JK Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 614 Posts

JK Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by Jammu & Kashmir Bank for the engagement of 614 apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 (NATS). This recruitment drive presents an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking to gain valuable experience in a banking environment. The apprentices will be engaged for a duration of one year across various branches and offices in the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and the Rest of India.

The online registration process commenced on 20 April 2026 and will continue until 03 May 2026. Graduates who completed their studies on or after 01 January 2022 are eligible to apply. Interested candidates can find the official notification and apply through the links provided below. For more information, please visit the official website at www.jkb.bank.in.

Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official notification before applying.

Note: All information is sourced from the official notification. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.

JK Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Overview

JK Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

JK Bank Apprentices Vacancy 2026

UT of J&K – Vacancy Distribution (461 Posts)

UT of Ladakh – Vacancy Distribution (18 Posts)

Rest of India (ROI) – Vacancy Distribution (135 Posts)

Note: 1 vacancy each reserved for PwBD (Horizontal) in Delhi, Mumbai/Greater Mumbai & Mohali clusters.

JK Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

JK Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

JK Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection of apprentices for JK Bank 2026 will be based entirely on merit obtained in an Online Written Examination of an objective type. The examination consists of 100 questions of 100 marks to be completed in 60 minutes (1 hour), divided into two sections: General Awareness & English Comprehension (50 questions, 50 marks, 30 minutes) and Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning Ability (50 questions, 50 marks, 30 minutes).

There is a penalty for wrong answers – one-fourth (1/4th) of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for each wrong answer. No penalty applies for unattempted questions. The online examination will be conducted only in English. The merit list will be drawn district/region and category-wise, with candidates placed according to their aggregate marks in descending order. In case two or more candidates score equal marks, they will be ranked based on age in descending order (older candidate ranked higher).

A wait list of 50% of notified vacancies will be maintained for one year from the date of the result or till the next engagement exercise, whichever is earlier. The Bank reserves the right to conduct any other test or follow any other selection criteria at its discretion.

Additional Benefits for J&K / Ladakh Domicile Apprentices (on Future Recruitment):

• Relaxation of one year in age for appointment in the Banking Associate cadre after successful completion of the Apprenticeship programme (applicable exclusively for the domicile of UTs of J&K and Ladakh).
• An additional 2.5% of maximum marks (i.e., 2.5 marks out of 100) will be added to the score in the online written test, subject to the condition that total marks (including bonus marks) do not exceed maximum marks (applicable exclusively for the domicile of UTs of J&K and Ladakh).

JK Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Application Form

The application form for JK Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is available exclusively through the online mode on the official JK Bank website at www.jkb.bank.in. No offline or paper-based application form will be accepted under any circumstances. Before filling the online application form, candidates must first complete their registration on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal at https://nats.education.gov.in and obtain their enrolment number. Candidates must ensure that their Mobile number, Aadhaar, and Bank account are inter-linked and DBT is enabled in their bank account before proceeding with the application.

The online application form requires candidates to fill in personal details, educational qualification details, category details, district/area preference, and upload scanned documents, including a photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration in English. Candidates are advised to verify all details carefully before clicking the final “Complete Registration” button, as no changes will be permitted after final submission. After successful payment of the application fee, candidates must take a printout of the e-Receipt and the online application form for future reference.

Eligible candidates wishing to apply for JK Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 must complete the online application process between 20 April 2026 and 03 May 2026. Applications submitted after the closing date or through any mode other than online will not be considered.

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JK Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Salary / Stipend

How to Apply for JK Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website of JK Bank at www.jkb.bank.in.
2. Click on the “Engagement of Apprentices” link under the Careers tab.
3. Complete your registration on the Apprenticeship Portal at https://nats.education.gov.in and obtain your enrolment number.
4. Fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and category details.
5. Upload your photograph and signature as per specifications.
6. Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
7. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

💡 Expert Tip: Ensure all scanned documents are below the specified size limits to avoid upload issues.

JK Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Examination Centres

The online written examination for JK Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 will be conducted at designated centres across multiple cities. The examination will be held online at the venues mentioned in the respective call letters. No request for change of centre, venue, date, or session will be entertained under any circumstances. The choice of centre once exercised by the candidate is final.

Candidates will appear for the examination at their own risk and expense. Though the duration of the examination is 1 hour, candidates may be required to remain at the venue for approximately 4 hours to complete formalities such as document verification and login procedures. Candidates reporting late after the reporting time specified on the call letter will not be permitted to take the examination.

Available Examination Centres:

Srinagar, J&K | Bangalore, Karnataka | Pune, Maharashtra Jammu, J&K | Baramulla, J&K | Samba, J&K Leh, Ladakh | Kargil, Ladakh | Delhi / Delhi NCR Mumbai / Navi Mumbai / Thane / MMR, Maharashtra | Lucknow, U.P. | Chandigarh Mohali |

Documents Required at the Time of Engagement

Candidates who are shortlisted and called for engagement as apprentices must produce the following documents in original along with a self-attested photocopy at the time of engagement. Non-submission of any of the required documents will make the candidate ineligible for further participation in the engagement process. Candidates are advised to keep all documents ready well in advance to avoid last-minute delays. All documents must match exactly the details submitted in the online application form. Any discrepancy found in the documents at any stage of the process may lead to disqualification or termination of the apprenticeship, if already engaged.

• Valid system-generated printout of the online application
• Proof of Date of Birth (SSLC / Class X Certificate with DOB)
• A photocopy of the photo identity proof bearing the same name as in the online application
• Photocopy of Aadhaar and PAN Card
• Mark sheets and certificates of Graduation or equivalent qualification
• Two recent passport-size photographs
• Printout of Online Result
• Permanent Resident / Domicile Certificate
• Other qualification certificates (if any)
• Income and Asset Certificate issued by the competent authority (for EWS candidates)
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority in the Government of India, in the prescribed format (for SC/ST/OBC candidates); OBC certificate must contain the non-creamy layer clause and must be valid as on the date of notification
• PCP/Disability Certificate issued by the District Medical Board (for PwBD candidates)
• Scribe certificate, if used during examination

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