PNB Apprentice Bharti 2026 માટે Punjab National Bank (PNB) દ્વારા 5138 Graduate Apprentice vacancies માટે Online Application શરૂ થઈ ગઈ છે. જો તમે Banking Jobs 2026, Graduate Bank Vacancy, Apprentice Jobs in Bank શોધી રહ્યા છો તો આ મોટી તક છે.
PNB દ્વારા Apprentice Act 1961 હેઠળ Financial Year 2025-26 માટે ભરતી જાહેર કરવામાં આવી છે.
📅 Online Application Start Date: 08 February 2026
📅 Last Date to Apply: 24 February 2026
🌐 Official Website: pnb.bank.in
Recruitment Overview – PNB Apprentice 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Advertisement No | HRD/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2025-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 5138 Posts |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Date | March 2026 (1st Week Expected) |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship (1 Year) |
State Wise Vacancy Details
| State / Region | Vacancies | Why Apply Here? |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 814 | Highest vacancies – maximum selection chance |
| West Bengal | 532 | Strong banking culture – great learning |
| Punjab | 462 | PNB’s home state – priority to locals |
| Rajasthan | 363 | Growing rural banking sector |
| Haryana | 348 | Near Delhi NCR – metro exposure |
| Bihar | 310 | High demand for banking professionals |
| Maharashtra | 232 | Mumbai HQ access – premium training |
| Madhya Pradesh | 180 | Central India hub |
| Gujarat 🌟 | 138 | Ahmedabad/Vadodara branches – tech-savvy banking |
| Tamil Nadu | 121 | Strong financial literacy base |
👉 Complete category-wise & state-wise details માટે official notification તપાસો.
Eligibility Criteria (As on 01 January 2026)
Educational Qualification
- Any Graduate Degree from recognized University.
- Result declared on or before 31 December 2025.
- Candidate must know Local Language of applied State (Read, Write, Speak).
Age Limit
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
PNB Apprentice Salary / Stipend 2026
| Branch Type | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Rural / Semi-Urban / Urban | ₹12,300 |
| Metro Branches | ₹15,000 |
👉 Note: This is stipend, not permanent salary.
Application Fee (Non-Refundable)
| Category | Fee (Incl. GST) | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹944 (₹800 + 18% GST) | Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| General / OBC / EWS (Female) | ₹708 (₹600 + 18% GST) | Same as above |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Transgender | ₹236 (₹200 + 18% GST) | Same as above |
Selection Process – PNB Apprentice Exam Pattern
1️⃣ Online Written Examination
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| General & Financial Awareness | 25 |
| English Language | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 |
| Reasoning Ability | 25 |
| Computer Knowledge | Included |
| Total | 100 Marks |
| Duration | 60 Minutes |
Exam Language: Hindi & English (Except English Section)
2️⃣ Local Language Test
- 10th / 12th Local Language proof જરૂરી
અથવા - Language Proficiency Test આપવી પડશે
3️⃣ Medical Examination
Final selection medical fitness પર આધારિત રહેશે.
How to Apply Online? (Step-by-Step)
- Step 1: NATS Portal પર રજિસ્ટર કરો → nats.education.gov.in
- Step 2: PNB Application Portal ખોલો → bfsissc.com
- Step 3: “New Registration” પર ક્લિક કરી basic details ભરો
- Step 4: Upload these documents:
- Passport size photo (4.5cm x 3.5cm)
- Signature (black ink on white paper)
- Left thumb impression
- Handwritten declaration (as per format)
- Step 5: Application fee ચૂકવો (UPI/Net Banking recommended)
- Step 6: Final submit કરી confirmation page ડાઉનલોડ કરો + print લો
⏰ Deadline Alert: 24 ફેબ્રુઆરી 2026 સાંજે 11:59 PM સુધી જ અરજી કરી શકાશે!
Important Points to Remember
✔ Apprenticeship Duration: 1 Year
✔ This is NOT a Permanent Government Job
✔ No Guarantee of Future Employment in PNB
✔ Exam Expected: March 2026 (1st Week)
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Apply Online Portal | bfsissc.com |
| NATS Registration (Mandatory) | nats.education.gov.in |
| PNB Official Website | pnb.bank.in |
Conclusion
જો તમે Graduate છો અને Banking Sector માં Career બનાવવાનું વિચારી રહ્યા છો, તો PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 એક ઉત્તમ તક છે. 5138 vacancies સાથે આ મોટી ભરતી છે, જેથી સમયસર અરજી કરો.”PNB Apprentice એ sarkari naukri નો shortcut નથી, પણ banking career ની strong foundation છે. Stipend ઓછું હોઈ શકે, પણ જે experience મળશે તે private jobs માં 2-3 વર્ષ નો experience બરાબર ગણાશે. Focus on learning – not just stipend!”
— Banking Career Coach, Ahmedabad
This article is for informational purposes only; please verify all details from the official PNB website before applying.