PNB Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025–26 for 5138 Vacancies

PNB Apprenticeship 2025–26: Explore state-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection steps, and online application guide.

📢 Punjab National Bank Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025‑26 – Apply Online for 5138 Seats

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has announced recruitment for Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2025‑26. With 5138 seats across India, this is a major opportunity for graduates to gain banking experience.

🔑 Key Highlights

Total Seats: 5138
Online Registration: 08 February 2026
Last Date to Apply: 24 February 2026
Exam Date: Tentatively 1st week of March 2026
Eligibility Cut‑off Date: 01 January 2026
Application Mode: Online only via PNB Recruitment Portal (pnb.bank.in in Bing) (bing.com in Bing) or BFSI SSC

👤 Eligibility Criteria

Age: 20–28 years (UR/EWS), relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Widows & Divorced Women as per Govt. rules.
Education: Graduate degree in any discipline (declared on/before 31 Dec 2025).
Language: Must be proficient in the local language of the State/UT applied for.

📚 Training Details

Duration: 12 months (1 year)

2 weeks Basic Training
50 weeks On‑the‑Job Training

📊 Vacancy Breakdown (Selected States)

State/UT	Circle	Total Seats	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	UR
Delhi	East Delhi	104	16	4	28	10	46
Bihar	Patna	58	1	1	1	6	49
Punjab	Amritsar	56	16	0	12	6	22
Maharashtra	Mumbai City	40	4	4	11	4	17
Andhra Pradesh	Vijayawada	30	5	2	3	3	17
Chandigarh	Chandigarh	58	10	0	16	1	31

👉 Chandigarh contributes 58 seats to the total, with majority in the Unreserved category (31).

📝 Selection Process

PNB will follow a multi‑stage selection process:

Online Written Examination

Tentatively in the 1st week of March 2026.
Objective‑type test covering:

General Awareness
Quantitative Aptitude
Reasoning Ability
English Language
Banking & Financial Awareness

Test of Local Language

Candidates must demonstrate proficiency (reading, writing, speaking, understanding) in the local language of the State/UT applied for.

Medical Examination

Final selection subject to medical fitness as per bank standards.

📝 How to Apply

Visit PNB Recruitment Page https://pnb.bank.in/Home.aspx
Read PDF Notification
Register online and fill the application form.
Upload required documents (mark sheets, certificates, caste/disability certificate if applicable).
Submit before 24 February 2026.
No hard copy submission required.

⚠️ Important Notes

Age relaxation benefits are cumulative only with one other category.
Candidates must produce valid certificates in prescribed format.
OBC candidates must have a non‑creamy layer certificate.
Applications without proper documentation may be rejected.

📌 Conclusion

PNB Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025‑26 offers 5138 seats across India, including 58 seats in Chandigarh. With the exam scheduled in March 2026, aspirants should apply early, prepare for the online test, and ensure proficiency in the local language.