UCO Bank has announced an official recruitment notification (Advt. No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02) to hire 530 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 in multiple States and Union Territories. Applicants holding a graduation degree completed on or after 01.04.2022 can submit an online application form via the NATS portal and BFSI SSC portal between 14 October 2026 and 29 October 2026. The online entrance test is scheduled to take place on 07 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Online Registration Start Date | 14 October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment | 29 October 2026 |
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| Online Entrance Exam Date | 07 November 2026 (11:00 AM) |
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| Exam Admit Card / Credentials | One day prior to the exam |
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| Result / Merit List Date | To be announced soon |
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Application Fee
| General, EWS, OBC (Male Candidates) | Rs. 800/- plus GST |
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| General, EWS, OBC (Female / Transgender) | Rs. 600/- plus GST |
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| SC / ST / PwBD Candidates | Rs. 200/- plus GST |
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| Payment Mode | Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI on BFSI SSC portal |
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Age Limit (as on 01/10/2026)
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
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| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
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| Candidates must have been born between 02.10.1998 and 01.10.2006 (both dates inclusive). |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC (NCL): 3 Years, PwBD: 10 to 15 Years as per Govt. guidelines. |
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Eligibility Criteria
| Educational Qualification | Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institute approved by the Govt. of India. |
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| Passing Criteria | Candidates must have passed their graduation and obtained degree/mark sheets on or after 01.04.2022. |
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| Local Language | Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in the specified local language of the opted State/UT. |
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Training Period & Stipend Details
| Duration of Training | 01 Year (12 Months) from the date of contract execution. |
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| Total Monthly Stipend | Rs. 16,650/- per month. |
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| UCO Bank Share | Rs. 10,500/- per month credited directly into the apprentice’s account. |
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| Government Subsidy Share | Rs. 6,150/- per month credited through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). |
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UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Category Name | Total Seats |
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| 1 | Unreserved (UR) | 205 |
| 2 | Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 147 |
| 3 | Scheduled Caste (SC) | 106 |
| 4 | Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 49 |
| 5 | Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 23 |
| Total Vacancies | 530 |
State-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| West Bengal | 86 | Uttar Pradesh: 45 | Odisha: 41 | Rajasthan: 37 | Bihar: 34 |
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| Maharashtra | 32 | Madhya Pradesh: 27 | Himachal Pradesh: 25 | Punjab: 24 | Assam: 24 |
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| Tamil Nadu | 21 | Gujarat: 20 | Haryana: 15 | New Delhi: 13 | Jharkhand: 12 |
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| Karnataka | 11 | Kerala: 10 | Chhattisgarh: 09 | Andhra Pradesh: 08 | Telangana: 08 |
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| Uttarakhand | 08 | Tripura: 05 | Chandigarh: 04 | Jammu & Kashmir: 03 | Manipur: 02 |
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| Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Pondicherry, Sikkim: 01 each |
Online Entrance Examination Pattern
| General / Financial Awareness | 25 Questions / 25 Marks |
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| General English | 25 Questions / 25 Marks |
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| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 25 Questions / 25 Marks |
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| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 Questions / 25 Marks |
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| Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | Duration: 60 Minutes (English / Hindi medium) |
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| Exam Mode | Home-based remote proctored online test via camera-enabled desktop/laptop/mobile phone. |
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| Qualifying Marks | 40% for General/EWS and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD. |
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How to Apply for UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Complete your profile signup at the official Government of India NATS portal: nats.education.gov.in and save the generated NATS Enrolment ID.
- Use your login credentials on the NATS portal to find and submit your form for the "UCO Bank" Apprenticeship opening in the chosen State/UT.
- A communication mail will arrive from BFSI SSC ([email protected]) featuring an active link directed to beep.bfsissc.com.
- Enter the remaining details, including your district choices and caste category, then remit the online application fee prior to 29 October 2026.
- Monitor your inbox to receive the online test link alongside exam login credentials for taking the test on 07 November 2026.
Important Links
Before Applying
Candidates should carefully review the official notification to understand all terms regarding education qualification, age requirements, fee details, and eligibility criteria prior to applying.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Online Registration Start Date: 14 October 2026; Last Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment: 29 October 2026; Online Entrance Exam Date: 07 November 2026 (11:00 AM); Exam Admit Card / Credentials: One day prior to the exam.
How many posts are there in UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Total Vacancies: 530.
What is the application fee for UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
General, EWS, OBC (Male Candidates): Rs. 800/- plus GST; General, EWS, OBC (Female / Transgender): Rs. 600/- plus GST; SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: Rs. 200/- plus GST.
What is the age limit for UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Minimum Age: 20 Years; Maximum Age: 28 Years.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
