Job Notification: Engagement of Cooperative Interns at The Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd. (APCOB) and District Cooperative Central Banks (DCCBs)
Organization Name
The Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd. (APCOB) and 13 District Cooperative Central Banks (DCCBs), Andhra Pradesh.
Designation
Cooperative Interns
Location Details
- Street Address: #27-29-28, NTR Sahakara Bhavan, Governorpet
- City: Vijayawada
- District: NTR District
- State: Andhra Pradesh
- Country: India
- Postal Code: 520002
Vacancies
Total Vacancies: 14 (APCOB – 01, DCCBs – 13)
| Organization | Vacancy |
| AP State Cooperative Bank Ltd (APCOB) | 01 |
| Srikakulam DCCB | 01 |
| Vizianagaram DCCB | 01 |
| Visakhapatnam DCCB | 01 |
| Kakinada DCCB | 01 |
| Eluru DCCB | 01 |
| Krishna DCCB | 01 |
| Guntur DCCB | 01 |
| Prakasam DCCB | 01 |
| Nellore DCCB | 01 |
| Kurnool DCCB | 01 |
| Chittoor DCCB | 01 |
| Kadapa DCCB | 01 |
| Anantapur DCCB | 01 |
Base Salary
Selected Cooperative Interns will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹25,000/-. TA/DA will be provided on par with the Staff Assistants of the respective Banks. No other allowances or benefits are admissible.
Employment Type
Internship for a duration of One Year. No further extensions will be provided.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 01 September 2025
- Last Date for Submission of Application: 15 September 2025 (up to 05:00 PM)
Application Process
The application should be submitted in hardcopy, either directly or by Speed Post. The envelope must be superscribed with:
APPLICATION FOR COOPERATIVE INTERNSHIP
Submission Address:
The Deputy General Manager,
Human Resource Department,
The Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd.,
NTR Sahakara Bhavan, Governorpet,
Vijayawada – 520002. Eligibility Criteria
- MBA or equivalent in Marketing Management / Cooperative Management / Agri Business Management / Rural Development Management from a recognized university/institution approved by the Government of India or its regulatory bodies.
- OR a 2-year PGDM course from an AICTE/UGC recognized institution.
- Proficiency in computers is essential.
- Age: Minimum 21 years and Maximum 30 years as on 01.09.2025.
- Medical Fitness: Engagement is subject to medical fitness as per the Bank’s requirements.
Reservation Details
No specific reservation details are mentioned. Selection is based purely on merit list.
Application Fees
No application fees are specified in the notification.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a merit list prepared organization-wise (APCOB/DCCBs). Key details include:
- Applications will be scrutinized by a Committee appointed by the Bank.
- Merit list prepared on the basis of academic qualifications: SSC, 12th, Graduation, Post-Graduation, and additional qualifications.
- Weightage distribution is as follows:
| Qualification | Weightage of Marks |
| SSC | 10 |
| 10+2 (Intermediate) | 10 |
| Graduation | 10 |
| Post-Graduation | 10 |
| Additional Qualifications | 10 (2 marks per qualification, max 10) |
- Candidates ranked by aggregate marks in descending order.
- In case of ties, older candidates ranked higher.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification at APCOB Head Office, Vijayawada.
- Final selection only after document verification.
- Reserve list candidates may be engaged if vacancies arise.
Roles and Duties of Cooperative Interns
- Interns will be associated with PACS Cell in APCOB or with PACS Development Cell (PDC) in the concerned DCCB.
- They will coordinate with PACS and other primary cooperatives and provide necessary guidance for implementation of initiatives taken by the Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India.
- Interns will be responsible for addressing day-to-day issues faced by PACS such as computerization, business plans, financing, approvals, and other operational matters.
- Weekly status reports on implementation of initiatives must be prepared and shared in coordination with DCCB/APCOB.
Appointment and Termination
- Upon final selection, interns must execute a Service Bond to serve the Bank for one year.
- Interns must deposit their academic qualification certificates at the time of joining, which will be returned after completion of tenure.
- Internship may be terminated by either side with one month’s notice.
- If an intern leaves before completing one year, they must pay a compensation of ₹15,000. Failure to do so may lead to legal action by the Bank.
Conduct and Discipline
- Interns will be governed by the conduct and discipline rules of APCOB/DCCBs.
- Confidentiality of all documents, reports, and information must be maintained. Disclosure may lead to legal action.
- Interns are prohibited from interacting with or representing the Bank to media or on social media without prior approval.
- Professional behavior is expected in all dealings with the Bank and the public.
Other Terms and Conditions
- This internship is neither an employment nor a guarantee of future employment with APCOB or associated organizations.
- Internship may be discontinued without financial benefit if performance is unsatisfactory or if absent without authorization.
- Transport, hostel, or accommodation facilities are not provided.
- Engagement is provisional and subject to verification of documents, character, and antecedents.
- Medical fitness certification from qualified practitioners is required.
- All disputes will fall under the jurisdiction of courts in Vijayawada.
- The Managing Director, APCOB reserves the right to modify any clause or selection process at any time.
Announcements
All further updates, announcements, or details related to this process will be published only on the official website of APCOB. No separate advertisements will be issued.
Disclaimer
If at any stage it is found that a candidate does not fulfill eligibility norms or has furnished incorrect/false information, their candidature will be canceled. Even after appointment, if discrepancies are found, the engagement will be terminated. Decisions of APCOB in all matters regarding eligibility, scrutiny, and selection will be final and binding.
Helpline and Contact Information
- Phone: 0866-2429012 / 0866-2429014 (available on working days from 10 AM to 5 PM)
- Email: hrd@apcob.org
