Bank of Baroda (BOB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, has officially announced the engagement of 2700 apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The recruitment notification (Ref: BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2025/02) invites online applications from Indian citizens to undergo one year of on-the-job training across various states and union territories.
The online registration process begins on November 11, 2025, and the last date to apply is December 1, 2025.
Key Highlights
- Organization: Bank of Baroda (BOB)
- Program Name: Apprenticeship Training under the Apprentices Act, 1961
- Total Vacancies: 2700
- Application Start Date: November 11, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: December 1, 2025
- Training Duration: 12 months (1 year)
- Mode of Application: Online only
Eligibility Criteria (as on November 1, 2025)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Minimum: 20 years; Maximum: 28 years |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years, PwBD: 10–15 years (as per category) |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent institution. |
| Other Conditions | Candidates should not have undergone or be currently pursuing apprenticeship training with any establishment, including Bank of Baroda. Those with over one year of work or training experience after graduation are not eligible. |
Training Duration and Stipend
- Duration: 12 months of full-time, on-the-job training.
- Monthly Stipend: ₹15,000/-
- No additional allowances or benefits will be provided. Stipend will be paid monthly after adjusting for any loss of pay.
State/UT-Wise Vacancy Distribution
A total of 2700 apprenticeship seats have been announced across various states and union territories.
Some of the major allocations include:
| State/UT | Seats | State/UT | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat | 400 | Karnataka | 440 |
| Maharashtra | 297 | Uttar Pradesh | 307 |
| Rajasthan | 215 | Tamil Nadu | 159 |
| Telangana | 154 | West Bengal | 104 |
| Punjab | 96 | Madhya Pradesh | 56 |
| Kerala | 52 | Bihar | 47 |
Note: The number of seats is provisional and may vary depending on the bank’s requirements.
Reservation and Relaxation
- Reservation will be provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per Government of India norms.
- Candidates must submit valid certificates in the prescribed format during document verification.
- PwBD reservation is horizontal and applicable across all categories within each state.
Selection Process
The selection for apprenticeship training will be conducted in three stages:
- Online Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Local Language Proficiency Test
Online Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Medium | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | Hindi/English | 60 minutes (Total) |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 | Hindi/English | |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | Hindi/English | |
| General English | 25 | 25 | English | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 hour |
Candidates shortlisted in the online exam will be called for document verification followed by a local language test, depending on the state applied for.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | Nil |
| PwBD | ₹400 + GST |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹800 + GST |
Payment must be made online through the link provided by BFSI SSC. No other payment mode is accepted.
How to Apply
- Register Online:
- Candidates must first register on the following Government apprenticeship portals:
- Prepare Required Documents:
- Aadhaar card, educational certificates, photograph, signature, category certificate (if applicable), and valid email ID.
- Apply through BFSI SSC Link:
- After registration on NATS/NAPS, candidates must apply for “Bank of Baroda Apprenticeship Program” via the BFSI SSC website.
- Fee Payment:
- Complete the application process by paying the applicable fees online.
- Print Application:
- Keep a copy of the submitted application and acknowledgment number for reference.
Important Instructions
- Candidates can apply only for one State/UT.
- Up to three preferred training centers can be chosen within the selected State/UT.
- Allotment of centers will depend on merit, preferences, and availability.
- The Bank reserves the right to allot candidates to any available center within the applied State/UT.
- All communications will be sent via the email ID mentioned in the application form.
- Candidates are advised to regularly visit Bank of Baroda’s website and BFSI SSC portal for updates, corrigenda, or announcements.
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | November 11, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | December 1, 2025 |
| Online Exam Date | To be notified |
| Result & DV Schedule | To be announced later |









