UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Union Bank of India has announced 1,865 apprenticeship vacancies for 2026. If you’re a graduate looking for your first break in banking, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.Here’s your complete guide to the Union Bank of India Apprentices Recruitment 2026, covering everything from important dates and eligibility to exam patterns and application tips
Application and Examination Name/UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026
| Name of Recruitment: Union Bank of India Apprentice Online Examination 2026 Conducting Body: Union Bank of India (UBI) Total Posts: 1865 |
Important Dates/UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026
Application Fee/UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (Male) | ₹944/- |
| General / OBC (Female) | ₹708/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹236/- |
| Transgender | ₹236/- |
| Payment Mode | Only Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI) |
Educational Qualification/UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | Total Post |
| Apprentice | 1865 |
Age Limit & Age Relaxation/UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026
Total Number of Vacancies/UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 823 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 447 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 289 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 131 |
| GRAND TOTAL | 1,865 |
State-Wise Vacancy Distribution/UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026
How to Apply/UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026
Selection Process & Examination Phases/UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026
| Phase | Description |
|---|---|
| Phase 1: Online Written Exam | A Computer-Based Test (CBT) with objective (multiple-choice) questions. |
| Phase 2: Local Language Test | Check your fluency in the opted state’s local language (reading, writing, speaking). Candidates with valid proof of having studied the language (10th/12th marksheet) may be exempted. |
| Phase 3: Document Verification | Checking of original documents (educational certificates, caste certificates, etc.). |
| Final Stage: Medical Examination | Medical fitness assessment to ensure you’re fit for the role. |
Examination Pattern/UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026
| ⁕ Total Duration: 60 minutes (1 hour) ⁕ Total Questions: 100 ⁕ Total Marks: 100 ⁕ Negative Marking: NO – no penalty for wrong answers |
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| General English | 20 | 20 |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Computer / Subject Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Union Bank of India Products & Services | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Syllabus Overview/UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026
| Section | Key Topics |
|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | Current Affairs (6 months), Financial Institutions, RBI Functions & Policies, Banking Terminology, Government Schemes, Budget Highlights |
| General English | Reading Comprehension, Errors Detection, Sentence Rearrangement, Fill in the Blanks, Cloze Test, Synonyms/Antonyms, Idioms/Phrases |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Simplification, Percentage, Ratio/Proportion, Averages, Profit/Loss, Time & Work, Speed & Distance, Simple/Compound Interest, Data Interpretation |
| Reasoning Ability | Coding-Decoding, Syllogism, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Seating Arrangements, Alphanumeric Series, Puzzles, Inequalities |
| Computer Knowledge | Basic Computer Fundamentals, Hardware/Software, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet & Email, Operating Systems, Cybersecurity basics |
| UBI Products & Services | UPI, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, Loans & Deposits, Digital Banking, Other Banking Products & Services |
Salary & Stipend/UBI Apprentices Recruitment 2026
Important Link
| APPLY ONLINE | CLICK HERE |
| DOWNLOAD NOTIFICATION | CLICK HERE |
| OFFICIAL WEBSITE | CLICK HERE |
| FOR MORE VACANCIES | CLICK HERE |
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Q 1: What is the last date to apply for Union Bank of India Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 19 May 2026 (by 11:59 PM)
Q 2: Is the Union Bank Apprentice a permanent bank job?
Q 3: Can final year students apply for these apprentice posts?
No. Your graduation result must be declared on or before 01 April 2026. Students awaiting final results are NOT eligible.
Q 4: What is the selection process for the UBI Apprentice post?
The selection involves: 1) Online Written Test, 2) Local Language Proficiency Test, 3) Document Verification, and 4) Medical Examination.
Q 5: Is there negative marking in the UBI Apprentice online exam?
No, there is no negative marking. You can attempt all questions without penalty
Q 6: What is the age limit to apply for these apprentice posts?
As of 01 April 2026, the minimum age is 20 years and the maximum is 28 years for General category candidates
Q 7: Is it mandatory to register on the NATS portal before applying to UBI?
Yes. You must register on the NATS or NAPS portal first and provide the enrolment number in your UBI application form
Q 8: What is the monthly stipend for Union Bank Apprentices?
The monthly stipend varies by location: Metro: ₹20,000, Urban: ₹18,000, and Rural/Semi-Urban: ₹15,000
Q 9: Can I apply from any state? Do I need to know the local language?
Yes, you can apply for vacancies across India. However, you must be proficient in the local language of the state you apply for
Q 10: I have one year of work experience. Can I apply?
No, candidates with one year or more of work experience or those who have previously completed an apprenticeship are NOT eligible
