RPSC RAS Recruitment 2026- Apply Online for 607 Lucrative State & Subordinate Vacancies (Advt No. 02/2026-27)
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC)
📍 Rajasthan
Application Started
03 July 2026
Age
20-28 Years
Min Qualification
Graduation
Location
All India
Stepping into the banking sector is a dream for millions of young graduates across India, and the latest announcement from the Bank of Baroda (BoB) provides a massive launchpad. Under the Apprentices Act of 1961, this premier public sector bank is opening its doors to corporate training on a grand scale. This initiative offers young aspirants a meticulous look into modern banking operations, financial technologies, and customer service excellence. It is designed to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world banking challenges, making it a highly sought-after resume builder for anyone aiming for a long-term corporate or financial career.
Participating in this intensive professional program signals high institutional quality to future employers. While this stint is a specialized training framework rather than regular employment, the practical wisdom gained inside one of India’s most trusted banking institutions is incredibly lucrative. Working alongside experienced bankers helps candidates build the foundational confidence required to ace competitive future banking exams and navigate the grueling realities of the financial services industry.
Candidates must hold a Graduation Degree in any Discipline from a university recognized by the Central Government. For candidates registering under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS), the degree completion date must fall within 4 years preceding the official cut-off date of May 1, 2026. Additionally, candidates with over a year of corporate work or training experience post-graduation are ineligible.
The application fees are mandatory and non-refundable, to be paid online to the BFSI Sector Skill Council.
Candidate Category | Total Application Fee / Charges |
General, EWS, and OBC (Male Candidates) | Rs. 800/- plus applicable GST |
General, EWS, and OBC (Female / Transgender Candidates) | Rs. 600/- plus applicable GST |
Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Rs. 200/- plus applicable GST |
Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | Rs. 200/- plus applicable GST |
As a banking apprentice, your day-to-day routine involves an active learning experience right at the heart of daily branch operations. This is primarily a desk-based administrative role where you will support the branch team with day-to-day customer service management, digital account onboarding, data entry processing, and explaining various financial products to everyday visitors. You will become a vital link in driving digital financial inclusion, especially across tier-2 and tier-3 branch networks.
By guiding rural and semi-urban customers through digital applications and banking kiosks, your work directly impacts real-world digital literacy. The hands-on exposure teaches you how retail banking functions, how customer grievances are resolved, and how financial documentation is maintained under strict regulatory standards.
This opportunity is ideal for fresh graduates who are eager to break into the corporate world or corporate finance but lack relevant desk experience. If you possess strong communication skills, enjoy interacting with people, and have a natural affinity for basic computer systems and arithmetic, you will thrive here. It is particularly valuable for aspirants preparing for future bank probationary officer or clerk exams, as it offers direct operational context that makes standard syllabus topics much easier to understand.
If you are strictly searching for immediate permanent government tenure with fixed long-term benefits from day one, this trainee position may not meet your expectations. It is also less suited for individuals who prefer isolated, non-customer-facing technical fields, or those who find continuous interpersonal interaction and public dealing exhausting.
The base age constraint requires candidates to be between 20 and 28 years old as of May 1, 2026. However, statutory age relaxations apply cleanly for reserved categories:
SC / ST Candidates: 5 years relaxation (Up to 33 years total).
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 3 years relaxation (Up to 31 years total).
PwBD Candidates: 10 years for General/EWS, 13 years for OBC, and 15 years for SC/ST profiles.
Note: Candidates under the NAPS portal layout must still be under 34 years old on the cut-off date.
As this engagement represents a structured training layout under legal statutory guidelines rather than regular employment, the selected candidates are not eligible for traditional allowances, basic pay matrix tiers, or organizational employee benefits.
Instead, apprentices receive a steady monthly stipend of Rs. 15,000/- throughout the fixed 12-month duration of their on-the-job training program. Leave policies, daily working conditions, and authorized holidays are strictly governed by standard Government of India apprentice directives.
The bank has announced a provisional total of 5,000 training seats distributed across various states and union territories. Below is a snapshot of the seat distribution across various regions:
Gujarat: 960 seats
Uttar Pradesh: 764 seats
Maharashtra: 580 seats
Karnataka: 483 seats
Rajasthan: 412 seats
Tamil Nadu: 199 seats
West Bengal: 194 seats
Andhra Pradesh: 188 seats
Bihar: 179 seats
Madhya Pradesh: 136 seats
Chhattisgarh: 122 seats
Kerala: 111 seats
Odisha: 92 seats
Haryana: 84 seats
Telangana: 83 seats
Punjab: 78 seats
Uttarakhand: 76 seats
(Note: Multiple other states have allocations ranging from 1 to 64 seats, making the overall aggregate exactly 5,000 seats ).
Aadhaar Card: Color scan of front and back combined in a single JPEG image file (size under 1 MB).
PAN Card: Clear color scan copy in JPEG format (size under 1 MB).
Passport-size Photograph: High-quality recent color photograph in JPEG format (under 1 MB).
Candidate Signature: Done clearly on clean white paper, scanned in JPEG format (under 1 MB).
Educational Marksheets: Class 10th, Class 12th, and final Graduation Degree/Provisional certificates scanned neatly as individual PDF files (each under 1 MB).
Banking Details: A scanned copy of your savings bank passbook front page or a cancelled cheque leaf in PDF format (under 1 MB).
Category Certificates: Valid SC/ST/OBC or EWS certificate documents issued by authorized government bodies, matching legal formatting instructions letter-by-letter.
Follow these steps carefully to ensure your application is accepted:
National Portal Onboarding: First, register your profile on the official government apprentice platforms: either the NAPS portal (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) or the NATS portal (https://nats.education.gov.in). Fill out your personal details completely and note down your unique Enrolment ID or Apprentice Code.
Locating the Vacancy: Within the NATS/NAPS dashboard, use the "Apply against advertised vacancies" tool or search for Bank of Baroda under the establishment search bar to select your desired state opportunity.
The Email Invitation link: Once you successfully complete this preliminary state link, keep an eye on your email inbox for an invitation from info@bfsissc.com. This email will contain the official link to the final Application cum Examination Form.
Form Filling: Click the provided link and carefully fill out your personal information, chosen training locations (up to 3 preferences within your applied state), and your respective reservation category.
Document Uploading: Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and educational marksheets. Make sure the file sizes and formats strictly match the system parameters to avoid automated upload errors.
Fee Payment: Proceed to the secure payment processing interface to submit your non-refundable application fee using an online payment method.
Form Preservation: Once the payment is processed successfully, you will receive a confirmation email containing your completed application form. Print out a physical copy of this document and save your acknowledgement number securely for future reference.
The comprehensive selection matrix consists of three primary assessment layers:
Online Examination: A remotely proctored objective test.
Document Verification: A thorough cross-check of your original academic and caste certificates.
Local Language Proficiency Test: Verification of your reading, writing, and speaking skills in your chosen state's regional language.
Subject / Section | Total Questions | Maximum Marks | Composite Duration | Language Medium |
General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | Numbers integrated into a single 60-minute window | Hindi / English |
Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 60 minutes total | Hindi / English |
Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | 60 minutes total | Hindi / English |
General English | 25 | 25 | 60 minutes total | English exclusively |
Total Assessment | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes | Dual Medium |
The winning move: Because there is no negative marking for wrong answers in this objective test, maximizing your overall speed and attempt count is critical. Focus on mastering basic arithmetic operations, percentage metrics, data interpretations, and fundamental logical reasoning shortcuts. For the financial awareness segment, review basic banking terms and primary monetary policies over the past six months. Spend fifteen minutes daily practicing computer vocabulary and keyboard shortcuts to score highly in the technology section.
Q1: Can final-year students apply for this apprentice training intake?
Ans: No. Candidates must already possess their final graduation degree marksheet or a valid provisional degree certificate as of the official cut-off date to be considered eligible.
Q2: Is there a negative marking system in the proctored online exam?
Ans: No, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers in the objective test layout, allowing you to attempt all questions safely.
Q3: Can I apply for vacancies in more than one state?
Ans: No. Candidates are explicitly restricted to applying for a training seat within one single State or Union Territory.
Q4: Will I receive regular employment opportunities at the bank after completing my 12-month training?
Ans: No. This is a pure training program. The bank is under no structural or legal obligation to offer regular or contractual employment after your apprenticeship ends.
Q5: What happens if I accidentally upload a blurry photograph or signature?
Ans: Uploading unreadable documents can lead to the summary rejection of your application without prior notice. Always review your file clarity before hitting final submission.
Q6: Who is exempt from taking the local language proficiency test?
Ans: Candidates who can produce a Class 10th or 12th standard marksheet proving they studied the chosen regional language as part of their official school curriculum are exempt from the language test.
Q7: From where can I give the proctored online exam?
Ans: Since the test is remotely proctored, you can take it from any private location, including your home, using a smartphone, laptop, or desktop computer equipped with a functional camera, microphone, and a stable internet connection.
Q8: Are hostel accommodations or travel reimbursements provided during the training period?
Ans: No. The bank does not provide transport, hostel facilities, or residential accommodations. Candidates must also manage all travel expenses for document verification at their own cost.
Q9: Can I modify my category choices after submitting my online application form?
Ans: No. Once you submit your form, changes to your category choice, exam center, or basic personal details are strictly prohibited under any circumstances.
Q10: What happens if I drop out or get terminated from another apprenticeship elsewhere?
Ans: If you have previously undergone, or are currently pursuing, an apprenticeship program with any other organization, you are ineligible to apply. Misrepresentations regarding past training will result in immediate termination and the potential recovery of any paid stipend.