UCO Bank has released the UCO Bank Recruitment 2026 notification for 20 vacancies at its official website. The recruitment drive is for Specialist Officer posts of Manager-AI/ML Engineer and Manager-Cyber Security in MMGS-II, under the Specialist Cadre, on a regular basis. Online applications are being accepted through the bank’s official careers portal. The application process starts on 29th Aug 2026, while the last date to submit the online form and pay the fee is 18th Sep 2026. Candidates should check the post-wise eligibility, age limit, salary, vacancy and selection process before applying.
UCO Bank Recruitment 2026 Out
The UCO Bank Recruitment 2026 has been announced for a total of 20 vacancies, evenly split between Manager-AI/ML Engineer and Manager-Cyber Security posts. Applications must be submitted online through the bank’s website.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | UCO Bank |
| Recruitment Name | UCO Bank Recruitment of Specialist Officers 2026-27 |
| Advertisement Number | HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-01 |
| Post Names | Manager-AI/ML Engineer, Manager-Cyber Security |
| Grade/Scale | MMGS-II |
| Total Vacancies | 20 |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Registration & Fee Payment Period | 29th Aug 2026 to 18th Sep 2026 |
| Selection Process | Online Written Examination and/or Screening and/or Group Discussion and/or Interview |
| Official Portal | https://uco.bank.in (Career > Recruitment Opportunities) |
| Contact | 033-4455 7379 / hohrd.calcutta@uco.bank.in |
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UCO Bank Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
UCO Bank has issued the recruitment notification for the Manager-AI/ML Engineer and Manager-Cyber Security posts under Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-01. Candidates should read the notification carefully before submitting the application form.
The notification clarifies that candidates can apply for only one position; a candidate applying for one post will not be eligible to apply for the other. It also states that vacancies are provisional and may vary according to the bank’s actual requirements, and that no hard copy of the application needs to be sent to the bank.
UCO Bank Vacancy 2026
UCO Bank has announced 20 vacancies across two Specialist Officer posts under the current recruitment drive.
| Position | Scale | Age (as on 01.08.2026) | Vacancies | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manager-AI/ML Engineer | MMGS-II | 25–35 years | 10 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 06 |
| Manager-Cyber Security | MMGS-II | 25–35 years | 10 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 06 |
| Total | 20 | 02 | 00 | 04 | 02 | 12 |
Note: No vacancies are currently reserved for PwBD (VI/HI/OC/ID & Others) categories in this recruitment.
UCO Bank Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates must complete the online application and fee payment within the prescribed timeline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date of Online Registration | 29th Aug 2026 |
| Closing Date of Online Registration | 18th Sep 2026 |
| Last Date for Payment of Application Fee/Intimation Charges | 18th Sep 2026 |
| Online Written Examination/Interview Date | To be announced |
UCO Bank Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for UCO Bank Recruitment 2026 must satisfy the following educational qualification and experience requirements, as on 01.08.2026.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Manager-AI/ML Engineer | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/AI & ML/Data Science (min. 50% marks), or MCA, or M.Tech/M.E. in Computer Science/IT/AI & ML/Data Science (min. 50% marks). Certification in AI, Gen AI, NLP, ML preferred | Minimum 3 years’ post-qualification experience in development and implementation of AI, Gen AI, NLP or Content Analysis based projects |
| Manager-Cyber Security | Full-time B.Tech/B.E. in Computer Science/Software Engineering/IT/Electronics/ECE or equivalent (min. 50% marks), or MCA, or M.Tech/M.Sc. in the above disciplines (min. 50% marks). An advanced degree in Cyber Security or IT preferred | Minimum 3 years’ post-qualification hands-on experience in offensive cyber security (Red Team operations, AI Red Teaming, penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, etc.) |
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 25 and 35 years of age as on 01.08.2026, for both posts.
UCO Bank Age Relaxation
The upper age limit is relaxable for candidates of reserved categories as per Government guidelines.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (as defined) | 5 years |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years |
UCO Bank Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates will be placed in the following pay scale, along with DA, HRA/Lease Accommodation, CCA, medical benefits and other admissible allowances.
| Scale | Basic Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|
| MMGS-II | 64,820 – 2,340/1 – 67,160 – 2,680/10 – 93,960 |
UCO Bank Probation Period and Service Bond
| Scale | Probation Period | Bond Amount | Minimum Service Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMGS-II | 1 (one) year | ₹2,00,000 | 2 (two) years |
Selected candidates must execute a bond to serve the bank for a minimum of 2 years, or pay ₹2,00,000 if they leave prior to completing this period. Confirmation will be made upon satisfactory performance and conduct during probation.
UCO Bank Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Candidates must pay the prescribed, non-refundable application fee/intimation charges online between 29.08.2026 and 18.09.2026.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD Candidates | ₹175/- (inclusive of GST) |
| All Others | ₹850/- (inclusive of GST) |
Bank transaction charges for online payment must be borne by the candidate. The fee, once paid, will not be refunded or held in reserve for any other examination or selection process.
How to Apply for UCO Bank Recruitment 2026?
Applications for UCO Bank Recruitment 2026 must be submitted online through the bank’s official website.
- Log in to uco.bank.in and click on “Career.”
- Click on “Recruitment Opportunities” and select Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-01.
- Click on “Click Here to Apply Online.”
- Click “Click Here for New Registration” and complete the registration by entering basic information to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Log in using your credentials and select the position you wish to apply for (only one position can be selected).
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature and required documents as per the specifications in Annexure-I.
- Complete the application form carefully using the “Save and Next” facility to verify details before final submission, as no changes are allowed after clicking “Final Submit.”
- Pay the prescribed application fee/intimation charges online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking or UPI.
- Take a printout of the system-generated application form for personal reference (do not send it to the bank).
Not more than one application should be submitted by a candidate; in case of multiple applications, only the last valid (completed) application will be retained, and fees paid for other registrations will stand forfeited.
UCO Bank Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be made through an Online Written Examination and/or Screening and/or Group Discussion and/or Interview, or any other selection process as decided by the Bank.
- The Screening Committee will examine whether candidates fulfil the required eligibility criteria; shortlisting is purely provisional, without document verification at this stage.
- Only the most suitable candidates, as decided by the Bank, will be called for the selection process; merely satisfying eligibility norms does not entitle a candidate to be called forward.
- Qualifying marks for the written examination/interview/selection process will be decided by the Bank.
- The merit list will be prepared in descending order based on scores obtained in the Online Written Examination and/or Group Discussion and/or Interview. In case of a tie at the cut-off point, candidates will be ranked by age in descending order (older candidates ranked higher).
- If a written examination is conducted, its structure will be intimated through the Bank’s website.
Candidates found not satisfying the eligibility criteria at the time of interview, or unable to produce relevant documents, will not be permitted to appear for the interview or will be declared ineligible.
