UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 has been announced by UCO Bank for the engagement of 530 apprentices for one year under the Apprentices Act, 1961, across 31 States and Union Territories. According to the published information, Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02 was issued on 13 October 2026, with online registration open from 14 October to 29 October 2026 and the online entrance examination scheduled for 7 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Eligible graduates aged 20 to 28 years (as on 1 October 2026) can apply through a two-step process: register on the NATS portal first, then complete details and pay the examination fee via the BFSI Sector Skill Council portal. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 16,650 during the one-year training. Candidates should read the official advertisement carefully and verify every detail on the official UCO Bank website before applying.
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Overview
| Organisation | UCO Bank, HRM Department, Head Office, Kolkata |
| Advertisement | No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02, dated 13 October 2026 |
| Post name | Apprentice (one-year apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Total vacancies | 530 (provisional), across 31 States/UTs |
| Educational qualification | Graduate degree from a recognised University/Institute, issued on or after 1 April 2022 |
| Age limit | 20 to 28 years as on 1 October 2026 (UR/EWS); relaxation as per rules |
| Stipend | Rs. 16,650 per month |
| Application window | 14 October to 29 October 2026, online only |
| Online examination | 7 November 2026, 11:00 AM (conducted by BFSI SSC) |
| Selection process | Online objective test, local language test at document verification, medical fitness |
| Official website | https://www.uco.bank.in/ |
Banking aspirants can also check the Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for 3500 apprentice posts and the NICL AO Recruitment 2026 for insurance sector openings.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 13 October 2026 |
| Online registration opens | 14 October 2026 |
| Registration, fee payment and details submission closes | 29 October 2026 |
| Online entrance examination | 7 November 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Age and eligibility reckoned as on | 1 October 2026 |
Vacancy Details
A total of 530 apprentice seats are available across 31 States and Union Territories. The numbers are provisional and may vary with the Bank’s actual requirement. West Bengal has the largest share (86 seats), followed by Uttar Pradesh (45) and Odisha (41). The Bank may allot a training location in any district of the State/UT selected by the candidate.
| State/UT | Seats |
|---|---|
| West Bengal | 86 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 45 |
| Odisha | 41 |
| Rajasthan | 37 |
| Bihar | 34 |
| Maharashtra | 32 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 27 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 25 |
| Assam | 24 |
| Punjab | 24 |
| Tamil Nadu | 21 |
| Gujarat | 20 |
| Haryana | 15 |
| New Delhi | 13 |
| Jharkhand | 12 |
| Karnataka | 11 |
| Kerala | 10 |
| Chhattisgarh | 9 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 8 |
| Telangana | 8 |
| Uttarakhand | 8 |
| Tripura | 5 |
| Chandigarh | 4 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 3 |
| Manipur | 2 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 1 |
| Goa | 1 |
| Meghalaya | 1 |
| Nagaland | 1 |
| Pondicherry | 1 |
| Sikkim | 1 |
| Total | 530 |
Note: candidates may apply for only one State/UT; multiple applications will be rejected. The published category-wise break-up is 106 SC, 49 ST, 147 OBC (NCL), 23 EWS and 205 UR seats.
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: a graduate degree from a recognised University or Institute approved by the Government of India or its regulatory bodies. The graduation mark sheets and provisional or final degree certificate must have been issued on or after 1 April 2022.
- Other conditions: candidates must not have undergone, or be currently undergoing, apprenticeship with UCO Bank or any other organisation, and must not have training or job experience of one year or more after completing their educational qualification.
- Local language: candidates applying for a particular State/UT must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking and understanding at least one local language of that State/UT. A language test is conducted during document verification; candidates who produce 10th or 12th mark sheets showing they studied the local language are exempt.
- Nationality: a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1962 to settle permanently, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from the specified countries with the intention of settling in India (the last categories need an eligibility certificate from the Government of India).
Age Limit
| Category | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 20 to 28 years as on 1 October 2026 |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
There are also concessions for widows, divorced women and women legally separated from their husbands who have not remarried: upper age up to 35 years (UR/EWS), 38 years (OBC) and 40 years (SC/ST).
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST candidates | Rs. 200 plus GST |
| PwBD candidates | Rs. 200 plus GST |
| General, EWS and OBC – Male candidates | Rs. 800 plus GST |
| General, EWS and OBC – Female / Transgender candidates | Rs. 600 plus GST |
The fee is paid online to BFSI SSC through the secure payment link in the application form, between 14 October and 29 October 2026. It is non-refundable under any circumstances and cannot be adjusted against any other selection process.
Selection Process
| Test | Questions | Maximum marks |
|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The online objective test is conducted by the BFSI Sector Skill Council of India, with a total duration of 60 minutes. The minimum qualifying marks out of 100 are 40 for General/EWS and 35 for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD; the advertisement does not mention negative marking. The merit list is prepared State-wise and category-wise in descending order of marks, with ties broken in favour of the older candidate. A local language test is held during document verification, and engagement is subject to the candidate being declared medically fit.
How the test is taken: the test is taken from the candidate’s own residence, using their own camera-enabled desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone. Candidates must display the Aadhaar card they uploaded on the NATS portal as ID proof for image capture. The Bank may declare a wait list at its discretion to cover non-acceptance or non-reporting by selected candidates.
Stipend
| Component | Amount (Rs. per month) |
|---|---|
| Paid by UCO Bank | 10,500 |
| Government share (via DBT) | 6,150 |
| Total stipend | 16,650 |
Apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances or benefits, and transport, hostel or other residential accommodation is not provided. Apprentices are trainees, not employees of the Bank, and have no right to employment after training.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted online only; no hard copy of the application or documents is to be sent to the Bank. The process is:
- Register on NATS: register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal (nats.education.gov.in) and note your Enrolment ID.
- Apply for UCO Bank’s apprenticeship: after logging in, view the “UCO Bank” apprenticeship advertisement and apply for it on the portal, choosing one State/UT.
- Check your email from BFSI SSC: candidates who applied on NATS receive an email from BFSI SSC inviting them to provide caste category, choice of districts for training, and other details, and to pay the fee.
- Complete details and pay the fee: submit the additional information and pay the online fee at beep.bfsissc.com by 29 October 2026. Details entered must match those on the NATS portal.
- Upload documents: upload the photograph, signature, date of birth proof, graduation certificates and other certificates as required.
- Appear for the online test: take the test on 7 November 2026 using the link sent by email.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Graduation degree certificate and mark sheets (issued on or after 1 April 2022)
- NATS enrolment details
- Photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, driving licence, PAN or another Government photo ID)
- Caste, EWS or disability certificates, where applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature
Important Links
- NATS portal – register and apply for the UCO Bank apprenticeship (nats.education.gov.in)
- BFSI SSC portal – submit details and pay the examination fee (beep.bfsissc.com)
- Download the official UCO Bank Apprentice Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02 PDF from the career section of the official website
- UCO Bank official website
How many vacancies are available in UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
There are 530 provisional apprentice seats across 31 States and Union Territories: 106 SC, 49 ST, 147 OBC (NCL), 23 EWS and 205 UR. West Bengal has the most seats (86), followed by Uttar Pradesh (45) and Odisha (41).
What is the last date to apply for UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date for registration, examination fee payment and submission of additional information is 29 October 2026.
What is the qualification required for UCO Bank Apprentice?
A graduate degree from a recognised University or Institute, with mark sheets and degree certificate issued on or after 1 April 2022. Candidates with one year or more of training or job experience after the qualification are not eligible.
What is the age limit for UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
20 to 28 years as on 1 October 2026 for UR and EWS candidates, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL) and 10 to 15 years for PwBD candidates.
What is the UCO Bank Apprentice application fee?
Rs. 200 plus GST for SC/ST and PwBD candidates; Rs. 800 plus GST for General/EWS/OBC male candidates; and Rs. 600 plus GST for General/EWS/OBC female and transgender candidates.
How can I apply online for UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Register on the NATS portal, apply for UCO Bank’s apprenticeship there, then complete the additional details and pay the fee at beep.bfsissc.com by 29 October 2026, as described in the How to Apply section above.
What is the UCO Bank Apprentice selection process?
An online objective test of 100 marks (qualifying: 40 for General/EWS, 35 for others) conducted by BFSI SSC on 7 November 2026, followed by a local language test during document verification and a medical fitness check.
What is the UCO Bank Apprentice stipend?
Rs. 16,650 per month: Rs. 10,500 paid by the Bank and Rs. 6,150 as the Government share via DBT, for the one-year training period.
Disclaimer: This article summarises UCO Bank Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02 (Apprentice Recruitment 2026) as published. Figures, dates and conditions may change through official corrigenda. Candidates must verify every detail from the official advertisement on uco.bank.in before applying.
