| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Recruitment Name | IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (FY 2026–27) |
| Total Vacancies | 750 Posts |
| Admit Card Status | Released |
| Admit Card Release Date | 29th July 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | 2nd August 2026 (Sunday) |
| Admit Card Delivery Mode | Sent to the candidate's registered email ID by BFSI SSC |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam, Local Language Proficiency Test & Document Verification |
| Official Website | iob.in ↗ |
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| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 7th July 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 27th July 2026 (extended from 20th July 2026) |
| Mock Test Link Availability | Till 1st August 2026 |
| IOB Apprentice Admit Card Release Date | 29th July 2026 |
| IOB Apprentice Online Exam Date | 2nd August 2026 |
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Candidates can download their IOB Apprentice Call Letter 2026 by following these steps:
- Open the registered email ID that was used during the application process.
- Look for the email sent by BFSI SSC containing the IOB Apprentice Call Letter 2026.
- Open the email and click on the admit card download link, or download the attached PDF if provided.
- Check every detail on the admit card, including your name, roll number, exam date, reporting time, and exam-day instructions.
- Download and save the admit card on your device.
- Take at least two clear printouts of the hall ticket and carry one along with a valid photo ID on exam day.
Candidates should verify each of the following details carefully upon downloading their call letter:
- Candidate's Full Name & Roll Number
- Registration Number & Post Discipline (Apprentice)
- Exam Date, Shift Timing & Reporting Time
- Complete Name & Address of Exam Centre (or remote exam instructions, as applicable)
- Candidate's Photograph & Digital Signature
- Category & Gender
- Exam Day Rules & Code of Conduct
The online examination consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks, to be completed in 90 minutes, across four sections:
| Section | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Computer or Subject Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
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Total exam duration: 90 minutes.
IOB Apprentice Admit Card 2026: Important Instructions- Carry a clear printed copy of the IOB Apprentice Call Letter along with an original photo ID such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving Licence.
- Check the reporting time mentioned on your admit card and reach the reporting location (exam centre, or your home setup if the exam is confirmed as remote-proctored) well ahead of the scheduled time.
- Do not carry mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices, or any study material into the examination hall, if attending at a physical centre.
- Ensure your photograph, signature, and other personal details on the admit card are clearly visible before exam day.
- If the exam is remote-proctored, ensure a working device with a front camera, microphone, and stable internet connection, as per the instructions on your specific call letter.
If any discrepancy is found on the admit card, candidates should act promptly:
- Verify the name, date of birth, and category details carefully.
- Check whether the photograph and signature are clearly visible.
- Confirm the exam date, time, and exam centre/mode details.
- Contact the helpdesk through the official support channels on iob.in or the BFSI SSC portal if any information is incorrect.
- Keep the application form and registration details ready while requesting corrections.
- Download the corrected IOB Apprentice Admit Card PDF once the issue is resolved.
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| iob.in ↗ | Official IOB website |
| IOB Apprentice Admit Card 2026 Notice PDF ↗ | IOB Apprentice Admit Card 2026 |
| IOB Apprentice Official Notification PDF ↗ | Full recruitment notification (750 vacancies) |
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FAQ Q2. What should candidates do if there is an error in the IOB Apprentice hall ticket 2026 details?
Candidates should contact the IOB or BFSI SSC helpdesk through the official support email or helpline to get the error rectified before the exam date.
FAQ Q3. Is the hard copy of the IOB Apprentice Admit Card sent by post?
No. IOB does not dispatch physical hall tickets by post. Every candidate must download and print the admit card from the link sent to their registered email.
FAQ Q4. What is the IOB Apprentice Exam Date 2026?
The IOB Apprentice online exam is scheduled for 2nd August 2026.
FAQ Q5. How many vacancies are there in IOB Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
IOB has announced 750 Apprentice vacancies under this recruitment cycle.