The online application process started on 7th July 2026, and the last date to submit the application is 20th July 2026. Interested candidates should check the eligibility criteria, vacancy details, age limit, selection process, stipend, application fee, and important dates before applying.

Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Vacancy 2026

• Post Name: Apprentice
• Total Posts: 750
• Organization: Indian Overseas Bank (IOB)

State-wise Vacancy Details

Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Stipend

Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend based on the branch category.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institute on or before 31st July 2026.

Local Language Requirement

Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and understand one of the local languages of the state for which they are applying.

Candidates who have studied the local language in Class 10 or Class 12 are exempted from the Local Language Test.

Age Limit

As on 1st July 2026:

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 28 Years

Age Relaxation

Training Duration

The apprenticeship training period will be 1 year.

Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of the following stages:

1. Online Written Examination

• Exam Duration: 90 Minutes
• Type: Objective

2. Local Language Test

Candidates qualifying the online examination must clear the Local Language Test during document verification unless exempted through Class 10 or 12 language certificates.

Application Fee

How to Apply for Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Scroll down to the Important Web Links section.
2. Click on the Online Application Form link.
3. Complete the registration process.
4. Fill in all personal and educational details carefully.
5. Upload the required documents.
6. Pay the application fee according to your category.
7. Submit the application form.
8. Download and print the submitted application for future reference.

Important: Before applying, candidates must register on either:

• NATS Portal
• NAPS (Apprenticeship India) Portal

Registration on one of these portals is mandatory before submitting the online application.

Important Dates

Important Web Links

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are available in Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Answer: A total of 750 Apprentice vacancies have been announced.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Answer: The last date to submit the online application is 20th July 2026.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required?

Answer: Candidates must have a Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

Q4. What is the age limit for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

Answer: Candidates must be 20 to 28 years as on 1st July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.

Q5. What is the monthly stipend for apprentices?

Answer: Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend ranging from ₹14,000 to ₹15,500, depending on the branch category.

Q6. What is the selection process?

Answer: Selection is based on an Online Written Examination followed by a Local Language Test.

Q7. Is registration on the NATS or NAPS portal mandatory?

Answer: Yes. Candidates must register on either the NATS or NAPS portal before applying online.

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Indian Overseas Bank Recruitment 2025 – Overview

Post Details & Vacancy Breakup

Indian Overseas Bank SO Salary

Eligibility Criteria for Indian Overseas Bank Recruitment

Age Limit

Age limit for each post will be as per the official notification.

Age Relaxation

Educational Qualification

Educational qualifications vary post-wise. Candidates must check the official notification for eligibility.

Application Fee

How to Apply for Indian Overseas Bank Recruitment 2025?

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online by following the steps below:

1. Scroll down and go to the Important Web-Links section.
2. Click on “Online Application Form”.
3. Fill in your personal & educational details carefully.
4. Upload necessary documents as required.
5. Pay the application fee based on your category.
6. Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.

Important Dates for Indian Overseas Bank Recruitment 2025

Important Web-Links for Indian Overseas Bank Recruitment 2025

FAQs – Indian Overseas Bank Recruitment 2025

IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Overview:

Post Name: Apprentice
Total Openings: 750

Category-wise Breakup:

SC: 169
ST: 61
OBC: 272
EWS: 32
UR: 216

👉 Out of these, 4 posts are available for Assam.

Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Salary / Stipend

The selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend depending on the place of posting:
Metro Areas – ₹15,000/-
Urban Areas – ₹12,000/-

Semi-Urban / Rural Areas – ₹10,000/-

💡 Please note: Apprentices will not be entitled to any other allowances or benefits.

IOB Apprentice 2025 Recruitment – Qualification & Eligibility Details:

Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025)
Minimum: 20 years
Maximum: 28 years

Date of Birth should fall between 01.08.1997 and 01.08.2005 (both dates inclusive).

Relaxation in Upper Age Limit:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC/MOBC: 3 years
PwBD: 10 years

Educational Qualification:

Candidate must be a Graduate from a recognized University/Institute.
Graduation result should have been declared between 01.04.2021 and 01.08.2025.
Must be registered under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS).

Application Fee
Category Fee (₹)
PwBD 472/-
Female / SC / ST 708/-
GEN / OBC / EWS 944/-

Application Guidelines for Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025:

Eligible candidates can apply through the official IOB Recruitment Portal.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1.Scroll down to the Important Web-Links section.
2.Click on the link for “Online Application Form.
3.Fill in your personal and academic details carefully.
4.Upload scanned copies of required documents.
5.Pay the application fee according to your category.
6.Submit the application form online and keep a printed copy for future reference

Important Dates – IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2025:

Opening Date for Online Applications: 10th August 2025
Closing Date for Online Applications: 20th August 2025

Tentative Exam Date: 24th August 2025

Important Web-Links – Indian Overseas Bank Recruitment:

FAQs – Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025:

Q1. How many apprentice vacancies are released by Indian Overseas Bank in 2025?
A total of 750 apprentice posts have been announced.

Q2. How many apprentice posts are available for Assam?
There are 4 apprentice positions for Assam.

Q3. What is the last date to apply for Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
The last date for online submission is 20th August 2025.

Q4. What is the monthly stipend for apprentices?
Metro: ₹15,000
Urban: ₹12,000
Semi-Urban / Rural: ₹10,000

Q5. What is the exam date for Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
The tentative exam date is 24th August 2025.

Q6. Is there any application fee?
The fee structure is as follows – ₹944 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹708 for SC/ST/Female applicants, and ₹472 for PwBD candidates.