UCO Bank SO Recruitment Overview
UCO Bank has officially released official notification for the recruitment of 20 Specialist Officer (SO) vacancies. Online applications start from 29th August 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official UCO Bank website. The last date to submit the application form is 18th September 2026.
| Company | United Commercial Bank (UCO Bank) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Specialist officer (Manager-AI/ML Engineer, Manager-Cyber Security (both MMGS-II)) |
| Advertisement No. | HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-01 |
| Total Posts | 20 |
| Job Type | Regualr Basis |
| Pay Scale | MMGS-II: ₹64,820–93,960 Per Month |
| Age Limit | 25 - 35 Years (as on 01/08/2026) as per post |
| Qualification | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/AI & ML/Data Science or MCA, or M.Tech/M.E. in Computer Science/IT/AI & ML/Data Science with minimum 50% marks, from a Government-recognized University/Institution/Board. |
| Job Location | Various Circles Across India |
| Start Date of Apply | 29/08/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 18/09/2026 |
| Application Fee | GEN/OBC/EWS:₹850/- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: ₹175/- |
| Website | https://www.uco.bank.in/ |
UCO Bank SO Recruitment Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Scale | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Manager-AI/ML Engineer | MMGS-II | 10 |
| Regional Head (RH) | MMGS-II | 10 |
| Total | 20 |
UCO Bank SO Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 25 - 35 years (as on 01/08/2026) post wise |
| Gender | Both Male & Female are eligible |
Educational Qualification + Experience
| Post Name | Educational Qualification + Experience |
|---|---|
| Manager-AI/ML Engineer (MMGS-II) | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology/AI & ML/Data Science with minimum 50% marks, or MCA, or M.Tech/M.E. in Computer Science/Information Technology/AI & ML/Data Science with minimum 50% marks, from a Government-recognized University/Institution/Board. Certification in AI, Gen AI, NLP, or ML is preferred. + Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in development and implementation of AI, Gen AI, NLP, or Content Analysis-based projects. |
| Manager-Cyber Security (MMGS-II) | Full-time B.Tech/B.E. in Computer Science/Computer Science & Engineering/Software Engineering/Information Technology/Electronics/Electronics & Communications Engineering (or equivalent) with minimum 50% marks, or MCA, or M.Tech/M.Sc in the above disciplines with minimum 50% marks, from a Government-recognized University/Institution/Board. An advanced degree in Cyber Security or IT is preferred. Candidates must also mandatorily hold one or more valid certifications from a prescribed list, including OSCP, OSCE³, OSWE, OSEP, GIAC GPEN/GXPN, CAISP, Offensive AI (SANS), or GenAI and LLM Security (SANS). + Minimum 3 years' post-qualification hands-on experience in offensive cyber security, covering areas such as Red Team operations, AI Red Team operations on Generative AI/Frontier AI models, penetration testing, or advanced vulnerability assessment. |
UCO Bank SO Recruitment Salary
| Post Name | Basic Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|
| MMGS-II | 64820 – 2340/1 – 67160 – 2680/10 – 93960 |
DA, HRA/lease accommodation, CCA, medical benefits, and other allowances and perquisites will be admissible as per the Bank’s prevailing rules and regulations, subject to change from time to time as per Bank policy and industry-level settlements.
UCO Bank SO Recruitment Age Limit and Relaxation
The age limit for both Manager-AI/ML Engineer and Manager-Cyber Security is 25–35 years as on 01/08/2026. Age relaxation for reserved categories is as follows:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers (min. 5 years military service) | 5 Years |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 Years |
UCO Bank SO Recruitment Selection Process
- Online Written Examination
- Screening
- Group Discussion
- Interview
- Merit List
UCO Bank SO Recruitment Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 29/08/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 29/08/2026 |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 18/09/2026 |
| Online Fee Payment End Date | 18/09/2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-Off Date | 01/08/2026 |
| Online Written Examination Date | Not specified in the notification |
UCO Bank SO Recruitment How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official link: www.uco.bank.in and click on Careers > Recruitment Opportunities.
- Step 2: Click on Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-01
- Step 3: Register on the portal with email ID and mobile number
- Step 4: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, state preference, and category details
- Step 5: Upload scanned copies of Photograph, Signature, educational certificates, and caste/PwBD certificate (if applicable).
- Step 6: Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Step 7: Submit the application.
- Step 8: Take a printout for future reference.
UCO Bank SO Recruitment Important Links
| Official Website Link | Click Here → |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Link | Apply Here → |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q 1. What is the total number of vacancies in UCO Bank SO Recruitment 2026?
There are 20 tentative vacancies across two posts.
Q 2. What is the start date to apply for UCO Bank SO Recruitment 2026?
The start date for online application is 29 August 2026.
Q 3. What is the last date to apply for UCO Bank SO Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 18 September 2026.
Q 4. What is the age limit for UCO Bank SO Recruitment 2026 posts?
25 to 35 years as on 01/08/2026. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC/PWBD/Ex-servicemen candidates as pr Government norms.
Q 5. What is the application fee for UCO Bank SO Recruitment 2026?
₹175/- for SC/ST/PWD/Women candidates and ₹850/- for all other candidates (including OBC and EWS), inclusive of GST.
Abbreviation
| UCO Bank | United Commercial Bank |
|---|---|
| SO | Specialist Officer |
| AI | Artificial Intelligence |
| GEN | General Category |
| UR | Unreserved Category |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribes |
| OBC | Other Backward Class |
| NCL | Non-Creamy Layer |
| ESM / XSM | Ex-Serviceman |
| PwBD | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
| Max | Maximum |
| Min | Minimum |
| GST | Goods and Services Tax |
| CBT | Computer Bases Test |
| IDA | Industrial Dearness Allowance |
| MCA | Master of Computer Applications |
| MBA | Master of Business Administration |
| CA | Chartered Accountant |
| PGDM | Post Graduate Diploma in Management |
| CMA | Certified Management Accountant |
| HRA | House Rent Allowance |
| Ph.D. | Doctor of Philosophy |
| PG | Post Graduation |
| M.Sc. | Master of Science |
| B.Tech. | Bachelor of Technology |
| B.E. | Bachelor of Engineering |
| M.Tech. | Master of Technology |
| LLB | Bachelor of Laws |
| VDA | Variable Dearness Allowance |
| CS | Computer Science |
| IT | Information Technology |
| ITI | Industrial Training Institute |
| AICTE | All India Council for Technical Education |
| NCVT | National Council for Vocational Training |
| UGC | University Grants Commission |
| BCA | Bachelor of Computer Applications |
| B.Com. | Bachelor of Commerce |
| UPI | Unified Payments Interface |
| JMGS | Junior Management Grade Scale |
| MMGS | Middle Management Grade Scale |
| SMGS | Senior Management Grade Scale |