UCO Bank has released the UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification under Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02, dated 13 October 2026, for 530 apprentice vacancies across 31 States and Union Territories.
Eligible graduates can apply online from 14 October to 29 October 2026 through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal and complete the additional details and fee payment through BFSI SSC. The online entrance examination is scheduled for 7 November 2026.
EXPERIENCE IS IMPORTANT: Candidates with one year or more of job experience or training after completing their educational qualification are not eligible, as per the supplied notification details. Candidates must also not have previously undergone or currently be undergoing apprenticeship training with UCO Bank or another organisation.
UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
| Organisation | UCO Bank |
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 530 (provisional) |
| Age Limit | 20–28 years as on 1 October 2026, with applicable relaxation |
| Qualification | Graduate degree from a recognised university |
| Application Fee | ₹200 + GST for SC/ST/PwBD; ₹800 + GST for General/EWS/OBC male; ₹600 + GST for General/EWS/OBC female/transgender candidates |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹16,650 |
| Experience | Candidates with one year or more of post-qualification job experience or training are ineligible |
| Eligibility | Eligible graduates meeting age, nationality, local-language and apprenticeship conditions |
| Training Duration | 1 year |
| Job Location | Bank branches in the selected State/UT |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 13 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply / Pay Fee | 29 October 2026 |
| Online Entrance Examination | 7 November 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Age and Eligibility Cut-off | 1 October 2026 |
Vacancy Details
UCO Bank has announced 530 provisional apprentice seats across 31 States and Union Territories.
Some state-wise vacancies include:
| State | Vacancies |
| West Bengal | 86 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 45 |
| Odisha | 41 |
| Rajasthan | 37 |
| Bihar | 34 |
| Maharashtra | 32 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 27 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 25 |
| Assam | 24 |
| Gujarat | 20 |
| Total across all States/UTs | 530 |
Vacancies are provisional and may change according to the Bank’s requirements. Candidates can refer to the official notification for the complete state-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a graduate degree from a recognised university or institute. The graduation mark sheets and provisional/final degree certificate must have been issued on or after 1 April 2022.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years for Unreserved/EWS candidates
- Age relaxation: Applicable to eligible reserved categories as per the notification.
Experience Requirements
Read the experience conditions carefully before applying.
- Candidates with one year or more of job experience or training after completing their educational qualification are not eligible.
- Candidates who have already completed or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training with UCO Bank or another organisation are not eligible.
- Candidates whose apprenticeship was terminated by an organisation are also ineligible.
Other Eligibility Conditions
- Candidates must meet the nationality requirements.
- Applicants must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking and understanding at least one local language of their selected State/UT.
- Only one State/UT can be selected.
- Candidates must satisfy all other conditions mentioned in the official notification.
Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a total monthly stipend of ₹16,650, comprising ₹10,500 paid by UCO Bank and ₹6,150 through the Government’s Direct Benefit Transfer mechanism, subject to applicable guidelines.
This is a training opportunity, not a permanent bank job. Apprentices are not entitled to regular employee benefits, and UCO Bank is not obligated to provide employment after the training period.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹200 + GST |
| General/EWS/OBC Male | ₹800 + GST |
| General/EWS/OBC Female/Transgender | ₹600 + GST |
The fee must be paid online through the prescribed BFSI SSC process. It is non-refundable.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Online objective examination
- State-wise and category-wise merit list
- Local language test during document verification, where applicable
- Document verification
- Medical fitness examination
The online examination consists of 100 questions for 100 marks, covering General/Financial Awareness, General English, Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude, and Quantitative Aptitude. The total duration is 60 minutes.
How to Apply for UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply:
- Register on the NATS Portal and obtain your Enrolment ID.
- Log in to NATS and find the UCO Bank apprenticeship advertisement.
- Apply for the apprenticeship and select only one eligible State/UT.
- Follow the instructions received from BFSI SSC to submit additional details.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the prescribed portal.
- Verify your personal and educational details before submitting the application.
- Save the application confirmation and prepare for the online examination.
Applications must be submitted online. Candidates should keep their registered email address and mobile number active for recruitment-related communications.
Important Links
Official Apply Link – NATS Registration
Candidates must first register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme portal and apply for the UCO Bank apprenticeship opportunity. Follow the portal instructions carefully before proceeding to the next stage.
Register and Apply – NATS Portal
BFSI SSC Portal – Additional Details and Fee Payment
Candidates who apply through NATS should follow the instructions from BFSI SSC to provide the required additional information and pay the applicable examination fee before the deadline.
Official Notification PDF
Read the official advertisement before applying. It contains the full state-wise vacancy list, eligibility conditions, age relaxation, experience restrictions, examination pattern, fees and apprenticeship terms.
Download UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Official Website
Visit UCO Bank’s official website for recruitment announcements, corrigenda and updates.
FAQs – UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available?
There are 530 provisional apprentice vacancies across 31 States and Union Territories.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online application and fee payment is 29 October 2026.
Q3. What qualification is required?
Candidates must have a graduate degree from a recognised university, with the prescribed graduation documents issued on or after 1 April 2022.
Q4. Is experience required?
Candidates with one year or more of job experience or training after completing their educational qualification are ineligible under the supplied notification conditions.
Q5. What is the monthly stipend?
The total monthly stipend is ₹16,650, subject to the applicable Government guidelines.
Q6. Is this a permanent government bank job?
No. It is a one-year apprenticeship under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and does not guarantee regular employment.
Q7. Where can candidates apply?
Candidates must register and apply through the NATS Portal and follow the prescribed BFSI SSC process.