Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2024: Canara Bank has announced the recruitment of 3,000 Graduate Apprentices for FY 2024-25 under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. Eligible candidates can apply online from September 21 to October 4, 2024, after registering on the Apprenticeship portal. Applicants must be between 20 and 28 years old and hold a graduation degree. The selection will be based on merit from 12th/Diploma marks, followed by document verification and a local language test. Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000 during the one-year training, which will be conducted at various Canara Bank branches across India.

1. Recruitment Overview

• Organization: Canara Bank
• Position: Graduate Apprentices (under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961)
• Number of Vacancies: 3,000 across various states
• Training Period: 1 year
• Monthly Stipend: ₹15,000

2. Important Dates

• Registration Start Date: September 18, 2024 (on Apprenticeship portal)
• Online Application Period: September 21, 2024, to October 4, 2024 (on Canara Bank website)

3. Eligibility Criteria

• Age Limit:
• Minimum: 20 years
• Maximum: 28 years as of September 1, 2024
• Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD
• Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.

4. Reservation Breakdown

• Categories: SC, ST, OBC, EWS, UR (Unreserved), PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities)
• Total Seats: 3,000
• Distribution by State:
• E.g., Karnataka: 600 seats, Kerala: 200 seats, Tamil Nadu: 350 seats

5. Local Language Requirement

• Candidates must either present a 10th/12th-grade certificate as proof of having studied the local language or pass a local language test conducted by the bank during document verification.

6. Application Process

• Step 1: Register on the Apprenticeship portal (www.nats.education.gov.in)
• Step 2: Apply online through Canara Bank’s website using the enrollment number generated on the portal.

7. Selection Process

• Merit List: Based on marks obtained in the 12th Standard/Diploma Examination. In case of ties, older candidates will be ranked higher.
• Document Verification: Candidates must qualify in the local language test and meet medical fitness standards.

8. Application Fees

• SC/ST/PwBD: No fees
• Others: ₹500 (non-refundable)

9. Apprenticeship Conditions

• Apprentices are not considered employees of the bank and will not be eligible for employee benefits.
• Work Hours: As per clerical cadre norms of the bank.
• Leave: 12 casual leaves annually.

10. Key Responsibilities and Benefits

• On-Job Training: Apprentices will undergo training at selected branches based on the curriculum.
• Stipend:
• ₹15,000 per month (includes ₹10,500 from Canara Bank and ₹4,500 from Government DBT mode).

11. Miscellaneous Terms

• No Union Membership: Apprentices are prohibited from joining or forming unions.
• Termination: Canara Bank reserves the right to terminate the apprenticeship for misconduct, unsatisfactory performance, or failure to report to the designated location.

12. Documents Required at the Time of Engagement

• Online application printout
• Proof of Date of Birth
• Identity proof (e.g., Aadhar, Passport)
• Education certificates
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Income and Asset Certificate for EWS (if applicable)

13. How to Apply

1. Register: Apprenticeship portal (www.nats.education.gov.in)
2. Apply Online: Canara Bank website between September 21 and October 4, 2024
3. Upload Documents: Passport-size photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration.
4. Fee Payment: Pay applicable fees via online methods.

14. Additional Notes

• Candidates must keep their email ID and mobile number active for communication from the bank.
• Only one application per candidate is permitted. Multiple applications will result in disqualification.
• Candidates are advised to check the Canara Bank website regularly for updates.

Canara Bank Apprentice 2024 Notification and Apply Link

The direct link to the Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2024 Notification PDF and Apply online is given below.