Union Bank of India Recruitment 2026: Apply for 395 SO Posts

Union Bank of India Launches 2026–27 Recruitment Drive for 395 Officer Posts

The Union Bank of India recently published an official notification outlining its Recruitment Project 2026–27, announcing 395 new job openings. These positions span across both General Banking and Specialist Officer roles, ranging from Manager (MMGS-II) up to Deputy General Manager (TEGS-VI).

Prospective applicants can submit their online registrations starting July 21, 2026. The application window will officially close on August 10, 2026. Eligible candidates are advised to apply directly through the designated portals at unionbankofindia.bank.in or www.unionbankofindia.co.in.

According to the official circular issued by the Bank’s Human Resources Vertical at the Central Office in Mumbai on July 20, 2026, the hiring initiative targets Officers with Domain Expertise, alongside standard banking professionals. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of important dates, eligibility requirements, salary structures, and the complete application procedure.

• Union Bank of India Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
• Direct Link to Apply Online

Union Bank of India Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

Union Bank of India Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Candidates must ensure they adhere to the following crucial timelines to guarantee their application is processed successfully.

Details of Vacancies and Salary Scales

The 395 openings are spread out across five distinct grade levels, offering competitive remuneration packages.

In addition to basic pay, employees receive a Special Allowance, Dearness Allowance, and other perks governed by the industry-level bipartite settlement and Joint Note for bank officers. Allowances also include residential quarters or lease rent, LFC, and medical/hospitalization reimbursement. Note that the final CTC may fluctuate based on location, DA changes, wage revisions, and specific bank policies.

Category-wise Reservation Break-up

The total vacancies encompass standard reservation quotas, distributed across all 108 post codes.

PwBD Reservations:

• PwBD – Visually Impaired (VI): 5
• PwBD – Hearing Impaired (HI): 5
• PwBD – Orthopedically Challenged (OC): 7
• PwBD – Intellectually Disabled (ID): 2

These 395 jobs are further classified into 108 distinct post codes. The General Banking sector comprises G01–G19, while the Specialized Segment incorporates S01–S108, managing roles in IT, Forex, Chartered Accountancy, Risk Management, Law, Architecture, Engineering, Fire Safety, Printing, and Vendor Management. Detailed requirements for all 108 codes are available below.

Eligibility Criteria and Nationality

To apply, a candidate must be:

(i) a citizen of India,

(ii) a subject of Nepal,

(iii) a subject of Bhutan,

(iv) a Tibetan refugee who arrived in India before 1 January 1962 to permanently settle, or

(v) a person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam to settle in India permanently.

Applicants in categories (ii) through (v) are required to hold an official eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India prior to the notification date.

General Banking Segment Criteria (Post Codes G01–G19)

Specialized Segment Criteria (Post Codes S01–S108)

This extensive category includes IT, Cybersecurity, Law, Risk Management, Architecture, and Engineering positions among others. Due to varied educational and experiential mandates, specific requirements for all 90 roles are cataloged below.

Candidates can review detailed category-wise break-ups for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/UR and PwBD reservations mapped to each post code inside the official notification document.

Age Limit and Allowable Relaxations

Age cut-offs are verified as of 01.07.2026. Specific maximum age limitations apply per post code (reference tables above), although several categories qualify for age relaxations as indicated below.

Age relaxation measures for SC, ST, and OBC candidates can only be stacked with one other category (PwBD, Ex-servicemen, or 1984 riot-affected). The Officers’ Cadre offers no dedicated vacancy reservation for Ex-servicemen.

Application Fee Details

The application fee is non-refundable and cannot be transferred to future examinations. Standard bank transaction charges are the responsibility of the candidate.

Applicants can clear the fee online using an assortment of digital methods, including Debit Cards (RuPay, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, Mobile Wallets, or UPI.

Comprehensive Selection Process

The bank employs varying evaluation methods based on the scale of the position. For roles up to Scale III, candidates generally face an Online Examination, a Group Discussion (contingent on applicant volume), and a Personal Interview. For upper management scales (IV, V, and VI), the bank will bypass the written test and rely on Group Discussions, other internal assessments, and Personal Interviews.

Online Examination Structure – Specialist Officers (Post Codes S01–S108, up to Scale III)

Online Examination Structure – General Banking Officers (Post Codes G01–G19, up to Scale III)

While the examination is predominantly bilingual (English and Hindi), the English Language section remains exclusively in English. The English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning segments act as qualifiers; these marks will not influence the final merit compilation.

A 25% negative marking penalty applies for every incorrect answer, while blank responses carry zero penalties. Minimum qualifying scores demand 40% for General and EWS candidates, and 35% for SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD categories (subject to bank review).

The Personal Interview Phase

Candidates will face a 100-mark Personal Interview aimed at evaluating academic foundation, job-specific expertise, leadership traits, communication capabilities, and overall suitability. To pass this phase, General and EWS candidates must score a minimum of 50 marks, while reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC, PwBD) require 45 marks. Shortlisting for the interview phase operates on a 1:3 ratio based on the available vacancies.

Final selections will be generated by combining the applicable scores (Online Exam plus Interview, or just Interview/GD marks). In the event of a tie, priority will be granted to the older applicant based on birth dates.

Mandatory Documents Required

Candidates are mandated to bring the following documentation to the interview stage:

• Printout of the valid Interview Call Letter
• System-generated printout of the online application form
• Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or SSLC/Std. X Certificate with DOB)
• Photo Identity Proof (PAN Card/Passport/Permanent Driving Licence/Voter’s Card/Bank Passbook with photo/Aadhaar, etc. – Ration Card and Learner’s Driving Licence are NOT accepted)
• Mark sheets and certificates/degree for educational qualifications
• Latest Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates, in prescribed Government format)
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued on or after 01.04.2026 (for OBC candidates)
• Income & Asset Certificate based on FY 2025-26, valid for FY 2026-27 (for EWS candidates)
• Disability certificate in prescribed format (for PwBD candidates)
• Scribe declaration form, if services of a scribe were used
• Discharge book/pension payment order (for Ex-servicemen)
• No Objection Certificate from employer (for candidates serving in Government/PSU/Bank)
• Experience certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure-II of the notification), issued by the Competent Authority of the employer, clearly stating period, post held, and nature of duties

Appointment letters, salary certificates, and standard pay slips cannot function as valid proof of work experience.

How to Apply for Union Bank of India Recruitment 2026

1. Navigate to the bank’s official webpage at www.unionbankofindia.co.in and open the ‘Recruitment’ tab.
2. On the dedicated Career Overview section, select ‘Click to View the Current Recruitment’ to locate the specific notification titled: “UNION BANK RECRUITMENT PROJECT 2026-27 (OFFICERS WITH DOMAIN EXPERTISE, GENERAL BANKING OFFICERS & SPECIALIST OFFICERS)”.
3. Click the “CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE” button to access the digital registration form.
4. Proceed by choosing “Click here for New Registration”. Enter your full Name, contact information, and Email ID. Safely document the system-generated Provisional Registration Number and Password provided.
5. Utilize the “SAVE AND NEXT” feature to complete the form incrementally. Thoroughly review all entered information, as edits are permanently blocked after finalizing via “COMPLETE REGISTRATION”.
6. Upload an updated photograph, signature, and a left thumb impression adhering strictly to the notification’s dimension rules.
7. Complete all pending data fields, preview the entire application, and proceed to hit “COMPLETE REGISTRATION”.
8. Switch to the “Payment” section and finalize your application fee securely online.
9. Select ‘Submit’, then download and print the system-generated e-receipt and full application form for future records.

Candidates are restricted to applying for a single post. If multiple applications are identified, only the final submitted version is considered valid.

Important Registration Instructions

• Submitting applications for more than one position is strictly prohibited. Engaging in multiple interviews for a single role automatically triggers disqualification.
• Once the online application is successfully submitted, category modifications are permanently restricted.
• Current Union Bank of India staff members must filter their application through internal proper channels (the HR Department of their respective Regional/Zonal Office). Should they secure selection, they will be required to resign and freshly rejoin the Bank’s service.
• The mandated active service probation period spans 2 years.
• Candidates selected under codes G01–G19 must sign a Service Indemnity Bond guaranteeing a minimum of 3 years of service. A breach incurs a ₹2,00,000 penalty alongside applicable taxes.
• Candidates selected under codes S01–S108 must sign a Service Indemnity Bond guaranteeing a minimum of 3 years of service. Leaving early incurs a ₹2,50,000 penalty plus applicable taxes.
• The bank retains total discretion regarding geographical deployment; selected candidates may be stationed at any branch nationwide.
• Union Bank of India holds the right to alter the vacancy counts, exam protocols, or completely withdraw the recruitment drive at any given stage.
• Legal disputes related to this recruitment are strictly bound to the jurisdiction of the courts located in Mumbai.

Union Bank of India Recruitment 2026: Important Links

• Apply Online: Click here
• Official Notification PDF: Click here
• Official Website: Click here