Canara Bank, a leading Public Sector Bank in India, has released the official notification for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for the Financial Year 2026–27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment drive aims to engage 3,500 Graduate Apprentices across various states and union territories in India. Online applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens who possess a Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University.

Interested candidates can apply online for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 starting from 01 October 2026 to 17 October 2026 through the official portal www.canarabank.bank.in. Candidates must ensure their registration on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) before completing the online application.
Below is the complete information regarding state-wise vacancies, age criteria, qualification requirements, stipend, application fees, selection process, and step-by-step application instructions for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026.
Overview of Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The table below highlights the key features of Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
| Recruitment Parameter | Official Details |
| Organization Name | Canara Bank (Head Office, Bengaluru) |
| Notification Title | Engagement of Graduate Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27 |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 3,500 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Mode Only |
| Registration Opening Date | 01 October 2026 |
| Registration Closing Date | 17 October 2026 |
| NATS Portal Registration | Mandatory before applying (nats.education.gov.in) |
| Official Website | canarabank.com / canarabank.bank.in |
Important Dates for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Candidates must keep track of the important timeline for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
| Event Name | Key Dates |
| Date of Eligibility Reckoning | 01 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 01 October 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 October 2026 |
| Document Verification / Merit List | To be announced later |
State-Wise Vacancy Breakup for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
A total of 3,500 vacancies are distributed across different States and Union Territories for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
Comprehensive Category-Wise Seat Matrix
| State / UT Name | Local Language | Total Vacancies | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | PwBD (HI/OC/VI/ID) |
| Andaman & Nicobar | Hindi / English | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu / Urdu | 247 | 39 | 17 | 66 | 24 | 101 | 2/2/3/2 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo | 42 | 2 | 5 | 11 | 4 | 20 | 0/0/1/0 |
| Bihar | Hindi / Urdu | 122 | 19 | 1 | 32 | 12 | 58 | 1/1/1/1 |
| Chandigarh (UT) | Hindi / Punjabi | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 39 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 18 | 0/0/1/0 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli | Gujarati | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Daman & Diu | Gujarati | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Delhi (UT) | Hindi | 93 | 13 | 6 | 25 | 9 | 40 | 1/1/1/0 |
| Goa | Konkani | 25 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 0/0/1/0 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 89 | 6 | 13 | 24 | 8 | 38 | 1/1/1/1 |
| Haryana | Hindi / Punjabi | 114 | 21 | 0 | 30 | 11 | 52 | 1/1/1/1 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi | 23 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu / Hindi | 16 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Jharkhand | Hindi / Santhali | 74 | 8 | 19 | 8 | 7 | 32 | 1/0/1/0 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 581 | 92 | 40 | 156 | 58 | 235 | 6/6/6/5 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | 240 | 24 | 2 | 64 | 24 | 126 | 2/2/3/2 |
| Ladakh (UT) | Urdu / Ladakhi / Bhoti | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Lakshadweep | Malayalam | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi | 110 | 16 | 22 | 16 | 11 | 45 | 1/1/1/1 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 205 | 20 | 18 | 55 | 20 | 92 | 2/2/2/2 |
| Manipur | Manipuri / English | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Meghalaya | English / Garo / Khasi | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Nagaland | English | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Odisha | Odia | 104 | 16 | 22 | 12 | 10 | 44 | 1/1/1/1 |
| Puducherry | Tamil | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Punjab | Punjabi / Hindi | 96 | 27 | 0 | 20 | 9 | 40 | 1/1/1/0 |
| Rajasthan | Hindi | 96 | 16 | 12 | 19 | 9 | 40 | 0/1/1/0 |
| Sikkim | Nepali / English | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 391 | 74 | 3 | 105 | 39 | 170 | 4/4/4/3 |
| Telangana | Telugu / Urdu | 134 | 21 | 9 | 36 | 13 | 55 | 1/1/2/1 |
| Tripura | Bengali / Kokborok | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0/0/0/0 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi / Urdu | 409 | 85 | 4 | 110 | 40 | 170 | 4/4/4/4 |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi | 48 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 29 | 0/0/1/0 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Nepali | 150 | 34 | 7 | 33 | 15 | 61 | 2/1/2/1 |
| Total | All India | 3,500 | 553 | 226 | 845 | 335 | 1541 | 32/30/39/24 |
Eligibility Criteria for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Applicants interested in Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must fulfill all age limits, academic qualifications, and local language preferences calculated as of 01 September 2026.
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must hold a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government.
- Candidates must have passed their Graduation degree not earlier than 01.01.2023 and not later than 01.09.2026 (both days inclusive).
Age Limit & Relaxations (As on 01.09.2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years.
- Maximum Age: 28 Years.
- Date of Birth Range: Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.09.1998 and not later than 01.09.2006 (both days inclusive).
Category-Wise Upper Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation Allowed | Maximum Age Concession |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) | 5 Years | 33 Years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 3 Years | 31 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 Years | 38 Years |
| Widows, Divorced women & Legally Separated Women | As per rules | 35 Years (UR/EWS), 38 Years (OBC), 40 Years (SC/ST) |
Local Language Qualification
- Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the opted State/UT.
- Candidates who produce 10th or 12th standard mark sheets/certificates proving they studied the specified local language will not be required to undergo the local language test.
- Other candidates will have to clear the local language test as part of the selection process before final engagement.
Application Fee & Registration Charges
Application fee and intimation charges for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 are non-refundable:
| Candidate Category | Application / Intimation Fee |
| SC / ST / PwBD Candidates | NIL (No Fee) |
| All Other Candidates (UR / OBC / EWS) | Rs. 500/- (including intimation charges) |
Selection Process for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
The selection under Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 involves the following stages:
Selection Stages
- Shortlisting based on Merit: Merit list generated based on candidate credentials and marks obtained in Graduation.
- Local Language Proficiency Test: Verification of local language proficiency through 10th/12th mark sheets or through a local language test.
- Document Verification (DV): Verification of original educational certificates, caste/category documents, and identity proofs.
- Medical Examination: Candidates must be declared medically fit as per the requirements of the Bank.
How to Apply Online for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Follow these step-by-step guidelines to fill out the application form for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
Step-by-Step Application Steps
- NATS Portal Registration: Visit the Government apprenticeship portal at
nats.education.gov.inand complete your 100% profile registration to generate your NATS Enrollment ID. - Visit Official Bank Website: Open
[www.canarabank.com](https://www.canarabank.com)orwww.canarabank.bank.in. - Navigate to Careers: Click on Careers $\rightarrow$ Recruitment $\rightarrow$ Engagement of Graduate Apprentices in Canara Bank under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27.
- Fill Application Form: Provide personal information, educational marks, local language details, and enter your NATS Enrollment ID.
- Upload Required Documents: Upload scanned soft copies of your photograph (4.5cm $\times$ 3.5cm), signature, left-thumb impression, and hand-written declaration.
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the applicable fee of Rs. 500/- (if applicable) through online payment gateways.
- Submit Application: Review all entered details carefully before final submission. Save and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Direct Important Links
Direct access links for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026:
| Document / Portal | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Registration | Login |
| Check Official Notification | Download Official PDF |
| Join Naukari Adda Channel | Telegram | Whatsapp |
| Official Website | Canara Bank Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the total number of vacancies in Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 3,500 Graduate Apprentice posts have been released across various states in India.
Q2: What is the last date to apply online for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit online applications and pay fees is 17 October 2026.
Q3: Is registration on the NATS portal mandatory before applying?
Ans: Yes, candidates must register on nats.education.gov.in and obtain their NATS Enrollment ID before filling out the online application.
Q4: What is the age limit for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The minimum age limit is 20 years and maximum age limit is 28 years as on 01.09.2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.
Q5: What is the application fee for SC/ST/PwBD candidates?
Ans: SC, ST, and PwBD category candidates are completely exempt from paying any application fee.
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