any other relevant document supporting eligibility

1. 1Online Written Examination
2. 2Test of Local Language, wherever applicable
3. 3Document Verification
4. 4Personal Interaction, if decided by the Bank

The IOB Apprentice online examination will contain 100 questions carrying a total of 100 marks. Candidates will receive 90 minutes for the complete examination. The test will be conducted online using the candidate's own front camera-enabled desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone. Candidates must display the same identity proof that was uploaded on the apprenticeship portal. Candidates must obtain the minimum aggregate percentage prescribed by the Bank. A relaxation of 5 percent in the minimum aggregate requirement is available to SC, ST, OBC and PwBD candidates. No separate minimum qualifying marks are prescribed for individual subjects.

The available source provides the names of the four examination sections but does not mention a detailed topic-wise syllabus. Candidates should prepare according to the prescribed test areas and follow official updates issued by Indian Overseas Bank or the concerned apprenticeship authorities. The online examination consists of General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative and Reasoning Aptitude, and Computer or Subject Knowledge. Each section contains 25 questions for 25 marks.

Register on the NATS portal or the NAPS portal before starting the IOB Apprentice application process. Visit the Career Opportunities section of BFSI SSC or open the prescribed BEEP application portal. NATS-registered candidates should log in to the NATS portal and open the option for applying against advertised vacancies. Search for the Indian Overseas Bank apprenticeship opportunity and submit the application for the advertised engagement. NAPS-registered candidates should open the apprenticeship opportunity section, search for Indian Overseas Bank, select the relevant opportunity and apply. Enter the NATS or NAPS enrolment number while completing the online application form. Select only one State or Union Territory for engagement, preferably the home State or Union Territory. Complete all required personal, educational and apprenticeship-related details carefully. Pay the applicable application fee or intimation charges online through the BEEP portal between 07 July 2026 and 22 July 2026. Submit the application before the closing date of 20 July 2026. Keep a copy of the submitted application details, payment record and related communication for future reference.

Introduction Indian Overseas Bank has announced IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 for the engagement of 750 apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The notification has been issued under Advertisement No. HRDD/APPR/01/2026-27 dated 06 July 2026. The application process begins on 07 July 2026 and closes on 20 July 2026. Eligible graduates can apply through the prescribed apprenticeship portals and complete fee payment through the BEEP portal within the specified period. Vacancy Overview A total of 750 Apprentice vacancies have been announced across various States and Union Territories. Tamil Nadu has 200 vacancies, which is the highest state-wise allocation. Uttar Pradesh has 110 vacancies, Maharashtra has 85 and Delhi has 53 posts. Other major allocations include 35 vacancies each in Bihar and West Bengal, 33 in Kerala, 24 in Punjab, 22 in Odisha and 16 each in Gujarat, Haryana and Rajasthan. The vacancies include backlog positions, and the number of seats is provisional and may vary according to the actual requirements of the Bank. Eligibility Candidates must be Citizens of India and possess a Degree or Graduation in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India. An equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government is also acceptable. The graduation result must be declared on or before 31 July 2026. For candidates registered under NATS, the graduation result should have been declared between 01 March 2022 and 31 July 2026, both dates inclusive. Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship with IOB or another organization are not eligible. Applicants having one year or more of training or job experience after obtaining the prescribed qualification are also not eligible. Age Limit For General and EWS candidates, the minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 28 years as on 01 July 2026. The date of birth should fall between 01 July 1998 and 01 July 2006, both dates inclusive. SC and ST candidates receive 5 years of age relaxation. OBC Non-Creamy Layer candidates receive 3 years, while Persons with Benchmark Disabilities receive 10 years of relaxation. Salary The engagement provides a monthly stipend instead of a regular employee salary. Apprentices placed in Metro branches will receive Rs. 15,500 per month. The monthly stipend is Rs. 14,500 for Urban branches and Rs. 14,000 for Semi-Urban or Rural branches. For NATS candidates, the Government share of Rs. 6,150 will be directly credited to the apprentice's bank account through DBT mode. Apprentices are not eligible for other allowances or regular employee benefits. Selection Process The selection process includes an online written examination, a test of the local language wherever applicable and personal interaction if decided by the Bank. The online examination contains 100 questions for 100 marks and has a total duration of 90 minutes. The four sections are General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative and Reasoning Aptitude, and Computer or Subject Knowledge. Candidates applying for a particular State must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking and understanding at least one specified local language of that State. Candidates who studied the required language up to Class 10 or Class 12 are exempt from the language test. Application Process Candidates must first register on the NATS or NAPS portal. After registration, they should locate the Indian Overseas Bank apprenticeship opportunity and submit the application using the relevant enrolment details. Applicants can apply for only one State or Union Territory, preferably their home State/UT. The online application period is from 07 July 2026 to 20 July 2026. The applicable fee must be paid through the BEEP portal from 07 July 2026 to 22 July 2026. No other mode of application or fee payment will be accepted. Applications cannot be withdrawn after submission, and paid fees are non-refundable. Important Dates Advertisement Date: 06 July 2026 Online Application Start Date: 07 July 2026 Online Application Last Date: 20 July 2026 Application Fee Payment Period: 07 July 2026 to 22 July 2026 Tentative Online Examination Date: 02 August 2026 Conclusion Indian Overseas Bank IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 750 apprenticeship opportunities for graduates across India. Candidates meeting the prescribed educational qualification and age requirements can apply within the announced application period. Applicants should verify their eligibility, select only one State or Union Territory and complete all registration and fee payment requirements within the prescribed dates. The apprenticeship offers a monthly stipend ranging from Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 15,500 depending on the branch category, but it does not create an obligation for regular employment with Indian Overseas Bank after completion of the training period.