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Bank of Baroda (BoB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, has announced a significant recruitment drive for 2025, inviting applications for 4,000 Apprentice positions across various states. This initiative aims to provide graduates with practical training and exposure to the banking sector, enhancing their employability and skills.
Post Name: Apprentice
Form Submission Dates:
- Start Date: February 19, 2025
- End Date: March 11, 2025
Application Fee:
- General, EWS, and OBC Candidates: ₹800 + GST
- SC/ST and Female Candidates: ₹600 + GST
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): ₹400 + GST
The application fee is payable online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or other digital payment methods.
Selection Process:
- Online Examination: Candidates will undergo an online test assessing various competencies.
- Local Language Test: Post the online exam, a test will evaluate the candidate’s proficiency in the local language of the respective state.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification to confirm eligibility.
Exam Pattern:
- General Awareness/Financial Awareness: 25 Questions, 25 Marks
- Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning Aptitude: 25 Questions, 25 Marks
- Computer Knowledge: 25 Questions, 25 Marks
- General English: 25 Questions, 25 Marks
- Total: 100 Questions, 100 Marks
The exam duration is 60 minutes, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
How to Apply:
- Registration on Apprenticeship Portals: Candidates must first register on both the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal and the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) portal.
- Online Application: After registration, candidates should apply through the official Bank of Baroda website, filling in personal details, educational qualifications, and uploading necessary documents.
- Application Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online as per your category.
- Final Submission: Review the application form and submit it before the deadline.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
- Age Limit: Candidates should be between 20 to 28 years as of February 1, 2025. Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
Vacancy Details (State-wise):
| State/UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 59 |
| Assam | 40 |
| Bihar | 120 |
| Chandigarh (UT) | 40 |
| Chhattisgarh | 76 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli (UT) | 7 |
| Delhi (UT) | 172 |
| Goa | 10 |
| Gujarat | 573 |
| Haryana | 71 |
| Jammu and Kashmir (UT) | 11 |
| Jharkhand | 30 |
| Karnataka | 537 |
| Kerala | 89 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 94 |
| Maharashtra | 388 |
| Manipur | 8 |
| Mizoram | 6 |
| Odisha | 50 |
| Puducherry (UT) | 10 |
| Punjab | 132 |
| Rajasthan | 320 |
| Tamil Nadu | 223 |
| Telangana | 193 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 558 |
| Uttarakhand | 30 |
| West Bengal | 153 |
| Total | 4000 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
- What is the duration and nature of the apprenticeship?
- The apprenticeship is a 12-month on-the-job training program. Apprentices are considered trainees and will not be treated as employees of Bank of Baroda. They are not entitled to benefits available to regular or contractual employees of the bank.
- What is the stipend provided during the apprenticeship?
- The stipend varies based on the branch location:
- Metro/Urban Branches: ₹15,000 per month
- Rural/Semi-Urban Branches: ₹12,000 per month
- The stipend varies based on the branch location: