UCO Bank has issued recruitment advertisement HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02 for 530 posts of Apprentice. Online registration is open from 14 October 2026 to 29 October 2026. Selected apprentices receive a monthly stipend of Rs 16650. Candidates aged 20 to 28 years with a graduate degree can apply online. Selection is through an Online Entrance Examination on 7 November 2026 followed by a local language test and medical fitness.
Key details
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Organisation | UCO Bank |
| Advertisement number | HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02 |
| Notice date | 13 October 2026 |
| Post name | Apprentice |
| Total vacancies | 530 |
| Monthly stipend | Rs 16650/- |
| Training duration | 1 year |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application start date | 14 October 2026 |
| Application last date | 29 October 2026 |
| Online examination date | 7 November 2026 |
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration starts | 14 October 2026 |
| Online registration closes | 29 October 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 29 October 2026 |
| Online entrance examination | 7 November 2026 |
Category-wise vacancy distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 205 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 147 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 49 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 23 |
| Total Seats | 530 |
| Orthopedically Challenged (OC) | 25 |
| Hearing Impaired (HI) | 9 |
| Visually Impaired (VI) | 1 |
| Intellectual Disability (ID) | 0 |
State-wise vacancy breakdown
| State / UT | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total Seats | OC | HI | VI | ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assam | 1 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 10 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bihar | 6 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 34 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Chandigarh | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chhattisgarh | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Goa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gujarat | 1 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 7 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Haryana | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 8 | 25 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jharkhand | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Karnataka | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kerala | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 5 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 10 | 27 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Maharashtra | 4 | 3 | 11 | 2 | 12 | 32 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Manipur | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Meghalaya | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nagaland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| New Delhi | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Odisha | 10 | 9 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 41 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Pondicherry | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Punjab | 9 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 7 | 24 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Rajasthan | 9 | 6 | 9 | 2 | 11 | 37 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Sikkim | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tamil Nadu | 6 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 7 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Telengana | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tripura | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 11 | 0 | 15 | 3 | 16 | 45 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Uttarakhand | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| West Bengal | 26 | 3 | 32 | 4 | 21 | 86 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 106 | 49 | 147 | 23 | 205 | 530 | 25 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
Eligibility criteria and qualifications
| Requirement | Official Specification |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Graduate degree from recognized University/ Institues approved by Govt. of India or its regulatory bodies |
| Passing Date Condition | Graduation mark sheets and degree certificate issued on or after 01.04.2022 |
| Language Requirement | Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and understanding the local language of the applied State/UT |
| Nationality | Citizen of India, subject of Nepal, subject of Bhutan, or eligible migrant under Government rules |
Age limit and relaxation
| Category | Age Limits / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Unreserved and EWS Candidates | Minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years as on 01.10.2026 |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) | 5 years relaxation |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 3 years relaxation |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years relaxation |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years relaxation |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 years relaxation |
| Widows, divorced women and legally separated women (UR/EWS) | Age concession upto 35 years |
| Widows, divorced women and legally separated women (OBC) | Age concession upto 38 years |
| Widows, divorced women and legally separated women (SC/ST) | Age concession upto 40 years |
Stipend and training conditions
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Duration of Training | 1 year from the date of contract |
| Monthly Stipend Amount | Rs 16650/- per month |
| Bank Payment Share | Rs 10,500/- monthly into apprentice account |
| Government Share (DBT) | Rs 6,150/- directly credited through DBT mode |
| Daily Working Hours | Applicable to clerical staff of the Bank |
| Other Allowances | Apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances or benefits |
Application fee and intimation charges
| Candidate Category | Total Fee / Charges |
|---|---|
| General, EWS and Other Backward Class (OBC) - Male candidates | Rs 800/- plus GST |
| General, EWS and Other Backward Class (OBC) - Female / Transgender candidates | Rs 600/- plus GST |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates | Rs 200/- plus GST |
| Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates | Rs 200/- plus GST |
Selection process and examination pattern
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Stage 1: Online Test (objective type) | Online entrance examination conducted by BFSI SSC on 07.11.2026 |
| Stage 2: Test of Local Language | Conducted during the process of document verification |
| Stage 3: Medical Fitness | Subject to being declared medically fit as per Bank requirements |
Online Entrance Examination Structure
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 | English/Hindi |
| General English | 25 | 25 | English |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 | English/Hindi |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | English/Hindi |
| Total | 100 | 100 | Duration 60 minutes |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks out of 100 |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 40 |
| SC / ST / OBC / PwBD | 35 |
How to apply online
- Registration on the NATS portal at https://nats.education.gov.in and applying for UCO Bank apprenticeship
- Email communication received from BFSI Sector Skill Council of India with the application link
- Accessing portal https://beep.bfsissc.com to complete submission and online fee payment by 29.10.2026
- Receiving online examination link and credentials one day prior to test date 07.11.2026
- Appearing in home-based online examination using camera-enabled devices with Aadhaar verification
Documents required for verification
| Document | Requirement / Clause |
|---|---|
| Aadhar Card | ID Proof uploaded on NATS portal and displayed for image capture during online exam |
| Educational Certificates | Graduation mark sheets and degree certificate issued on or after 01.04.2022 |
| Local Language Proof | 10th or 12th standard mark sheet evidencing having studied the specified local language |
| Caste / Category Certificate | Prescribed Government of India format with Non-Creamy Layer clause for OBC on or after 01.04.2026 |
| Disability Certificate | Valid UDID card or certificate issued by Competent Authority for PwBD reservation |
Points to check before applying
- Age calculated as on 01.10.2026 with minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years for UR and EWS
- Application permitted for engagement in one State or Union Territory only
- Rejection of multiple applications from the same candidate
- Graduation completed on or after 01.04.2022 from recognized University or Institute
- Monthly stipend of Rs 16650 with Rs 10,500 from UCO Bank and Rs 6,150 Government DBT share
- Engagement strictly for one year under Apprentices Act 1961 without permanent employment claim
- No hard copy submission required at the Bank Head Office
Important Links
| Document / Portal | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Portal | Apply Online |
| Official Recruitment Website | Visit Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online registration and fee payment is 29 October 2026.
When did online application start for UCO Bank Apprentice?
Online application registration started on 14 October 2026.
How many total apprentice seats are available in UCO Bank?
The notice lists a total of 530 vacancies identified for apprentices.
What is the monthly stipend for UCO Bank Apprentice?
Apprentices receive a monthly stipend of Rs 16650, comprising Rs 10,500 from UCO Bank and Rs 6,150 from Government share via DBT.
What is the age limit for UCO Bank Apprentice engagement?
Candidates are aged between 20 and 28 years as on 1 October 2026.
What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Candidates possess a graduate degree from a recognized University or Institute completed on or after 1 April 2022.
What is the date for the online entrance examination?
The online entrance examination will be conducted by BFSI SSC on 7 November 2026.
What is the duration of the apprenticeship training program?
The total duration of apprenticeship training is one year from the date of contract.
What is the application fee for General male candidates?
General, EWS, and OBC male candidates pay an application fee of Rs 800 plus GST.
What is the fee for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates?
Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, and PwBD candidates pay an application fee of Rs 200 plus GST.
What is the structure of the online entrance examination?
The entrance test comprises four subjects with 25 questions each and a total duration of 60 minutes.
What are the minimum qualifying marks in the online test?
General and EWS candidates require 40 qualifying marks, while SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates require 35 qualifying marks.
Is there a local language test for apprentice engagement?
Yes, a test for knowledge of specified opted local language is conducted during document verification.
Who is exempt from the local language proficiency test?
Candidates who produce a 10th or 12th standard mark sheet evidencing study of the local language are exempt from the test.
What is the official website for UCO Bank Apprentice details?
The official website is https://uco.bank.in.