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Job Title	Apprentice (under Apprentices Act, 1961)
Category	GOVT
Location	India
Company	https://www.sbi.co.in/careers or https://sbi.bank.in/careers
Description	Duration of Training 1 Year (On-the-Job Training) Application Mode Online only (via NAPS portal + SBI website) 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 SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the date of eligibility (01-04-2026). Only Indian Citizens are eligible to apply. Candidates must mandatorily register on the NAPS portal (https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) before applying online. Candidates can apply for engagement in one State only and can appear for the examination only once under this engagement project. Stage 2 - Test of Local LanguageCareer Development Resources The test of specified local language will be conducted after qualifying the online written examination. Candidates who fail to qualify this test will not be engaged as apprentice. Candidates who produce 10th or 12th standard mark sheet/certificate evidencing having studied the specified local language will not be required to undergo the language test. Candidates must appear at their own expense; SBI will not reimburse travelling expenses. Stage 3 - Medical Examination Engagement of selected apprentices is subject to being declared medically fit as per the requirement of the Bank and satisfactory completion of KYE formalities. SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Weightage in Junior Associate Recruitment Weightage/Relaxation to apprentices in recruitment of Junior Associates shall be given as per the recruitment policy of the Bank as amended from time to time, to apprentices who successfully complete the apprenticeship training in SBI, subject to candidate's satisfactory conduct and performance during the entire training period. Successful completion refers to passing of the skill evaluation test (Trade test) and obtention of the joint National Apprenticeship Certificate issued by SBI-NSDC / BFSI-SSC.Government Job Alerts Competition Level Analysis for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 The competition level for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is expected to be very high due to 7150 seats being offered at the all-India level and the exam being open to any graduate, including those already preparing for bank and SSC exams. While the written test is of easy to moderate difficulty and slightly below SBI Clerk level, the large number of serious aspirants in high-population states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana will push state-wise and category-wise cut-offs upward. In practical terms, each seat is likely to attract dozens to over a hundred candidates in major states, making speed, accuracy, and sectional balance crucial to clearing the single-stage written exam followed by the local language test. However, the effective competition reduces at later stages because some candidates will fail to qualify the language test or be filtered out at the document verification, CIBIL, Aadhaar, and medical fitness stages, and SBI will finally select candidates strictly on state-wise and category-wise merit from those who clear all stages.SBI Recruitment Guide Who should NOT apply for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026? Candidates looking for a permanent job in SBI; this is only a 1‑year apprenticeship with no guarantee of absorption or regular employment. Candidates who already completed any Apprenticeship (in SBI or any other organisation) or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act. Candidates outside the age band 20–28 years as on the cut-off date (even 1 day younger/older is not eligible, except notified relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD). Aspirants who do not have a Graduation degree from a recognised University/Institute by the specified date. Candidates not fluent in the notified local language of the State/UT (reading, writing, speaking, understanding), and who are unlikely to clear the language test or do not have 10th/12th proof. Candidates unwilling or unable to register on the NAPS portal before applying, as this is a mandatory prerequisite for SBI Apprentice. Candidates with serious CIBIL/loan/credit‑card defaults who have not regularised or repaid outstanding dues by the time of offer; such profiles are normally rejected in bank recruitments. Ex‑Servicemen / Disabled Ex‑Servicemen, where the notification clearly states no engagement / no reservation for them under Apprentice. PwBD candidates whose disability type falls under “likely to improve” (temporary disability) where reservation benefits may not apply as per notification conditions. Candidates who cannot produce valid Aadhaar (except where exempted, e.g., certain North‑Eastern states with alternate ID allowed). Common mistakes / What to check before applying SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026? Applying in a wrong State or language where you cannot comfortably read, write and speak the specified local language. Entering wrong category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/UR); category cannot be changed later and mismatch with certificates at DV can lead to cancellation. OBC candidates from creamy layer applying as OBC instead of UR; only non‑creamy OBCs with valid, recent certificate get reservation. Uploading blurred/incorrect photo, signature, thumb impression or declaration (wrong size, wrong format, someone else’s handwriting) leading to rejection at scrutiny. Using invalid or inactive mobile number/email ID, causing failure to receive OTPs, registration details, call letters or further communication. Submitting multiple applications for different states or with different details; SBI usually accepts only the last complete application and may forfeit extra fees. Ignoring negative marking and over‑attempting in the exam, which can sharply reduce your score despite high attempts. Not reading the clause that this is not regular employment, and later protesting about absorption or permanent posting after apprenticeship ends. How to Apply for SBI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Candidates shall apply online; no other mode of application will be accepted. Candidates must first mandatorily register on the NAPS portal (https://apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and read the detailed guidelines on https://bfsissc.com before applying online through the SBI website.Career Development Resources Candidates should have a valid email ID and mobile number which should be kept active till declaration of results. Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date and not wait till the last date. Documents Required to be Scanned and Uploaded (as per Annexure-I): Recent passport-size colour photograph (4.5 cm × 3.5 cm; 200×230 pixels; 20 KB–50 KB; JPEG) Signature with black ink on white paper (140×60 pixels; 10 KB–20 KB; JPEG) Left Thumb Impression on white paper with black or blue ink (240×240 pixels; 20 KB–50 KB; JPEG/JPG) Handwritten Declaration in English on white paper with black ink (800×400 pixels; 50 KB–100 KB; JPEG/JPG) — in candidate's own handwriting Live photograph captured via webcam or mobile phone (to be uploaded at the time of online application) Documents to be Produced at the time of Examination / Document Verification / Engagement:Banking Career Advice Call Letter (downloaded from Bank's website) along with photo identity proof (Passport / Aadhaar / PAN Card / Driving License / Voter's Card / Bank Passbook with photograph / Identity Card issued by School or College / Gazetted Officer in official letterhead) in original and self-attested photocopy Caste Certificate in prescribed Government of India format (for SC/ST candidates) — to be submitted at the time of engagement if called for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate in prescribed Government of India format, issued during the period 01-04-2026 to the date of joining (for OBC candidates) Income and Asset Certificate issued by Competent Authority in the format prescribed by Government of India, valid for the year 2026-27 (for EWS candidates) Disability Certificate in prescribed format issued by a Competent Authority as per Government of India guidelines (for PwBD candidates) Educational qualification certificates and marksheets (Graduation onwards) Printout of Application Form is NOT to be sent to SBI. No Hard Copy of the Call Letter for Online Written Examination will be sent by post. Candidates must appear for the test at their own cost; SBI will not pay or reimburse any such expenses.Training Course Materials Apply Online at: https://www.sbi.co.in/careers or https://sbi.bank.in/careers For queries: Call 022-22820427 (11:00 AM to 06:00 PM on working days) or visit https://cgrs.ibps.in — mention "Engagement of Apprentice in SBI" in the subject.
Salary	Rs. 15,000/- per month (no other allowances/benefits)
Last Date	2026-06-15 00:00:00
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