PNB Apprenticeship Recruitment 2024: Applications are invited from Indian Citizens for Engagement as Apprentices under The Apprentices Act 1961 (as amended from time to time) in Punjab National Bank.
Overview of PNB Apprenticeship Recruitment 2024
| Total Seats | 2700 |
|---|---|
| Last Date of Registration | 14.07.2024 |
| Job Nature | Apprentice |
| Online Examination | 28.07.2024 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.pnbindia.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start Date | June 30, 2024 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | July 14, 2024 |
| Online Examination Date | July 28, 2024 |
Fees/Intimation Charges
| Category | Application/ Examination/ Intimation fee |
|---|---|
| PwBD | Rs. 400/- + GST @18% = Rs. 472/- |
| Female/ SC/ ST | Rs. 600/- + GST @18% = Rs. 708/- |
| GEN/OBC | Rs. 800/- + GST @18% = Rs. 944/- |
State-wise Seats for Apprentices
| State/UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andaman and Nicobar Islands | 2 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 27 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 4 |
| Assam | 27 |
| Bihar | 79 |
| Chandigarh | 19 |
| Chhattisgarh | 51 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli | 2 |
| Daman and Diu | 4 |
| Delhi | 178 |
| Goa | 4 |
| Gujarat | 117 |
| Haryana | 226 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 83 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 26 |
| Jharkhand | 19 |
| Karnataka | 32 |
| Kerala | 22 |
| Ladakh | 2 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 133 |
| Maharashtra | 145 |
| Manipur | 6 |
| Meghalaya | 2 |
| Mizoram | 2 |
| Nagaland | 2 |
| Odisha | 71 |
| Pondicherry | 2 |
| Punjab | 251 |
| Rajasthan | 206 |
| Sikkim | 4 |
| Tamil Nadu | 60 |
| Telangana | 34 |
| Tripura | 13 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 561 |
| Uttarakhand | 48 |
| West Bengal | 236 |
| Grand Total | 2700 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age: Minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years as on 30.06.2024. Candidates must have been born not earlier than 30.06.1996 and not later than 30.06.2004. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India guidelines for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
Educational Qualification (as on 30.06.2024): Graduate degree in any discipline from an Institute/ College/ University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC. The result of the qualification must have been declared on or before 30.06.2024 and candidates must produce Mark Sheets and Provisional/Degree Certificate as required by the Bank.
Candidates applying for training seats in a particular State/UT should be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in the local language of that State/UT.
Physical/ Medical Fitness
Engagement of Apprentices will be subject to being declared medically fit as per the requirements of the Bank.
Duration of Training
The total duration of training will be one year from the date of contract. The one-year training includes 2 weeks of Basic Training and 50 weeks of On-the-Job Training.
Stipend/ Benefits
| Branch Category | Stipend (in Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Rural/ Semi-Urban | 10,000 |
| Urban | 12,000 |
| Metro | 15,000 |
The apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances/benefits.
Terms and Conditions for Engagement of Apprentices
- The provision of any law with respect to Labour such as PF, ESI, Bonus shall not be applicable to or in relation to such apprenticeship.
- A contract having a unique contract code number will be generated by the apprenticeship portal between the Bank and the candidate with the digital signature of both parties.
- The Contract of Apprenticeship shall be terminated if the apprentice does not report at the Bank’s Training venue/ Bank Branch on the date of commencement of Basic Training/ On-the-Job Training. Further, during the apprenticeship, if the apprentice is found to be involved in any act of misbehavior/disobedience/unsatisfactory performance/any other act prejudicial to the interest of the Bank, the contract may be terminated by the Bank after giving 07 days’ notice. The Contract of Apprenticeship shall automatically get terminated on expiry of the period of Apprenticeship Training.
- Apprentices shall be entitled to such holidays as are observed in the Bank/ Branch/ at that place. In addition, they shall be entitled to one casual Leave on completion of each month of Apprenticeship. No other type of leave shall be applicable for the Apprentices.
Registration/ Application Process
- Applicants are advised to visit the Bank’s website www.pnbindia.in and click on ‘Recruitment’ to open the link “Online application for engagement of Apprentices: 2024-25”.
- Applicants will be required to visit https://www.pnbindia.in/Recruitments.aspx for registration.
- All eligible applicants are requested to register themselves for the apprenticeship entrance examination/test by visiting the “Career Opportunities” section of www.bfsissc.com and make the payment of the applicable examination fees as per the category stated under section “Fees/Intimation Charges”. Thereafter, applicants will have to register and complete their profile, if not done before, separately in two different Government apprenticeship portals:
- NAPS Apprenticeship Portal (Apprentices Login/Registration Section)
- NATS portal (Student Register/Login Section – applicable only for those who have passed their graduation on or after 1st Apr’2020)
Selection Process
- Online written test (to be held on 28.07.2024)
PNB Apprenticeship Recruitment 2024: structure of online written examination (MCQs type) - Test of local language:
- The candidates applying for training seats of a particular State, should be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in any one of the specified local languages of that State.
- Candidates who produce 10th or 12th standard mark sheet/certificate evidencing having studied the specified opted local language will not be required to undergo the language test.
- For other candidates, the test for knowledge of the local language will be conducted as a part of the selection process. It will be conducted when the candidate is called for document verification by the Bank. Candidates who fail to qualify for this test will not be engaged as apprentices.
- Medical Examination:Engagement of selected apprentices is subject to being declared medically fit as per the requirement of the Bank.
Final Selection will be subject to:
- Verification of eligibility for the post and information furnished in the online application
- Qualifying in written test and test of local language, where applicable, as detailed above.
- Qualification in the Medical examination.
Important Links
| Online Application Link | Apply Here |
| Notification PDF | Download Now |
| BFSI SSC of India Website | Click Here |
| Official Website | www.pnbindia.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for PNB Apprenticeship Recruitment 2024?
The last date to apply online is July 14, 2024.
What are the eligibility criteria for PNB Apprenticeship Recruitment 2024?
Candidates must have a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized Institute/College/University and be aged between 20 and 28 years as of June 30, 2024.
How is the selection process conducted for PNB Apprenticeship Recruitment 2024?
The selection process includes an online written test, a test of local language proficiency, and a medical examination.
What is the application fee for PNB Apprenticeship Recruitment 2024?
The application fee is Rs. 400/- for PwBD candidates, Rs. 600/- for Female/SC/ST candidates, and Rs. 800/- for GEN/OBC candidates, plus GST.
How can I apply for PNB Apprenticeship Recruitment 2024?
Interested candidates can apply online through the official PNB website from June 30, 2024, to July 14, 2024.
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