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📋 Vacancy Details — State-wise
| State/UT | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | GEN | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | 63 | 4 | 67 | 12 | 54 | 200 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 34 | 0 | 41 | 6 | 29 | 110 |
| Maharashtra | 9 | 12 | 25 | 6 | 33 | 85 |
| Delhi | 9 | 7 | 27 | 1 | 9 | 53 |
| Bihar | 8 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 13 | 35 |
| West Bengal | 8 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 10 | 35 |
| Kerala | 5 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 12 | 33 |
| Punjab | 7 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 24 |
| Odisha | 4 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 22 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 4 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 15 |
| Rajasthan | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 16 |
| Gujarat | 1 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 16 |
| Haryana | 4 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 5 | 16 |
| Pondicherry | 4 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 12 |
| Telangana | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Karnataka | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Other States/UTs | 12 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 34 | 60 |
| Total | 176 | 63 | 247 | 32 | 232 | 750 |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | 7 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (NAPS/NATS) | 20 July 2026 |
| Application Fee Payment (BEEP) | 7 July – 22 July 2026 |
| Online Examination (Tentative) | 2 August 2026 |
| Document Verification | To be announced |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Any Graduation in any discipline from a University recognized by Govt. of India
- Result must be declared on or before 31 July 2026
- Final year students can apply if result declared by 31 July 2026
- NATS candidates: Graduation result must be declared between 01 March 2022 and 31 July 2026
Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)
- Minimum: 20 years (DOB on or before 01 July 2006)
- Maximum: 28 years (DOB on or after 01 July 1998) — for General/EWS
- SC/ST: +5 years | OBC: +3 years | PwBD: +10 years
Other Conditions
- Must NOT have previously undergone Apprenticeship in IOB or any other organisation
- Must NOT have 1+ year of job experience after graduation
- Can apply for ONE state/UT only (preferably home state)
💰 Stipend
| Branch Category | Total Stipend | NATS Candidates (Bank pays) |
|---|---|---|
| Metro | ₹15,500/month | ₹9,350/month |
| Urban | ₹14,500/month | ₹8,350/month |
| Semi-Urban/Rural | ₹14,000/month | ₹7,850/month |
Note: NATS candidates receive ₹6,150 directly from Govt of India via DBT mode. Bank pays the balance.
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee + GST |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹200 + GST (18%) = ₹236 |
| General / OBC / EWS (Female) | ₹600 + GST (18%) = ₹708 |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹800 + GST (18%) = ₹944 |
⚠️ Fee is non-refundable under all circumstances. Pay on BEEP portal only: beep.bfsissc.com
📝 Selection Process
- Online Written Examination (Objective Type — 100 Questions, 100 Marks, 90 Minutes)
- General/Financial Awareness: 25 marks
- General English: 25 marks
- Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude: 25 marks
- Computer / Subject Knowledge: 25 marks
- Test of Local Language (for candidates who haven’t studied it in 10th/12th)
- Document Verification
- Personal Interaction (if called by Bank)
- Medical Fitness Examination
Exam conducted online from home using front camera enabled device. Minimum qualifying marks required (5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD).
📄 How to Apply — Step by Step
Step 1 — Register on NAPS or NATS Portal
- Trade Apprentices → NAPS: apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
- Graduate Apprentices → NATS: nats.education.gov.in
Step 2 — Apply on BEEP Portal
- Visit beep.bfsissc.com or bfsissc.com
- Search for “Indian Overseas Bank” apprenticeship opportunity
- Fill application form with NAPS/NATS enrolment number
- Pay application fee online
- Submit before 20 July 2026
- Save application acknowledgement
Also visit: www.iob.bank.in → Careers → Engagement of Apprentices FY 2026-27
📂 Documents Required
- ✅ NAPS/NATS portal printout with enrolment number
- ✅ DOB proof (Birth Certificate / Class X certificate)
- ✅ Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Voter ID / Driving Licence)
- ✅ All graduation mark sheets & degree/provisional certificate
- ✅ Caste certificate — SC/ST/OBC/EWS as applicable (OBC certificate dated after 01.04.2026)
- ✅ PwBD disability certificate (if applicable)
- ✅ Passport size photograph
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the last date for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A: 20 July 2026 for NAPS/NATS portal. Fee payment on BEEP portal closes 22 July 2026.
Q2: What qualification is required for IOB Apprentice?
A: Any Graduation from a recognised University. Result must be declared by 31 July 2026.
Q3: What is the stipend for IOB Bank Apprentice?
A: ₹14,000–15,500/month depending on branch location (Metro/Urban/Semi-Urban/Rural).
Q4: Is there a written exam?
A: Yes. 100-question online exam conducted from home. Tentative date: 2 August 2026.
Q5: Can I apply for multiple states?
A: No. You can apply for ONE state/UT only, preferably your home state.
Q6: What is the application fee for female candidates?
A: ₹708 (₹600 + 18% GST) for General/OBC/EWS female candidates. SC/ST/PwBD: ₹236.
Q7: Will IOB offer permanent employment after apprenticeship?
A: No. IOB has no obligation to offer regular employment after apprenticeship completion.