Punjab National Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released an official notification for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The bank invites online applications from eligible candidates to fill 5138 vacancies across various states and circles.
Interested candidates must apply through the official portal, www.pnb.bank.in or bfsissc.com. Furthermore, the online registration process begins on February 8, 2026, and concludes on February 24, 2026.
PNB Recruitment 2026
| Organization | Punjab National Bank |
| Total Vacancies | 5138 |
| Last Date to Apply | February 24, 2026 |
| Type of Job | Apprentices |
| Official Website | www.pnb.bank.in / bfsissc.com |
This recruitment offers a great opportunity for graduates to gain practical training in the banking sector. The selection process includes an online written test and a local language test. Below, you will find detailed tables regarding the age limit, relaxation norms, and important links.
Vacancy & Salary Details
- Metro Branches: ₹ 15,000 per month
- Total Seats: 5138
- Stipend: Rural/Semi-Urban/Urban Branches: ₹ 12,300 per month
Age Limit Details
The age criteria for candidates as of January 1, 2026, are as follows:
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
| Cut-off Date | 01.01.2026 |
| Birth Date Range | Candidates must be born between 02.01.1998 and 01.01.2006 (inclusive). |
Age Relaxation
Upper age relaxation is available for specific categories as per Government of India guidelines:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 05 Years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer) | 03 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | 10 Years |
| Widows / Divorced Women (Not Remarried) | Age concession up to 35 years for General/EWS, 38 years for OBC, and 40 years for SC/ST. |
Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
| Minimum Qualification | – A Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized University/Institute . – The result must have been declared on or before 31.12.2025. |
| Local Language | – Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in the local language of the State/UT they are applying for. |
Important Dates
| Online Registration Start Date | February 8, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | February 24, 2026 |
| Online Examination Date (Tentative) | 1st Week of March 2026 |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Link to Apply Online | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp | Click Here |
| Itanagar Smart City Home | Click Here |