The Indian Overseas Bank has released the IOB Apprentice recruitment 2026 notification on July 7 on the official website, iob.bank.in. The bank has also activated the Indian Overseas Bank 2026 application form link, along with the notification. Candidates must thoroughly go through the Indian Overseas Bank notification 2026 PDF before applying for the role.
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The Indian Overseas Bank conducts the IOB Apprentice 2026 exam to recruit candidates for a contractual apprenticeship role. The IOB Apprentice notification 2026 provides all the details about the role to the applicants. The following article provides further details about the exam dates, application process, etc.
The Indian Overseas Bank has announced the recruitment of candidates for the role of apprentice across India in multiple branches. The Bank has announced 750 vacant positions, which are available state-wise with reservation. Candidates must qualify for the mentioned IOB apprentice eligibility criteria to apply for the exam.
Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice 2026 Important Details
Particulars | Dates |
Conducting Body | Indian Overseas Bank |
Post Name | Apprentice |
Vacancy | 750 |
Educational Qualification | A graduation in any discipline from a recognised university |
Age Limit | 20 to 28 years |
Application Start Date | July 7, 2026 |
Application End Date | July 20, 2026 |
Application Mode | Online |
Application Fee |
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Exam Date | August 24, 2026 (Tentative) |
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The exam authority has specified the IOB Apprentice eligibility criteria 2026 in the official notification. Candidates must qualify for the following parameters to clear the IOB Apprentice eligibility criteria:
Must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
Must be within the age limit of 20 to 28 years.
The IOB activated the Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice 2026 apply online link from July 7, 2026, to July 20, 2026, on the official website. Candidates can access the IOB Apprentice application link through the NAPS/NATS portal in online mode. The steps below are to be followed to fill out the Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice application form.
Steps to fill out the Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice 2026 Application Form
Register on the NAPS/NATS and BFSI portal.
Visit the official Indian Overseas Bank website, iob.bank.in.
Navigate to the ‘Careers’ section
Access the Engagement of Apprentices link, and click ‘Apply Online’
Log in and fill out the application form with all the important details
Upload all the necessary documents.
Pay the application fee online and submit the application.
Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
The conducting body specified the IOB Apprentice selection process 2026 in the official notification. Candidates will be shortlisted in the following stages:
Online written examination
Local Language Test
Document Verification
Branch Category | Stipend |
Metro | Rs. 15,000 |
Urban | Rs. 12,000 |
Semi-Urban/Rural | Rs. 10,000 |
Important Links
Official Brochure | |
Official Website | |
Apply Link |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Candidates must register on either the NAPS Portal or the NATS Portal first. After that, they must submit their application on the BFSI SSC Apprentice Portal.
No. This is strictly a 1-year training contract under the Apprentices Act, 1961. It does not guarantee regular employment or any special preference in future IOB probationary officer (PO) or clerk recruitments.