UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 530 Posts
Welcome to SIVIAJOBPOINT.XYZ & ACTIVEGOVTJOBS.COM! UCO Bank, a leading Public Sector Commercial Bank headquartered in Kolkata, has officially released recruitment advertisement Advt. No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02 inviting applications for Graduate Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
A total of 530 vacancies have been notified across 31 States and Union Territories. Eligible graduates can register online via the NATS and BFSI SSC portals starting from 14 October 2026 up to the closing deadline of 29 October 2026. The online entrance examination is scheduled to be conducted on 07 November 2026.
Quick Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Authority | UCO Bank (Head Office, Kolkata) |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-02 |
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice (under Apprentices Act, 1961) |
| Total Vacancies | 530 Posts |
| Training Duration | 1 Year (12 Months) |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹16,650/- per month (Bank Share: ₹10,500 + Govt DBT Share: ₹6,150) |
| Job Location | Across 31 States & Union Territories |
| Application Mode | Online Only (via NATS & BFSI SSC Portal) |
| Official Website | uco.bank.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Schedule |
| Official Notification Released | 13 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 29 October 2026 |
| Online Entrance Examination Date | 07 November 2026 (11:00 AM) |
Application Fee Details
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / EWS / OBC (Male Candidates) | ₹800/- + GST |
| General / EWS / OBC (Female & Transgender) | ₹600/- + GST |
| SC / ST / PwBD Candidates | ₹200/- + GST |
Fee Payment Mode: Online through the secure payment gateway link provided by BFSI SSC via email.
Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria
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Post Name: Graduate Apprentice
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Total Posts: 530 Seats
1. Educational Qualification:
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Must have completed a Graduation Degree (BA / B.Sc / B.Com / B.Tech / BBA, etc.) from a recognized University or Institute on or after 01 April 2022.
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Proficiency in the local language (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) of the applied State/UT is mandatory.
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Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training in any organization or have one year or more work experience after graduation are not eligible.
2. Age Limit (as on 01.10.2026):
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Age Range: 20 to 28 Years (Candidates must have been born between 02.10.1998 and 01.10.2006).
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Age Relaxations:
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SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years (Up to 33 Years)
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OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 3 Years (Up to 31 Years)
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PwBD Candidates: 10 to 15 Years
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Widows / Divorced Women: Up to 35 Years (UR/EWS), 38 Years (OBC), 40 Years (SC/ST)
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Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process is conducted through:
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Online Objective Examination (100 Marks, 60 Minutes Duration):
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General / Financial Awareness (25 Questions – 25 Marks)
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General English (25 Questions – 25 Marks)
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Quantitative Aptitude (25 Questions – 25 Marks)
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Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude (25 Questions – 25 Marks)
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Local Language Proficiency Test: Conducted at the time of Document Verification (candidates who studied the local language in 10th or 12th standard are exempted from this test).
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Document Verification & Medical Fitness Assessment.
Step-by-Step How to Apply Online
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Visit the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS 2.0) portal at nats.education.gov.in.
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Complete your student enrollment registration and generate your NATS Enrolment ID.
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Log in to the NATS portal, search for the UCO Bank Apprentice opening, and submit your initial application.
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After applying on NATS, you will receive an official email from the BFSI Sector Skill Council (BFSI SSC) containing a secure registration link.
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Click on the email link, enter your category, select preferred training districts, and complete profile details.
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Pay the applicable examination fee online through the payment gateway before 29 October 2026.
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Download and print the payment receipt and final confirmation page for your records.
Important Links Section
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Apply Online Link: Click Here
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Official Notification PDF Link: Click Here to View Official Notification
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Official Website Link: Visit uco.bank.in
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Thank you for visiting SIVIAJOBPOINT.XYZ. Make sure to register on the NATS portal and complete fee payment before the deadline on 29 October 2026!