Opportunity for apprentices at UCO Bank; apply by October 29—receive a monthly stipend of ₹16,650..

UCO Bank Apprentice: There is a major update for candidates aspiring to build a career in the banking sector. UCO Bank has released a notification for the recruitment of apprentices. The bank has invited applications for apprentice positions across several states. The application process begins on October 14, and the final date to submit applications is October 29, 2026. A total of 530 apprentice positions are to be filled. Candidates selected as apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹16,650.

Let us look at the details regarding the UCO Bank apprenticeship for 2026, including the selection process, how to apply, and the state-wise distribution of vacancies.

530 Apprentice Positions; Highest Number of Vacancies in West Bengal
UCO Bank has invited applications for 530 apprentice positions. These seats are categorized according to reservation rules: 205 positions are for the Unreserved (UR) category, 147 for OBC, 106 for SC, 49 for ST, and 23 for the EWS category.

State-wise, the highest number of vacancies—86—is in West Bengal. This is followed by 45 positions in Uttar Pradesh, 41 in Odisha, and 37 in Rajasthan. There are 34 positions in Bihar, 32 in Maharashtra, 27 in Madhya Pradesh, 25 in Himachal Pradesh, and 24 each in Assam and Punjab. These positions are for apprenticeships within UCO Bank’s state branches. Candidates may apply for apprentice seats designated for only one state or union territory; applications submitted for more than one location may be rejected. Additionally, candidates must possess knowledge of the local language. Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak the local language of the respective state.

Opportunity for a one-year internship; examination on November 7.
Applications for an apprenticeship at UCO Bank can be submitted until October 29. Before applying, candidates must register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal at nats.education.gov.in. Following this, they may proceed to apply via the bank's website. Once the application process is complete, an online examination will be held for the selection process on November 7. This online examination will be conducted by the 'BFSI Sector Skill Council of India' (BFSI SSC). Candidates selected as apprentices through this examination will have the opportunity to gain one year of practical work experience at the bank's branches.

Who is eligible to apply?
Graduates are eligible to apply for the UCO Bank apprenticeship. The graduation degree must have been completed after April 1, 2022. Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years of age. The age limit will be calculated as of October 1, 2026. Candidates from reserved categories will be granted age relaxation as per the applicable rules.

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