Indian Bank has released the Apprentice Recruitment Notification 2025 for 1500 posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The online application process begins on July 18, 2025, and ends on August 7, 2025. Selected candidates will undergo a one-year training period in their chosen state. In this blog, you will get all the information regarding the Indian Bank recruitment 2025.
Indian Bank has released the Apprentice Recruitment 2025 notification for 1500 posts under the Apprentice Act, 1961. The notification includes important details like who can apply, how selection will be done, stipend (salary), and training duration. Candidates who have completed their graduation on or after 1st April 2021 can apply. The online application process starts on 18th July 2025 and ends on 7th August 2025. To know all the important information, candidates can download the official notification PDF from the link given below.
This recruitment is aimed at engaging graduates as Apprentices across India for the financial year 2025–26. Candidates will receive a fixed stipend during training and must qualify in an online test and a local language test. Preference is given to candidates who have graduated on or after 1st April 2021.
| Particulars | Details |
| Bank Name | Indian Bank |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1500 |
| Online Application | 18th July to 7th August 2025 |
| Education Qualification | Graduate (on or after 01.04.2021) |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years (as on 01.07.2025) |
| Stipend | ₹12,000 – ₹15,000 (based on location) |
| Selection Process | Online Test + Language Proficiency Test |
| Training Period | 12 months |
| Official Website | indianbank.in |
The online application process for Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025 starts on 18th July 2025 and will remain open till 7th August 2025. Eligible candidates must register on the NATS portal (www.nats.education.gov.in) and then apply through the official Indian Bank website. Candidates must fill in accurate details, upload documents, and pay the applicable fee. Ensure you apply for only one state, as multiple applications will be rejected. It is advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
To apply for the Indian Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025, candidates must first register on the NATS portal (www.nats.education.gov.in). Only candidates who have graduated on or after 1st April 2021 are eligible. After registration, follow these steps:
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. The details are:
| Category | Fees (excluding GST) |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹800 + GST |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175 + GST |
The Indian Bank has announced 1500 state-wise apprentice vacancies. The highest vacancies are in Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh, with 277 each. Candidates must apply for only one state. Reservations are applicable as per government norms.
| State / UT | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
| Andhra Pradesh | 13 | 5 | 22 | 8 | 34 | 82 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Assam | 2 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 15 | 29 |
| Bihar | 12 | 0 | 20 | 7 | 37 | 76 |
| Chandigarh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Chhattisgarh | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 17 |
| Goa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Gujarat | 2 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 16 | 35 |
| Haryana | 7 | 0 | 9 | 3 | 18 | 37 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 6 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Jharkhand | 5 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 18 | 42 |
| Karnataka | 6 | 2 | 11 | 4 | 19 | 42 |
| Kerala | 4 | 0 | 11 | 4 | 25 | 44 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 8 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 27 | 59 |
| Maharashtra | 6 | 6 | 18 | 6 | 32 | 68 |
| Manipur | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Meghalaya | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Nagaland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| NCT of Delhi | 5 | 2 | 10 | 3 | 18 | 38 |
| Odisha | 8 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 20 | 50 |
| Puducherry | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 9 |
| Punjab | 15 | 0 | 11 | 5 | 23 | 54 |
| Rajasthan | 6 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 17 | 37 |
| Tamil Nadu | 52 | 2 | 74 | 27 | 122 | 277 |
| Telangana | 6 | 2 | 11 | 4 | 19 | 42 |
| Tripura | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 58 | 2 | 74 | 27 | 116 | 277 |
| Uttarakhand | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 13 |
| West Bengal | 34 | 7 | 33 | 15 | 63 | 152 |
| Total | 255 | 77 | 351 | 137 | 680 | 1500 |
Candidates must be Indian citizens or as defined under Indian government rules. They must be graduates as of 01.07.2025 and aged between 20 to 28 years. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PwBD (10 years).
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Nationality | Indian or as per Government guidelines |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years (as on 01.07.2025) |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate in any discipline (after 01.04.2021) |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 yrs, OBC: 3 yrs, PwBD: 10 yrs |
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend during the 12-month apprenticeship period. No other allowances or benefits will be provided. The stipend amount depends on the job location (urban or rural).
| Job Location | Total Stipend | Bank Share | Govt Share |
| Urban/Metro Branches | ₹15,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹4,500 |
| Rural/Semi-Urban | ₹12,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹4,500 |
The selection consists of two stages—Online Test and Local Language Proficiency Test. The online test will include Reasoning, Quant, English, GA, and Computer sections. Candidates who clear the test must qualify the language test unless exempted by prior qualification.
| Stage | Details |
| Online Test | 100 marks, 60 minutes (5 sections) |
| Language Proficiency | Must be fluent in local language |
| Negative Marking | 1/4th for each wrong answer |
| Merit List | Prepared State & Category-wise |
The selection process includes an Online Test followed by a Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT). The exam pattern for the online test is as follows:
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning Aptitude | 15 | 15 | Composite time |
| Computer Knowledge | 10 | 10 | of 60 minutes |
| General English | 25 | 25 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| General Awareness (with focus on Banking) | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
Medium of Test: Regional languages (except English section).
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
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