If you have recently graduated and are dreaming of making a career in the banking sector, then here is good news for you — UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025 is here!
This recruitment is being conducted by the government bank and a total of 532 apprentice posts have been released in it. It is a one-year training program that will run under the Apprentices Act, 1961. During this, the candidates will get real experience of banking and will also get a stipend of ₹15,000 every month.
Key Information — UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025
- Organization Name: UCO Bank (Government of India Undertaking)
- Post Name: Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 532
- Monthly Stipend: ₹15,000
- Application Date: 21 October 2025 to 30 October 2025
- Application Mode: Online
- Location: Various states across India
This recruitment is not a permanent job, but a one-year training. But the best part is that the candidates who complete this training, open the way for permanent jobs in the future — especially in the banking and finance sector.
Eligibility Criteria
The candidate should have a graduation degree from a recognized university.
Degree or Marksheet must have been issued after 01.04.2021.
Age Limit (As on 01.10.2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Candidate should have been born between 02.10.1997 to 01.10.2005.
Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 to 15 years
There is also a separate relaxation for widowed or divorced women.
Other Conditions:
Candidates who have previously done Apprenticeship in any other bank or institution cannot apply.
Candidate must be able to read, write, speak and understand the local language of their state.
Stipend & Benefits
During this training program, the candidate will get ₹15,000 per month —
- ₹10,500 from UCO Bank
- ₹4,500 from the government through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
It is important to remember that this is a stipend, not a salary.
No other allowances like DA, HRA or TA will be available.
But the biggest advantage is that you will get real banking experience — which will prove to be like gold for a permanent job in any bank in the future.
| Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Selection Process
The selection will be in two stages 👇
Online Test:
- This test will be conducted by the BFSI Sector Skill Council of India.
- There will be a total of 100 questions in it, the time will be 60 minutes.
Subjects:
- General/Financial Awareness
- English Language
- Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
- Quantitative Aptitude
Each section will be of 25 marks. Based on this, a state-wise and category-wise merit list will be prepared.
2 Local Language Test:
- The candidates who pass the first test will be tested during the language test.
If the candidate has studied that language in 10th or 12th, then he can avoid the test. - Finally, those who cross both stages and are medically fit will be selected.
How to Apply Online
Register on NATS portal
- Go to NATS portal and create your profile.
- After registration is complete, you will get Enrollment ID.
Apply for UCO Bank Apprenticeship
- Login to NATS portal and select UCO Bank Apprenticeship and apply.
- Pay fee on BFSI SSC portal
You will get a link through email, where you can fill in the details and pay the fee.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration on NATS Portal Starts | 21st October 2025 |
| Online Registration on NATS Portal Ends | 30th October 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment & Detailed Application | 05th November 2025 |
| Date of Online Examination | 09th November 2025 (at 11 AM) |
- Online Registration Starts: 21 October 2025
- Last Date: 30 October 2025
- Last Date for Payment of Fees: 05 November 2025
- Online Examination: 09 November 2025
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹800 + GST
- PwBD: ₹400 + GST
- SC / ST: No Fee
| Category | Application / Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | NIL |
| PwBD | ₹400/- + GST |
| GEN/OBC/EWS | ₹800/- + GST |
Finally
UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025 is not just a training — it is the foundation of your future.
The banking experience you get in a year will take you many steps ahead of others.
If you want to start a golden career, then don’t miss this opportunity.
👉 Apply today and start your banking journey! 🚀
Essential Links
- Official Notification: Download PDF
- NATS Portal Registration: Click Here
- Online Application (Fee Payment): Click Here
- Official Website: Click https://uco.bank.in/hi/Here
