UCO Bank apprentice recruitment 2026: UCO Bank’s recruitment drive for 530 apprentice positions is entering its final stage, with October 29, 2026, being the last date to apply. Candidates who have not yet submitted their applications can complete the process through the prescribed online application channels. The recruitment offers selected candidates one year of apprenticeship training at bank branches across India.The online application process began on October 14, 2026, and the online examination is scheduled for November 7, 2026. Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 16,650 during the training period. Applicants must meet the educational requirements and comply with the state selection and local language conditions.UCO Bank apprentice recruitment 2026: Category-wise vacanciesThe bank has distributed the 530 vacancies across five categories.
| Category | Vacancies |
| Unreserved | 205 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 23 |
| Total | 530 |
State-wise vacanciesWest Bengal has the highest number of vacancies, with 86 apprentice positions. Uttar Pradesh has 45 posts, followed by Odisha with 41 and Rajasthan with 37.Other vacancies include 34 posts in Bihar, 32 in Maharashtra, 27 in Madhya Pradesh and 25 in Himachal Pradesh. Assam and Punjab have 24 vacancies each, while Tamil Nadu has 21. Candidates should consult the official notification for the complete state-wise vacancy list before selecting their preferred location.Eligibility criteria and application rulesApplicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution in India. They must also register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal at nats.education.gov.in, as required by the application process.Candidates can apply for only one state or Union Territory. Multiple applications for different locations may lead to rejection. Applicants must also be able to read, write and speak the local language of the state they select.The online examination will be conducted by the BFSI Sector Skill Council of India (BFSI SSC).Important dates and stipend
| Event | Date |
| Application start date | October 14, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | October 29, 2026 |
| Online examination | November 7, 2026 |
| Monthly stipend | Rs. 16,650 |
How to apply for UCO Bank apprentice recruitmentCandidates should visit the official UCO Bank website at ucobank.com and open the Recruitment or Careers section. They should select the Engagement of Apprentices notification, read the instructions and complete the application with the required personal and educational details.Applicants must upload the necessary documents, including their photograph and signature, complete any applicable fee payment and submit the form. They should retain a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
