Union Bank of India (UBI) has released the Union Bank Recruitment Project 2026-27 notification for 395 posts of Officers with Domain Expertise, General Banking Officers and Specialist Officers. Online registration is open from 21 July 2026 to 10 August 2026. This article explains eligibility, vacancy break-up, fee, salary, selection process and the application steps based on the official notification dated 20 July 2026.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Union Bank of India |
| Recruitment Name | Union Bank Recruitment Project 2026-27 (Officers with Domain Expertise, General Banking Officers & Specialist Officers) |
| Total Vacancies | 395 |
| Posts | Manager (MMGS-II) to Deputy General Manager (TEGS-VI) across General Banking and Specialised Segments |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | www.unionbankofindia.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of online registration and fee payment | 21 July 2026, 00:00 Hrs |
| Last date for online registration and fee payment | 10 August 2026, 23:59 Hrs |
| Cut-off date for age eligibility | 1 July 2026 |
| Cut-off date for educational qualification, certification and experience | 10 August 2026 |
The exam date, admit card release date and interview schedule have not yet been announced. This information has not yet been confirmed by the official authority.
Vacancy Details
The 395 vacancies are spread across five scale/grade levels, further divided into 108 post codes (G01–G19 under General Banking and S01–S108 under the Specialised Segment covering IT, Forex, Chartered Accountancy, Risk Management, Law, Architecture, Engineering, Fire Safety, Printing and Vendor Management).
| Cadre | Scale/Grade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Manager | MMGS-II | 163 |
| Senior Manager | MMGS-III | 153 |
| Chief Manager | SMGS-IV | 52 |
| Assistant General Manager | SMGS-V | 20 |
| Deputy General Manager | TEGS-VI | 7 |
| Total | – | 395 |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 170 |
| OBC | 105 |
| SC | 57 |
| EWS | 36 |
| ST | 27 |
| Total | 395 |
Out of the total, 19 vacancies are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) across Visually Impaired, Hearing Impaired, Orthopedically Challenged and Intellectually Disabled categories. Post-code-wise vacancy numbers for each of the 108 posts (including domains like Cybersecurity, Data Science, Forex, Chartered Accountant, Risk Management, Law, Architect, Civil/Electrical Engineer and Fire Officer) are available in the official notification PDF.
Educational Qualification and Experience
Qualification, mandatory certification and post-qualification experience differ for each of the 108 post codes. Broadly:
- General Banking Officers (G01–G19): Graduate degree in any discipline, with 2 to 12 years of relevant banking experience depending on scale.
- IT and Cybersecurity posts (S03–S71): Full-time B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in Computer Science, IT or Electronics, with 3 to 15 years of relevant technical experience and, for several posts, certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, RHCE or cloud certifications.
- Chartered Accountant posts (S72–S80): CA from ICAI (some posts also allow CMA or CFA), with 5 to 8 years of post-qualification experience.
- Risk Management posts (S81–S88): Engineering/statistics/finance postgraduate or CA, with minimum 5 years of relevant risk experience.
- Law Officer posts (S89–S92): Bachelor’s degree in law, with 3 to 15 years of experience as an Advocate or Law Officer.
- Architect and Engineer posts (S93–S104): Relevant professional degree with 4 to 10 years of Government/PSU experience.
Only full-time regular qualifications from recognised universities are accepted; no equivalent qualification will be considered. Candidates should check the exact qualification, certification and experience required for their specific post code in the official notification.
Age Limit and Age Relaxation
Age limits vary by post code and range approximately from a minimum of 22 years to a maximum of 50 years. The age is calculated as on the cut-off date of 1 July 2026. Candidates must check the exact minimum and maximum age for their chosen post code in the notification.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen/ECOs/SSCOs | 5 years |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years |
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC can be combined on a cumulative basis with only one of the remaining categories (PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, or 1984 riot-affected).
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Inclusive of GST) |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | Rs. 177 |
| UR/EWS/OBC | Rs. 1180 |
Fee must be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS or UPI. Bank transaction charges, if any, are to be borne by the candidate.
Salary and Pay Scale
| Scale | Pay Scale | Approx. CTC (Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| MMGS-II (Manager) | 64820-2340/1-67160-2680/10-93960 | 21 |
| MMGS-III (Senior Manager) | 85920-2680/5-99320-2980/2-105280 | 25 |
| SMGS-IV (Chief Manager) | 102300-2980/4-114220-3360/2-120940 | 30 |
| SMGS-V (AGM) | 120940-3360/2-127660-3680/2-135020 | 38 |
| TEGS-VI (DGM) | 140500-4000/4-156500 | 47 |
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates will get Special Allowance, Dearness Allowance and other allowances as per the Bank’s rules, along with perquisites like residential accommodation/lease rent, LFC and medical reimbursement. CTC may vary based on posting location and wage revisions.
Selection Process
The selection process depends on the scale of the post:
- Posts up to Scale III: Online Examination, Group Discussion (if required) and/or Personal Interview.
- Posts in Scale IV, V and VI: Group Discussion (if required), any other test/assessment, and/or Personal Interview.
The Bank reserves the right to decide whether to conduct the online exam, Group Discussion or any other test, depending on the number of applications received.
Exam Pattern
Specialist Officers (S01–S108) up to Scale III
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | 50 | 100 | 60 minutes |
General Banking Officers (G01–G19) up to Scale III
| Test | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Professional Knowledge | 50 | 100 |
| Total | 125 | 175 |
Total duration for General Banking Officer posts is 120 minutes. Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning and English are qualifying in nature and not counted for merit. There is negative marking of 1/4th mark for each wrong answer. Minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates in each section.
Personal Interview carries 100 marks, with qualifying marks of 50 for General/EWS and 45 for reserved categories.
Documents Required
- Printout of valid Interview Call Letter and online application form
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Photo Identity Proof (PAN/Aadhaar/Passport/Voter ID; Ration Card and Learner’s Licence not accepted)
- Mark sheets and degree certificates for educational qualification
- Caste/EWS/PwBD certificate in prescribed format, where applicable
- Experience certificate in Annexure-II format issued by the Competent Authority (appointment letters, salary slips and pay slips are not accepted as proof of experience)
- No Objection Certificate from employer, if currently serving in Government/PSU/Bank
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official website www.unionbankofindia.co.in and click on the ‘Recruitment’ page.
- On the Career Overview page, click ‘Click to View the Current Recruitment’ and open “Union Bank Recruitment Project 2026-27”.
- Click “CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE” and select “Click here for New Registration”.
- Enter your name, contact details and email ID to generate the Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Fill in personal, educational and experience details, and select the preferred post code.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration as per the specifications in Annexure-I.
- Preview the application, click “COMPLETE REGISTRATION” (no changes possible after this step).
- Pay the application fee online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS or UPI.
- Take a printout of the final application form and fee receipt for future reference.
Important Instructions
- A candidate can apply for only one post. In case of multiple applications, only the last valid (complete) application will be considered.
- Selected candidates will be on probation for 2 years.
- Selected candidates must execute a Service Indemnity Bond: Rs. 2,00,000 for General Banking posts (G01–G19) and Rs. 2,50,000 for Specialist Officer posts (S01–S108), for a minimum service of 3 years.
- Selected candidates may be posted at any branch or office of the Bank across India.
- No equivalent educational qualification will be considered for eligibility.
Common Application Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting appointment letters, salary certificates or pay slips instead of the prescribed Annexure-II experience certificate.
- Entering an incorrect category or applying for more than one post code.
- Uploading photograph, signature or thumb impression that does not match the prescribed specifications.
- Waiting until the last date to pay the fee, risking website load issues.
- Not reading post-code-specific eligibility carefully before applying.
Candidates are advised to apply only through the official website and to be cautious of fake recruitment websites or unofficial payment requests claiming to process Union Bank applications.
Official Links
Conclusion
The Union Bank SO Recruitment 2026 offers 395 officer-level vacancies across general banking and specialised technical, financial and legal domains. Eligible candidates should read the full official notification carefully, verify their eligibility for the specific post code, and complete the online application before 10 August 2026.
