The official notification for the Union Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 has been released by Union Bank of India to recruit Specialist Officers (SO), General Banking Officers (GBO), and Domain Experts across multiple management scales. The notification provides complete details about vacancies, eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, work experience, age limit, salary structure, selection process, reservation policy, and the online application procedure.

Candidates should carefully review the official notification before completing the online application to ensure they meet all the prescribed eligibility conditions and submit accurate information.

Notification PDF: Available on the official Union Bank of India website.

Union Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Apply Online

The online registration portal will remain active from 21 July 2026 to 10 August 2026. Candidates meeting the prescribed eligibility conditions can complete the application process within the given timeline.

Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted.

Apply Online: Available through the Union Bank of India Careers Portal.

How to Apply Online for Union Bank SO Recruitment 2026

Applicants can complete their online application by following these simple steps.

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Open the official website of Union Bank of India and navigate to the Careers section.

Step 2: Register Yourself

Click on the recruitment advertisement titled Union Bank Recruitment Project 2026-27 and choose New Registration. Enter your basic personal information such as your name, email address, and mobile number.

Step 3: Fill the Application Form

Sign in using the generated registration credentials. Complete the application form by entering educational qualifications, professional experience, personal information, and the desired post code.

Step 4: Upload Required Documents

Upload scanned copies of:

• Passport-size photograph
• Signature
• Left thumb impression
• Handwritten declaration

Ensure that all uploaded files meet the specifications mentioned in the official notification.

Step 5: Pay the Application Fee

Complete the fee payment through any available online payment method such as:

• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• Internet Banking
• UPI

After successful payment, submit the application form and save a copy for future use.

Union Bank of India SO Vacancy 2026

The recruitment includes vacancies across different management levels. The post-wise vacancy distribution is provided below.

Cadre	Scale	Vacancies
Manager	MMGS-II	163
Senior Manager	MMGS-III	153
Chief Manager	SMGS-IV	52
Assistant General Manager	SMGS-V	20
Deputy General Manager	TEGS-VI	7
Total	—	395

Union Bank SO Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must satisfy all eligibility requirements before applying.

Educational Qualification

The required qualification differs according to the post applied for.

Post Category	Required Qualification
General Banking Officer	Graduation in any discipline
Fraud Risk / AML / Financial Crime	Graduation with prescribed certification
Project Management	B.E./B.Tech (CS, IT, ECE), MCA or M.Sc
Finance & Accounts	CA, CMA or CFA as applicable
IT Specialist Officer	B.E./B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA or M.Sc in relevant discipline
Law Officer	Bachelor’s Degree in Law
Architect	B.Arch with Council Registration
Civil & Electrical Engineer	B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering branch
Fire Officer	Degree in Fire Engineering or equivalent qualification

Several positions also require relevant post-qualification professional experience.

Age Limit

The age criteria depend on the management scale.

Scale	Age Limit
Scale II	Generally 25–35 Years
Scale III	Generally up to 38 Years
Scale IV	As per notification
Scale V	Up to 45 Years
Scale VI	Up to 47 Years

Age relaxation will be provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories according to Government of India guidelines.

Union Bank SO Salary 2026

Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary package along with various allowances and benefits.

Scale	Basic Pay
MMGS-II	₹64,820 – ₹93,960
MMGS-III	₹85,920 – ₹1,02,940
SMGS-IV	₹1,20,940
SMGS-V	₹1,20,940 – ₹1,35,020
TEGS-VI	₹1,40,500 – ₹1,56,500

Apart from the basic pay, selected officers will also receive:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA) or leased accommodation
• Special Allowance
• Medical reimbursement
• Leave Fare Concession (LFC)
• Other benefits as per bank rules

Union Bank SO Selection Process 2026

The recruitment process differs depending on the management grade.

For Scale II & Scale III Posts

• Online Written Examination
• Group Discussion (where applicable)
• Personal Interview

For Scale IV, Scale V & Scale VI Posts

• Group Discussion (if conducted)
• Assessment Test (where applicable)
• Personal Interview

The final selection will be based on performance in the applicable stages and verification of eligibility documents.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	July 2026
Online Application Starts	21 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	10 August 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	10 August 2026
Exam Date	To Be Announced

Documents Required

Before starting the online application, candidates should ensure that all the necessary documents are prepared and readily available.

• Graduation/Post Graduation certificates
• Professional qualification certificates (if applicable)
• Experience certificates
• Passport-size photograph
• Signature
• Left thumb impression
• Handwritten declaration
• Valid photo identity proof

Why Apply for Union Bank SO Recruitment 2026?

The Union Bank of India Specialist Officer recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking a stable career in the banking sector. Along with a competitive salary package, selected candidates receive promotion opportunities, job security, medical facilities, pension-related benefits, leave benefits, and several other employee welfare schemes.

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