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Advt No: Official Notification / CircularCanara Bank01/10/2026

Canara Bank Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Canara Bank has invited online applications for the recruitment of 3,500 Graduate Apprentice posts across India. Eligible graduates aged 20 to 28 years can apply online before the closing date of 17 October 2026.

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Important Dates

Application Start Date
01/10/2026
Last Date to Apply Online
17/10/2026
Last Date for Fee Payment
17/10/2026
Exam / Selection Schedule
To be notified
Vacancies & Eligibility
Official Cadre
Vacancies3500Total Posts
Prescribed Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university with proficiency in the local language of the state/region.

Detailed vacancy & qualification criteria in the matrix below

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / OBC / EWS
₹500/-
SC / ST / PwBD
Nil
Fee payable online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, IMPS, or Mobile Wallets.
Online: UPI, Cards & Net Banking

Age Limit

20-28 Years as on 01/09/2026 (Age relaxation applicable as per government guidelines)
OBC: +3ySC/ST: +5yPwD: +10yExSM

Vacancy & Eligibility Details

Official allocations across cadres, vacancies, category quota, and prescribed eligibility criteria.

1 Allocations
Canara BankPrescribed Discipline

Graduate Apprentice

Sanctioned Seats:3500 Posts
Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Discipline

Graduation degree in any stream from a recognized university or institute, plus mandatory proficiency in the local language of the participating state/region.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Total Sanctioned Posts:3500 Posts

Mode of Selection / Selection Process

Sequential qualification stages in chronological order

4 Sequential Stages
01Merit List

Merit List based on Academic Marks

All-India merit rank publication & joining recommendation

02Verification

Document Verification (DV)

Original matriculation, marksheets & category audit

03Written / CBT

Local Language Proficiency Test

Standardized examination testing core curriculum

04Written / CBT

Pre-engagement Medical Examination

Standardized examination testing core curriculum

How to Fill Form

Step-by-step verified candidate procedure for error-free form submission

7 Guided Steps
01Step 1

Visit Official Portal

Navigate to the official IBPS registration portal or Canara Bank careers apprenticeship link.

02Step 2

Locate Application Link

Complete the initial registration by entering basic personal details, mobile number, and valid email ID.

03Step 3

Locate Application Link

Log in with the generated registration number and password to complete the detailed application form.

04Step 4

Upload Prescribed Documents

Upload the prescribed documents, photograph, and signature strictly in the required format.

05Step 5

Pay Application Fee

Pay the online application fee according to your category.

06Step 6

Final Verification & Submission

Review all submitted information thoroughly and submit the final form.

07Step 7

Final Verification & Submission

Print and safely retain a copy of the completed application confirmation page for future reference.

Official Advisory: Verify personal credentials, JEE marks & upload specs before final submission.

Detailed Notification & Overview

Canara Bank has officially released the notification for the engagement of 3,500 Graduate Apprentices under the Apprenticeship Act. Eligible applicants must hold a recognized Bachelor's degree and demonstrate fluency in the regional language of the state they choose. Selection will be based primarily on merit ranking, followed by comprehensive document verification and a local language evaluation test. Candidates are advised to submit their applications through the designated IBPS recruitment portal well before the last date to avoid technical delays.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

5 Essential Questions

Q1What is the application timeline for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The online application window opened on 01 October 2026 and closes on 17 October 2026. The deadline for paying the application fee is also 17 October 2026.

Q2What educational qualifications are needed to apply for the Canara Bank Apprentice post?

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Additionally, applicants must possess adequate reading, writing, and speaking knowledge of the local language of the state or region applied for.

Q3What are the age restrictions for this apprenticeship engagement?

Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years old as of 01 September 2026. Standard age relaxations apply for reserved categories in accordance with bank norms.

Q4How much is the registration fee and how can it be paid?

Candidates belonging to General, OBC, and EWS categories need to pay ₹500/-, while SC, ST, and PwBD applicants are exempt from fee payment. Fees must be submitted online using debit cards, credit cards, internet banking, or IMPS.

Q5What is the selection procedure for Canara Bank Apprentices?

The selection is conducted based on a merit list prepared from marks, followed by Document Verification, a Local Language Test, and a pre-engagement Medical Examination.

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