UCO Bank Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 20 Posts

UCO Bank has released the official notification for the recruitment of UCO Bank Manager Recruitment 2026, notification for the recruitment of Manager-AI/ML Engineer position and Manager-Cyber Security positions in UCO Bank for Specialist Cadre. This is one of the hiring drives in the UCO Bank SO Vacancy 2026 cycle with a total of 20 vacant seats in Middle Management in both the technical positions. The deadline for the online application is August 29, 2026 to September 18, 2026 for those with a required qualification and certificate in a field of engineering or computer science. The selection will be done through an online written test and/or interview, which will be a crucial aspect for those working in the field of AI & Cybersecurity in the context of government jobs in banking sector. The aspirants are suggested to verify the prescribed age limit, educational qualification, experience and certification before applying for this candidates.

Profile of a Leading Public Sector Banking Institution

UCO Bank was established in 1943 and is headquartered in Kolkata, it is a government of India undertaking under the ministry of finance. The Bank has its own vast network of its branches across the country and has been serving the retail, corporate and institutional customers for more than eight decades and is a trusted name among Government Bank Jobs in India. To enhance the Specialist Cadre of the Bank in the field of AI and Cyber security, the Bank is conducting its UCO Bank Manager Vacancy 2026 drive as part of its technology expansion.

Breakdown of Notified Vacancies

Eligibility Snapshot for UCO Bank Manager Recruitment 2026

Recruitment Timeline You Should Know

• Application Start Date: August 29, 2026
• Last Date to Apply: September 18, 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: September 18, 2026
• Eligibility Cut-Off: August 1, 2026
• Advertisement Date: August 29, 2026

Age Norms (as on August 1, 2026)

• Minimum Age: 25 years
• Maximum Age: 35 years
• Applicable Posts: Both Manager positions

Category-Wise Age Relaxation

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC-NCL: 3 years
• PwBD: 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: 5 years, subject to rules
• 1984 Riot-Affected Persons: 5 years
• EWS: No separate relaxation

Salary Structure Deatails for UCO Bank Manager Recruitment 2026

• Scale: MMGS-II
• Basic Pay: Rs. 64,820 – 93,960/-
• Dearness Allowance: As per Bank rules
• Other Benefits: Allowances and applicable perquisites

Application Charges You Need to Pay

• SC/ST/PwBD: Rs. 175/-
• Other Candidates: Rs. 850/-
• Payment Mode: Online
• Fee Status: Non-refundable
• Payment Dates: August 29 to September 18, 2026

Resources to Strengthen Your Preparation

Paperwork Candidates Must Keep Ready for UCO Recruitment 2026

• Photograph: Recent passport style colour photograph (4.5cm x 3.5cm) with light background sized 200 x 230 pixels in jpg/jpeg format and between 20kb-50kb.
• Scanned signature: Signed in black ink on white paper, between 10KB-50KB, 140 x 60 pixels JPEG/JPEG.
• Valid Government ID proof and address: Upload a valid government issued identity proof and address proof (not more than 100 KB).
• Experience Certificate: The experience certificate needs to be issued by the employer for providing information like designation, type of work, duration of work, salary etc and the maximum size of the experience certificate should not be more than 1 MB.
• Proof of Date of Birth: Recognized birth certificate or other document, not larger than 100KB.
• Educational Certificates: Mark sheets and degree certificates to support the claimed qualification – up to 1MB.
• Category Certificate: A copy of the Category Certificate up to 1MB in size, in the form of Caste Certificate, OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate, EWS Certificate or Disability Certificate as applicable.

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Career Prospects After Selection

• AI/ML Responsibilities: AI/ML officers can perform predictive modelling, develop models, deploy models, monitor models and perform AI governance.
• Cyber Security Work: Cyber Security officers can be involved in red team, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessment and Security Evaluation.
• Technology Exposure: Exposure to modern technology and security frameworks as well as advanced digital banking systems.
• Opportunities for Leadership Development: The specialist officers have a chance to develop leadership qualities through the execution of their specialist functions in technology.
• Professional Development: Ongoing exposure to the latest technology can help lead to the long-term technical and managerial development.
• Specialist Role: Selected specialist officers will work in specialised technology areas related to their respective Manager roles.
• Banking Career: The role encompasses specialisation in the technical aspect and experience in the banking industry.
• Future Growth: The officers appointed by UCO Bank Specialist Cadre Recruitment 2026 have the opportunity to develop wider responsibilities with experience, performance and applicable Bank policies.

Advantages of Practicing Previous Question Sets

• Know Exam Trends: Past sets of questions reveal key areas, question type and level of difficulty.
• Develop Time Management: Candidates get to practice exam time management so that they can answer more questions more efficiently.
• Identification of Weak Areas: Solving older papers highlights topics that require more revision and practice.
• Correcting Errors: Corrective feedback on errors allows for fewer errors to be repeated to enhance performance.
• Confidence Building for the Exam: Awareness regarding the things that one is expected to face in the questions will help in overcoming the fear associated with the exam.
• Strengthen Preparation: Solved question papers carry a lot of importance for the candidates to know about their preparations for the UCO Bank SO Vacancy 2026.

Stages Involved in Candidate Hiring

• The Bank will conduct an Online Written Examination and/or Screening, Group Discussion and/or Interview or any other method decided by the Bank.
• A screening committee will evaluate candidates for eligibility before further processing.
• The Bank will treat the shortlisting process as provisional at each stage and verify documents when required.
• The Bank will decide the qualifying criteria for the written test, interview or any other selection process.
• The Bank will prepare the final merit list based on the written exam and/or GD and/or interview marks in descending order and in case of tie, then the Bank will sort the candidate based on the descending order of his age.
• The Bank may conduct a written examination based on the number of applications received and it will publish the examination structure on its official website if applicable.
• The Bank will apply the eligibility criteria during the interview process. If any candidate does not fulfill the above-mentioned criteria at the interview stage, the Bank will not allow him/her to proceed further and the Postings of this drive are part of the large category of Central Government Jobs in India.

Submission Guidelines for UCO Bank Manager Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official site of UCO Bank: uco.bank.in
• Click on the “Careers” option from the homepage.
• Check out the open positions by clicking on “Recruitment Opportunities“.
• Click on the advertisement named “Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-01” which is related to the present UCO Bank SO Vacancy 2026 drive.
• It is advised to read carefully the entire notification before applying and know the eligibility, age limit and selection process.
• Click on ‘Click Here to Apply Online’ and proceed with the registration form by filling the basic detail forms.
• Record the provisional registration number and password provided by the system (also sent by SMS).
• Log in with your credentials and click on the position you wish to apply for; only one position can be applied for.
• Complete the application form carefully, upload a photo, signature and required documents as per the specifications and use ‘Save and Next’ to check the details before submitting the form.
• Online Payment of application fee using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking or UPI; Wait for the confirmation to pay without clicking back or refresh button.
• After successful submission of the application get a print out of the application form generated by the system and keep it with your registration number and password for future use.

Important Resources

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