Union Bank of India Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025
Union Bank of India Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025
Union Bank of India, a Government of India Undertaking, is inviting online applications from Indian citizens for the engagement of apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The bank is looking to fill 2691 vacancies across various states, including 118 vacancies in Kerala. The minimum qualification required is a Graduation from a recognized University/Institute, completed on or after 01.04.2021. The application process is entirely online, and the registration and application window will be open from 19-Feb-2025 to 05-March-2025.

Union Bank of India Apprenticeship Notification Details
- Organization Name: Union Bank of India
- Job Category: Government
- Recruitment Type: Apprenticeship Engagement
- Post Name: Apprentice
- Notification Date: 18/02/2025
- Total Vacancy: 2691
- Job Location: Across India (Candidates can apply for their home state only)
- Stipend: ₹ 15,000/- per month
- Apply Mode: Online
- Last Date to Apply: 05-March-2025
Union Bank of India Apprenticeship Vacancy 2025
Union Bank of India has announced a total of 2691 apprenticeship vacancies across various states. For Kerala, there are 118 vacancies distributed across the following districts: Ernakulam, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram, and Thrissur. Below is the category-wise breakup for Kerala as per the notification:
- UR (Unreserved): 64
- SC (Scheduled Caste): 11
- ST (Scheduled Tribe): 1
- OBC (Other Backward Classes): Not specified individually but included in total
- EWS (Economically Weaker Section): Not specified individually but included in total
- Total PWBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability): Includes HI (6), OC (6), VI (5), ID (5) as part of the national total of 120
The number of seats is provisional and may vary based on the bank’s requirements. Candidates can choose up to three preferred districts within Kerala during registration, though the final allotment will be at the bank’s discretion.
Union Bank of India Apprenticeship Age Limit 2025
The age limit for this apprenticeship is between 20 and 28 years as of 01-Feb-2025. Candidates born between 02-Feb-1997 and 01-Feb-2005 (both dates inclusive) are eligible to apply. Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable as per Government of India guidelines:
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
- Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe: 5 years relaxation
- Other Backward Classes (Non-creamy layer): 3 years relaxation
- Persons with Benchmark Disability (PWBD): 10 years relaxation
Union Bank of India Apprenticeship Stipend 2025
The stipend for the apprentice position is ₹ 15,000/- per month for the one-year engagement period. No additional allowances or benefits are provided.
Union Bank of India Apprenticeship Qualification 2025
Apprentice Eligibility: Applicants must have completed Graduation from a recognized University/Institute on or after 01.04.2021 and possess a passing certificate as of 05-March-2025. Candidates who have undergone prior apprenticeship training or have job experience of one year or more after graduation are not eligible.
Application Fees for Union Bank of India Apprenticeship 2025
The examination fees (non-refundable) for the online application are as follows:
- General / OBC: ₹ 800.00 + GST
- All Females: ₹ 600.00 + GST
- SC/ST: ₹ 600.00 + GST
- PWBD: ₹ 400.00 + GST
Fees must be paid online using a debit card, credit card, internet banking, or UPI. Transaction charges, if any, will be borne by the candidates.
How to Apply for Union Bank of India Apprenticeship 2025?
- Register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal at https://nats.education.gov.in.
- Log in to the NATS portal using your credentials and locate the Union Bank of India apprenticeship advertisement under “Apply Against Advertised Vacancies.”
- Apply for the apprenticeship opportunity and note your Enrolment ID issued by the NATS portal.
- Check your registered email for a message from BFSI SSC (info@bfsissc.com) with a link to provide additional details (e.g., category status, PWBD status, district preferences) and pay the examination fee.
- Complete the payment process online and retain the e-receipt sent to your email.
- Verify all details before final submission on the NATS portal.
- Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Notes
- Candidates must be proficient in the local language of Kerala (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding).
- The selection process includes an online test (General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude, and Computer Knowledge) and a test of local language proficiency.
- Engagement as an apprentice does not guarantee employment with Union Bank of India.
- For queries, contact info@bfsissc.com or apprentice@unionbankofindia.bank.