UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 530 Apprentice vacancies across different states and Union Territories in India. Graduates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online from 14 October to 29 October 2026. The recruitment offers an opportunity to gain practical banking experience through a one-year apprenticeship programme.
Candidates interested in these vacancies should check the educational qualification, age limit, state-wise vacancies, application fee and selection process before submitting the online application. There are 24 Apprentice vacancies in Assam.
UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | UCO Bank |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 530 |
| Assam Vacancies | 24 |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Age Limit | 20–28 years |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹16,650 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 October 2026 |
| Examination Date | 7 November 2026, 11 AM |
| Advertisement Number | HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02 |
UCO Bank Apprentice Vacancy Details
UCO Bank has announced 530 apprenticeship seats across various states and Union Territories. West Bengal has the highest number of vacancies, with 86 seats, while Assam has 24 seats.
State-Wise Vacancy Details
| State/UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 8 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 1 |
| Assam | 24 |
| Bihar | 34 |
| Chandigarh | 4 |
| Chhattisgarh | 9 |
| Goa | 1 |
| Gujarat | 20 |
| Haryana | 15 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 25 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 3 |
| Jharkhand | 12 |
| Karnataka | 11 |
| Kerala | 10 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 27 |
| Maharashtra | 32 |
| Manipur | 2 |
| Meghalaya | 1 |
| Nagaland | 1 |
| New Delhi | 13 |
| Odisha | 41 |
| Puducherry | 1 |
| Punjab | 24 |
| Rajasthan | 37 |
| Sikkim | 1 |
| Tamil Nadu | 21 |
| Telangana | 8 |
| Tripura | 5 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 45 |
| Uttarakhand | 8 |
| West Bengal | 86 |
| Total | 530 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a graduate degree from a recognised university or institution approved by the Government of India or its regulatory bodies.
Applicants must have completed their graduation and received their mark sheets and provisional or final degree certificate on or after 1 April 2022.
Local Language Requirement
Candidates applying for a particular state must be proficient in at least one local language of that state. They should be able to read, write, speak and understand the language.
The local language test will be conducted during document verification. Candidates who fail the test will not be engaged as apprentices. However, applicants who provide a Class 10 or Class 12 mark sheet or certificate showing that they studied the required local language will not need to take the test.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The candidate’s age must be between 20 and 28 years as of 1 October 2026.
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD – UR/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC-NCL | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years |
Candidates claiming age relaxation must satisfy the applicable conditions and provide valid supporting documents.
Application Fee
Applicants must pay the applicable fee online while submitting the application.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS/OBC – Male | ₹800 + GST |
| UR/EWS/OBC – Female/Transgender | ₹600 + GST |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹200 + GST |
Candidates should verify the fee details in the official notification before making payment.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection process includes an online objective-type examination. The test will assess candidates’ general awareness, English, reasoning, computer aptitude and quantitative skills.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The minimum qualifying marks are 40 out of 100 for General/EWS candidates and 35 out of 100 for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates, as stated in the recruitment details.
Merit lists will be prepared state-wise and category-wise based on examination marks. Candidates must also satisfy the other eligibility and document-verification requirements.
Monthly Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹16,650, including any applicable Government of India subsidy. Apprentices will not be eligible for additional allowances or benefits under the terms provided in the notice.
How to Apply for UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official UCO Bank website or recruitment portal.
- Complete the required registration process.
- Open the online application form and log in.
- Enter personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload the requested documents and check all information carefully.
- Pay the applicable application fee through online mode.
- Submit the form and save a copy of the application for future reference.
Candidates should ensure that their graduation details, category information and local language preference are correct before final submission.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 October 2026 |
| Online Examination | 7 November 2026, 11 AM |
Important Web Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
Candidates should use the official recruitment portal to access the application form, notification and NATS registration instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are available in UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are 530 Apprentice vacancies across different states and Union Territories.
2. How many vacancies are available in Assam?
There are 24 Apprentice vacancies in Assam.
3. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have a graduate degree from a recognised university or institution, with the degree documents issued on or after 1 April 2022.
