Axis Bank Retail Lending Program – Start Your Career as Assistant Manager | ₹4.42 LPA

Your Fast-Track Career in India’s Fastest-Growing Banking Department


The Axis Bank Retail Lending Program is a comprehensive 1-year program in association with UNext Manipal Academy of BFSI designed to transform young graduates into skilled banking professionals, ensuring a successful career with Axis Bank.

✅ Starting CTC: ₹4,42,000* | ✅ Designation: Assistant Manager | ✅ PGD from Manipal MAHE | ✅ Fastest-Growing Department


Program Overview – At a Glance

  • Program Name: Axis Bank Retail Lending Program
  • Bank Partner: Axis Bank – 3rd Largest Private Sector Bank in India
  • Training Partner: UNext Manipal Academy of BFSI
  • Job Role: Assistant Manager – Retail Lending
  • CTC Package: ₹4,42,000* (Inclusive of Non-Cashable Loan Benefits & Bonuses)
  • Certification: Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) from Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
  • Program Duration: 12 Months (4+3+5 months structure)
  • Training Location: UNext Manipal Academy of BFSI Campus, Bengaluru
  • Program Fee: ₹2,55,000 + 18% GST
  • Eligibility: Graduates (any discipline) with 50%+ marks

Program Highlights – Why Choose Axis Retail Lending?

  • 💼 Guaranteed Job: Receive Provisional Offer Letter before training begins
  • 💰 Attractive CTC: ₹4,42,000* inclusive of non-cashable loan benefits & bonuses
  • 🎓 Manipal PG Diploma: Post Graduate Diploma from Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
  • 💵 Earn While You Learn: ₹5,000 stipend during classroom training + salary from month 5
  • 🏠 Residential Training: 4 months at Bengaluru campus with boarding & lodging included
  • 📈 Fast-Growth Department: Lending is the fastest-growing department in Axis Bank
  • 🏆 Highest Incentives: Earn significantly more than base salary through performance
  • 📊 Market Demand: Lending professionals are the most sought-after in the industry

Program Structure – Your 12-Month Journey

Phase 1: Campus Training (4 Months)

  • Location: Manipal Academy Campus, Bengaluru
  • Activities: Classroom training, retail lending specialization, banking fundamentals
  • Stipend: ₹5,000 per month

Phase 2: Internship (3 Months)

  • Location: Axis Bank Branches
  • Activities: Practical banking experience, customer interactions, lending operations

Phase 3: On-the-Job Training (5 Months)

  • Location: Axis Bank Branches
  • Activities: Real-world lending, sales, portfolio management

Final Placement (Upon Completion)

  • Location: Axis Bank Branches across India
  • Role: Assistant Manager – Retail Lending

Earnings During Program

  • Classroom Training Stipend: ₹5,000 per month (4 months)
  • Salary from Month 5: During internship and OJT phases
  • Earn While You Learn: Total earnings during program exceed ₹1 lakh

Financial Details – Complete Breakdown

Salary Package

  • Starting CTC: ₹4,42,000*
  • Structure: Inclusive of non-cashable loan benefits & bonuses

Program Fee

  • Program Fee: ₹2,55,000 + 18% GST
  • What’s Included:
    • Training fees
    • Tuition
    • Boarding & Lodging for 4-month campus training
    • Learning resources
  • Funding Options:
    • Self-Fund: One-time payment at admission
    • Loan Options Available* (Loan approval required before arrival)

Why Choose Retail Lending?

  • 🏆 Highest Incentives: Earn significantly more than your base salary through performance
  • 📈 Fast Growth: Lending is the fastest-growing department in Axis Bank
  • 📊 Market Demand: Lending professionals are the most sought-after in the industry
  • 💼 Career Progression: Clear path from Assistant Manager to Branch Manager and beyond
  • 🎯 Skill Development: Master credit assessment, relationship management, and sales

Eligibility Criteria – Who Can Apply?

  • Qualification: Graduate in any discipline from recognized university
  • Minimum Marks: 50% or above in 10th, 12th, and Graduation
  • Age: Below 30 Years
  • Education Type: Full-time Graduates Only
  • CIBIL Score: > 700 (Candidates with no credit history / Score of 0 or -1 are also eligible)

Registration Process – Step by Step

Step 1: Application
Complete your application and pay ₹100 + GST assessment fee (Note: Fee does not guarantee selection)

Step 2: Selection – Level 1
Online Assessment (English, Maths & Analytical Skills)

Step 3: Selection – Level 2
Personal Interview with Axis Bank Panel

Step 4: Training
Receive an Axis Bank Provisional Offer Letter, then head to Bengaluru campus for 4 months immersive training

Step 5: Join Axis Bank
Transition directly to full-time role at Axis Bank after 12 months of the program


Apply Now:

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About the Partners

Axis Bank – India’s 3rd Largest Private Sector Bank

  • Rank: 3rd Largest Private Sector Bank in India
  • Established: 1994 – one of the first new generation private sector banks
  • Services: Entire spectrum of financial services
  • Customer Segments: Large and Mid-Corporates, MSME, Agriculture, Retail Businesses
  • Philosophy: Neighbourhood bank serving a billion lives with trust and customer centricity

Manipal Academy of BFSI – Premier BFSI Training Institution

  • Established: 2008
  • Parent: UNext Learning (backed by Manipal Education and Medical Group – MEMG)
  • Partnerships: 50+ leading banks, insurance, and NBFCs
  • Professionals Trained: 200,000+ professionals in BFSI sector
  • Specialization: Industry-relevant education for freshers and professionals
  • Key Areas: Operations, sales, lending, new-gen banking roles

Key Statistics

  • Partnership Legacy: 12+ Years of collaboration with Axis Bank
  • 1 in 5 Bankers: Is Our Alum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the Axis Bank Retail Lending Program?

A: The Axis Bank Retail Lending Program is a 12-month job-assured program in association with UNext Manipal Academy of BFSI, designed to transform graduates into skilled banking professionals with a guaranteed role as Assistant Manager in Axis Bank’s retail lending department.

Q: What role will candidates be trained for?

A: Candidates are trained for the role of Assistant Manager at Axis Bank.

Q: What is the program duration?

A: The program duration is 12 months:

  • 4 months Campus Training
  • 3 months Internship
  • 5 months On-the-Job Training

Q: Is there a stipend during training?

A: Yes:

  • ₹5,000 stipend during classroom training (4 months)
  • Salary from month 5 during internship and OJT

Q: What certification will I receive?

A: You will receive a Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) from Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE).

Q: What is the program fee?

A: The program fee is ₹2,55,000 + 18% GST, covering training, tuition, boarding, and lodging for 4-month campus training.

Q: What is the salary package?

A: The starting CTC is ₹4,42,000*, inclusive of non-cashable loan benefits and bonuses.

Q: What are the payment options?

A: You can:

  • Self-Fund: One-time payment at admission
  • Loan Options Available* (loan approval required before arrival)

Q: What is the eligibility criteria?

A: You need:

  • Graduate in any discipline
  • 50% or above in 10th, 12th, and Graduation
  • Age: < 30 years
  • Full-time graduates only
  • CIBIL Score > 700 (or no credit history is eligible)

Q: What is the selection process?

A: The selection process includes:

  • Online Application (₹100 + GST assessment fee)
  • Level 1: Online Assessment (English, Maths, Analytical Skills)
  • Level 2: Personal Interview with Axis Bank Panel
  • Provisional Offer Letter
  • Training at Bengaluru campus
  • Join Axis Bank

Q: Is the job guaranteed?

A: Yes, you receive a Provisional Offer Letter before training begins. Upon successful completion, you transition directly to full-time role at Axis Bank.

Q: Where is the training conducted?

A: Training is conducted at UNext Manipal Academy of BFSI campus in Bengaluru.

Q: Why choose Retail Lending specialization?

A: Because:

  • Highest Incentives: Earn significantly more than base salary through performance
  • Fast Growth: Lending is the fastest-growing department in Axis Bank
  • Market Demand: Lending professionals are the most sought-after in the industry

Q: How long has Axis Bank partnered with Manipal?

A: The partnership spans 12+ years, making it one of the most trusted banking programs in India.

Q: What does “1 in 5 Bankers is Our Alum” mean?

A: This means that 1 out of every 5 bankers in certain roles at Axis Bank are graduates of Axis Bank programs – a testament to its quality and success.

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