Last updated: September 11, 2026 at 12:05 AM
UCO Bank has released Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-01 for the recruitment of IT Specialist Officers in MMGS-II on a regular basis. A total of 20 vacancies are on offer — 10 for Manager (AI/ML Engineer) and 10 for Manager (Cyber Security). Engineering, MCA or M.Tech graduates aged 25 to 35 years with at least 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience can apply online from 29.08.2026 to 18.09.2026.
Quick Navigation
Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Manager – AI/ML Engineer; Manager – Cyber Security (Specialist Cadre, MMGS-II) |
| Organization | UCO Bank, Human Resource Management Department, Head Office, Kolkata |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-01 dated 29.08.2026 |
| Location | All India / Central Govt (posting anywhere in India at the Bank’s discretion) |
| Total Vacancies | 20 (UR 12, OBC 04, SC 02, EWS 02, ST 00, PwBD 00) |
| Qualification | Full-time B.E./B.Tech or MCA or M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc. in a relevant IT discipline with minimum 50% marks, plus 3 years’ post-qualification experience |
| Age Limit | 25 to 35 years as on 01.08.2026 (relaxation as per rules) Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Screening / Shortlisting → Online Written Examination (if conducted) → Group Discussion and/or Interview → Document Verification and Medical Fitness |
| Pay Scale | MMGS-II scale, basic pay Rs. 64,820 to Rs. 93,960 per month plus DA, HRA/lease accommodation, CCA and other allowances |
| How to Apply | Online only, through the Recruitment Opportunities page on the UCO Bank website |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | uco.bank.in — Recruitment Opportunities |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 29.08.2026 |
| Start of Online Registration | 29.08.2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 18.09.2026 |
| Payment of Application Fee / Intimation Charges (online only) | 29.08.2026 to 18.09.2026 (both dates inclusive) |
| Cut-off Date for Age, Qualification and Experience | 01.08.2026 |
| Online Examination / Interview Date | Not specified in notification — to be intimated on the Bank’s website |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Non-refundable) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 175/- (inclusive of GST) |
| All Other Candidates (UR / OBC / EWS) | Rs. 850/- (inclusive of GST) |
| Mode of Payment | Online only — Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking or UPI |
| Bank Transaction Charges | To be borne by the candidate |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Scale | Age (as on 01.08.2026) | Total | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manager – AI/ML Engineer | MMGS-II | 25-35 | 10 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 06 |
| Manager – Cyber Security | MMGS-II | 25-35 | 10 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 06 |
| Total | — | — | 20 | 02 | 00 | 04 | 02 | 12 |
Note: No vacancy is reserved for PwBD candidates (VI, HI, OC, ID and Others — all nil) under this advertisement. A candidate may apply for only one position; applying for one post makes the candidate ineligible for the other.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification — Manager (AI/ML Engineer) | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, AI & ML or Data Science with minimum 50% marks, OR M.C.A., OR M.Tech/M.E. in Computer Science, Information Technology, AI & ML or Data Science with minimum 50% marks. Preferred: certification in AI, Gen AI, NLP or ML. |
| Experience — Manager (AI/ML Engineer) | Minimum 3 years’ post-qualification experience in development and implementation of AI, Gen AI, NLP and content-analysis based projects. |
| Educational Qualification — Manager (Cyber Security) | Full-time B.Tech/B.E. in Computer Science, CSE, Software Engineering, IT, Electronics or ECE (or equivalent) with minimum 50% marks, OR M.C.A., OR M.Tech/M.Sc. in the above disciplines with minimum 50% marks. Preferred: an advanced degree in Cyber Security or Information Technology. |
| Mandatory Certification — Manager (Cyber Security) | At least one valid certification from: OSCP, OSCE3, OSWE or OSEP (Offsec); GIAC GPEN or GXPN; CAISP (Practical DevSecOps); Offensive AI — Attack & Defend AI Systems (SANS); GenAI and LLM Security (SANS). |
| Experience — Manager (Cyber Security) | Minimum 3 years’ post-qualification hands-on experience in offensive cyber security — Red Team operations, AI Red Teaming, penetration testing of networks/applications/cloud/APIs, security testing of frontier AI and LLM systems, or advanced vulnerability assessment and exploitation. |
| Age Limit | Minimum 25 years and maximum 35 years as on 01.08.2026 Check your age eligibility → |
| Nationality | Citizen of India, or subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 01.01.1962, or a person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries — with an eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India where applicable. |
| Application Restriction | A candidate can apply for only one position. Not more than one application should be submitted; in case of multiple applications only the last valid one is retained and the fee for the others stands forfeited. |
| Result Declaration Cut-off | The final result of the qualifying degree must have been declared on or before 01.08.2026. |
Age Relaxation (Upper Age Limit)
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST) | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) — OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| Persons With Benchmark Disability (as per RPwD Act, 2016) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen, Commissioned Officers including ECOs / SSCOs with at least 5 years’ military service | 5 years |
| Persons affected by the 1984 riots | 5 years |
Note: Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates is allowed on a cumulative basis with only one of the remaining categories listed above. The maximum age limit of 35 years applies to General and EWS category candidates.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Screening / Shortlisting | A screening committee constituted by the Bank examines whether candidates fulfil the eligibility criteria. The Bank decides the screening parameters. Shortlisting is purely provisional and without document verification. No representation or correspondence on screening will be entertained. |
| 2. Online Written Examination (if conducted) | The Bank reserves the right to conduct a written examination depending on the number of applications received. If a written test forms part of the process, the structure and pattern of the examination will be intimated separately through the Bank’s website. Marks, duration and section-wise details are not specified in the notification. |
| 3. Group Discussion and/or Interview | Selection may be done through Group Discussion and/or Interview, or any other process decided by the Bank. Only the most suitable candidates, shortlisted on the basis of eligibility, qualification and experience, are called. Qualifying marks are decided by the Bank. |
| 4. Merit List Preparation | The merit list is prepared in descending order of scores obtained in the online written examination and/or Group Discussion and/or Interview. Where two candidates score the same cut-off marks, they are ranked by age in descending order. |
| 5. Document Verification and Medical Fitness | All educational, caste (including OBC Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, disability and experience certificates are verified with the issuing authority. Appointment is subject to being declared medically fit and to a satisfactory CIBIL/credit record. |
| 6. Probation and Service Bond | Probation of one (1) year from the date of joining. Selected candidates must execute a bond to serve the Bank for a minimum of two (2) years or pay Rs. 2 lakh if they leave before completing two years. |
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Scale | MMGS-II (Middle Management Grade Scale-II), Specialist Cadre |
| Basic Pay Scale | Rs. 64,820 – 2340/1 – 67,160 – 2680/10 – 93,960 |
| Dearness Allowance (D.A.) | Admissible as per prevailing rules and Industry level settlements |
| House Rent Allowance / Lease Accommodation | Admissible as per prevailing rules of the Bank |
| City Compensatory Allowance (C.C.A.) | Admissible as per prevailing rules |
| Medical Benefits | Admissible as per prevailing rules of the Bank |
| Other Allowances and Perquisites | As admissible under the Bank’s rules and regulations, subject to change from time to time |
How to Apply
- Visit the UCO Bank website at uco.bank.in, scroll down and click on “Career”, then open “Recruitment Opportunities”.
- Find Advertisement No. HO/HRM/RECR/2026-27/COM-01 and click “Click Here To Apply Online”.
- Click “Click Here For New Registration” and enter your basic details. Note down the provisional registration number and password generated on screen (also sent by SMS).
- Log in with those credentials, select the single position you are applying for, and complete the application form — uploading your photograph, signature and required documents as per the specifications below.
- Pay the application fee online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking or UPI), then click Final Submit and take a printout of the system-generated application for your record.
Note: Applications are accepted online only — no other mode of application will be accepted, and no hard copy of the application or documents should be sent to the Bank. No change or modification is permitted after clicking Final Submit.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Photograph | Recent passport-style colour photo, 4.5cm x 3.5cm, dimensions 200 x 230 pixels, file size 20–50 KB, jpg/jpeg. Light background, no caps, sunglasses or shadows. Resize your photo and signature → |
| Signature | Signed on white paper with black ink pen by the applicant only. Dimensions 140 x 60 pixels, file size 10–50 KB, jpg/jpeg. Signature in CAPITAL LETTERS will NOT be accepted. |
| Proof of Identity and Address | Scanned in PDF format, maximum 100 KB |
| Proof of Birth (Age Proof) | Scanned in PDF format, maximum 100 KB |
| Educational Certificate(s) and Mark-sheets | Scanned in PDF format, maximum 1 MB. Percentage of marks in Graduation must be indicated while registering. |
| Caste / Category or Disability Certificate (if applicable) | Scanned in PDF format, maximum 1 MB. OBC certificate must carry the Non-Creamy Layer clause issued between 01.04.2026 and the interview date. |
| Experience Certificate(s) | Scanned in PDF format, maximum 1 MB. Must explicitly specify designation, job profile, period of service with specific dates and emoluments, and must state experience in the specified field. |
| EWS Income and Asset Certificate (if applicable) | Based on gross annual income for FY 2025-26, issued by a competent authority on or before the date of interview |
Important Links
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Apply Online / Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying for both positions — a candidate can apply for only one, and applying against one vacancy makes you ineligible for the other.
- Submitting more than one application; only the last valid application is retained and the fee paid for the earlier ones stands forfeited.
- Cyber Security applicants forgetting that at least one valid offensive-security certification (OSCP, OSCE3, OSWE, OSEP, GIAC GPEN/GXPN, CAISP or the SANS AI security courses) is mandatory, not preferred.
- Uploading a photo or signature outside the stated pixel and KB limits — the system will not allow you to move to the next stage until the specifications are met.
- Clicking Final Submit before verifying every detail — no change in name, category, date of birth, address, mobile number or email is permitted afterwards.
- Waiting until 18.09.2026 to apply; the Bank accepts no responsibility for website jams or connectivity failures on the closing date, and the fee is non-refundable once paid.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for UCO Bank Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026-27?
Online registration and fee payment close on 18.09.2026.
2. How many vacancies have been announced?
A total of 20 vacancies — 10 for Manager (AI/ML Engineer) and 10 for Manager (Cyber Security).
3. What is the educational qualification required?
A full-time B.E./B.Tech, M.C.A. or M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc. in a relevant computer science or IT discipline with minimum 50% marks, from a recognised university.
4. What is the age limit for these posts?
25 to 35 years as on 01.08.2026, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, 10 years for PwBD, and 5 years for Ex-Servicemen and 1984 riot-affected persons.
5. How much experience is needed?
Both posts require a minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience — in AI/Gen AI/NLP project development for the AI/ML Engineer post, and in offensive cyber security for the Cyber Security post.
6. What is the application fee?
Rs. 175/- inclusive of GST for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and Rs. 850/- inclusive of GST for all others, payable online only and non-refundable.
7. What salary will a selected candidate get?
The MMGS-II basic pay scale of Rs. 64,820 – 93,960 per month, plus DA, HRA or lease accommodation, CCA, medical benefits and other admissible allowances.
8. Is there a service bond after selection?
Yes — selected candidates serve a one-year probation and must execute a bond to serve the Bank for at least two years or pay Rs. 2 lakh on leaving earlier.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
