Union Bank of India
Human Resources Vertical, Central Office, Mumbai
Official Website: www.unionbankofindia.co.in
Union Bank SO Vacancy 2026
Union Bank of India has officially released the detailed recruitment notification for 395 vacancies under the Union Bank Recruitment Project 2026-27. This recruitment drive aims to fill various positions across General Banking Officers and Specialist Officers in multiple streams, including Information Technology, Risk Management, Chartered Accountant, Law Officers, Forex Officers, Cyber Security, Data Science, and Engineering. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications starting from 21st July 2026 through the bank’s official portal.
Union Bank Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Union Bank of India |
| Project Name | Union Bank Recruitment Project 2026-27 |
| Post Names | General Banking Officers & Specialist Officers (Scale II to VI) |
| Total Vacancies | 395 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 21/07/2026 to 10/08/2026 |
| Selection Process | Online Examination / Group Discussion / Personal Interview |
| Official Portal | www.unionbankofindia.co.in |
Important Dates
Candidates must keep track of the important schedule for registration, fee payment, and document verification as announced in the recruitment advertisement:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20/07/2026 |
| Online Registration & Fee Payment Start Date | 21/07/2026 (00:00:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | 10/08/2026 (23:59:59 Hrs) |
| Cut-off Date for Age Eligibility | 01/07/2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Qualifications & Experience | 10/08/2026 |
| Online Examination Date | To be notified in due course |
Application Fee
The application fee/intimation charges must be paid online using Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, or UPI. The application fee structure inclusive of GST is given below:
| Category of Applicant | Application Fee (Inclusive of GST) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD Candidates | Rs. 177/- |
| General / EWS / OBC Candidates | Rs. 1180/- |
Vacancy Details and Salary Scale
The recruitment includes 395 vacancies distributed across five managerial cadres. Below are the cadre-wise vacancy count, pay scale, and approximate annual CTC:
| S.No | Cadre | Scale / Grade | Pay Scale (Basic) | Approx. CTC (Lakhs) | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manager | MMGS-II | 64820-2340/1-67160-2680/10-93960 | 21 | 163 |
| 2 | Senior Manager | MMGS-III | 85920-2680/5-99320-2980/2-105280 | 25 | 153 |
| 3 | Chief Manager | SMGS-IV | 102300-2980/4-114220-3360/2-120940 | 30 | 52 |
| 4 | Assistant General Manager | SMGS-V | 120940-3360/2-127660-3680/2-135020 | 38 | 20 |
| 5 | Deputy General Manager | TEGS-VI | 140500-4000/4-156500 | 47 | 7 |
| Total Vacancies | 395 | ||||
Category-wise Reservation Breakdown
| UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total | PwBD (Out of Total) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 170 | 105 | 57 | 27 | 36 | 395 | VI: 5, HI: 5, OC: 7, ID: 2 |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must ensure they fulfill the age, qualification, and work experience criteria specified as on the respective cut-off dates.
1. Age Limit (As on 01/07/2026)
- Scale II (Manager): Minimum 22 Years, Maximum 30–35 Years (Post-wise)
- Scale III (Senior Manager): Minimum 25 Years, Maximum 35–38 Years (Post-wise)
- Scale IV (Chief Manager): Maximum 40 Years
- Scale V (Assistant General Manager): Maximum 45 Years
- Scale VI (Deputy General Manager): Maximum 50 Years
Upper Age Relaxation:
- Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST): 5 Years
- Other Backward Classes (OBC Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers: 5 Years
- Persons affected by 1984 riots: 5 Years
2. Educational Qualifications & Experience Summary
| Post Stream / Category | Minimum Educational Qualification | Post-Qualification Experience |
|---|---|---|
| General Banking Officers | Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized University | 2 to 5 years relevant banking experience (depending on Scale) |
| IT Specialist Posts | B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech / MCA / M.Sc in CS, IT, ECE, EEE or relevant engineering field | 3 to 15 years in specialized IT / Banking domain |
| Forex Officers | Graduate with Full-time MBA / PGDBA / PGDBM / PGDM (Finance / International Business) | 3 to 5 years relevant banking experience |
| Chartered Accountant (CA) | Chartered Accountant (CA) from ICAI / CMA / CFA | 5 to 10 years post-qualification experience in Banking / Finance |
| Risk Management Officers | Full-time B.E./B.Tech/MCA/MBA or Post Graduate in Statistics/Economics/Data Science | 5 years post-qualification experience in Risk Management / Modelling |
| Law Officers | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) with minimum 50% aggregate marks | 3 to 15 years experience as Advocate or Law Officer |
| Civil / Electrical / Architect | Degree in Architecture (with Council Registration) / B.E./B.Tech in Civil / Electrical Engineering | 4 to 10 years experience in Govt / PSU / Enterprise environment |
Selection Process and Examination Pattern
The selection process varies depending on the scale and cadre of the post:
- Posts up to Scale III: May comprise an Online Written Examination, Group Discussion (if conducted), and Personal Interview.
- Posts in Scale IV, V, and VI: May comprise Shortlisting / Group Discussion / Assessment and Personal Interview.
1. Online Exam Pattern for Specialist Officers (Scale II & III)
| Test Name | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge relevant to the post | 50 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
2. Online Exam Pattern for General Banking Officers (Scale II & III)
| S.N. | Name of the Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 60 Minutes (Combined) |
| 2 | Reasoning | 25 | 25 | |
| 3 | English Language | 25 | 25 | |
| 4 | Professional Knowledge relevant to post/domain | 50 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
| Total | 125 | 175 | 120 Minutes | |
Note: Tests 1, 2, and 3 for General Banking Officers are qualifying in nature. There is a penalty of 25% (1/4th) marks for wrong answers in the online test. Personal Interview carries 100 marks with minimum qualifying marks of 50 for General/EWS and 45 for Reserved Categories.
Step-by-Step How to Apply
- Visit the official Union Bank of India website at www.unionbankofindia.co.in.
- Navigate to the Recruitment page under Careers Overview.
- Click on the link for “UNION BANK RECRUITMENT PROJECT 2026-27 (OFFICERS WITH DOMAIN EXPERTISE, GENERAL BANKING OFFICERS & SPECIALIST OFFICERS)”.
- Choose “CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE” and then click “Click here for New Registration”.
- Fill in basic personal details, valid mobile number, and email ID to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Complete the application form with personal, educational, and professional experience details.
- Upload scanned photograph (20kb-50kb), signature (10kb-20kb), left thumb impression (20kb-50kb), and hand-written declaration (50kb-100kb).
- Verify all entered information carefully using the ‘Preview’ tab before final submission.
- Proceed to the payment tab and pay the application fee online.
- Download and print the completed online application form and payment e-receipt for future record.
Important Links
| Action Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Group | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the total number of vacancies in Union Bank SO Vacancy 2026?
Answer: Union Bank of India has announced a total of 395 vacancies across various General Banking and Specialist Officer posts.
Q2: What are the registration dates for Union Bank SO Recruitment 2026?
Answer: Online applications start on 21st July 2026 and the last date to submit applications and pay fees is 10th August 2026.
Q3: What is the application fee for Union Bank SO Vacancy 2026?
Answer: The application fee is Rs. 177/- for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and Rs. 1180/- for General/EWS/OBC candidates (inclusive of GST).
Q4: What is the age limit cutoff date for this recruitment?
Answer: The cut-off date for determining the age eligibility criteria is 1st July 2026 (01.07.2026).
Q5: What are the pay scales offered under Union Bank SO Recruitment 2026?
Answer: Pay scales range from Rs. 64,820–93,960 (Manager Scale II) up to Rs. 1,40,500–1,56,500 (Deputy General Manager Scale VI).
Q6: Is there any negative marking in the Union Bank SO online examination?
Answer: Yes, there is a penalty of 0.25 (1/4th) of the marks assigned to a question for every wrong answer marked in the online examination.
Q7: What is the probation period for selected candidates?
Answer: Selected candidates will be placed on probation for a period of 2 years of active service from the date of joining the bank.
Q8: What is the service indemnity bond requirement?
Answer: Candidates selected for posts G01 to G19 must execute a bond of Rs. 2,00,000 for 3 years, and for posts S01 to S108, the bond amount is Rs. 2,50,000 for 3 years.
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