Overview
Indian Overseas Bank has announced recruitment of 750 apprentices for the 2026‑27 cycle under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Applicants must be Indian citizens with a graduation degree, aged 20‑28 (with relaxations), and pay a fee of Rs.236‑944 depending on category. The selection involves an online written exam, local language test, and personal interaction. Stipends vary by branch category. Applications open 7 July 2026 and close 20 July 2026, with the exam tentatively on 2 August 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Overseas Bank (IOB)
- Qualification
- Graduation (Degree) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India or equivalent; result declared on or before 31.07.2026.
- Vacancies
- 750
Important Dates
| application_start | 07.07.2026 |
| application_last | 20.07.2026 |
| application_fee_start | 07.07.2026 |
| application_fee_end | 22.07.2026 |
| online_exam_date | 02.08.2026 |
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Vacancy Details
Andaman and Nicobar Islands: 1; Andhra Pradesh: 15; Arunachal Pradesh: 1; Assam: 4; Bihar: 35; Chandigarh: 4; Chhattisgarh: 10; Daman and Diu: 1; Delhi: 53; Dadra and Nagar Haveli: 0; Gujarat: 16; Goa: 1; Himachal Pradesh: 1; Haryana: 16; Jammu and Kashmir: 2; Jharkhand: 8; Karnataka: 6; Kerala: 33; Lakshadweep: 0; Manipur: 4; Meghalaya: 2; Maharashtra: 85; Mizoram: 2; Madhya Pradesh: 12; Nagaland: 1; Odisha: 22; Punjab: 24; Pondicherry: 12; Rajasthan: 16; Sikkim: 2; Telangana: 6; Tamil Nadu: 200; Tripura: 2; Uttarakhand: 8; Uttar Pradesh: 110; West Bengal: 35
Selection Process
Online written examination (100 marks, 90 minutes), local language test (if applicable), and personal interaction (if decided).
How to Apply
Register on the NATS portal (https://nats.education.gov.in) or the NAPS portal (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) before applying., Visit the 'Career Opportunities' page on BFSI SSC or BEEP portal., For NATS‑registered candidates, log in at https://nats.education.gov.in/student_type.php and apply under 'Apply against advertised vacancies' for Indian Overseas Bank., For NAPS‑registered candidates, visit https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in/apprenticeship/opportunity, search 'Indian Overseas Bank', click 'View', then 'Apply for this Opportunity'., Provide the NATS/NAPS enrolment number while filling the online application form., Apply for engagement from only one State/UT, preferably the home State/UT., Pay the application fee/intimation charges online between 07.07.2026 and 22.07.2026 via the BEEP portal., Submit the application; withdrawals or refunds are not allowed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Indian Overseas Bank IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 750 Posts?
application start: 07.07.2026; application last: 20.07.2026; application fee start: 07.07.2026; application fee end: 22.07.2026; online exam date: 02.08.2026
What is the application fee?
SC/ST/PwBD: 236; GEN/OBC/EWS (Female): 708; GEN/OBC/EWS (Male): 944
What is the age limit?
Minimum 20 years, maximum 28 years as of 01.07.2026 for General/EWS; NAPS candidates must be under 34 years. Age relaxations: SC/ST +5 years, OBC +3 years, PwBD +10 years.
What is the selection process?
Online written examination (100 marks, 90 minutes), local language test (if applicable), and personal interaction (if decided).