Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has released the official notification for Apprentice Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. HRDD/APPR/01/2026–27. A total of 750 Apprentice vacancies are available across various states in India.

Graduates who wish to begin their banking career can apply online from 07 July 2026 to 20 July 2026. The online examination is scheduled to be held on 02 August 2026. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting the application form.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 07 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 22 July 2026 |
| Online Examination | 02 August 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Examination |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹944 |
| General / OBC / EWS (Female) | ₹708 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹236 |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other online payment methods.
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India and IOB recruitment rules.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Apprentice | 750 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University in India.
Applicants should check the official notification for detailed eligibility conditions and other requirements.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
| General (UR) | 231 |
| EWS | 32 |
| OBC | 247 |
| SC | 176 |
| ST | 63 |
| Total | 750 |
State-wise Vacancy Details
| State/UT | Posts | State/UT | Posts |
| Bihar | 35 | Chandigarh | 4 |
| Chhattisgarh | 10 | Dadra & Nagar Haveli / Daman & Diu | 1 |
| Delhi | 53 | Gujarat | 16 |
| Goa | 1 | Himachal Pradesh | 1 |
| Haryana | 16 | Jammu & Kashmir | 2 |
| Jharkhand | 8 | Karnataka | 6 |
| Kerala | 33 | Manipur | 4 |
| Meghalaya | 2 | Maharashtra | 85 |
| Mizoram | 2 | Madhya Pradesh | 12 |
| Nagaland | 1 | Odisha | 22 |
| Punjab | 24 | Puducherry | 12 |
| Rajasthan | 16 | Sikkim | 2 |
| Telangana | 6 | Tamil Nadu | 200 |
| Uttarakhand | 8 | Uttar Pradesh | 110 |
| West Bengal | 2 | Total | 750 |
Selection Process
The recruitment process is expected to include:
- Online Written Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test (where applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness (if required)
The final selection will be based on the guidelines mentioned in the official notification.
How to Apply for IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official IOB recruitment portal.
- Complete the online registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload the required documents, including photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.
- Verify all entered information before final submission.
- Submit the application form and keep a printed copy for future reference.
Documents Required
- Graduation Marksheet/Degree Certificate
- Aadhaar Card or any valid Photo ID
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Other supporting documents as mentioned in the notification
Important Instructions
- Submit your application before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
- Ensure that all uploaded documents are clear and in the prescribed format.
- Applications without successful fee payment (where applicable) will not be accepted.
- Verify every detail carefully before final submission.
- Read the complete official notification before applying online.
