J&K Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for graduates looking to kickstart their careers in the banking sector. The Jammu & Kashmir Bank has officially released a notification to engage 614 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, across various regions including J&K, Ladakh, and Rest of India. Candidates aged 20 to 28 can apply online starting April 20, 2026. This recruitment features a 12-month training period with a combined monthly stipend of up to Rs. 13,500. It is a straightforward and excellent way to gain hands-on banking experience.
J&K Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
Criteria
Details
Organization
Jammu & Kashmir Bank (J&K Bank)
Post Name
Apprentice
Total Vacancies
614
Job Location
J&K, Ladakh, and Rest of India
Official Website
www.jkb.bank.in / jkb.bank.in
Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
April 17, 2026
Application Start Date
20-04-2026
Last Date For Registration
26-04-2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
26-04-2026
Admit Card Release Date
To be communicated separately
Exam Date
To be communicated separately
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS
Rs. 700/-
SC / ST / PwBD
Rs. 500/-
Payment Mode
Online (Debit/Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Wallets)
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)
Minimum Age
20 Years
Maximum Age
28 Years
Age Relaxation
Applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories as per Government guidelines
J&K Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Information
Details
Total Posts
614
Post Name
Apprentice
Advt No.
JKB/HR/Rectt/2026-182
J&K Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Criteria
Requirement
Educational Qualification
Graduation passed on or after 01.01.2022 from a recognized University/Institute.
Language Proficiency
Must be proficient in the local/official language of the respective region and should have studied it in 10th or 12th standard.
Other Criteria
Should not have undergone apprenticeship earlier or possess 1 year or more of job experience.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Reservation Availability
General (UR)
Available across regions
SC / ST
Reserved as per district/state distribution
OBC / SEBC / ALC / IB
Reserved as per regional guidelines (Non-Creamy Layer only for OBC)
EWS
Reserved as per Govt of India guidelines
State-Wise Vacancy Details
Region
Vacancies & Eligibility
UT of J&K
461 Vacancies. Candidates applying must know the local language of the district.
UT of Ladakh
18 Vacancies (Leh & Kargil). Candidates must know the local language.
Rest of India (ROI)
135 Vacancies across Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow, Bangalore, and Mohali. Candidates must know the respective local language.
Important Documents Required
Document
Description
Identity Proof
Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or similar valid photo ID
Date of Birth Proof
10th Standard Certificate with DOB
Educational Proof
Mark Sheets and Graduation Certificate
Regional Proof
Permanent Resident / Domicile Certificate
Other Certificates
Category/Caste Certificate (if applicable), Income/Asset Certificate for EWS, or Disability Certificate for PwBD
Syllabus Overview
Subject
Description
General Awareness & English Comprehension
General knowledge, banking awareness, and basic English language skills.
Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning Ability
Mathematical problem solving and logical reasoning.
Exam Pattern
Subject
Questions
Marks
Duration
Gen. Awareness & English
50
50
30 minutes
Quant. Aptitude & Reasoning
50
50
30 minutes
Total
100
100
60 minutes (Penalty: 1/4th mark for wrong answers)
Selection Process
Stage
Details
Stage 1
Online Written Test (Objective Type) conducted in English
Stage 2
Document Verification and Medical Fitness verification
