Bank of Baroda 5000 Apprentice Online Form 2026 2026
This notification announces the online application process for 5000 Apprentice positions under the Apprentices Act, 1961 conducted by the Human Resource Management (HRM) division of Bank of Baroda.
Short Information
The Human Resource Management (HRM), Bank of Baroda is recruiting for 5000 Apprentice vacancies. The online application window opens on 19 May 2026 and closes on 8 June 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹800 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹200 |
| Payment Modes | Online |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post | Vacancies | Age Limit | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | 5000 | 20‑28 years | Graduation Degree in any Discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualifications recognized by the Central Government. For NATS candidates: date of passing Graduation should not be more than 4 years preceding 01‑05‑2026. |
State‑wise Vacancy Breakdown
| State/UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 1 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 188 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 4 |
| Assam | 29 |
| Bihar | 179 |
| Chandigarh | 4 |
| Chhattisgarh | 122 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu | 7 |
| Delhi | 91 |
| Goa | 29 |
| Gujarat | 960 |
| Haryana | 84 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 8 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 2 |
| Jharkhand | 64 |
| Karnataka | 483 |
| Kerala | 111 |
| Ladakh | 2 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 136 |
| Maharashtra | 580 |
| Manipur | 1 |
| Meghalaya | 4 |
| Mizoram | 2 |
| Nagaland | 3 |
| Odisha | 92 |
| Puducherry | 4 |
| Punjab | 78 |
| Rajasthan | 412 |
| Sikkim | 1 |
| Tamil Nadu | 199 |
| Telangana | 83 |
| Tripura | 3 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 764 |
| Uttarakhand | 76 |
| West Bengal | 194 |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 60 minutes
Negative Marking: No negative marking
Selection Process
- Online Examination
- Document Verification
- Test of local language
How to Apply Online
- Register on NATS (https://nats.education.gov.in) and/or NAPS (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) portals.
- After registration, receive email from BFSI SSC inviting to fill the Application cum Examination Form.
- Fill the form with NATS Enrolment ID and/or NAPS Apprentice Code, upload required documents, choose State/UT and preferred locations.
- Pay the applicable fee online through the secure payment link of BFSI SSC.
- Submit the application online only.
Required Documents
- Colour scan copy of Aadhaar Card – Front & Back Page (JPEG, <1 MB)
- Colour scan copy of PAN Card (JPEG, <1 MB)
- Valid Personal Email ID and Mobile Number
- Colour scan copy of Passport-size Photograph (JPEG, <1 MB)
- Colour scan copy of Xth Marksheet (PDF, <1 MB)
- Colour scan copy of XIIth Marksheet (PDF, <1 MB)
- Colour scan copy of Degree Marksheet / Provisional Certificate (PDF, <1 MB)
- Colour scan copy of Saving Bank Passbook / Cheque Leaf (PDF, <1 MB)
- Colour scan copy of Signature (JPEG, <1 MB)
- Printout of valid Language Proficiency Test Intimation Letter/mail from Bank
- Valid system generated printout of the online application / Registration / Enrollment form
- Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate from Competent Municipal Authority or SSLC / Std. X Certificate with DOB)
- Photo Identity Proof (Government-issued ID)
- Individual Semester/Year-wise Marksheets and Certificates for educational qualifications including final degree/diploma certificate
- CGPA to Percentage conversion certificate (if grades awarded), issued by the appropriate authority
- Caste Certificate in prescribed Government of India format (for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates) - OBC-NCL certificate must be issued within one year as on date of advertisement
- Disability Certificate in prescribed format issued by District Medical Board (for PwBD candidates)
- Any other relevant documents in support of eligibility
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a nationwide engagement drive for 5000 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for a training period of 12 months in various branches and offices of the Bank across 35 States/UTs. Apprentices will receive a stipend of Rs. 15,000 per month and will undergo On-the-Job Training but will not be treated as Bank employees and will have no claim to regular employment after completion of training.
How many vacancies are there in BOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 and how are they distributed?
A total of 5000 Apprentice training seats have been announced under Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026 across 35 States/UTs, with State-wise and category-wise bifurcation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, UR and horizontal reservation for PwBD candidates. Major States include Gujarat – 960 seats, Uttar Pradesh – 764 seats, Maharashtra – 580 seats, Rajasthan – 412 seats, Karnataka – 483 seats and Tamil Nadu – 199 seats, while smaller States/UTs such as Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Manipur and Sikkim have 1 seat each.
What are the important dates for Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
As per Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2026/01 dated 19/05/2026, the online application process starts from 19 May 2026 and the last date to apply online is 8 June 2026. The cut‑off date for age and educational qualification eligibility is 1 May 2026, while the Online Examination date and schedule for Document Verification and Local Language Test will be notified later on the Bank’s career page and BFSI SSC’s website.
What is the eligibility criteria for Bank of Baroda Apprentice 2026 (education, age and nationality)?
Candidates must be Indian citizens, possess a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University (or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government), and for NATS‑registered candidates the date of passing graduation must not be more than 4 years prior to 01‑05‑2026. The age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 01‑05‑2026, with upper age relaxation for SC/ST, OBC (NCL) and PwBD as per Government norms, subject to the condition that NAPS‑registered candidates must be below 34 years on the cut‑off date.
Is prior apprenticeship or work experience allowed for BOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training with Bank of Baroda or any other establishment in the past, or who are currently undergoing apprenticeship training with any organization, are not eligible to apply. Further, applicants who have one year or more of training or job experience after completing their educational qualification are also not eligible for engagement as apprentices under this recruitment.