Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – 391 Seats in Tamil Nadu

Canara Bank apprentice recruitment 2026 is open for graduates in Tamil Nadu. The bank has announced 3,500 Graduate Apprentice seats across India. Tamil Nadu gets 391 of them.

This is a one-year training programme under the Apprentices Act, 1961. It is not a permanent bank job. Even so, it gives fresh graduates real branch experience and a monthly stipend of Rs. 16,650.

The online window runs from 1 October to 17 October 2026. Read the full details below before you apply.

Canara Bank Apprentice Vacancy at a Glance

About Canara Bank

Canara Bank is a large public sector bank. Its head office is in Bengaluru. The bank says it has more than 10,000 branches and a presence abroad.

For this programme, the bank will place apprentices in selected branches. The training follows the clerical-cadre working hours of the bank.

Seats in Tamil Nadu

The notification lists 391 training seats for Tamil Nadu. The local language for the state is Tamil. The seat split is given below.

• SC: 74 seats
• ST: 3 seats
• OBC: 105 seats
• EWS: 39 seats
• Unreserved: 170 seats

Seats for persons with benchmark disabilities are reserved within the total. The bank also says the seat numbers may change with its needs.

You can choose only one state. You can rank the districts of that state in order of preference. The bank decides the final district based on need.

Eligibility for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Qualification

You need a degree in any discipline. The university must be recognised by the Government of India. You must have passed between 01.01.2023 and 01.09.2026.

Age limit

You must be at least 20 and at most 28 years old on 01.09.2026. That means you were born between 02.09.1998 and 01.09.2006.

• SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
• OBC (non-creamy layer): 3 years relaxation
• PwBD: 10 years relaxation
• Widows, divorced and separated women who have not remarried: up to 35 years (General/EWS), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST)

Who cannot apply

• Anyone who has done apprenticeship training before, or is doing it now
• Anyone with one or more years of training or job experience after graduating
• Ex-servicemen, because there is no apprentice quota for them

Stipend and Training Terms

The monthly stipend is Rs. 16,650. The bank pays Rs. 10,500 every month. The Government of India adds Rs. 6,150 through direct bank transfer.

Apprentices are not bank employees. They get no other allowances. PF, ESI and bonus do not apply. The bank has no duty to offer a job after training.

Apprentices get one casual leave after each completed month. The yearly limit is 12 days. Overtime needs approval from the Apprenticeship Adviser.

Selection Process

There is no written exam. The bank prepares a state-wise merit list. It uses your marks in Class 12 or your diploma, in descending order.

The minimum is 60% marks. For SC, ST and PwBD candidates, it is 55%. Decimals are ignored, so 59.99% counts as below 60%. If two candidates tie, the older one ranks higher.

Shortlisted candidates face document verification. The local language test happens at the same time. You skip the Tamil test if your Class 10 or 12 certificate shows you studied Tamil. A medical fitness check follows.

How to Apply

1. Register on the apprenticeship portal, nats.education.gov.in. Complete 100% of your profile. Note your enrolment ID.
2. Open the bank’s careers page at canarabank.bank.in. Go to Careers, then Recruitment.
3. Select “Engagement of Graduate Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961 for FY 2026-27”.
4. Click new registration. Enter your details and your NATS enrolment ID.
5. Upload your photo, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration.
6. Pay the fee online, if it applies to you. Take a printout of the form and the e-receipt.

No other mode of application is accepted. Apply before the last date, because websites often slow down on closing day.

Documents and Upload Specifications

Keep these ready before you start.

• Photo: 4.5 cm × 3.5 cm, colour, JPG, 20 to 50 KB
• Signature: JPG, 10 to 20 KB, not in capital letters
• Left thumb impression: JPG, 20 to 50 KB
• Handwritten declaration: in English, JPG, 50 to 100 KB, not in capital letters

The declaration reads: “I, (name), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.” Write it yourself. A declaration written by someone else makes the application invalid.

At engagement, carry originals and self-attested copies. These include the application printout, proof of birth date, a photo ID, all mark sheets from SSLC onwards, and category certificates if you claim reservation.

Important Instructions for Applicants

• Spell your name exactly as on your SSLC mark sheet.
• You cannot edit the form after final submit.
• Use a personal email ID and mobile number that stay active.
• Submit only one application. Only the latest valid one counts.
• The fee is paid only through the official online form. Do not pay anyone else for a seat.
• Canvassing for a seat leads to disqualification.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Tamil Nadu seats are there in Canara Bank apprentice recruitment 2026?

The notification lists 391 seats for Tamil Nadu out of 3,500 in India.

Is this a permanent bank job?

No. It is a 12-month apprenticeship. The bank is not bound to give you a job afterwards.

Is there a written exam?

No. Selection is by merit, based on Class 12 or diploma marks, followed by document verification.

What is the application fee?

It is Rs. 500 for most candidates. SC, ST and PwBD candidates pay nothing.

Do I need to know Tamil?

Yes, for Tamil Nadu seats. You are exempt from the test if your school certificate shows Tamil as a subject.

What is the official contact?

The notice gives no phone number or email. Follow updates on the bank’s website.

Final Words

If you graduated recently and meet the age rule, this is a useful first step into banking. Register on NATS today, because the bank only accepts applications with a complete NATS profile.

Official source: Canara Bank careers page. Direct apply: use the Graduate Apprentice FY 2026-27 link under Careers, then Recruitment.

See more openings in our latest government jobs list, or browse fresher jobs in Tamil Nadu.