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APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 25 Apprenticeship Seats in Agriculture, IT, Legal & General – Apply Online at NATS 2.0
Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd (APCOB), Vijayawada – 25 Apprentice Posts under Apprentices Act 1961, Rs.15,000/Month Stipend, Apply by 11 August 2026
Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd (APCOB), Vijayawada has released the official notification for the engagement of 25 Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for the Financial Year 2026-27. The online application process started on and the last date to apply is . Candidates must register on the NATS 2.0 portal (www.nats.education.gov.in) with a 100% complete profile before applying to APCOB.
The 25 training seats are distributed across Agriculture (3), Information Technology (3), Legal (1), and General (18) specializations. Candidates must be 20 to 28 years old as on and hold the required Bachelor's degree qualification. The monthly stipend is Rs. 15,000 (Bank component Rs. 10,500 + Government component Rs. 4,500 via DBT). Training period is one year. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST (5 years), BC-Non-Creamy Layer (3 years), and PwBD (10 years) candidates.
This is an apprenticeship engagement and not regular employment. There is no obligation on the Bank to offer employment after completion of apprenticeship. Candidates must have proficiency in Telugu and English (reading and writing). Selection is based on a merit list prepared from academic marks (SSC, 12th, and Graduation), followed by Document Verification at APCOB Head Office, Vijayawada.
Key Details
- Organization: Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd (APCOB), Vijayawada
- Post Name: Apprentice (under Apprentices Act, 1961)
- Total Vacancies: 25 (Tentative training seats)
- Training Period: 1 Year
- Application Start Date:
- Application Last Date:
- Document Verification: August 2026 (Tentative)
- Application Mode: Online through APCOB website & NATS 2.0 portal
Eligibility & Stipend
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree in relevant specialization from a recognized university
- Age Limit: 20–28 Years (as on 01.08.2026, relaxable for SC/ST/BC/PwBD)
- Monthly Stipend: Rs. 15,000 (Bank Rs. 10,500 + Govt Rs. 4,500 via DBT)
- Application Fee: Not mentioned in notification
- NATS Portal: www.nats.education.gov.in (100% profile completion required)
- Job Type: Apprenticeship (not employment)
- Official Website: apcob.bank.in
APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates and Application Fee
Online Application: 02 August to 11 August 2026 — No Application Fee Mentioned
The online application process for APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 opened on and the last date to submit the application is . Document Verification will be conducted tentatively in August 2026. The official notification does not mention any application fee.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date:
- Application Last Date:
- Document Verification: August 2026 (Tentative)
Application Fee
- All Categories: Not mentioned in the official notification
APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details and Eligibility
25 Training Seats Across 4 Specializations — Bachelor's Degree Required
APCOB has notified 25 tentative training seats for Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for FY 2026-27. The seats are distributed across Agriculture (3), Information Technology (3), Legal (1), and General (18) specializations. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in the relevant specialization and have a 100% complete profile on the NATS 2.0 portal.
Specialization-Wise Vacancy
- Agriculture: 3 posts — Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, or Agricultural Marketing and Cooperation
- Information Technology: 3 posts — Bachelor's degree in Electronics/Communication/Computer Science/IT or equivalent
- Legal: 1 post — Bachelor's degree in Law/LLB or equivalent
- General: 18 posts — Bachelor's degree in Banking, Commerce, Accounting & Audit
- Total: 25 posts (OC-10, BC-A-2, BC-B-2, BC-C-1, BC-D-1, BC-E-1, SC-G-I-1, SC-G-II-2, SC-G-III-1, ST-2, EWS-2)
Important Eligibility Conditions
- Age Limit: 20–28 years as on (DOB between 01.08.1998 and 01.08.2004)
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years; BC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 3 years; PwBD – 10 years
- Must have completed graduation with valid passing certificate
- Must be proficient in Telugu and English (reading and writing)
- Must not have undergone apprenticeship in any other organization
- Candidates with 1+ years of training/job experience after qualification are NOT eligible
- Must have 100% complete profile on NATS 2.0 portal
APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
Merit List Based on Academic Marks + Document Verification
Selection to the APCOB Apprentice program is based on a merit list prepared from academic marks, followed by document verification. The merit list is prepared in descending order based on marks/percentage obtained in SSC, 12th (HSC/10+2), and Graduation. In case of a tie, candidates are ranked by age in descending order (older candidates ranked higher).
Selection Stages
- Stage I: Registration on NATS 2.0 portal (www.nats.education.gov.in) with 100% complete profile
- Stage II: Online application submission via APCOB website between 02.08.2026 and 11.08.2026
- Stage III: Scrutiny of applications by a Committee appointed by the Bank
- Stage IV: Merit list based on SSC + 12th + Graduation marks
- Stage V: Document Verification at APCOB Head Office, Vijayawada
- Stage VI: Final engagement subject to character/antecedent verification
Weightage of Marks
- SSC: Maximum 10 marks — Above 90% = 9 marks
- 12th (Intermediate): Maximum 10 marks — 80-90% = 8 marks
- Graduation: Maximum 10 marks — 70-79% = 7; 60-69% = 6; 50-59% = 5; Below 50% = 4
- Total: 30 marks
- Tie-breaker: Age in descending order (older candidates ranked higher)
- Mere eligibility does not guarantee selection
APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Stipend and Job Profile
Rs. 15,000/Month Stipend — 1 Year Apprenticeship Training
Selected apprentices will receive a total monthly stipend of Rs. 15,000, comprising a maximum Bank component of Rs. 10,500 and a maximum Government component of Rs. 4,500 paid via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The training period is one year. Apprentices are not treated as employees of the Bank and are not entitled to employee benefits.
Stipend Structure
- Total Monthly Stipend: Rs. 15,000
- Bank Component: Maximum Rs. 10,500
- Government Component: Maximum Rs. 4,500 (paid via DBT)
- Training Period: 1 Year
- No other allowances or benefits applicable
- Not eligible for employee benefits (not considered Bank employees)
Job Profile — APCOB Apprentice
- Training at APCOB branches/head office across Andhra Pradesh
- Learn banking operations, agricultural banking, IT systems, legal matters, or general banking depending on specialization
- After completing training, must pass assessment test (theory by BFSI SSC + practical by Bank) for Apprenticeship Certificate
- Certificate of Proficiency (CoP) from National Council after assessment
- No obligation on Bank to offer employment after apprenticeship
- Bank can terminate contract with 7 days' notice for misconduct
APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply
Register on NATS 2.0 Portal First, Then Apply Online at APCOB Website by 11 August 2026
The application process is completely online. Candidates must first register on the NATS 2.0 apprenticeship portal and ensure their profile is 100% complete, then apply through the APCOB website. No other mode of application will be accepted.
How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the NATS 2.0 portal at www.nats.education.gov.in and register with a 100% complete profile
- Step 2: Note down the Enrolment ID generated in the NATS 2.0 portal
- Step 3: Visit the official APCOB website at www.apcob.bank.in
- Step 4: Locate the online application link for Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Step 5: Fill in the application form with accurate personal, academic, and category details
- Step 6: Upload required documents/certificates as specified
- Step 7: Review carefully and submit online between and
- Step 8: Keep a printout or digital copy of the submitted application for future reference
Important Instructions
- Applications can be submitted only online — no other mode accepted
- Must have 100% complete profile on NATS 2.0 portal before applying
- Candidates with 1+ years experience after qualification are NOT eligible
- Furnishing false information leads to cancellation or termination even after appointment
- Bank can allot selected candidates to any Branch/Head Office within Andhra Pradesh
- On premature termination, apprentice/surety must indemnify Bank for training costs
APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Documents Required
Documents for Document Verification
- SSC Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
- 12th (HSC/10+2) Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
- Graduation Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
- Proof of Local Language: 10th or 12th mark sheet showing Telugu as a subject (or clear local language test during DV)
- Caste Validity Certificate: Wherever applicable
- BC Certificate: Showing non-creamy layer status, issued between 01.04.2026 and date of appointment (for BC candidates)
Additional Documents
- EWS Certificate: Income and Asset Certificate issued on or after 01.04.2026 (for EWS candidates)
- Age Relaxation Certificate: For SC/ST, BC (Non-Creamy Layer), or PwBD category
- Medical Fitness Certificate: As required by the Bank
- NATS Enrolment ID: Proof of NATS 2.0 registration
- Photo ID Proof: Aadhaar/PAN/Passport
- Refer to official notification for complete checklist
APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Important Links and Follow Us
Official Recruitment Links
- Official Notification PDF — Download PDF
- Apply Online — NATS 2.0 Portal — nats.education.gov.in
- APCOB Website — apcob.bank.in
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APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for APCOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is . The application window opened on .
Q2. How many vacancies are available in APCOB Apprentice Recruitment?
There are 25 tentative training seats for Apprentices across Agriculture (3), IT (3), Legal (1), and General (18) specializations.
Q3. What is the qualification required for APCOB Apprentice?
Bachelor's degree in the relevant specialization (Agriculture, IT, Law, or Banking/Commerce/Accounting) from a recognized university. Must also be proficient in Telugu and English.
Q4. What is the age limit for APCOB Apprentice?
20 to 28 years as on . Age relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years, BC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 3 years, PwBD – 10 years.
Q5. What is the stipend for APCOB Apprentices?
Total monthly stipend of Rs. 15,000 — Bank component Rs. 10,500 + Government component Rs. 4,500 (paid via DBT).
Q6. Is there an application fee for APCOB Apprentice?
The official notification does not mention any application fee details.
Q7. What is the selection process for APCOB Apprentice?
Selection is based on a merit list prepared from academic marks (SSC + 12th + Graduation), followed by Document Verification at APCOB Head Office, Vijayawada.
Q8. Is this a permanent job?
No, this is an apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961. There is no obligation on the Bank to offer employment after completion of apprenticeship.
Q9. Where do I register before applying?
You must register on the NATS 2.0 portal at www.nats.education.gov.in with a 100% complete profile before applying through the APCOB website.
Q10. Where is APCOB located?
Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd (APCOB) is headquartered at Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Selected candidates may be allotted to any branch/head office within the state.
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