Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27
The Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 has attracted thousands of candidates across the country, with a massive 4,500 apprentice seats announced under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The online registration process has already been completed, and the online examination is tentatively scheduled for the first week of July 2026.
⚠️ REGISTRATION CLOSED: 22 June 2026 Online Exam Date: 1st Week of July 2026 (Tentative) Stipend: ₹15,000/- per month for 12 months Exam from your own home — no admit card, no travel needed Check updates at: https://centralbank.bank.in/en/recruitments and https://beep.bfsissc.com
For candidates who successfully registered, this is the right time to understand the exam pattern, important dates, stipend details, and selection process. The apprenticeship programme offers a monthly stipend of ₹15,000 for 12 months, making it one of the biggest banking apprenticeship opportunities of the year.
An important highlight of this recruitment is that the examination will be conducted online and can be taken from the candidate’s own home using a computer or laptop with internet connectivity, eliminating the need to travel to an examination centre.
With 103 training seats in Odisha and thousands of vacancies nationwide, candidates should now focus on preparation and keep checking official updates regarding the admit card, exam instructions, and result announcements.
Read the complete article below for the latest updates on Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27, including exam schedule, stipend, state-wise vacancies, eligibility, and selection process.
Let us break down everything you need to know — from the exam pattern to Odisha’s district-wise seat list — so you walk into July completely ready.
Central Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Central Bank of India — HCM (Recruitment & Promotion) Central Office |
| Programme | Engagement of Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Financial Year | 2026-27 |
| Total Training Seats | 4,500 |
| Registration Period | 12 June 2026 to 22 June 2026 (CLOSED) |
| Online Exam Date | 1st Week of July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Exam Mode | Online — from candidate’s own home/device |
| Stipend | ₹15,000/- per month |
| Training Duration | 12 months |
| Exam Body | BFSI SSC |
| Application Portal | https://beep.bfsissc.com |
| Bank Website | https://centralbank.bank.in/en/recruitments |
Total Vacancy — National Breakup
| Category | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | VI | HI | OH | ID | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All India | 701 | 393 | 1,049 | 454 | 1,903 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 4,500 |
⚠️ The number of vacancies is provisional and may vary according to actual requirement of the bank during the engagement process. Any change will be notified on the bank’s website.
Odisha — Complete Vacancy Breakup
Category-wise (Odisha)
| State | Total | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | VI | HI | OH | ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odisha | 103 | 16 | 23 | 12 | 10 | 42 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
District-wise (Odisha) — All 103 Seats
| District | Seats | District | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khurda | 18 | Sundargarh | 10 |
| Cuttack | 12 | Jajpur | 5 |
| Deogarh | 5 | Ganjam | 4 |
| Jagatsinghpur | 4 | Jharsuguda | 4 |
| Balangir | 3 | Keonjhar | 3 |
| Puri | 3 | Anugul | 2 |
| Balasore | 2 | Baleshwar | 2 |
| Bargarh | 2 | Bhadrak | 2 |
| Kendrapara | 2 | Nayagarh | 2 |
| Sambalpur | 2 | Bolangir | 1 |
| Boudh | 1 | Dhenkanal | 1 |
| Gajapati | 1 | Kalahandi | 1 |
| Kandhamal | 1 | Koraput | 1 |
| Malkangiri | 1 | Mayurbhanj | 1 |
| Nawapara | 1 | Nawrangpur | 1 |
| Nuapada | 1 | Rayagada | 1 |
| Sonepur | 1 |
💡 Important for Odisha candidates: You must be proficient in Odia for the Local Language Test. If you have studied Odia at 10th or 12th standard, you are exempted from this test. Carry your marksheet as proof.
Eligibility Recap
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Age — Minimum | 20 years as on 31.05.2026 |
| Age — Maximum | 28 years as on 31.05.2026 (UR/EWS) |
| Date of Birth Range | Not earlier than 31.05.1998 and not later than 31.05.2006 |
| Education | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university |
| Graduation Completion | Must have completed on or after 01.01.2022 |
| NATS Registration | Must be registered on https://nats.education.gov.in |
| Eligibility Cut-off | 31.05.2026 |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC — Non Creamy Layer | 3 years |
| PwBD — UR/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD — OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD — SC/ST | 15 years |
| Widows / Divorced / Legally Separated Women (not remarried) | Up to 35 yrs (General/EWS) / 38 yrs (OBC) / 40 yrs (SC/ST) |
Application Fee — Already Paid (For Reference)
| Category | Total Fee Paid (including GST @18%) |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC — Male | ₹944/- |
| General / EWS / OBC — Female | ₹708/- |
| SC / ST (Male/Female) | ₹236/- |
| PwBD (Any Category) | ₹236/- |
| Transgender (Any Category) | ₹236/- |
⚠️ Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Stipend and Benefits
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Monthly Stipend | ₹15,000/- per month |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Other Allowances | Not eligible for any other allowances |
| Transport / Hostel | No facility provided |
| Holidays | ✅ As observed in the bank |
| Casual Leave | ✅ One casual leave per month |
| Other Leave | No other leave applicable |
| Overtime | Not required or allowed |
⚠️ Apprentices are TRAINEES — not employees or workers of the bank. The bank has no obligation to offer regular employment after the 12-month training period.
Selection Process — Step by Step
Understanding the full selection flow helps you plan better. Here is exactly how it works:
Step 1 — Online Examination (Tentatively 1st Week of July 2026)
This is a 100-mark objective type online test conducted by BFSI SSC from your own home on your own device. No admit card. No travel. No exam centre.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 | English / Hindi |
| General English | 20 | 20 | English only |
| Central Bank of India Products & Services | 20 | 20 | English |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
Key points:
- ❌ No negative marking — attempt every single question
- Selection based on merit as per vacancies
- If two candidates score equal marks, the older candidate ranks higher
- Syllabus for “CBI Products & Services” will be shared on the bank’s website — check regularly
- Bank reserves the right to modify the exam structure
Step 2 — Local Language Test
- Conducted after qualifying the online exam
- Odisha candidates must be proficient in Odia
- This test is held at a centre decided by the bank — at candidate’s own expense (no reimbursement)
- Candidates who studied Odia at 10th or 12th standard are exempted
- Failing the language test may result in non-engagement even after clearing the online exam
Step 3 — Document Verification
Qualified candidates are called to the Central Bank of India Regional/Zonal Office with all original documents.
Step 4 — Medical Fitness
Engagement is subject to being declared medically fit by a qualified medical practitioner.
Step 5 — Digital Apprenticeship Contract
Finally selected candidates receive a digital apprenticeship contract through the NATS portal (https://nats.education.gov.in). The contract must be accepted within the given time. Training does not begin until the contract is formally accepted and approved.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Opened | 12 June 2026 |
| Online Registration Closed | 22 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Closed | 22 June 2026 |
| Online Examination (Tentative) | 1st Week of July 2026 |
| Language Test | After online exam — date not yet announced |
| Document Verification | After language test — date not yet announced |
Exam Preparation Tips — Section-wise
1. General / Financial Awareness — 20 Marks
Focus on current affairs of the last 6 months, banking and financial news, RBI policies, government schemes, budget highlights, and major economic developments. Read a good banking awareness book and follow financial news daily.
2. Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude — 20 Marks
Cover simplification, number series, percentage, profit and loss, time and work, basic puzzles, coding-decoding, blood relations, and direction sense. Practice daily — speed matters in 60 minutes.
3. Computer Knowledge — 20 Marks
Cover basics of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), internet and networking, input-output devices, operating systems, keyboard shortcuts, and basic hardware/software concepts. This is one of the easiest scoring sections — do not miss it.
4. General English — 20 Marks
Cover reading comprehension, fill in the blanks, error spotting, sentence rearrangement, and vocabulary. Note: this section is in English only — no Hindi option. Practice English grammar basics daily.
5. Central Bank of India Products & Services — 20 Marks
This section covers Central Bank of India’s savings and current account products, loan products, digital banking services, key schemes, interest rates, and major initiatives. The detailed syllabus will be published on https://centralbank.bank.in/en/recruitments — check and study from the official source.
💡 Golden tip: Since there is no negative marking, attempt all 100 questions. An educated guess is always better than leaving a question blank.
Documents to Keep Ready for Verification
When called for document verification, bring originals and self-attested photocopies of:
- ☑ System-generated printout of online application / NATS Enrolment form
- ☑ Date of Birth proof — Birth Certificate or 10th Certificate with DOB
- ☑ Government-issued photo ID — Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Voter ID
- ☑ All semester/year-wise marksheets from graduation
- ☑ Final Degree or Provisional Certificate from university
- ☑ Caste certificate — SC/ST/OBC/EWS — in prescribed Government of India format
- ☑ OBC certificate with Non-Creamy Layer clause — valid within one year as on language test date
- ☑ Income and Asset Certificate — EWS candidates — in prescribed GOI format
- ☑ Disability certificate from District Medical Board — PwBD candidates — in prescribed format
- ☑ CGPA to percentage conversion certificate from university — if grades given instead of percentage
- ☑ Any other document supporting eligibility as required by the bank
⚠️ OBC candidates — important: Your OBC certificate must specifically contain the Non-Creamy Layer clause and must be valid as on the date of the Language Test. Caste name must match the Central Government list exactly — letter by letter.
Key Rules You Must Know
- This is an apprenticeship training — NOT a job or permanent employment
- Apprentices have no right to claim regular employment in the bank after training
- The bank has no obligation to offer any job after the 12-month training period
- You cannot have previously done apprenticeship in Central Bank of India or any other organisation
- If you have one year or more of job experience after completing graduation — you are not eligible
- Ex-servicemen are not eligible for this apprenticeship — explicitly stated in the notification
- Apprentices are prohibited from joining or forming any union body
- The exam is from your own home — no travel, no centre, no admit card required
- The Language Test is conducted at your own expense — no reimbursement from the bank
- All legal disputes are subject to jurisdiction of Courts in Mumbai only
- Check https://beep.bfsissc.com and https://centralbank.bank.in/en/recruitments regularly for all updates
- Your registered email and mobile must remain active — all communications are via email/SMS/WhatsApp from BFSI SSC
- No separate intimation will be sent to non-shortlisted candidates
Important Links
| Online Form | Click Here |
| Registration Form | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| More Odisha Govt Jobs | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Is the Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026-27 a permanent government job?
No. This is a 12-month apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Apprentices are trainees — not bank employees. The bank has no obligation to offer regular employment after the training period ends. After completion you will be relieved from the work area.
Q2. When is the online exam for Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026-27?
The online exam is tentatively scheduled in the 1st week of July 2026. The exact date will be published on https://beep.bfsissc.com. Check the “My Applied Opportunities” section on beep.bfsissc.com for your exam date and time.
Q3. Do I need to go to an exam centre for the online test?
No. The exam is conducted from your own residence on your own device. No admit card is required and no hard copy intimation will be sent. You will get all updates on https://beep.bfsissc.com and via email or SMS.
Q4. Is there negative marking in the Central Bank of India Apprentice exam?
No. The official notification clearly states: “There will be no negative marks for wrong answers in the Objective tests.” Attempt all 100 questions without any hesitation.
Q5. How many seats are available in Odisha for Central Bank of India Apprentice 2026-27?
Odisha has a total of 103 training seats — including 42 UR, 23 ST, 16 SC, 12 OBC, 10 EWS and 4 PwD seats (1 VI, 1 HI, 1 OH, 1 ID). Khurda district has the highest seats at 18, followed by Cuttack at 12 and Sundargarh at 10.
Q6. What is the stipend for Central Bank of India Apprentice?
The monthly stipend is ₹15,000/- per month for the 12-month engagement period. No other allowances, transport, hostel or additional benefits are provided.
Q7. I studied Odia in school. Do I still need to appear for the Language Test?
No. If you have Odia as a subject in your 10th or 12th standard marksheet, you are exempted from the Language Test. Carry your marksheet showing Odia as a subject when called for verification.
Q8. What is the “CBI Products & Services” section in the exam?
This is a 20-mark section specifically about Central Bank of India’s own banking products, services, schemes, and key initiatives. The detailed syllabus will be published on the bank’s official website. Keep checking https://centralbank.bank.in/en/recruitments for this update before the exam.
Q9. Can I change my district or category after submitting the application?
No. The notification clearly states that no change in any data filled in the online application is permitted after submission. Category submitted at registration cannot be changed at any stage. Your details are final as submitted.
Q10. What happens after the 12-month training ends?
After completion of the apprenticeship, you may need to go through an assessment test and a certificate will be awarded as per prevailing guidelines. You will then be relieved from the work area. The bank has no obligation to employ you — but the 12-month banking experience and certificate add strong value to your career in the banking sector.