Punjab & Sind Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 635 Posts

Punjab & Sind Bank (PSB) has officially published a detailed notification for the engagement of 635 Apprentices across various states and Union Territories in India. The online application portal is now active, and interested, eligible candidates can submit their forms through the official bank portal and the NATS/NATPS apprentices networks.

The apprenticeship training period is fixed for one year. Candidates will receive a monthly stipend during their training period, and successful completion can give a competitive edge in future commercial banking recruitments.

PSB Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Important Schedule

Candidates are highly encouraged to register and apply online before the final deadline to avoid any server connectivity errors.

Event Highlight	Official Timelines
Notification Release Date	May 21, 2026
Online Registration Starts	May 21, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	June 21, 2026 (11:59 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment	June 21, 2026
Tentative Online Examination Date	July / August 2026

1. State-Wise Vacancy Break-Up

A total of 635 tentative vacancies are distributed across major states. Candidates can apply for vacancies in one state only and must be proficient in the local language of that state.

State / Union Territory	Total Openings	Local Language Proficiency Required
Punjab	280	Punjabi
Delhi	95	Hindi or Punjabi
Haryana	45	Hindi
Uttar Pradesh	50	Hindi
Madhya Pradesh	30	Hindi
Rajasthan	25	Hindi
Maharashtra	20	Marathi
West Bengal	25	Bengali
Other States & UTs	65	Respective Regional Languages
Total Vacancies	635

2. Complete Eligibility Criteria (As of May 1, 2026)

A. Educational Qualification

• Graduation Degree: A Graduation Degree (BA, BSc, BCom, BTech, etc.) in any discipline from a recognized University or Institute approved by the Government of India.
• Note: Candidates must possess their final graduation marksheets or degree certificate at the time of online registration.

B. Age Limits & Category Relaxations

• Age Range: Minimum 20 Years and Maximum 28 Years as of the cut-off date (May 1, 2026).
• Category-wise Upper Age Relaxation:
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
  • SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years
  • PwBD Candidates: 10 Years

3. Stipend and Training Duration

• Duration of Training: Exactly 12 Months (1 Year).
• Monthly Stipend: Apprenticed candidates will receive a fixed consolidated monthly stipend of ₹15,000 per month.
• Note: Apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances, medical benefits, or perks like regular bank employees during this training contract year.

4. Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection mechanism is designed to test general awareness and basic aptitudes.

Stage 1: Online Written Examination

The test will be conducted online and consists of objective, multiple-choice questions.

Section	Subject Details	Questions	Marks	Sectional Time
1	General Awareness & Financial Literacy	25	25	15 Minutes
2	Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation	25	25	15 Minutes
3	Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude	25	25	15 Minutes
4	General English	25	25	15 Minutes
Total		100	100	1 Hour

• Negative Marking: A penalty of 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

Stage 2: Local Language Test

• Candidates who clear the written test merit list will undergo a Local Language Test.
• If a candidate has studied the specified local language in 10th or 12th standard and can produce matching marksheets, they will be exempted from the separate local language test.

5. Step-by-Step Online Registration Process

1.Register on the Apprenticeship Portal:Apprentice Registry.

Before applying to the bank, candidates must create a profile on the official National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) or National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal to generate an Apprentice Registration Number.

2.Access PSB Careers Portal:Bank Gateway.

Go to the official bank domain at punjabandsindbank.co.in and click on the “Recruitment” tab link at the bottom of the home page.

3.Fill Personal and NATS Credentials:Data Ingestion.

Click on the link for “Engagement of Apprentices 2026-27”. Fill out the form fields with your personal details, academic percentages, and your mandatory Apprentice Registration ID.

4.Upload Photo, Signature & Castes:Document Upload.

Upload your passport photograph, signature image, and scanned certificates (Graduation degree and Category proof, if applicable) in the designated file sizes.

5.Application Fee and Confirmation:Final Gateway.

Pay the required fee via online net banking, debit/credit cards, or UPI. Review your application data, submit the form, and save a PDF printout copy for future document verification phases.

• Application Processing Fee:
  • General, EWS, and OBC Candidates: ₹200 + GST
  • SC, ST, and PwBD Candidates: ₹100 + GST

6. Essential Recruitment Links for aapkajobalert Readers

Resource Link Type	Direct URL Routing Destination
Apply Online Application Direct Link	Click Here
Download Official Notification PDF	PSB Apprentice 2026 Notification Download
Official Website	Click Here

7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is this a permanent job opening in Punjab & Sind Bank?

Ans: No. This is strictly a one-year apprenticeship contract under the Apprentices Act, 1961. It does not guarantee permanent employment or absorption into regular clerk or officer cadres within the bank after completion.

Q2: Can I apply for vacancies in a state other than my home state?

Ans: Yes, you can apply for any state. However, you can only apply for one single state, and you must know how to read, write, speak, and understand the specified local language of that selected state.

Q3: Will there be any interview round for selection?

Ans: No. The final merit list selection is completely based on the marks secured in the Online Written Examination, subject to clearing the Local Language Test