Union Bank of India has officially released the Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 1865 vacancies across multiple states in India. This recruitment is being conducted under the Apprentices Act 1961 for graduates who want to gain banking sector experience through one-year apprenticeship training.
The online application process started on 29 April 2026 and candidates can submit their forms till 19 May 2026. Interested applicants should carefully check eligibility criteria, age limit, state-wise vacancies, stipend, exam pattern, and application process before applying.
Union Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Union Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 1865 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Start Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | May / June 2026 |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Official Website | Union Bank of India |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Category | Bank Jobs |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 29 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 May 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 19 May 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | May / June 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-Off Date | 01 April 2026 |
Union Bank of India has announced a total of 1865 Apprentice vacancies for different states and categories.
Category Wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 823 |
| SC | 289 |
| ST | 131 |
| OBC | 447 |
| EWS | 175 |
| Total | 1865 |
State Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| State | Total Seats |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 303 |
| Assam | 29 |
| Bihar | 60 |
| Chandigarh | 6 |
| Chhattisgarh | 25 |
| Gujarat | 58 |
| Haryana | 30 |
| Jharkhand | 34 |
| Karnataka | 131 |
| Kerala | 39 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 116 |
| Maharashtra | 196 |
| Delhi | 48 |
| Odisha | 58 |
| Punjab | 21 |
| Rajasthan | 32 |
| Tamil Nadu | 95 |
| Telangana | 164 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 335 |
| West Bengal | 56 |
| Other States/UTs | Remaining Seats |
Top States with Highest Vacancies
1. Uttar Pradesh – 335 Posts
Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of vacancies in this recruitment. Candidates from UP have strong chances due to the large number of seats available. Districts include Lucknow region, Varanasi region, Gorakhpur area, and multiple banking zones.
2. Andhra Pradesh – 303 Posts
A large number of vacancies are available in Andhra Pradesh for Telugu-speaking candidates. Multiple districts including Visakhapatnam, Guntur, Kurnool, and Chittoor are included.
3. Maharashtra – 196 Posts
Major districts such as Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, and Thane are included under Maharashtra vacancies.
4. Telangana – 164 Posts
Telangana has a significant number of seats, especially in Hyderabad-related banking regions and Telugu-speaking areas.
5. Karnataka – 131 Posts
Candidates proficient in Kannada can apply for vacancies available across Bengaluru, Mysuru, Ballari, Shivamogga, and other districts.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must:
- Hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Graduation result must be declared on or before 01 April 2026.
- Graduation should not be older than 4 years from the cut-off date.
- Graduation marksheet date should not be before 01 April 2022.
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| 20 Years | 28 Years |
Age will be calculated as on 01 April 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD UR/EWS | 10 Years |
| PwBD OBC | 13 Years |
| PwBD SC/ST | 15 Years |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Online Written Examination
- Local Language Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Union Bank Apprentice Exam Pattern 2026
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| General English | 20 | 20 |
| Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Union Bank Products & Services | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks |
- Exam Duration: 60 Minutes
- Negative Marking: No Negative Marking
Local Language Requirement
Candidates must know the local language of the state they are applying for. Reading, writing, speaking, and understanding ability is required.
Examples:
- Bihar – Hindi
- Andhra Pradesh – Telugu
- Karnataka – Kannada
- Tamil Nadu – Tamil
- Maharashtra – Marathi
- West Bengal – Bengali
Stipend Details
Selected apprentices will receive monthly stipend during the one-year training period.
| Branch Type | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Rural / Semi Urban | ₹15,000 |
| Urban | ₹18,000 |
| Metro | ₹20,000 |
No additional allowances such as PF, bonus, ESI, or medical benefits will be provided.
Application Fees
| Category | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC Male | ₹944 |
| General/OBC Female | ₹708 |
| SC/ST | ₹236 |
| PwBD | ₹236 |
| Transgender | ₹236 |
Documents Required
Candidates need the following documents while applying:
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Passport Size Photograph
- Graduation Certificate/Marksheet
- Caste Certificate
- PwBD Certificate
- APAAR ID Card
- Valid Mobile Number
- Email ID
Important Instructions
- Candidates must register on both NATS and NAPS portals.
- Only one application is allowed.
- Apprenticeship is not permanent employment.
- No guarantee of future bank job after completion.
- Candidates already having 1 year or more job experience after graduation are not eligible.
- Candidates who completed apprenticeship earlier are not eligible.
Why This Recruitment is Important for Freshers
This apprenticeship program is especially beneficial for:
- Fresh graduates
- Banking exam aspirants
- Candidates preparing for SBI, IBPS, RBI exams
- Students wanting banking sector experience
Benefits include:
- Real banking work exposure
- Monthly stipend
- Banking operations training
- Better profile for future bank exams
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