UCO Bank is recruiting for Local Bank Officer (LBO) positions through its latest recruitment drive for 2025-26. This is a contractual job opportunity with 250 vacancies available nationwide. The official notification was released on 16/01/2025, and job postings will be across India. Interested candidates can apply online from 16/01/2025 to 05/02/2025. Applicants from all over India are eligible to apply for these positions.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization | UCO Bank |
| Post Name | LBO |
| Advt No. | HO/HRM/RECR/2024-25/COM-75 |
| Nature of Job | Contractual |
| Mode of Exam | CBT |
| Vacancies | 250 |
| Salary | Rs. 48480-85920 |
| Applicant Eligible From | India |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Category | Banking |
Post Details
| S.No. | Post Name Local Bank Officer |
Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gujarat | 57 (UR-25, EWS-05, OBC-15, ST-04, SC-08) |
| 2 | Maharashtra | 70 (UR-30, EWS-07, OBC-18, ST-05, SC-10) |
| 3 | Assam | 30 (UR-13, EWS-03, OBC-08, ST-02, SC-04) |
| 4 | Karnataka | 35 (UR-16, EWS-03, OBC-09, ST-02, SC-05) |
| 5 | Tripura | 13 (UR-08, EWS-01, OBC-03, SC-01) |
| 6 | Sikkim | 06 (UR-05, OBC-01) |
| 7 | Nagaland | 05 (UR-04, OBC-01) |
| 8 | Meghalaya | 04 (UR-03, OBC-01) |
| 9 | Kerala | 15 (UR-07, EWS-01, OBC-04, SC-02) |
| 10 | Telengana & Andhra Pradesh | 10 (UR-06, EWS-01, OBC-02, SC-01) |
| 11 | Jammu & Kashmir | 05 (UR-04, OBC-01) |
Age Eligibility
The age eligibility for the Local Bank Officer (LBO) post is between 20 to 30 years as of 01/01/2025. This means candidates must have been born not earlier than 02/01/1995 and not later than 01/01/2005.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe(SC/ST) | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (Non- creamy layer) {OBC-NCL} | 3 years |
| Persons With Benchmark Disability as defined under The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 | 10 years |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years |
Exam Fee
| SC/ST/PwBD candidates | Rs. 175/- (inclusive of GST) |
| All others | Rs. 850/- (inclusive of GST) |
Essential Qualification
| Post Name | Essential Qualification |
| Local Bank Officer |
A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Govt. of India or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government.
The candidate must possess valid Mark-sheet / Degree Certificate and indicate the percentage of marks obtained in Graduation while registering for the position. |
Selection Process
| Steps | Process |
| Online Examination |
It is a Computer Based Test (CBT).
Nature: Objective type questions Duration: 3 hours Total Marks: 200 Sections: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (60 Marks, 60 minutes) General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness (40 Marks, 35 minutes) English Language (40 Marks, 40 minutes) Data Analysis & Interpretation (60 Marks, 45 minutes) Syllabus: As per the sections mentioned above. Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Language: English & Hindi (except for English Language section) |
| Language Proficiency Test |
Candidates shortlisted through the online written test will have to appear in the local proficiency test,
Candidates who produce 10th or 12th standard mark sheet/ certificate evidencing having studied the local language will not be required to undergo the language test. |
| Personal Interview |
Maximum Marks: 100
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40 (35 for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) Weightage: Online Test - 80%, Interview - 20% |
How to Apply
- Visit the authorised Bank website https://ucobank.com and click on the Career Page.
- Go to "Recruitment Opportunities" and then click on the option “CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE FOR LOCAL BANK OFFICER (LBO) 2025-26" to open the Online Application Form.
- Click on “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION” to register the application by entering the basic information in the online application form. After that, a provisional registration number and password will be generated by the system and displayed on the screen.
- Note down the Provisional registration number and password. An Email & SMS indicating the Provisional Registration number and Password will also be sent.
- Reopen the saved data using Provisional registration number and password and edit the particulars, if needed.
- Upload Photograph, Signature, Left thumb impression, A hand written declaration, and Certificate as mentioned in clause 11 (x) (if applicable).
- Candidates will also be required to capture and upload their live photograph through a webcam or mobile phone during the registration process.
- Carefully fill in the online application. Prior to submission of the online application, candidates are advised to use the "SAVE AND NEXT” facility to verify the details in the online application form and modify the same if required.
- No change is permitted after clicking on the COMPLETE REGISTRATION Button.
- Make the payment of requisite fees/ intimation charges through ONLINE mode only.
Important Dates
| Online registration start date | 16/01/2025 |
| Online registration last date | 05/02/2025 |
| Payment date of application fees | 16/01/2025 to 05/02/2025 |
Important Links
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Admit Card Link | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the last date to apply for UCO Bank LBO Recruitment 2025-26?
- What is the selection process for UCO Bank LBO?
- What is the age limit to apply for this recruitment?
- How many vacancies are there for LBO post?
Ans. The last date to apply is 05/02/2025.
Ans. The selection process includes an Online Examination, Language Proficiency Test and Personal Interview.
Ans. The age limit is 20-30 years as of 01/01/2025. Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms.
Ans. There are total 250 vacancies.