Central Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025: 4500 Openings for Fresh Graduates.
The Central Bank of India has announced a big recruitment drive for 4500 Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. If you are a graduate passed after 1st Jan 2021, this is your chance to gain work experience in the banking sector. The application process is completely online and starts from 7th June to 23rd June 2025.
Job Summary
| Details |
Information |
| Bank Name |
Central Bank of India |
| Job Role |
Apprentice |
| Total Number of Posts |
4500 |
| Training Period |
12 Months |
| Monthly Pay (Stipend) |
₹15,000 |
| Education Required |
Graduate (on or after 01-01-2021) |
| Age Range |
20 to 28 years (as on 31 May 2025) |
| Apply Through |
nats.education.gov.in |
| Official Website |
centralbankofindia.co.in |
Important Dates You Should Know
| Event |
Date |
| Online Registration Opens |
7 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Submit Form |
23 June 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
25 June 2025 |
| Exam Date (Tentative) |
First Week of July 2025 |
Application Fee (with GST extra)
| Category |
Fee Amount |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) |
₹400 |
| SC / ST / EWS / Women |
₹600 |
| General / OBC |
₹800 |
Who Can Apply?
| Requirement |
Details |
| Educational Qualification |
Graduation degree from a recognized university |
| Graduation Year |
Must be passed on or after 01 January 2021 |
| NATS Registration |
Required before applying |
| Age (General) |
20 to 28 years |
| Relaxation in Age |
SC/ST: 5 yrs, OBC: 3 yrs, PwBD: up to 15 yrs |
State-wise Vacancy Distribution (Sample)
Here are some states with the highest number of Apprentice seats:
| State |
Total |
SC |
ST |
OBC |
EWS |
General |
| Maharashtra |
586 |
58 |
52 |
158 |
59 |
259 |
| Uttar Pradesh |
580 |
121 |
5 |
156 |
58 |
240 |
| Bihar |
433 |
69 |
4 |
116 |
43 |
201 |
| Madhya Pradesh |
459 |
68 |
91 |
68 |
46 |
186 |
| West Bengal |
315 |
72 |
15 |
69 |
31 |
128 |
For full list of states and UTs, visit the official notification.
Exam Structure
Candidates will first appear for a computer-based test followed by a language test.
| Subject Area |
No. of Questions |
Marks |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
15 |
15 |
| Logical Reasoning |
15 |
15 |
| Computer Knowledge |
15 |
15 |
| English Language |
15 |
15 |
| Banking: Retail & Insurance |
40 (4 topics × 10) |
40 |
| Total Questions |
100 |
100 |
| Time Limit |
60 minutes |
|
| Negative Marking |
No |
|
How Are Candidates Selected?
- Online Written Exam – Test on reasoning, English, computer skills, and banking basics.
- Local Language Test – Must understand and speak the language of the region applied for.
- Verification Round – Includes document check and medical fitness.
Steps to Apply
Follow these steps to apply for the Apprentice position:
- Visit: nats.education.gov.in and register.
- Get NATS ID: After registration, receive your Enrollment ID.
- Check Email: BFSI SSC will email instructions.
- Complete Application: Upload your documents, photo, and signature.
- Pay Fee Online: Before 25 June 2025.
- Submit Form: Confirm and submit the application.
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