UCO Bank Announces 2026 Apprenticeship Program with 530 Openings
UCO Bank's Apprenticeship Recruitment Notification
UCO Bank has issued a notification regarding its Apprenticeship program for the year 2026, aiming to fill 530 positions. The application window opened on October 14, 2026.
Details of the Apprenticeship Program
The recruitment is specifically for 530 apprenticeship roles. Candidates selected for these positions will participate in a one-year training program, earning a monthly stipend of ₹16,500. Applications will be accepted until October 29, 2026, under the Apprentices Act of 1961.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for these apprenticeship roles, applicants must possess a graduate degree in any field from a recognized institution. Only those who graduated on or after April 1, 2022, are eligible to apply. Additionally, candidates must register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal. It is advisable for candidates to confirm their eligibility and check for any local language requirements pertinent to their selected training location.
Age Limit and Examination Schedule
The age requirement for applicants is between 20 and 28 years as of October 1, 2026. Relaxations in the upper age limit may be applicable according to existing regulations. An online examination is set for November 7, 2026, at 11:30 AM.
State-wise Distribution of Vacancies
The 530 apprenticeship positions are distributed across 31 states and union territories. West Bengal has the highest allocation with 86 vacancies, followed by Uttar Pradesh with 45 and Odisha with 41. For detailed state-wise vacancy information, candidates can refer to the bank's official website.
Application Fees and Selection Process
The application fee for SC and ST candidates is ₹200 plus GST. Male candidates from General, EWS, and OBC categories must pay ₹800 plus GST, while female and transgender candidates from these categories are required to pay ₹600 plus GST.
Selection Procedure
The selection for the UCO Bank apprenticeship will involve multiple stages, starting with an online examination, followed by a local language test, document verification, and a medical examination. During this process, candidates' educational documents and other necessary certificates will be scrutinized.
Application Process
Candidates should first register and log in at the NATS portal, then apply for the UCO Bank apprenticeship program. It is crucial to keep the enrollment ID provided by NATS. Eligible candidates will receive an email from the BFSI Sector Skill Council of India (info@bfsissc.com) requesting additional information, including caste category and preferred districts, along with payment instructions.