Bank of Baroda Apprentice Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026, Subject-wise Official Syllabus

The Bank of Baroda has officially released the Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification for 5000 Apprentice posts under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Candidates preparing for the BOB Apprentice Online Examination 2026 must thoroughly understand the latest officially prescribed syllabus, exam pattern, marking scheme, selection process, and local language requirements to maximize their preparation.

The Bank of Baroda Apprentice Exam 2026 will be conducted through an online computer-based test followed by document verification and a local language proficiency test. The syllabus is designed to assess candidates’ banking awareness, aptitude, reasoning ability, English language proficiency, and computer knowledge.

The selection process consists of three stages:

1. Online Examination

Candidates have to appear for an online objective test covering four sections.

2. Document Verification

Candidates qualifying in the online exam will be called for document verification.

3. Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT)

Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the local language of the state applied for.

There is no interview in the Bank of Baroda Apprentice Recruitment 2026 selection process.

The Bank of Baroda Apprentice Exam Pattern 2026 has been officially prescribed in the notification PDF.

• Mode of Exam: Online CBT
• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 60 Minutes
• Question Type: Objective MCQs
• Negative Marking: No
• Sectional Timing: No
• Medium: Hindi & English

The Bank of Baroda Apprentice Syllabus 2026 covers four important sections:

1. General / Financial Awareness
2. Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude
3. Computer Knowledge
4. General English

Below is the detailed subject-wise syllabus based on the official recruitment notification and latest banking exam trends.

This section tests banking awareness, current affairs, and financial knowledge.

Banking Awareness

• History of Banking
• Types of Banks
• RBI Functions
• Monetary Policy
• Financial Institutions
• Banking Reforms
• Banking Abbreviations
• Important Banking Terminologies

Financial Awareness

• Budget & Economic Survey
• Inflation
• Repo Rate
• Reverse Repo Rate
• CRR & SLR
• Capital Market
• Stock Exchange

Current Affairs

• National Current Affairs
• International Current Affairs
• Government Schemes
• Important Reports & Indexes
• Awards & Honors
• Sports News
• Summits & Conferences

Digital Banking

• UPI
• Internet Banking
• NEFT / RTGS / IMPS
• Digital Payments
• Financial Technology Trends

This section evaluates candidates’ numerical and logical problem-solving skills.

Quantitative Aptitude Topics

Arithmetic

• Percentage
• Profit & Loss
• Ratio & Proportion
• Partnership
• Average
• Time & Work
• Pipe & Cistern
• Time, Speed & Distance
• Boat & Stream
• Mixture & Allegation
• Simple Interest
• Compound Interest

Number Based Topics

• Simplification
• Approximation
• Number Series
• Quadratic Equation

Data Interpretation

• Table DI
• Pie Chart
• Line Graph
• Bar Graph
• Caselet DI

Puzzles & Seating Arrangement

• Circular Arrangement
• Linear Arrangement
• Floor Puzzle
• Box Puzzle
• Scheduling Puzzle

Logical Reasoning

• Syllogism
• Blood Relation
• Coding-Decoding
• Direction Sense
• Inequality
• Ranking
• Input Output
• Alphanumeric Series

Analytical Reasoning

• Statement & Conclusion
• Cause & Effect
• Course of Action

The Computer Knowledge section checks candidates’ awareness regarding computer fundamentals and digital banking systems.

Computer Fundamentals

• Basics of Computers
• Hardware & Software
• Input & Output Devices
• Memory Devices

Operating Systems

• Windows
• Linux Basics

MS Office

• MS Word
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint

Internet & Networking

• Internet Basics
• Networking Concepts
• Email
• LAN & WAN

Cyber Security

• Computer Viruses
• Malware
• Cyber Safety
• Digital Security

Banking Technology

• Core Banking
• Digital Banking
• Mobile Banking
• UPI Systems

Advanced Topics

• Cloud Computing
• Artificial Intelligence Basics

The General English section tests grammar, comprehension, vocabulary, and sentence usage.

Reading Ability

• Reading Comprehension
• Cloze Test

Grammar

• Error Detection
• Sentence Correction
• Fill in the Blanks
• Subject-Verb Agreement
• Tenses
• Articles
• Prepositions

Vocabulary

• Synonyms
• Antonyms
• Idioms & Phrases
• One Word Substitution

Verbal Ability

• Para Jumbles
• Sentence Rearrangement
• Word Swapping
• Active & Passive Voice
• Direct & Indirect Speech

Candidates shortlisted in the online exam will be called for document verification.

Documents Required

• Online Application Form Printout
• Language Proficiency Test Call Letter
• Proof of Date of Birth
• Aadhaar Card / Photo ID Proof
• Graduation Certificates & Mark Sheets
• Caste Certificate (If Applicable)
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate
• Disability Certificate (If Applicable)
• Scribe Declaration (If Applicable)

Candidates must carry original documents for verification.

Candidates applying for a specific state must know at least one official local language of that state.

Candidates should be able to:

• Read
• Write
• Speak
• Understand

the local language fluently.

State-wise Local Languages

Focus More On

• Banking Awareness
• Current Affairs
• Puzzle Solving
• Simplification
• English Grammar

Daily Preparation Plan

• 2 Hours Quantitative Aptitude
• 2 Hours Reasoning
• 1 Hour English
• 1 Hour Banking Awareness

Recommended Practice

• Daily Mock Tests
• Previous Year Questions
• Current Affairs Revision
• Speed & Accuracy Practice