UCO Bank Recruitment 2026 – 530 Apprentice Posts

UCO Bank Apprentice Vacancy Details

UCO Bank has announced 530 provisional apprentice vacancies across 31 States and Union Territories for a one-year training period under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Out of these, West Bengal has been allocated 86 apprentice posts. Candidates can apply for only one State or UT, and the Bank reserves the right to allot training locations in any district within the chosen State or UT.

Eligibility Criteria for UCO Bank Apprentice

Candidates must hold a graduate degree from a recognized University or Institute approved by the Government of India. Crucially, the graduation mark sheets and provisional or final degree certificates must have been issued on or after 1 April 2022. Additionally, applicants must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding at least one local language of the State or UT they are applying for. Candidates who have previously undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training with UCO Bank or any other organization are ineligible.

Age Limit & Relaxation

The age of the candidate must be between 20 years and 28 years as on 1 October 2026. Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories as per government guidelines: 5 years for SC and ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and up to 15 years for PwBD (SC/ST) candidates. Widows, divorced women, and women legally separated from their husbands who have not remarried receive upper age relaxations up to 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 years for OBC, and 40 years for SC/ST applicants.

Application Fee

The application fee varies by candidate category and must be paid online between 14 October and 29 October 2026. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are required to pay an application fee of ₹200 plus GST. General, EWS, and OBC male candidates must pay ₹800 plus GST, while General, EWS, and OBC female or transgender candidates are charged ₹600 plus GST. The fee is strictly non-refundable under any circumstances.

Salary & Pay Scale

Apprentices engaged under this notification are entitled to a consolidated monthly stipend of ₹16,650 for the duration of one year. This comprises ₹10,500 paid directly by UCO Bank and ₹6,150 provided as the government share via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances, benefits, or residential accommodation.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of an Online Objective Test conducted by the BFSI Sector Skill Council of India (BFSI SSC). The test comprises 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 100 marks, covering General/Financial Awareness, General English, Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude, and Quantitative Aptitude, to be completed in 60 minutes. Candidates who qualify the online test will undergo a local language test during document verification, followed by a medical fitness check.

About UCO Bank

UCO Bank, formerly United Commercial Bank, is a premier public sector bank founded in 1943 in Kolkata, West Bengal, under the leadership of eminent industrialist Ghanshyam Das Birla. Operating under the ownership of the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, the bank plays a vital role in fostering economic growth by providing comprehensive commercial banking and financial products across the nation. Headquartered at 10 BTM Sarani, Kolkata – 700001, UCO Bank boasts a vast network of thousands of branches and automated teller machines spanning metropolitan, urban, semi-urban, and rural areas throughout India, ensuring robust financial inclusion. The bank is deeply committed to delivering excellence in customer service, advancing digital banking initiatives, and supporting priority sector lending such as agriculture, MSMEs, and education. Career prospects at UCO Bank offer dynamic professional growth, extensive learning opportunities in modern banking operations, and exposure to cutting-edge financial technologies. Through structured recruitment drives, apprenticeship programs, and skill development initiatives, UCO Bank continually empowers young graduates to build strong foundations for careers in the banking and financial services sector.

How to Apply for UCO Bank Apprentice 2026

Eligible candidates must first register themselves on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in). Following registration, applicants must visit the secure BFSI SSC application portal to submit their details, upload required documents, and pay the requisite examination fee online before the deadline of 29 October 2026.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: 13 October 2026
• Online Registration Start Date: 14 October 2026
• Online Registration and Fee Payment Last Date: 29 October 2026
• Online Entrance Examination Date: 7 November 2026 at 11:00 AM
• Age and Eligibility Reckoning Date: 1 October 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for UCO Bank Apprentice 2026?

Candidates who have completed their graduation degree on or after 1 April 2022 and fall within the age group of 20 to 28 years as on 1 October 2026 are eligible to apply.

What is the salary or stipend for Apprentice at UCO Bank?

Selected apprentices will receive a total monthly stipend of ₹16,650, which includes ₹10,500 paid by UCO Bank and ₹6,150 provided as the government share through DBT.

What is the selection process for UCO Bank Apprentice 2026?

The selection process involves an online objective test conducted by BFSI SSC, followed by a local language test during document verification and a medical fitness examination.

Is UCO Bank a Central or State Government organisation?

UCO Bank is a premier public sector bank under the ownership of the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, operating nationwide as a central public sector undertaking.