Union Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Quick Highlights

• Organization: Union Bank of India (A Government of India Undertaking)
• Post Name: Apprentice
• Total Vacancies: 1865
• Application Mode: Online
• Application Start Date: 29 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 19 May 2026
• Eligibility Cut-off Date: 01 April 2026
• Official Website: www.unionbankofindia.bank.in

Important Dates

Application Fee

Fee once paid is non-refundable. Payment can be made via debit card, credit card, internet banking, or UPI.

Vacancy Details

Out of the total 1865 seats, 98 seats are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PWD) on a horizontal basis. The number of seats is provisional and may change as per the bank's requirement.

State-wise Vacancy Highlights

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University / College / Institute approved by Govt. bodies, AICTE, or UGC.
• The result must have been declared on or before 01 April 2026.
• Date of graduation must not be more than 4 years before the cut-off date — meaning the graduation marksheet should not be prior to 01 April 2022.
• Candidates who have completed apprenticeship training or have job experience of 1 year or more after obtaining their degree are not eligible.

Age Limit (as on 01 April 2026)

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years
• SC / ST: 5 years relaxation
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation
• PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years | PwBD (OBC): 13 years | PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
• Widows / Divorced Women (UR/EWS): up to 35 years | OBC: 38 years | SC/ST: 40 years

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India or a subject of Nepal / Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from specific countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.

Language Proficiency

• Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in one local language of the state they are applying for.
• Proof of local language study (10th or 12th marksheet) will be required; otherwise, a language proficiency test will be conducted.

Stipend / Monthly Payment

No other allowances or benefits are provided. Stipend is paid monthly after adjusting for unauthorized absence, if any.

Training Duration

• Duration of apprenticeship training is 1 year from the date of contract.
• On-job training will cover various aspects of banking practices, products, and processes.
• This is not a regular employment in the bank. The bank is not obligated to offer a permanent job after completion of training.

Selection Process

• Online Examination (Objective Type)
• Proficiency Test of Local Language (if applicable)
• Document Verification
• Medical Fitness Certificate from a registered General Physician

Examination Structure

Total duration of the online examination is 60 minutes. There is no negative marking. The exam will be conducted online using the candidate's own camera-enabled device (desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone).

How to Apply for Union Bank of India Apprentice 2026

1. Visit the official recruitment page at www.unionbankofindia.bank.in/recruitment.aspx or go directly to https://beep.bfsissc.com/candidate_register/mkt to start your registration.
2. Register yourself on the NAPS portal at www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and note your NAPS Apprentice Registration Code. Also register on the NATS portal at nats.education.gov.in and note your NATS Enrolment ID.
3. Log in to the BFSI SSC candidate portal and fill in your complete personal and educational details accurately.
4. Upload all required documents including Aadhaar card (front and back), passport size photograph, graduation marksheet/degree, caste certificate (if applicable), PwBD certificate (if applicable), PAN card, and APAAR ID card — all in the specified format and size (JPEG/PDF, less than 1 MB each).
5. Select your preferred state and up to five preferred districts. Provide your NAPS Apprentice Code and NATS Enrolment Number in the form.
6. Pay the applicable examination fee online via debit card, credit card, internet banking, or UPI. An e-receipt will be sent to your registered email on successful payment.
7. Submit the application and take a printout of the system-generated application form for future reference.

Official Source

Candidates can check the complete official notification PDF and apply on the official website. All updates, corrigendums, and result announcements will be published on the same portal. No hard copy of application or call letter will be sent by post.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the total number of vacancies in Union Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Union Bank of India has announced 1865 apprentice training seats across various states and union territories of India. The seats are distributed category-wise as UR (823), SC (289), ST (131), OBC (447), and EWS (175). These numbers are provisional and may change based on the bank's actual requirement.

Q2: What is the educational qualification required for Union Bank of India Apprentice 2026?
Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institute approved by Govt. bodies, AICTE, or UGC. The graduation result must have been declared on or before 01 April 2026, and the date of passing should not be prior to 01 April 2022 (not more than 4 years before the cut-off date).

Q3: What is the last date to apply for Union Bank of India Apprentice Online Form 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for Union Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 19 May 2026. Candidates are advised to complete their registration and fee payment well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.

Q4: What is the stipend paid to Union Bank of India Apprentices?
Selected apprentices receive a monthly stipend based on the branch location. The stipend is Rs. 15,000/- per month for Rural/Semi-Urban branches, Rs. 18,000/- for Urban branches, and Rs. 20,000/- for Metro branches. No other allowances or benefits are provided during the training period.

Q5: Is the Union Bank of India Apprentice program a permanent job?
No, the apprentice engagement under Union Bank of India is not a regular employment. It is a one-year on-job training program under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The bank is not obligated to offer permanent employment after the completion of the training period.