Recruitment Overview

UCO Bank has released an official recruitment advertisement (Advertisement No: HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02) inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for engagement as apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 (as amended from time to time). Candidates are required to register through the NATS portal and apply for the program.

Key Highlights

• Organization Name: UCO Bank
• Advertisement Number: HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02
• Post Name: Apprentice
• Total Vacancies: 530 Seats (Pan-India)
• Job Location: Across various States/UTs in India (Candidates can apply for one State/UT only)
• Duration of Training: 1 Year
• Application Mode: Online (via NATS portal & BFSI SSC registration link)
• Online Registration Dates: 14-10-2026 to 29-10-2026
• Online Examination Date: 07-11-2026 at 11:00 AM
• Official Website: www.uco.bank.in

Stipend & Financial Details

• Total Monthly Stipend: Rs. 16,650/- per month (inclusive of government subsidy).
• Bank Share: Rs. 10,500/- paid monthly directly by UCO Bank.
• Government Share (DBT): Rs. 6,150/- credited directly to the apprentice’s bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
• Note: Apprentices are not eligible for any other allowances or employee benefits.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Must hold a Graduate Degree from a recognized University/Institute approved by the Govt. of India.
• Candidates must have completed graduation and possess mark sheets and provisional/final degree certificates issued on or after 01.04.2022.

Age Limit (As on 01.10.2026)

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years (Relaxable for reserved categories as per government guidelines: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, up to 15 years for PwBD).

Other Conditions

• Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in the local language of the opted State/UT.
• Candidates who have previously undergone or are currently pursuing apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, or have 1 year or more of job experience are ineligible.

Application Fee & Charges (Non-Refundable)

• SC / ST / PwBD: Rs. 200/- plus GST
• General / EWS / OBC Male: Rs. 800/- plus GST
• General / EWS / OBC Female / Transgender: Rs. 600/- plus GST

Selection Process

1. Online Written Test (Objective Type):
   • General/Financial Awareness: 25 Questions / 25 Marks
   • General English: 25 Questions / 25 Marks (Medium: English)
   • Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude: 25 Questions / 25 Marks (Medium: English/Hindi)
   • Quantitative Aptitude: 25 Questions / 25 Marks
   • Total Duration: 60 Minutes (Total: 100 Questions, 100 Marks)
   • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for wrong answers (implied from standard patterns, though 0.5 is noted in specific test guides, refer to official notifications for precise marking rules).
2. Local Language Test: Conducted during document verification (exempted for those who studied the local language in 10th/12th).
3. Document Verification & Medical Examination.

How to Apply

Tip: Make sure you complete registration on the official NATS portal first before attempting to fill out details and pay fees on the BFSI SSC portal (https://beep.bfsissc.com). Keep your NATS Enrollment ID handy for all future steps!

1. Register yourself on the Government of India NATS portal: https://nats.education.gov.in under the “Student Register/Login” section.
2. Apply for the apprenticeship opportunity of “UCO Bank” on the NATS portal and note down your unique Enrolment ID.
3. Eligible candidates will receive an email from BFSI SSC (info@bfsissc.com) with a link to https://beep.bfsissc.com to fill out additional details (category, district choices) and pay the examination fee online.
4. Complete the payment and online registration on or before 29 October 2026
5. Save and print a copy of the final application receipt for future reference.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Official Website: www.uco.bank.in
• NATS Portal: https://nats.education.gov.in
• BFSI SSC Application & Exam Portal: https://beep.bfsissc.com
• Official Notification : https://uco.bank.in/documents/20120/0/Final+Advertisement+Apprenticeship+Engagement+2026-27.pdf/b7a52d0a-0aa2-2f0e-e266-e0038dd28a71?t=1791908189791

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is this UCO Bank apprentice position a permanent job?
No, the apprenticeship is a fixed 1-year training program under the Apprentices Act, 1961. It does not carry any right or obligation for regular employment in the Bank.

2. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must hold a graduation degree from a recognized university, with graduation certificates/mark sheets issued on or after 01.04.2022.

3. Can I apply for more than one State/UT?
No. Candidates can apply for engagement in only one State/UT. Multiple applications will lead to rejection.

4. What is the monthly stipend provided?
Apprentices receive a total monthly stipend of Rs. 16,650/-, out of which Rs. 10,500/- is paid by UCO Bank and Rs. 6,150/- is credited directly via DBT by the Government of India.

 

Disclaimer: Candidates are strictly advised to thoroughly verify all eligibility criteria and guidelines against the official UCO Bank notification before applying.

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