State Bank of India (SBI) has launched the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for a total of 7,150 training seats across the country. The drive targets fresh graduates who wish to undergo one‑year on‑the‑job training with a monthly stipend of ₹15,000. Online applications are open from 19‑05‑2026 to 08‑06‑2026.
At a Glance
| Post |
Apprentice (under Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Total Vacancies |
7,150 training seats |
| Eligibility |
Graduation from a recognized University/Institute |
| Age Limit |
20‑28 years (as on 01‑04‑2026) |
| Stipend |
₹15,000 per month |
| Application Mode |
Online only (NAPS portal + SBI website) |
| Last Date to Apply |
08‑06‑2026 |
Post & Organization Details
| Organization Name |
State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD), Mumbai |
| Advertisement No. |
CRPD/APPR/2026-27/07 dated 19/05/2026 |
| Department |
Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD) |
| Duration of Training |
1 Year (On‑the‑Job Training) |
| Selection Mode |
Online Written Test + Test of Local Language + Medical Examination |
| Mandatory Requirement |
Prior registration on NAPS portal (https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) |
| Online Examination |
Tentatively in July 2026 |
| Official Website |
https://www.sbi.co.in/careers / https://sbi.bank.in/careers |
Vacancy Details
| State / UT |
Language |
Total Seats |
| Gujarat |
Gujarati |
217 |
| Andhra Pradesh |
Telugu / Urdu |
709 |
| Karnataka |
Kannada |
276 |
| Chhattisgarh |
Hindi |
93 |
| Madhya Pradesh |
Hindi |
285 |
| Odisha |
Odia |
229 |
| UT Ladakh |
Ladakhi / Urdu / Bhoti |
15 |
| Himachal Pradesh |
Hindi |
180 |
| UT Chandigarh |
Hindi / Punjabi |
15 |
| Punjab |
Punjabi / Hindi |
345 |
| UT Jammu & Kashmir |
Urdu / Hindi |
300 |
| Haryana |
Hindi / Punjabi |
320 |
| UT Puducherry |
Tamil |
18 |
| Tamil Nadu |
Tamil |
396 |
| Arunachal Pradesh |
English |
26 |
| Nagaland |
English |
20 |
| Meghalaya |
English / Garo / Khasi |
8 |
| Tripura |
Bengali / Kokborok |
88 |
| Assam |
Assamese / Bengali / Bodo |
368 |
| Mizoram |
Mizo |
54 |
| Manipur |
Manipuri / English |
6 |
| Telangana |
Telugu / Urdu |
491 |
| Rajasthan |
Hindi |
350 |
| West Bengal |
Bengali / Nepali |
460 |
| UT Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
Hindi / English |
42 |
| Sikkim |
Nepali / English |
50 |
| Uttar Pradesh |
Hindi / Urdu |
561 |
| Maharashtra |
Marathi |
504 |
| Goa |
Konkani |
16 |
| Uttarakhand |
Hindi |
115 |
| Delhi |
Hindi |
105 |
| Bihar |
Hindi / Urdu |
58 |
| Jharkhand |
Hindi / Santhali |
27 |
| Keralam |
Malayalam |
403 |
| Total |
|
7,150 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality |
Indian Citizens only |
| Educational Qualification (as on 01‑04‑2026) |
Graduation from a recognized University/Institute |
| Prior Apprenticeship |
Candidate must NOT have undergone any apprenticeship earlier or be currently undergoing one |
| Training/Job Experience |
1 year or more of experience after graduation disqualifies the candidate |
| CIBIL Status |
No default in repayment of any loan/credit facility |
| Aadhaar |
Mandatory (except candidates from Northeastern States where alternate ID is acceptable) |
| Age Limit (as on 01‑04‑2026) |
20 to 28 years for General/EWS; relaxations as per Govt. guidelines for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD |
| Registration Requirement |
Mandatory registration on NAPS portal before applying on SBI website |
Pay Scale & Salary
- Stipend: ₹15,000 per month (no additional allowances/benefits)
- Training period: 1 year (on‑the‑job)
Application Fee
The official notification does not disclose the exact fee structure. Candidates are advised to refer to the notification PDF for the latest fee details and to pay the non‑refundable fee online before the last date.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Date of Advertisement |
19/05/2026 |
| Opening of Online Registration |
19‑05‑2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration |
08‑06‑2026 |
| Age Calculated As On |
01‑04‑2026 |
| Call Letter / Acquaint Yourself Booklet Download |
Tentatively in June 2026 |
| Online Written Examination Date |
Tentatively in July 2026 |
| Local Language Test Date |
To be notified after Written Exam result |
Selection Process
- Online Written Test (objective type)
- Test of Local Language (as per state/UT language)
- Medical Examination
How to Apply
- Visit the NAPS portal (https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and complete the mandatory registration.
- After registration, go to the SBI Careers page (https://www.sbi.co.in/careers or https://sbi.bank.in/careers).
- Select “Apprentice Recruitment 2026” and fill in the online application form with personal, educational and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, Aadhaar, graduation certificate, etc.).
- Pay the non‑refundable application fee online (refer to the notification for exact amount).
- Review the entered information carefully and click “Submit”. A confirmation email/SMS will be sent upon successful submission.
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FAQ’s
- What is the minimum educational qualification? A graduation degree from a recognized university or institute is mandatory.
- Can I apply for more than one state? No. Candidates can apply for engagement in only one State/UT.
- Is there any age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates? Yes. SC/ST get 5 years, OBC (non‑creamy layer) get 3 years relaxation as per Government of India guidelines.
- What is the stipend amount? The monthly stipend is ₹15,000 for the entire training period.
- Do I need to have prior apprenticeship experience? No. Candidates must not have undergone any apprenticeship earlier or be currently undergoing one.
- How is the selection conducted? Selection is based on an online written test, a local language test, and a medical examination.
- When will the result be announced? The result will be released after the online written examination, followed by the local language test schedule.
