UCO Bank has officially announced its recruitment drive for Local Bank Officers (LBO) for the year 2025-26, under Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2024-25/COM-75. The online registration period for applications and payment of fees is open from 16th January 2025 to 5th February 2025. Here’s everything you need to know to apply successfully.
Vacancy Details
UCO Bank has released 250 vacancies across various states, with mandatory proficiency in the local language of the respective state. Candidates can apply for one state only. The details are as follows: 15 vacancies in Kerala
Note: The vacancy list is provisional and subject to change based on the bank’s requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (as of 01-01-2025):
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 30 years
- Relaxations are available for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, and other categories.
2. Educational Qualification:
- A degree (graduation) in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Candidates must possess their degree certificate and provide percentage details when applying.
3. Language Proficiency: Candidates should be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the local language of the state they are applying for.
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
- Online Written Examination:
- Subjects:
- Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (45 Qs, 60 marks)
- General/Economy/Banking Awareness (40 Qs, 40 marks)
- English Language (35 Qs, 40 marks)
- Data Analysis & Interpretation (35 Qs, 60 marks)
- Total duration: 3 hours.
- Penalty: 0.25 marks deducted for wrong answers.
- Subjects:
- Language Proficiency Test: Candidates must pass this test unless exempted by valid certificates from their 10th or 12th standard education.
- Personal Interview:
- Total Marks: 100
- Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (35% for reserved categories).
The final selection will be based on a combined score of the online test and interview in an 80:20 ratio.
Application Fee
- SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175 (inclusive of GST)
- Others: ₹850 (inclusive of GST)
How to Apply
- Visit the UCO Bank official website here.
- Navigate to the “Career” section and select “Recruitment Opportunities.”
- Register by providing basic details and uploading required documents:
- Passport-sized photograph
- Signature
- Left thumb impression
- Handwritten declaration
- Complete the payment and submit the application.
Important Points
- Keep your email and phone number active for updates.
- Only online applications will be accepted; no hard copies are required.
- The bank reserves the right to alter the recruitment process.
For complete details, refer to the official notification on the UCO Bank website. Stay updated and prepare effectively to secure a position as a Local Bank Officer.