Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 4500 Vacancies

The Central Bank of India has officially released the Apprentice Recruitment Notification for FY 2025-26, inviting applications for 4500 apprentice posts across the country under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a great opportunity for graduates seeking training and hands-on experience in the banking sector.

Central Bank of India Apprentice 2025 – Overview

• Organization: Central Bank of India

• Post Name: Apprentice

• Total Vacancies: 4500

• Duration of Apprenticeship: 12 months

• Job Location: Across India (District-wise allocation)

• Application Mode: Online

• Official Website: centralbankofindia.co.in

• Online Registration Start Date: 7 June 2025

• Online Registration Last Date: 23 June 2025

• Tentative Online Exam Date: 1st week of July 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on 31.05.2025)

• Minimum Age: 20 years

• Maximum Age: 28 years

• Age Relaxation:

  • SC/ST: 5 years

  • OBC (NCL): 3 years

  • PwBD: Up to 15 years depending on category

Educational Qualification

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.

• Must have completed graduation on or after 01.01.2021.

• Must be registered on the NATS portal (https://nats.education.gov.in).

Selection Process

1. Online Written Exam:
   The test includes 100 objective-type questions covering:

   • Quantitative Aptitude

   • Logical Reasoning

   • Computer Knowledge

   • English Language

   • Basic Retail, Asset, Investment & Insurance Products
     (Duration: 60 minutes, No negative marking)

2. Local Language Test:
   Candidates should be proficient in the local language of their applied district/state.

3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test

Stipend

• ₹15,000/- per month for the 12-month apprenticeship period.

• No additional benefits or allowances are applicable.

Application Fee

How to Apply

1. Register on NATS Portal and obtain a valid Enrollment ID.

2. Visit the Central Bank of India website: centralbankofindia.co.in.

3. Navigate to Careers > Current Opportunities.

4. Fill out the Apprentice application form and make the required fee payment.

5. Take a printout of the completed form for future reference.

Important Instructions

• A candidate can apply for only one district/state.

• Candidates with prior job/training experience of one year or more are not eligible.

• Apprentices will not be considered employees of the bank and have no claim for permanent employment after the training period.

• Must be medically fit as per bank norms.

District & Category-Wise Vacancies

• Vacancies are spread across all Indian states and union territories.

• Distribution includes SC, ST, OBC, EWS, UR, and PwBD categories.

Refer to the official notification for the detailed list of vacancies per state and district.

Important Link

Official Notification	Click Here
Apply Online	Click Here

Conclusion

The Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2025 is a promising opportunity for fresh graduates to gain structured on-the-job training in a reputed public sector bank. With 4500 openings across India, candidates are advised to register early and start their preparation for the online test.