Kotak NextGen Bankers Programme (Career Pathway 2025)
Start your journey with Kotak Mahindra Bank through the Kotak NextGen Bankers Programme — a one-year, skill-based learning initiative in collaboration with Manipal Academy of BFSI and ITM Skills University. Learn the essentials of banking, digital operations, customer management, and gain a direct entry bank job opportunity after successful completion.
Course Overview — Kotak NextGen Programme
The Kotak NextGen Careers Programme is an exclusive opportunity for graduates to build their future in the banking industry. It combines academic and practical learning through a structured approach that ensures you’re prepared for real-world financial operations and customer service. As a graduate banking programme, it offers exposure to skill-based learning and direct placement opportunities within Kotak Mahindra Bank.
| Programme | Kotak NextGen Bankers Programme |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Partner Institutes | Manipal Academy of BFSI & ITM Skills University |
| Mode | Classroom + On-the-Job + Internship |
| Placement | Direct Entry into Kotak Mahindra Bank (subject to performance) |
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for this Kotak Mahindra Bank NextGen initiative, candidates must meet the following requirements. The programme is ideal for freshers and early-career professionals who want to step into a banking career for graduates with national-level exposure.
| Qualification | Graduate in any stream (minimum 50%) |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Up to 27 years |
| Experience | Freshers Preferred |
Programme Structure & Stipend
This one-year skill-based learning structure ensures candidates acquire both technical and operational skills through stepwise exposure. Each phase of this graduate banking programme enhances your professional development and provides financial support through a structured stipend plan.
| Stage | Description | Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Campus Phase | Foundation training at partner university | ₹5,000 / month |
| On-the-Job Training | Practical exposure at Kotak branches | ₹10,000 / month |
| Internship | Real-world project and final assessment | ₹25,000 / month |
Selection Process
The Kotak NextGen Bankers Programme follows a transparent, merit-based selection process. The process ensures candidates are capable of excelling in banking operations and financial services.
- Online Registration
- Online Assessment Test
- Personal Interview
- Final Admission and Enrollment
Career Benefits
Upon completion, participants secure a direct entry bank job with Kotak Mahindra Bank. This Kotak NextGen Bankers Programme equips learners with industry-ready skills, hands-on experience, and professional exposure, ensuring a strong start in the world of finance and banking.
- Assured job opportunity at Kotak Mahindra Bank post-programme
- Industry-relevant, skill-based training
- Professional exposure to retail and digital banking operations
- Improved employability through structured internship and OJT