UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026: 530 Posts, State-wise Vacancies & Fee

UCO Bank Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02 invites graduates for 530 provisional apprentice seats across 31 States/UTs. Registration starts 14 October 2026; applicants must complete NATS registration and the follow-up BFSI SSC details/payment process by 29 October 2026.

UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers 530 provisional seats across 31 States/UTs. Check state-wise vacancies, graduate eligibility, age relaxations, fees, ₹16,650 stipend, documents and exam date.

• Graduation degree from a recognised university/institute approved by the Government of India or its regulatory bodies.
• Graduation mark sheets and provisional/final degree certificate must have been issued on or after 1 April 2022.
• Candidates with one year or more of training or job experience after completing the educational qualification are not eligible.
• Candidates must not have completed or currently be undergoing apprenticeship with UCO Bank or another organisation; candidates whose apprenticeship was terminated by an organisation are not eligible.
• Applicants must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking and understanding at least one local language of the selected State/UT. Candidates who studied the language in Class 10 or 12 and provide the marksheet may be exempt from the language test.
• Only one State/UT may be selected; multiple applications may be rejected.

1. Online objective test: 100 questions, 100 marks and 60 minutes.
2. Sections: General/Financial Awareness (25), General English (25), Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude (25), Quantitative Aptitude (25).
3. Minimum qualifying marks: 40/100 for General/EWS and 35/100 for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD. The supplied summary does not state negative marking.
4. Merit is prepared State-wise and category-wise in descending order of marks; ties are resolved in favour of the older candidate.
5. Local language test takes place during document verification; candidates who submit proof of studying the relevant language in Class 10 or 12 may be exempt.
6. Final engagement is subject to document verification and medical fitness. A wait list may be maintained at the Bank's discretion.
7. Apprentices are trainees, not Bank employees, and have no right to regular employment after training.

• Graduation mark sheets and provisional/final degree certificate issued on or after 1 April 2022.
• Aadhaar card details/document used during NATS registration and online test identity checks.
• Recent photograph and signature in the formats requested by the portal.
• Date-of-birth proof and identity documents required by NATS/BFSI SSC/UCO Bank.
• SC/ST caste certificate, if applicable.
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued on or after 1 April 2026, if applicable.
• EWS Income and Asset Certificate valid for FY 2026–27 (based on FY 2025–26 income), if applicable.
• PwBD/disability certificate, including UDID where applicable.
• Class 10 or 12 marksheet showing study of the selected State/UT's local language, if seeking exemption from the local language test.
• Any additional certificates requested by UCO Bank, NATS or BFSI SSC; original documents must be produced at verification.

1. Register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal under Student Register/Login and note your Enrolment ID.
2. Log in to NATS, find the UCO Bank apprenticeship advertisement and apply for only one State/UT.
3. Check your registered email for the follow-up from BFSI SSC requesting category, district preferences and other details.
4. Complete the additional details and pay the applicable fee through the BFSI SSC / BEEP portal by 29 October 2026.
5. Ensure details match the NATS profile, including name, graduation data and category. Convert CGPA to percentage and enter marks to two decimal places as instructed.
6. Keep your email and mobile number active and monitor them for test details and communications.
7. Appear for the online test on 7 November 2026 at 11:00 AM using the instructions/link sent by BFSI SSC.

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How many apprentice vacancies are available?

530 provisional seats across 31 States/UTs.

What is the qualification?

A recognised graduate degree with marksheets and degree certificate issued on or after 1 April 2022.

What is the age limit?

20–28 years as on 1 October 2026 for UR/EWS, with category-specific relaxations.

What is the last date and exam date?

Registration and fee payment close on 29 October 2026; the online test is scheduled for 7 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.

What is the monthly stipend?

₹16,650 total per month, comprising the Bank share and Government DBT share subject to rules.

Does apprenticeship guarantee a bank job?

No. Apprentices are trainees and have no right to employment with UCO Bank after training.

Verification status: The official UCO Bank apprenticeship advertisement supplied by the user is linked below. Vacancy distribution, eligibility, dates, fee, stipend and selection details have been summarised from the supplied recruitment information. Re-check the official Careers page for corrigenda and portal changes.

Official PDF: UCO Bank Apprenticeship Advertisement 2026–27 | Official Careers: UCO Bank Careers | NATS: NATS | BEEP: BFSI SSC / BEEP.

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