HP PNB Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 162 Posts
HP PNB Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Punjab National Bank (PNB) has officially issued the notification for Apprentice Recruitment 2026 under the provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961. This recruitment drive aims to engage eligible candidates as apprentices across various locations. The selection process for PNB Apprentice 2026 will consist of an online written examination, after which shortlisted candidates will be invited for document verification.
PNB Apprenticeship 2025-26 Overview
| Organisation Name | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Post Name | Apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961 |
| Total Vacancy Count | 162 Posts |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 Years |
| Engagement Duration | 1 year (12 months), including Basic Training and On-the-Job Training |
| Stipend | Rs. 12,300/- to Rs. 15,000/- per month (depending on location) |
| Application Start Date | 08/02/2026 |
| Application Last Date | 24/02/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | bfsissc.com |
Vacancy Details
| Circles | Posts |
| Dharamshala | 39 |
| Hamirpur | 33 |
| Mandi | 33 |
| Shimla | 27 |
| Solan | 30 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs 944/- |
| General / OBC / EWS (Female) | Rs 708/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs 236/- |
Eligibility Criteria
| Age Limit | Minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years as on 01.01.2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must possess a Graduate degree in any discipline, with the final result declared on or before 31.12.2025 |
| Local Language Proficiency | Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the respective state/UT Applicants should have proficiency in the local language of the concerned State/UT |
Stipend Details
| Branch Category | Stipend (in Rs.) |
| Rural / Semi-Urban / Urban | 12,300/- |
| Metro | 15,000/- |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Apply Start Date | 08 February 2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 24 February 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | March 2026 |
Selection Process
The selection process for PNB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in the following stages:
Written Examination
Local Language Proficiency Test
Document Verification
Exam Pattern 2026
The PNB Apprentice 2026 computer-based examination will include four subjects: General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude, and Computer Knowledge. Each section will have 25 questions, making a total of 100 questions. The exam duration will be 60 minutes (1 hour) with no sectional time limit. The question paper will be available in English and Hindi, except for the General English section.
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Time Duration |
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | 60 minutes |
| General English | 25 | 25 | |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
