Punjab National Bank Apprentice Exam Date 2026 (5138 Vacancies)

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has announced 5138 vacancies for Apprentice posts through HRD/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2025-26. As the registration process is now closed, the applied candidates have to appear for the online examination, which is expected to be held in March 2026. The exact date and schedule will be released soon at https://bfsissc.com/apprentice-pnb26.php. Candidates must check the complete details for the recruitment from the article.

Punjab National Bank Apprentice Notification 2026 PDF

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has officially released the PNB Apprentice Notification 2026 PDF for the recruitment of Apprentices posts. Interested candidates can also download the official notification from the direct link shared here and check all details regarding the recruitment drive.

PNB Apprentice Notification 2026 PDF – Click to Download

PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026-Highlights

The apprenticeship program by Punjab National Bank (PNB) offers young graduates an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on banking experience, along with a monthly stipend that varies by Rural / Semi-Urban / Urban Branches and Metro branches.

PNB Apprentice Exam Date 2026

As of now, the exact date for PNB Apprentice Exam is not announced, but expected to be released soon at https://bfsissc.com/apprentice-pnb26.php. As mentioned in the official notification, the exam is to be held in March 2026 across various exam centres in the country.

PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

The online registration process for PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is going to end on 24th February 2026. As mentioned in the notification, the exam will be conducted in 1st week of March 2026.

Punjab National Bank Apprentice Vacancy 2026

A total of 5138 apprenticeship seats have been announced across multiple states, circles, and categories. The vacancies include reservations for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, UR, and PwBD candidates as per Government of India norms.

Punjab National Bank Apprentice Selection Process

The selection of the candidates for Apprentice posts will be based on an Online Written Test, a Test of local language, and a Medical Exam. The final selection of the candidates will be based on qualifying in a written test, a test of the local language, a medical examination, and verification of eligibility for the post.

Stage 1 – Online Written Test

Stage 2 – Test of Local Language

Stage 3 – Medical/ Document Verification Process

PNB Apprentice Exam Pattern 2026

The computer-based test consists of 4 subjects (General/ Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude, and Computer Knowledge) with 25 questions from each subject. The duration of the exam is 60 minutes (1 hour), and there is no sectional timing. The medium of the exam will be English and Hindi (except General English).

PNB Apprentice Syllabus & Exam Pattern- Click to Check

PNB Apprentice State-wise Local Language Applicable List

Candidates can check the State-wise Local Language Applicable from the table below.

PNB Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026

All aspiring candidates must be aware of the minimum required eligibility to apply online for PNB Recruitment 2026. Candidates’ eligibility in terms of educational qualification and age limit is as follows:

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have completed graduation from a recognised institution, Institute/ College/ University, recognised/ approved by the Govt bodies/ AICTE/ UGC

Age Limit (01/01/2026)

The candidates’ minimum age should not be less than 20 years, and the maximum age should not be more than 28 years.

Age Relaxation

PNB Apprentice Salary Structure

As mentioned in the official notification, the PNB apprentices will receive Rs. 12,300 per month for rural, semi-urban, and urban branches and Rs. 15,000 per month for metro branches.

PNB Apprenticeship Duration

PNB Apprentice Job Profile

The PNB Apprentice Job Profile focuses on learning and gaining practical exposure in various banking operations. Candidates will work as trainees and not as regular or contractual employees.

• Apprentices will assist in day-to-day branch activities and customer service.
• The role is purely training-based and does not offer any employee benefits or allowances.
• They will learn about bank operations, documentation, and financial services.
• Assisting customers with account opening, KYC updates, and basic queries
• Encouraging customers to use net banking, mobile banking, and ATM services, and assisting customers in digital transactions.
• Maintain customer records and help promote banking products and services.
• Work under senior officials to understand compliance, reporting, and back-office activities.

Punjab National Bank Apprentice Application Fee 2026

PNB Apprentice Application Fee will be paid online via Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, and UPI. Once the fee is paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

How to Apply for Punjab National Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must keep handy the documents, including their Aadhaar card, a valid personal email ID (will be required to activate account and Login), Mobile number, passport-size photograph, and Qualifying Degree / Provisional Certificate while submitting the application forms. The step-by-step process to apply online for PNB Recruitment is as follows:

1. Visit the official website of the Punjab National Bank i.e., www.pnbindia.in.
2. Navigate to the ‘Career/Recruitment’ section at the bottom of the homepage and find the ‘Recruitment For 5138 Posts Of Apprentices’.
3. Now, click on the Apply Online link available on the webpage and then click for new registration.
4. Complete the registration form by entering the required information, such as name, contact details, etc.
5. Upload all the required documents in the appropriate size and format as prescribed.
6. Carefully review the form and ensure that all of the information provided is correct, and save it.
7. Once completed, pay the application fees and submit the online form.
8. Now, download the PNB Apprentice application form for future reference.