Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has released the official notification (Advt. No. HRDD/APPR/01/2025-26) on 8 August 2025 for the recruitment of 750 Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The selection process includes an online written exam, local language test, and document verification, offering graduates an excellent opportunity to gain practical banking exposure.
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB)Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025Advt No.: HRDD/APPR/01/2025-26 : Short Details of NotificationWWW.GOVFORMHUB.COM |
Vacancy Details (State- & Category-wise)
| Region / Category | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR (GEN) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All India (State-wise) | 169 | 61 | 272 | 32 | 216 | 750 |
For full state/UT breakdown including numbers like Tamil Nadu (200 posts), Uttar Pradesh (110), Maharashtra (85), etc., refer to the official notification.
Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025 : Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. For NATS-registered candidates: results must be declared between 01 April 2021 and 01 August 2025.
- Age Limit (as on 01 August 2025):
- General/EWS: 20–28 years (DOB between 01.08.1997 to 01.08.2005).
- Age relaxation applicable as per norms (SC/ST: +5 yrs; OBC: +3 yrs; PwBD, etc.)
Important Dates
- Notification Release: 8 August 2025
- Application Start Date: 10 August 2025
- Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: 20 August 2025
- Tentative Online Exam Date: 24 August 2025
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (including 18% GST) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹944 (₹800 + ₹144) |
| SC / ST / Women | ₹708 (₹600 + ₹108) |
| PwBD | ₹472 (₹400 + ₹72) |
Application Process : Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official IOB website—iob.in → Careers → “Engagement of Apprentices under Apprentices Act, 1961” → Notification dated 8 August 2025.
- Click on “Apply Online”.
- Register and fill in personal, academic, and local language details.
- Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per format.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and print/save the confirmation page.
Selection Process
- Stage 1: Online Written Examination (100 marks, 90 minutes; sections include General Awareness, English, Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude, Computer/Subject Knowledge).
- Stage 2: Local Language Proficiency Test.
- Stage 3: Document Verification.
Tips for Applicants
- Read the official notification PDF thoroughly before applying.
- Ensure correct date of birth and category details to avoid disqualification.
- Prepare for all four exam sections; practice local language proficiency too.
- Submit application well before 20 August 2025 to avoid technical issues.
- Keep all documents and the confirmation printout safe for further rounds.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | English |
FAQs : Indian Overseas Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply?
A1. 20 August 2025 (also last date to pay fee).
Q2. How many vacancies per state?
A2. Total 750, distributed across states/UTs and categories based on reservation; eg. Tamil Nadu (200), Uttar Pradesh (110), Maharashtra (85), etc.
Q3. What is the exact application fee?
A3.
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹944
- SC/ST/Women: ₹708
- PwBD: ₹472
Q4. What are the key dates?
A4. Notification: 8 August 2025; Apply: 10–20 August 2025; Exam: 24 August 2025 (tentative).
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