PNB Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit, Qualification & Criteria

Q: Q1. What is the age limit for PNB Apprentice 2026?

The minimum age required is 20 years, and the maximum age limit is 28 years as of 1st January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.

Q: Q5. Is there any age relaxation for reserved category candidates?

Yes, age relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories according to government regulations.

Feb 11 2026

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The PNB Apprentice Eligibility Criteria outlines the essential requirements that candidates must fulfill to apply for the Punjab National Bank Apprentice recruitment. These criteria include important factors such as age limit, educational qualification, nationality, and other mandatory conditions prescribed by the bank. PNB Apprentice 2026 has announced a total of 5138 vacancies. The PNB Apprentice must be between 20 and 28 years old (as of 1-1-2026). Before applying, aspirants must carefully review the eligibility guidelines to ensure they meet all the requirements. Understanding the eligibility criteria in advance helps candidates avoid disqualification and prepare confidently for the selection process. Refer to the article for more information on PNB Apprentice eligibility 2026, including age limit, educational qualifications, and nationality.

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PNB Apprentice Eligibility Criteria

The Punjab National Bank Apprentice Eligibility Criteria depends on three factors mentioned below,

Nationality
Age Limit
Educational Qualification

Nationality:

A candidate must be either –

(i) a citizen of India or

(ii) a subject of Nepal or

(iii) a subject of Bhutan or

(iv) a Tibetan Refugee who came over to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India or

(v) a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India, provided that a candidate belonging to categories (ii), (iii), (iv) & (v) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India.

PNB Apprentice Age Limit 2026

Check the age limit (as of 1-1-2026) details.

Minimum Age - 20 years
Maximum Age - 28 years

Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable as per the Government of India guidelines for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates, but not exceedingthe age of 34 years as on 01.01.2026 for applicants under NAPS.

Category-Wise Age Relaxation for PNB Apprentice 2026

Category	Age Relaxation
SC / ST	5 years
OBC (Non-creamy layer)	3 years
PWBD	10 years
Widows, divorced women and women legally separated from their husbands who have not remarried	Upto 35 years for General/EWS, 38 years for OBC, and 40 years for SC/ST candidates

PNB Apprentice Educational Qualification:

Refer here to know the educational qualification of the Punjab National Bank Apprentice (as on 1-1-2026):

(i) Graduate degree in any discipline from any Institute/ College/ University recognized/ approved by Govt. bodies/ AICTE/ UGC. The result of the qualification must have been declared on or before 31.12.2025, and the candidate must produce Mark Sheets and Provisional/ Degree Certificate issued by the University/ College/ Institute as and when required by the Bank.

(ii) For the candidates registered under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS), the date of passing their Graduation should not be more than 4 years preceding the cut-off date, i.e. 01.01.2026.

(iii) The candidates applying for training seats of a particular State/ UT should be proficient (reading, writing, speaking and understanding) inthe local language of that State/UT.

PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

Check the selection rounds as per the Punjab National Bank Apprentice recruitment 2026 notification pdf.

Online written test
Document Verification
Test of local language
Medical Examination

PNB Apprentice Salary 2026

The apprentices are eligible for the stipend as mentioned below during their engagement period of one year.

The apprentices are eligible for a stipend of Rs.15000/- per month in metro branches.
The apprentices are eligible for a stipend of Rs.12300/- per month in urban / semi-urban / rural branches.

Steps to Apply Online for PNB Apprentice 2026

Go to the Punjab National Bank recruitment page or the BFSI SSC recruitment portal where the application form is hosted.
Download and read the official PNB Apprentice 2026 notification carefully to understand eligibility, important dates, fees, and document requirements before applying.
If required, register on the BFSI SSC portal under the Apprenticeship section.
Provide your basic personal details like name, email, and mobile number for registration.
After registering, log in and complete the online application form with your personal details, educational qualifications, contact information, etc.
Upload scanned copies of documents such as: Passport-size photograph, Signature, Aadhaar card (front & back), Graduation mark sheets/degree certificate, Caste/EWS/PwBD certificate (if applicable), PAN card.
Use online payment methods (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking) to pay the applicable fees as per your category.
You must also register on the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) with the same email and mobile number.
If you graduated recently (on/after 1 Jan 2022), you may also need to register on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in).
After registration on these portals, update the NAPS Apprentice Code / NATS Enrollment Number in your application on the BFSI SSC portal.
Before final submission, review all entered information carefully to avoid errors. Details entered are usually considered final.
After submitting the form, save/print the confirmation page or application receipt for future reference.

FAQs

Q1. What is the age limit for PNB Apprentice 2026?

The minimum age required is 20 years, and the maximum age limit is 28 years as of 1st January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.

Q2. What is the educational qualification for PNB Apprentice 2026?

Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution to be eligible for the PNB Apprentice post.

Q3. Is nationality important for PNB Apprentice eligibility?

Yes, applicants must be Indian citizens. Candidates from certain categories, such as Nepal, Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees, may also be eligible as per government norms.

Q4. Are final-year students eligible to apply for PNB Apprentice 2026?

No, final-year students are generally not eligible unless they have completed their graduation and possess valid proof before the application deadline.

Q5. Is there any age relaxation for reserved category candidates?

Yes, age relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories according to government regulations.