Union Bank of India Invites Applications for 2691 Apprentice Positions: All You Need to Know

Union Bank of India has announced a golden opportunity for fresh graduates by inviting applications for the engagement of apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. With 2691 vacancies across India, this program offers young professionals a chance to gain hands-on banking experience. Here’s everything you need to know about this apprenticeship opportunity.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 19th February 2025
• Application End Date: 5th March 2025

Eligibility Criteria

• Age Limit: Candidates should be between 20 to 28 years as of 1st February 2025. Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
• Educational Qualification: A graduation degree from a recognized university/institute. The degree must be obtained on or after 1st April 2021.
• Other Conditions: Candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship training or have job experience for one year or more after their graduation are not eligible.

Vacancy Details

A total of 2691 apprentice positions are available across various states. The vacancies for each state are as follows:

• Andhra Pradesh: 549
• Arunachal Pradesh: 1
• Assam: 12
• Bihar: 20
• Chandigarh: 11
• Chhattisgarh: 13
• Goa: 19
• Gujarat: 125
• Haryana: 33
• Himachal Pradesh: 2
• Jammu & Kashmir: 4
• Jharkhand: 17
• Karnataka: 305
• Kerala: 118
• Madhya Pradesh: 81
• Maharashtra: 296
• Delhi: 69
• Odisha: 53
• Punjab: 48
• Rajasthan: 41
• Tamil Nadu: 122
• Telangana: 304
• Uttarakhand: 9
• Uttar Pradesh: 361
• West Bengal: 78

Selection Process

Candidates must undergo a two-stage selection process:

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1. Online Test: An objective-type exam covering General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude, and Computer Knowledge (100 marks in total, 60-minute duration).
2. Local Language Proficiency Test: Candidates must be proficient in the local language of their applied state. Those who fail to produce evidence of language proficiency must pass a language test.

Stipend & Benefits

• Monthly Stipend: ₹15,000/- per month
• Duration of Training: 1 year
• No Other Allowances: Apprentices are not eligible for additional benefits or allowances.

How to Apply?

1. Register on NATS Portal: Candidates must first register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal at nats.education.gov.in.
2. Apply for Union Bank Apprenticeship: Search for the “Union Bank of India” apprenticeship listing and submit the application.
3. Fee Payment: Candidates must pay the online examination fee:
   • General/OBC: ₹800 + GST
   • Female/SC/ST: ₹600 + GST
   • PWBD: ₹400 + GST
4. Online Test Intimation: Candidates who successfully apply and pay the fee will receive exam details via email.

Important Notes

• Candidates can apply for only one state.
• Only online applications will be accepted.
• Selection does not guarantee employment after the apprenticeship.

The Union Bank of India apprenticeship program provides a fantastic opportunity for young graduates to gain banking experience while earning a stipend. If you meet the eligibility criteria, don’t miss this chance—apply before 5th March 2025. For more details, visit www.unionbankofindia.co.in or https://bfsissc.com.

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