🔔 Overview
Bank of India, a leading Public Sector Bank with its Head Office in Mumbai, has invited online applications for the engagement of Apprentice Trainees under Project No. 2025–26/02.
Recruitment Highlights
| 📋 Particulars | 📄 Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | Engagement of Apprentices (Project No. 2025–26/02) |
| Organization | Bank of India (BOI) |
| Total Posts | 400 |
| Head Office | Mumbai |
| Application Mode | Online (via NATS Portal) |
| Engagement Type | Apprentice Trainee |
| Official Website | https://bankofindia.bank.in/ |
This apprenticeship is not a job and does not guarantee employment after completion of training.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 25 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 January 2026 |
| Relevant Date for Age & Qualification | 01 December 2025 |
| Tentative Online Exam Date | To be notified separately |
📌 Eligibility Criteria
🔹 Nationality
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Candidate must be a Citizen of India
🔹 Age Limit (as on 01.12.2025)
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| 20 Years | 28 Years |
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Candidate must be born between 02.12.1997 and 01.12.2005 (both inclusive)
🔹 Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 Years |
🔹 Educational Qualification
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Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university
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Graduation must be completed between 01.04.2021 and 01.12.2025
🔹 Other Eligibility Conditions
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Candidate must be registered on NATS portal and possess a valid Enrolment ID
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Candidate must not have undergone apprenticeship earlier
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Candidates with one year or more job/training experience after graduation are not eligible
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Only one State and one Zone can be selected
📊 Vacancy Details
🔹 Total Training Seats: 400
Vacancies are distributed State-wise, Zone-wise and Category-wise.
| Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| SC | 49 |
| ST | 43 |
| OBC | 78 |
| EWS | 35 |
| General | 195 |
| Total | 400 |
🔹 Seats are also reserved for PwBD categories (HI, OC, VI, ID)
🔹 Vacancies are provisional and may change as per bank requirements
💰 Pay Scale / Stipend
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Total Monthly Stipend: ₹13,000
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Bank Contribution: ₹8,500 per month
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Government of India Support: ₹4,500 per month (via DBT)
⚠️ No other allowances or benefits are applicable.
📚 Exam Scheme / Selection Process
🔹 Stage 1: Online Written Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
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Duration: 90 Minutes
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English test is qualifying in nature
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Question paper (except English) will be bilingual (Hindi & English)
🔹 Stage 2: Local Language Test
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Candidates must be proficient in one local language of the selected State
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Candidates who studied the local language in 10th or 12th are exempted
🔹 Final Selection
Final selection will be based on:
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Online Exam Marks
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Local Language Test Qualification
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Document Verification
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Medical Fitness
Merit list will be prepared State-wise and Category-wise.
📝 Application Process (Step-by-Step)
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Visit the NATS portal and register as a student
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Obtain NATS Enrolment ID
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Apply for “Apprenticeship with Bank of India” on NATS
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Receive email from BFSI SSC to complete final application
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Fill application-cum-examination fee form
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Pay application fee online
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Save application form and acknowledgement number
📌 Applications submitted only through NATS portal will be accepted.
💵 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| PwBD | ₹400 + GST |
| SC / ST / All Women | ₹600 + GST |
| All Other Candidates | ₹800 + GST |
⚠️ Fees once paid are non-refundable.
📌 Key Instructions for Candidates
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Apprenticeship duration is one year only
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Apprentices are not employees of Bank of India
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No claim for permanent employment after training
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Multiple applications will lead to rejection
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Candidates must appear for exam using camera-enabled device
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Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification
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Bank reserves the right to modify or cancel the process
✅ Final Words
The Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2025–26 is an excellent opportunity for graduates to gain real-world banking exposure with a reputed public sector bank. Candidates should apply carefully, meet eligibility conditions strictly, and prepare well for the online examination.