UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 530 Posts
UCO Bank has issued an official notification (Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02) for the engagement of 530 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 across 31 States and Union Territories. Eligible and interested graduate candidates can submit their online applications through the official portals before the closing date.
📋 Overview & Important Dates
| Feature | Details |
| Recruiting Organization | UCO Bank (Human Resources Management Department, Kolkata) |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 530 Posts |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Online Registration Start Date | October 14, 2026 |
| Application & Fee Payment Last Date | October 29, 2026 |
| Online Entrance Examination Date | November 7, 2026 |
| Official Websites | uco.bank.in, nats.education.gov.in |
📊 State-Wise Vacancy Distribution
A total of 530 apprentice seats are available nationwide. Here is a breakdown of vacancies by State/UT:
| State / UT | Vacancies | State / UT | Vacancies |
| Andhra Pradesh | 8 | Maharashtra | 32 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 1 | Manipur | 2 |
| Assam | 24 | Meghalaya | 1 |
| Bihar | 34 | Nagaland | 1 |
| Chandigarh | 4 | New Delhi | 13 |
| Chhattisgarh | 9 | Odisha | 41 |
| Goa | 1 | Pondicherry | 1 |
| Gujarat | 20 | Punjab | 24 |
| Haryana | 15 | Rajasthan | 37 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 25 | Sikkim | 1 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 3 | Tamil Nadu | 21 |
| Jharkhand | 12 | Telangana | 8 |
| Karnataka | 11 | ** ত্রিপুরা / Tripura** | 5 |
| Kerala | 10 | Uttar Pradesh | 45 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 27 | Uttarakhand | 8 |
| West Bengal | 86 | Total | 530 |
💵 Stipend Details
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly stipend during the 1-year training period:
- Total Monthly Stipend:₹16,650/- per month (Includes ₹10,500 paid by UCO Bank + ₹6,150 Government share via DBT).
🎓 Educational Qualification & Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a regular Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institute approved by the Government of India. The final degree certificate or mark sheet must have been issued on or after April 1, 2022.
- Age Limit (As on October 1, 2026):
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- (Age relaxations apply as per government guidelines: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and up to 10–15 years for PwBD categories).
- Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the local language of the State/UT they are applying for.
💳 Application Fee
- General, EWS, and OBC (Male): ₹800 + GST
- General, EWS, and OBC (Female / Transgender): ₹600 + GST
- SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: ₹200 + GST
📝 Selection Process
- Online Objective Examination: A computer/online-based test consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions (General/Financial Awareness, General English, Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude, Quantitative Aptitude) for a total of 100 marks (Duration: 60 minutes).
- Local Language Test: Conducted during the document verification phase.
- Medical Fitness Test: Final engagement is subject to medical clearance as per bank standards.
🌐 How to Apply Online
- NATS Portal Registration: Visit the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal (nats.education.gov.in), register as a student, and obtain your Enrolment ID.
- Apply for UCO Bank Apprenticeship: Search and apply for the UCO Bank apprenticeship advertisement on the NATS portal, choosing your preferred State/UT.
- Complete Details & Pay Fee: Follow the instructions/email from BFSI SSC, fill in district preferences, and complete your application and fee payment via the BFSI SSC portal (
beep.bfsissc.com) by October 29, 2026.
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