UCO Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2026
Recruitment of AI/ML, Cyber Security Managers & Specialist Cadre Posts
A major recruitment drive for tech and financial professionals in the banking sector! UCO Bank, a leading Public Sector Bank, is inviting online applications for Specialist Officers (SO) across crucial domain roles including Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (AI/ML) Managers, Cyber Security Managers, IT, Risk, and Credit Officers. Interested candidates holding relevant engineering, technology, or financial qualifications must submit their online application on or before the official deadline of September 18, 2026.
Important Dates & Application Fee Structure
| Key Event Timeline |
Fee Details |
• Online Registration Start: Active Now
• Application Deadline: 18 September 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 18 September 2026
• Online Exam / Interview Date: October / November 2026
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• General / OBC / EWS: ₹800/- + GST
• SC / ST / PWD Candidates: ₹100/- (Intimation Charges)
Payment Gateway: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Mobile Wallets, or UPI.
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Post-Wise Qualification & Age Limit Criteria
| Specialist Cadre Role |
Age Limit |
Educational Qualification & Certifications |
| AI / ML Manager |
23 - 35 Years |
B.E. / B.Tech / M.E. / M.Tech in CS, IT, AI, Data Science OR MCA / M.Sc. Data Science with hands-on experience in Machine Learning frameworks & Python/R. |
| Cyber Security Manager |
23 - 35 Years |
B.E. / B.Tech in CS / IT / Cyber Security or MCA. Preferred certifications: CISA, CISSP, CEH, CISM with prior cybersecurity operational experience. |
| IT Specialist Manager |
21 - 32 Years |
B.E. / B.Tech in CS, IT, ECE OR MCA / M.Sc IT with professional work experience in software development or database management. |
| Credit / Risk / Finance Manager |
22 - 32 Years |
CA / CFA OR MBA (Finance) / PGDM (Finance) with relevant post-qualification domain experience in banking or financial services. |
Selection Process Details
- Shortlisting / Online Written Exam: Initial screening based on qualification & work experience profiles, or an Online Professional Knowledge Test.
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Group Discussion (GD) and/or Personal Interview round testing specialized domain knowledge.
- Document Verification & Medical Checkup: Final merit list prepared based on candidate performance in written test/interview subject to verification of certificates.
How to Fill UCO Bank SO Online Application Form
- Visit the official portal of UCO Bank at ucobank.com.
- Go to the "Careers" section and select "Recruitment of Specialist Officers 2026 (AI/ML & Cyber Security Managers)".
- Click on "Apply Online" to access the registration gateway.
- Complete basic registration by entering personal details, email ID, and mobile number.
- Fill in professional qualifications, work experience history, domain certifications, and preferred exam center choices.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the application fee using online payment methods, verify details, and print the final submitted application summary.
Official Direct Candidate Portal Links