IOB Apprentice Notification 2026

Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt No.: HRDD/APPR/01/2026-27) for the engagement of 750 Apprentice vacancies under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the Financial Year 2026-27. This nationwide drive presents a massive career opportunity for fresh graduates looking to build a secure foundation in the public banking sector.

The online application process has officially launched today, 7 July 2026. Eligible and interested candidates can complete their online registration via the designated portal before the closing date on 20 July 2026. Check below for exhaustive details on IOB Apprentice eligibility criteria, category-wise application fees, state-wise distribution, exam dates, and preparation syllabus.

IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview

Organization Name: Indian Overseas Bank (IOB)
Post Name: Apprentice
Total Vacancies: 750 Posts
Advertisement Number: HRDD/APPR/01/2026-27
Training Duration: 1 Year
Mode of Application: Online (via NAPS / NATS / BEEP Portals)

Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must hold a Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or possess any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. The final results must be declared on or before 31 July 2026.

Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026):

Minimum 20 years and Maximum 28 years. Candidates must have been born between 01.07.1998 and 01.07.2006 (both dates inclusive).

Application Fee

Once the IOB Apprentice application process is complete, candidates need to pay IOB Apprentice Application Fee. Candidates can submit their application fee through credit card/debit card or UPI after filling the application forms. Check the category wise application fee from the table below.

General/OBC/EWS (Female) ₹708 (₹600 + 18% GST)
General/OBC/EWS (Male) ₹944 (₹800 + 18% GST)
SC/ST/PwBD ₹236 (₹200 + 18% GST)

IOB Apprentice Selection Process 2026

Selection will be made based on an Online Examination followed by Interview. Candidates qualifying in the Online Examination would be called for personal Interview. Merely satisfying the eligibility norms do not entitle a candidate to be called for Online Examination or Interview.

How to Apply for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

The steps to apply online for the IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 are given below. These steps will help the candidates to apply for the vacancy easily on the official website.

Register on National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) or National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS)
Now Keep your NAPS/NATS Enrollment Number carefully.
Visit the BFSI SSC Apprentice Portal.
Now, click on the IOB Apprenticeship Program 2026-27
Now Register online by filling all your personal details like phone number, date of birth etc.
After registering, login to fill your application form.
Fill all the details in the application form correctly.
Upload a scanned copy of your signature and passport size photograph.
Pay the application fee through UPI/Debit Card or Credit Card.
Click on the submit button to submit your application forms successfully.