Union Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 1865 Vacancies

Union Bank of India has officially released its Apprentice Recruitment Notification 2026, inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for 1865 apprenticeship seats across the country. This is a wonderful chance to gain hands-on banking experience under one of India’s leading public sector banks.

What Is This Recruitment About?

Union Bank of India is offering apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is not a permanent job. Instead, it is a structured on-the-job training program that lasts for one year.

During this period, selected candidates will work in bank branches and offices, learning real banking operations, products, and processes. After completing the training, candidates receive a certificate — which can significantly boost their employability in the financial sector.

Important Dates

Applications are being accepted only online. No hard copy of the application needs to be sent to the bank.

Total Vacancies — 1865 Seats

The 1865 apprenticeship seats are distributed across almost all states and union territories of India.

Category-wise, the seats are divided as follows: 823 for Unreserved (UR), 289 for SC, 131 for ST, 447 for OBC, and 175 for EWS. Additionally, 98 seats are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).

Who Can Apply? – Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

You must be a citizen of India. Candidates from Nepal, Bhutan, or those of Indian origin who have migrated from certain countries may also be eligible with the proper government certificate.

Age Limit (as on 01 April 2026)

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation
• OBC (Non-creamy layer): 3 years relaxation
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (UR/EWS): 10 years; OBC: 13 years; SC/ST: 15 years
• Widows/Divorced Women: Up to 35 years for General, 38 years for OBC, 40 years for SC/ST

Educational Qualification

You must hold a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university or college (approved by the government, AICTE, or UGC). Your result must have been declared on or before 01 April 2026, and importantly, your graduation should not be more than 4 years old — meaning your degree marksheet should not be dated before 01 April 2022.

Also, if you have already completed an apprenticeship anywhere before, or have 1 year or more of job experience after your graduation, you are not eligible for this program.

Language Requirement

Candidates must be proficient — in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding — in at least one local language of the state they are applying for. For example, if you apply for a seat in Manipur, note that Manipur is not listed separately; the nearest applicable state would matter. Candidates from the Northeast applying under Assam must know Assamese, Bengali, or Bodo. You will need to submit your 10th or 12th standard marksheet showing that you have studied the relevant language, or else you will have to pass a language proficiency test.

How Will You Be Selected?

The selection process has two main stages:

1. Online Written Examination

The exam consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks, to be completed in 60 minutes. There is no negative marking.

For the Union Bank of India Products & Services section, candidates should study the bank’s Saving Accounts, Current Accounts, Salary Accounts, Term Deposits, and the Union Ease mobile banking app from the bank’s official website.

2. Document Verification & Language Test

After clearing the written exam, candidates must submit valid documents for age, category, and qualification verification. A medical fitness certificate from a registered general physician is also required.

Training Duration and Stipend

The apprenticeship training lasts for one year from the contract start date. During this period, apprentices will receive a monthly stipend based on the type of branch they are posted at:

Note that apprentices are not entitled to any other benefits like PF, ESI, bonus, or transport/hostel facilities. They are also not permitted to form or join any union body.

Application Fee (Non-Refundable)

Payment can be made online via debit card, credit card, internet banking, or UPI.

How to Apply — Step by Step

1. Visit the official website: www.unionbankofindia.bank.in/recruitment.aspx or go directly to https://beep.bfsissc.com/candidate_register/mkt
2. Register yourself on the NAPS portal (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and get your Apprentice Registration Code
3. Register on the NATS portal (https://nats.education.gov.in) and obtain your Enrolment ID
4. Log in to the BFSI SSC portal and fill in your personal and educational details
5. Upload all required documents (Aadhaar front & back, photo, marksheets, caste certificate if applicable, PAN card, APAAR ID card)
6. Pay the application fee online
7. Save and take a printout of your submitted application

Documents to keep ready before applying:

• Aadhaar card (front and back) – JPEG, under 1 MB
• Passport size photograph – JPEG, under 1 MB
• Qualifying degree/marksheet – PDF, under 1 MB
• PAN card – JPEG, under 1 MB
• Caste/PwBD certificate (if applicable) – PDF, under 1 MB
• APAAR ID card – JPEG, under 1 MB

Useful Web-Links of Union Bank of India Vacancy

Important Things to Remember

• This apprenticeship does not guarantee a permanent job in the bank
• You can apply for seats in only one state
• You can give preferences for up to five districts within your chosen state
• Only one application per candidate is allowed
• The examination will be conducted online using your own camera-enabled device
• All future updates and corrigendum will be posted on www.unionbankofindia.bank.in

For any help, you can email: apprentice@unionbankofindia.bank.in or info@bfsissc.com

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Is the Union Bank of India Apprentice 2026 a permanent government job? No. This is not a permanent job. It is a one-year on-the-job training program under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The bank has no obligation to offer employment after the training period ends.

Q2. Can I apply if I completed my graduation in 2021? No. Your graduation marksheet must not be dated before 01 April 2022. Degrees older than 4 years (before the cut-off date of 01.04.2026) are not eligible.

Q3. Can I apply for multiple states? No. You can apply for only one state. Once submitted, no changes are allowed to your application.

Q4. What is the last date to apply? The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 19 May 2026.

Q5. Is there any negative marking in the exam? No. There is no negative marking in the online examination.

Q6. Can I apply if I have work experience? No. If you have job experience of one year or more after completing your graduation, you are not eligible to apply.

Q7. What language do I need to know for Assam? For Assam, you need proficiency in Assamese, Bengali, or Bodo.

Q8. Will the exam be conducted at a centre, or online from home? The exam is conducted online and candidates will appear using their own camera-enabled desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone.

Q9. What documents are needed at the time of application? You will need Aadhaar card (front and back), a passport size photo, your graduation marksheet/certificate, PAN card, APAAR ID, and caste/PwBD certificate if applicable.

Q10. Where will the results be published? All shortlisted and selected candidates’ lists will be published on www.unionbankofindia.bank.in and intimated via email from BFSI SSC.