Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 2700 Posts

 

Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 2700 Posts

 

Bank of Baroda (BOB) has released the official notification for the Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2025. This recruitment drive aims to engage 2,700 Apprentices across various states in India under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a significant opportunity for fresh graduates seeking to gain hands-on experience in the banking sector.

The apprenticeship program offers a fixed training duration of 12 months (one year) and provides a monthly stipend of ₹15,000. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the vacancy, eligibility, selection process, and the critical multi-step application process.

This post consolidates all details from the official notification (Advt. No. BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2025/02) and the bank's designated application partner, the BFSI Sector Skill Council of India (BFSI SSC). While the official Bank of Baroda website lists the opportunity, the application process is managed through separate, mandatory government portals and the BFSI SSC website.

 

 

Bank of Baroda Apprentice 2025: Recruitment Overview

 

This section provides a summary of the most important details for a quick overview of the recruitment.

Table 1.1: BOB Apprentice Recruitment 2025 - Key Highlights

Particulars	Details
Organization	Bank of Baroda (BOB)
Post Name	Apprentice
Advertisement No.	BOB/HRM/APPRENTICE/ADVT/2025/02
Total Vacancies	2,700
Monthly Stipend	₹15,000/- per month
Training Duration	12 Months (One Year)
Application Dates	11-Nov-2025 to 01-Dec-2025
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	bankofbaroda.bank.in
Application Portal	bfsissc.com

 

 

Comprehensive Vacancy Distribution (State & Category-Wise)

 

The recruitment has allocated 2,700 apprentice positions across various states, union territories, and reservation categories.

State-Wise Vacancy List 2025

For applicants from Assam, a total of 21 Apprentice seats are available.

The distribution of vacancies is not uniform across the country. States like Karnataka (440) and Gujarat (400) have the highest allocation, accounting for over 31% of all available positions. Candidates must select their preferred districts during the application process. The application form requires candidates to provide three district preferences. The candidate's home district, as per their Aadhaar, will be considered the first preference. If no training seat is available in the home district, the second and third preferences will be considered. Applicants from states with low vacancy numbers (e.g., Assam, Manipur, Jammu & Kashmir) should be strategic with their second and third preferences, potentially selecting districts in neighboring high-vacancy states if they are willing to relocate for the 12-month training.

The complete state-wise vacancy breakdown is as follows:

 

Table 2.1: Bank of Baroda Apprentice State-Wise Vacancy List 2025

State/UT	No. of Seats
Andhra Pradesh	38
Assam	21
Bihar	47
Chandigarh (UT)	12
Chhattisgarh	48
Dadra and Nagar Haveli (UT)	5
Delhi (UT)	119
Goa	10
Gujarat	400
Haryana	36
Jammu and Kashmir	5
Jharkhand	15
Karnataka	440
Kerala	52
Madhya Pradesh	56
Maharashtra	297
Manipur	2
Mizoram	5
ODISHA	29
Puducherry (UT)	6
Punjab	96
Rajasthan	215
Tamil Nadu	159
Telangana	154
Uttar Pradesh	307
Uttarakhand	22
West Bengal	104
Total	2700

 

 

All-India Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

 

The 2,700 total vacancies are further distributed across reservation categories as per government norms.

Table 2.2: All-India Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

Category	No. of Vacancies
UR (Unreserved)	941
OBC	811
SC (Scheduled Caste)	412
ST (Scheduled Tribe)	278
EWS (Economically Weaker Section)	258
Total	2,700

 

Detailed Eligibility Criteria (As of 01.11.2025)

 

Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility requirements before applying. The cut-off date for determining all eligibility criteria (age and educational qualification) is 01-November-2025.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following minimum education:

• A Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of India.

Age Limit

As of 01-Nov-2025, the candidate's age must be:

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years

Age Relaxation

Relaxation in the upper age limit is provided for reserved categories as per government guidelines.

 

Table 3.1: Upper Age Limit Relaxation

Category	Age Relaxation
SC/ST	5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 years
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities)	Up to 15 years (as per Govt. norms)

 

 

Important Exclusions: Who is NOT Eligible?

 

This recruitment is specifically intended for fresh graduates with no significant prior experience. Candidates must note the following disqualifiers:

1. Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training, either with Bank of Baroda or any other organization in the past, are not eligible.
2. Candidates who have training or job experience for a period of one year or more after completing their educational qualification are not eligible.

 

 

Stipend, Training, and Selection Process

 

Stipend and Training Details

• Stipend: Selected apprentices will receive a fixed monthly stipend of ₹15,000/-.
• Training Duration: The engagement is for a fixed period of 12 months (one year).
• Important Note: This is a training program. The apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances or benefits associated with permanent bank employment.

 

Selection Process

The selection for the engagement of apprentices will be a multi-stage process. The merit list will be drawn State-wise and Category-wise.

The selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Stage 1: Online Examination
2. Stage 2: Test of Local Language
3. Stage 3: Document Verification

Online Examination Pattern

The first stage of selection is an online objective-type examination. The structure of the exam is as follows:

Table 4.1: BOB Apprentice Online Exam Pattern 2025

Component	Total Questions	Total Marks	Total Duration
Online Objective Test	100	100	60 Minutes (1 Hour)

 

A significant strategic point for applicants is that there will be NO negative marks for wrong answers in the objective test. This encourages candidates to attempt all 100 questions within the 60-minute duration. Candidates are required to score a minimum percentage mark on aggregate to qualify, with a 5% relaxation available for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.

 

Application Fee and Payment Modality

 

Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application fee. This fee structure is confirmed for the November 2025 notification (Advt. No....2025/02) for 2,700 posts.

Table 5.1: Application Fee (Advt. No....2025/02)

Category	Application Fee (Non-Refundable)
General / EWS / OBC	₹800/- + GST
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability)	₹400/- + GST
SC (Scheduled Caste) / ST (Scheduled Tribe)	NIL

 

The application fee must be paid online only, using methods such as Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI. Payment is non-refundable and must be paid irrespective of whether the candidate is shortlisted.

Critically, the payment is not made on the government NATS/NAPS portals. The fee is collected during the final application step on the BFSI SSC portal, which is accessed via a link provided by email after government portal registration.

 

 

The 3-Portal Application: A Step-by-Step "How to Apply" Guide

 

The application process for the BOB Apprentice recruitment is a multi-step, multi-portal process. It is critical to complete all parts accurately. Failure to complete the final step (the BFSI SSC form and payment) will result in an incomplete application.

Follow this detailed guide carefully.

Part 1: Pre-requisites – Document Checklist

Before starting the application, candidates must gather scanned copies of the following documents in the specified formats:

• Aadhaar Card (JPEG, < 1 MB)
• PAN Card (JPEG, < 1 MB)
• Passport-size Photograph (Colour) (JPEG, < 1 MB)
• Signature (Colour) (JPEG, < 1 MB)
• Xth (10th) Marksheet (PDF, < 1 MB)
• XIIth (12th) Marksheet (PDF, < 1 MB)
• Degree Marksheet / Provisional Certificate (PDF, < 1 MB)
• Saving Bank Passbook / Cheque Leaf (for account details) (PDF, < 1 MB)
• Valid Personal Email ID
• Valid Mobile Number

 

Part 2: Mandatory Registration on Government Portal (NAPS/NATS)

This is the mandatory first step. Candidates must register themselves on either the NAPS or NATS government portal to be eligible.

For NAPS Portal Registration:

1. Go to the official NAPS website: https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
2. Click on "Register" in the top menu and select "Candidate".
3. Fill in your basic details (Name, Mobile Number, Email ID) to complete the registration.
4. Log in using your credentials and complete your candidate profile (including educational qualifications, etc.).
5. After logging in, search for "Apprenticeship Opportunities." Find the opportunity advertised by "Bank of Baroda" and click "Apply".
6. Note down your NAPS Apprentice Code (or Registration ID) and the registered email ID. You will need these for Part 3.

For NATS Portal Registration:

1. Go to the official NATS website: https://nats.education.gov.in.
2. Click on "Student Register/Login".
3. Complete the enrollment form to get your NATS Enrollment ID.
4. Note down your NATS Enrollment ID and the registered email ID. You will need these for Part 3.

 

Your application is NOT complete at this stage. This registration only makes you eligible to receive the link for the final application.

 

Part 3: The Final Application & Payment (BFSI SSC Portal)

This is the most critical part of the application.

1. WAIT: After applying on the NAPS/NATS portal, candidates who are eligible will receive an email from info@bfsissc.com. This email will invite you to fill the final "Application cum Examination Form." (Be sure to check your spam/junk folder).
2. Access the Final Form: Click the unique link provided in the email. This link will direct you to the BFSI SSC application portal. This form is also hosted on the BFSI SSC website.
3. Step 1: Registration Details: The form will first ask for your Registered Email ID and Registered Mobile Number used during the NAPS/NATS registration.
4. Step 2: Personal Details: Fill in your personal information accurately, including Full Name, Date of Birth, Gender, and Category (General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS).
5. Step 3: Location Preferences: You will be asked to select your preferred State/UT and three District Preferences for your training location.
6. Step 4: Educational & Enrollment Details: Provide your graduation details (Stream, Year of Passing) and enter your NATS Enrollment ID or NAPS Apprentice Code.
7. Step 5: Submit & Pay: After filling in all details and uploading the required documents (from Part 1), you will proceed to the payment section.
8. Step 6: Make Payment: Pay the non-refundable application fee (as detailed in Section 5) using the online payment gateway (Card, UPI, Net Banking).
9. Step 7: Final Submission: The application process is considered complete only after the fee is successfully deposited with BFSI SSC.
10. Save and print a copy of the final submitted application form for your future reference.

 

 

Critical Dates and Important Links

 

Important Dates

Candidates must complete the entire application process, including payment, within the specified window.

Table 7.1: Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Start Date	11-November-2025
Online Application End Date	01-December-2025
Online Exam Date	To be Announced

 

 

Important Links

Use these direct links to navigate the complex application process.

Table 7.2: Important Links

Purpose	Link
Apply Online (Final Application Portal)	Click here
NAPS Portal Registration (Mandatory Step)	Click Here
NATS Portal Registration (Mandatory Step)	Click Here
Download Notification PDF	Download PDF
Official Website (For Information)	Click Here

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

 

Q1: What is the application start and end dates?

The online application process starts on November 11, 2025, and the last date to apply is December 1, 2025.

Q2: How many vacancies are there in total and for Assam?

There are 2,700 apprentice vacancies in total. For the state of Assam, there are 21 vacancies.

Q3: What is the monthly stipend and the duration of the training?

The apprenticeship has a fixed duration of 12 months (one year).1 Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹15,000. This is a training stipend, and apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances or benefits.

Q4: What are the eligibility criteria (Age and Education)?

Candidates must have a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. The age limit is a minimum of 20 years and a maximum of 28 years as of the cut-off date. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories, including 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC.

Q5: Can final year students or candidates with work experience apply?

The eligibility requires a completed Graduation Degree. Candidates who have training or job experience for one year or more after completing their graduation are not eligible to apply.

Q6: What is the application fee?

The application fee varies by category:

• General / EWS / OBC: ₹800/- + GST
• PwBD: ₹400/- + GST
• SC / ST: NIL

Q7: What is the selection process?

The selection process consists of three main stages:

1. Online Written Examination
2. Document Verification
3. Test of Local Language (Language Proficiency Test)

Q8: What is the exam pattern for the online test? Is there negative marking?

The online exam will feature 100 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 60 minutes. The test will cover four sections: General/Financial Awareness, Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude, Computer Knowledge, and General English. A key point for applicants is that there is NO negative marking for incorrect answers.