Canara Bank Recruitment 2025

Organization Details

• Organization Name (English): Canara Bank
• Organization Name (Hindi): केनरा बैंक
• Head Office: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Designation

• Designation (English): Graduate Apprentice
• Designation (Hindi): स्नातक प्रशिक्षु

Training Seats

Total number of training seats: 3500. Distribution across States/UTs and categories is as follows:

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India or equivalent. Graduation must have been obtained between 01.01.2022 and 01.09.2025.
• Age Limit: Minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years as on 01.09.2025. Candidate must have been born not earlier than 01.09.1997 and not later than 01.09.2005.

Age Relaxation

Reservation Details

Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates is as per Government of India guidelines and state-wise distribution.

• Total Seats: 3500
• SC: 557
• ST: 227
• OBC: 845
• EWS: 337
• Unreserved: 1534
• PwBD: 125 (across HI, OC, VI, ID categories)

Important Dates

• Start of registration on Apprenticeship portal: 22.09.2025 onwards
• Online registration period with Canara Bank: 23.09.2025 to 12.10.2025 (both days inclusive)

Stipend and Employment Terms

• Monthly Stipend: ₹15,000 (₹10,500 from Canara Bank, ₹4,500 from Govt. of India through DBT)
• Period of Apprenticeship: 12 months
• Nature of Engagement: Apprentices are not employees of Canara Bank and will not receive employee benefits.
• Certificate: Apprentices will receive a NATS joint certification upon completion.

Application Fees

• SC/ST/PwBD: NIL
• All Others: ₹500 (non-refundable including intimation charges)

Application Process

1. Register on Apprenticeship Portal (www.nats.education.gov.in) and obtain an enrollment number.
2. Apply online at Canara Bank website (www.canarabank.com) under Careers → Recruitment.
3. Upload scanned documents: photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration.
4. Pay application fees (if applicable) through online mode only.
5. Take a printout of the system generated application form and e-receipt for records.

Selection Process

• Merit list prepared state-wise based on marks in 12th Std (HSC/10+2) or Diploma.
• Minimum qualifying marks: 60% (General/EWS/UR), 55% (SC/ST/PwBD).
• Tie-breaking: Higher age preferred.
• Local language test during document verification (if not exempted).
• Medical fitness and document verification mandatory.

Other Terms and Conditions

• Apprentices entitled to 12 casual leaves per year (1 per month). No other leave applicable.
• Holidays as applicable to the branch where training is conducted.
• No overtime work unless approved by Apprenticeship Adviser.
• Conduct and discipline rules must be followed. Misconduct can lead to termination with notice.
• Bank has no obligation to provide regular employment after apprenticeship.
• All disputes subject to Bengaluru jurisdiction.

Documents Required at the Time of Engagement

• Printout of online application form.
• Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or 10th Certificate).
• Identity proof (Passport, Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Driving License).
• Educational mark sheets and certificates (SSC onwards).
• Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
• EWS Income & Asset Certificate.
• Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates).
• Certificate for 1984 riot-affected persons (if applicable).

General Instructions

• Candidates must carefully fill online applications; incomplete or incorrect details will lead to rejection.
• Applications must be submitted only online; no other mode accepted.
• Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate.
• Bank may cancel or modify the recruitment process at any stage.
• Candidates must appear for selection process at their own cost.
• All communication will be made through registered email and mobile number.
• In case of disputes, English version of the notification will prevail.

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Click here
• Official Website: www.canarabank.com