Canara Bank has officially released the detailed notification for the Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. A total of 3,500 Graduate Apprentice vacancies are available across various states and union territories, including dedicated seats for candidates in Odisha. Eligible Indian graduates can submit their online applications directly through the official NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) and the Canara Bank recruitment page.
Vacancy Details & State Breakdown
Canara Bank has allocated 3,500 apprentice seats across multiple states. Candidates applying for a particular state must be proficient in the specified local language (reading, writing, and speaking).
- Odisha: Specific vacancies allocated with Odia as the local language test requirement.
- Other States: Seats available in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and others.
(Note: Check the official state-wise vacancy breakdown annexure in the notification PDF for specific circle distributions.)
How to Apply for Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Register on NATS Portal: Visit
nats.education.gov.inand complete student enrollment to obtain your 16-digit NATS Enrollment ID. - Access Canara Bank Portal: Visit the official website at
canarabank.comand navigate to Careers > Recruitment > Apprentice Engagement 2026. - Fill Application Form: Enter basic registration details, educational marks, and your NATS ID.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, graduation mark sheet, and caste/category certificate.
- Pay Application Fee: Submit the application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit & Print: Verify all details, click Submit, and download the confirmation page for document verification.