UCO Bank has released Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02 for the engagement of 530 Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the financial year 2026-27. Online registration opened on 14 October 2026 and will close on 29 October 2026. Eligible graduate candidates in any discipline can register online through the NATS portal and the BFSI SSC portal. The notification was issued on 13 October 2026. Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, stipend and all other information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 13 October 2026 |
| Online Registration Start | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration and Fee Payment | 29 October 2026 |
| Online Entrance Examination | 07 November 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Age and Eligibility Cut-off Date | 01 October 2026 |
| Admit Card | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC (Male) | Rs. 800 + GST |
| General / EWS / OBC (Female / Transgender) | Rs. 600 + GST |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 200 + GST |
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online to BFSI SSC between 14 October and 29 October 2026.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apprentice (under Apprentices Act, 1961) | Stipend Rs. 16,650/month | 530 | Graduation in any discipline |
| Total | 530 | ||
Training duration is one year from the date of contract. Candidates can apply for training seats in only one State or UT. The category-wise split (106 SC, 49 ST, 147 OBC (NCL), 23 EWS, 205 UR) is as reported by job portals; candidates should confirm it in the official notification. State-wise, West Bengal has the most seats (86), followed by Uttar Pradesh (45) and Odisha (41).
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must hold a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institute. The degree mark sheets and provisional or final certificates must have been issued on or after 01 April 2022. Candidates must know at least one local language of the State or UT they are applying for. Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961 should check the notification’s restrictions before applying.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01/10/2026) |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | 20 to 28 years |
Age relaxation is available for eligible reserved categories: SC/ST 5 years, OBC-NCL 3 years, PwBD up to 15 years, as per government rules.
Salary / Pay Scale
Apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 16,650, comprising Rs. 10,500 paid by UCO Bank and a government contribution of Rs. 6,150 through DBT, subject to government guidelines. This is a one-year training engagement under the Apprentices Act, 1961, not a permanent appointment.
Selection Process
- Online entrance examination (100-mark, 60-minute objective test) on 07 November 2026.
- Local language test at the document verification stage.
- Medical fitness examination.
- Document verification and final merit list (state-wise and category-wise).
Exam Pattern
The online test will be a 100-mark objective examination of 60 minutes duration, conducted by the BFSI Sector Skill Council of India (BFSI SSC). Subject-wise breakup will be notified by BFSI SSC.
Documents Required
- Graduation degree certificate or provisional certificate (issued on or after 01/04/2022).
- Graduation mark sheets.
- Class 10 certificate for date of birth proof.
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID / Driving License).
- Passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD), if applicable.
- Domicile or local language proof of the applied State/UT, if required.
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before filling the form.
- Register on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Apply for UCO Bank’s apprenticeship engagement on the NATS portal.
- Complete the additional details and pay the examination fee on the BFSI SSC portal (beep.bfsissc.com) by 29 October 2026.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications and the opted State/UT correctly.
- Upload the photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Review all entries and submit the application before the closing deadline.
- Save the application number and fee receipt for future reference.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. How many apprentice posts are announced in UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A1. UCO Bank has announced 530 apprentice posts for the financial year 2026-27.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for UCO Bank Apprentice 2026?
A2. The last date for registration and fee payment is 29 October 2026.
Q3. Who is eligible for UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A3. Graduates in any discipline with degree certificates issued on or after 01 April 2022, aged 20 to 28 years as on 01 October 2026.
Q4. What is the stipend for UCO Bank apprentices?
A4. Apprentices will receive Rs. 16,650 per month during the one-year training.
Q5. When is the UCO Bank Apprentice online exam?
A5. The online entrance examination is scheduled for 07 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Q6. What is the application fee?
A6. Rs. 800 + GST for General/EWS/OBC male candidates, Rs. 600 + GST for female/transgender candidates of these categories, and Rs. 200 + GST for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Sources: UCO Bank Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02; uco.bank.in; nats.education.gov.in.
We wish all candidates the best for their application.