Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
The Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Apprentice posts, with a total of 750 vacancies. The online application started on 07 July 2026 and the last date to apply is 20 July 2026. Interested graduate candidates seeking bank apprenticeship should read the complete eligibility, selection process and important dates below before applying online.
| Organization |
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) |
| Post Name |
Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies |
750 Posts |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Category |
Banking / Apprentice Notification |
| Job Location |
All India (State-wise) |
Important Dates
| Application Start Date |
07 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
20 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
20 July 2026 |
| Online Test |
To Be Announced |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) |
₹ 944/- |
| General / OBC / EWS (Female) |
₹ 708/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD |
₹ 236/- |
| Payment Mode |
Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Wallet) |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the following educational qualification and age requirements as per the official IOB notification:
| Educational Qualification |
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university (local language proficiency required as per state). |
| Minimum Age |
20 Years |
| Maximum Age |
28 Years |
| Age as on |
01 July 2026 |
| Age Relaxation |
As per Government of India rules for reserved categories. |
Candidates should have proficiency in the local language of the state applied for. Read the official notification for state-wise vacancy distribution and exact eligibility.
Selection Process
- Online Written Test (Objective)
- Local Language Proficiency Test (as applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination (as applicable)
Exam Pattern
The IOB Apprentice recruitment involves an online objective test:
| General / Financial Awareness |
Objective (MCQ) |
| General English |
Objective (MCQ) |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude |
Objective (MCQ) |
| Computer Knowledge |
Objective (MCQ) |
| Local Language Test |
Qualifying |
Detailed Syllabus
| Section |
Topics Covered |
| General & Financial Awareness |
Current Affairs, Banking & Financial awareness, Static GK |
| General English |
Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Error Detection |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
Number System, Percentage, Ratio, Data Interpretation, Simplification |
| Reasoning |
Puzzles, Coding-Decoding, Series, Syllogism, Direction |
| Computer Knowledge |
Basics of computers, MS Office, Internet & banking software |
Pay Scale / Salary
Apprentices are paid a monthly stipend as per the Apprentices Act and IOB norms during the training period:
| Post |
Apprentice |
| Stipend |
As per Apprentices Act / IOB norms (state-wise) |
| Note |
Apprenticeship is a training engagement, not a permanent bank post. |
Completion of the IOB apprenticeship provides valuable banking experience and a recognized certificate, which can strengthen candidates’ profiles for future regular recruitment in banking and financial institutions.
Stay Updated with Cosmo Classes
Get the latest government job notifications, admit cards, results & free study material directly on WhatsApp.
Join WhatsApp Channel
Explore More on Cosmo Classes
