Bank of Maharashtra, one of India’s leading public sector banks with a wide national presence, has announced a major recruitment drive for the engagement of Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the training year 2025–26. This initiative is designed to provide young graduates with structured banking exposure, practical learning, and real-time work experience in a professional environment.
A total of 600 apprentice positions are available across multiple States and Union Territories of India. Selected candidates will undergo one year of apprenticeship training, which includes both classroom learning and on-the-job practical training as per the operational needs of the bank. This opportunity is ideal for candidates who want to gain hands-on experience in the banking sector without immediate employment obligations.
The apprenticeship is purely a training engagement and does not guarantee permanent employment with the bank after completion. However, it significantly enhances employability by offering industry-relevant skills and exposure.
Important Dates
Candidates must carefully note the key schedule related to the online application process:
- Online Application Start Date: 15 January 2026
- Online Application Last Date: 25 January 2026
- Cut-off Date for Eligibility: 30 November 2025
Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Application Fees
The official notification does not specify a detailed category-wise application fee structure in the provided information. Candidates are advised to complete the online registration process carefully and ensure that any applicable fee, if prescribed during registration, is paid within the stipulated timeline. The application process will be considered complete only after successful fee submission, wherever applicable.
Vacancy Details
A total of 600 Apprentice posts have been notified. These vacancies are distributed across 29 States and Union Territories, with reservations applicable as per Government of India norms.
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution (Overall)
- Unreserved (UR): 302
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 133
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 69
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 46
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 50
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Horizontal reservation as per law
The highest number of vacancies are available in Maharashtra, followed by Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending on the bank’s final requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Bank of Maharashtra Apprentice engagement, candidates must fulfill the following eligibility conditions:
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution approved by the Government of India or relevant regulatory authorities.
- Proficiency in the local language of the State or Union Territory applied for is mandatory.
- Proof of local language knowledge must be supported through 10th or 12th standard certificates indicating the language studied.
Other Eligibility Conditions
- Candidates must not have undergone apprenticeship training earlier in any organization.
- Applicants who possess one year or more of work experience after completing graduation are not eligible.
- Candidates currently pursuing or previously terminated from any apprenticeship program are not eligible to apply.
Age Limit
The age criteria for engagement as an Apprentice are as follows:
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
The age is calculated as per the cut-off date mentioned in the notification.
Age Relaxation
Upper age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government rules:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD:
- SC/ST: up to 15 years
- OBC: up to 13 years
- UR/EWS: up to 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Actual service period plus 3 years (8 years for SC/ST), subject to a maximum age of 50 years
- Widows/Divorced/Legally Separated Women:
- General/EWS: up to 35 years
- OBC: up to 38 years
- SC/ST: up to 40 years
Salary Scale (Stipend Details)
Selected apprentices will receive a fixed monthly stipend during the training period:
- Monthly Stipend: ₹12,300
No additional allowances such as DA, HRA, medical benefits, travel allowance, or accommodation facilities will be provided. The stipend is payable only for the duration of apprenticeship training.
Training Duration and Working Hours
- Training Period: 1 year
- Training Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
The training includes theoretical instruction and hands-on banking operations exposure. Apprentices will be governed strictly by the provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Selection Process
The selection process for Bank of Maharashtra Apprenticeship is merit-based and transparent.
Merit List Preparation
- A state-wise merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in 12th standard (HSC/10+2) or Diploma examination.
- In case of equal marks, the older candidate will be ranked higher in merit.
- For candidates holding an Engineering Degree after Diploma, Diploma marks will be considered for merit calculation.
Document Verification
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification.
- Any discrepancy between submitted information and original documents will lead to immediate disqualification.
Medical Fitness and Background Verification
Final engagement is subject to:
- Medical fitness certification
- Verification of antecedents
- Completion of all formalities prescribed by the bank
How to Apply
Candidates must follow the online application procedure carefully:
- Ensure eligibility with respect to age, education, and local language proficiency
- Keep scanned copies of photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration ready
- Enter personal, educational, and category details accurately
- Submit the online application before the last date
- Complete fee payment if applicable
- Preserve the registration details for future reference
After provisional selection, candidates will be required to complete apprenticeship registration on the designated government apprenticeship portal and execute a Contract of Apprenticeship before commencement of training.
Important Instructions
- Apprenticeship does not guarantee employment in Bank of Maharashtra
- Selected apprentices must complete the full training period
- Withdrawal without valid reasons may result in recovery of training cost and stipend
- False information or suppression of facts will lead to cancellation of candidature
- No accommodation or transport facilities will be provided
