Union Bank SO Recruitment 2025 notification has been officially released. It invites applications for 500 Specialist Officer (SO) vacancies under the Union Bank Recruitment Project 2025–26. The recruitment drive aims to fill the positions of Assistant Manager (Credit) and Assistant Manager (IT) across branches and offices nationwide. Candidates seeking a stable banking career with one of India’s premier public sector banks can apply online from 30th April 2025 to 20th May 2025. This is a golden opportunity for graduates and IT professionals to join Union Bank of India and contribute to its specialized verticals.
Union Bank SO Vacancy 2025 – Post Details and Distribution
Under the Union Bank SO Recruitment 2025, a total of 500 vacancies have been announced, equally distributed between two key positions: Assistant Manager (Credit) and Assistant Manager (IT). Both roles fall under the Junior Management Grade Scale I (JMGS-I) with an initial basic pay scale of ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 along with applicable allowances and benefits. The selected candidates will be eligible for various perks including Dearness Allowance, House Rent/Leased Quarters, Leave Fare Concession, and Medical Reimbursements as per bank policies.
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Union Bank SO Recruitment 2025 – Key Highlights
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Manager (Credit) & Assistant Manager (IT) |
| Organization | Union Bank of India |
| Notification No | UBRP 2025–26 |
| Notification Published on | 30th April 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 30th April 2025 |
| Application Close Date | 20th May 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be announced (Tentatively June 2025) |
| Total Vacancy | 500 Posts |
| Job Position | Specialist Officer – JMGS-I (Junior Management Grade Scale I) |
| Job Salary | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 + allowances & benefits |
| Job Qualification | Graduate + MBA (Finance) / CA / B.E. / B.Tech / MCA etc. (as per post) |
| Job Location | All India (PAN India posting) |
| Official Website | www.unionbankofindia.co.in |
Union Bank SO Recruitment 2025 – Age Limit
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 22 years |
| Maximum Age | 30 years |
| Age Cut-off Date | 1st April 2025 |
| SC/ST Age Relaxation | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Relaxation | 3 years |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen / ECOs / SSCOs | 5 years |
| 1984 Riot Victims | 5 years |
| Maximum Age After All Relaxations | 50 years |
Union Bank SO Recruitment 2025 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 30th April 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 30th April 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20th May 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20th May 2025 |
| Cut-off Date for Age Eligibility | 1st April 2025 |
| Cut-off Date for Educational Qualification | 20th May 2025 |
| Tentative Exam Date | June 2025 (To be notified) |
| Interview/Final Selection | To be announced |
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Union Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Post Name | Scale / Grade | Total Vacancies | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | PwBD (VI/HI/OC/MoD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Manager (Credit) | JMGS-I | 250 | 37 | 18 | 67 | 25 | 103 | 2 / 3 / 3 / 2 |
| 2 | Assistant Manager (IT) | JMGS-I | 250 | 37 | 18 | 67 | 25 | 103 | 2 / 3 / 3 / 2 |
| Total | 500 |
Union Bank SO 2025 – Educational Qualifications & Experience
| Post Code | Post Name | Age (in years) | Educational Qualification | Work Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Manager (Credit) | 22–30 | Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University AND CA / CMA (ICWA) / CS OR Full-time MBA / MMS / PGDM / PGDBM (Finance) with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) | Desirable: Experience in PSBs/BFSI (not mandatory) |
| 2 | Assistant Manager (IT) | 22–30 | Full-time B.E./B.Tech/MCA/MSc/MS/M.Tech or 5-year Integrated M.Tech in: Computer Science EngineeringITElectronicsElectronics & Computer ScienceElectronics & TelecommunicationData ScienceMachine Learning & AICyber Security From a recognized university or institution. | Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in IT domain such as:Cloud OperationsDevSecOps/KubernetesNetworkingData Analytics / EngineeringCyber SecuritySoftware DevelopmentMachine Learning / GenAIDatabase / OS AdminAPI Development |
Important Notes:
- Cut-off date for educational qualification: 20.05.2025
- Qualifications must be full-time and regular; distance or part-time not allowed.
- Dual specializations must have Finance as major for Credit role.
- Certifications (Optional but preferred for IT post):
- Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), CCNA, CEH/CISA/CISSP
- Data analytics tools (Power BI, Google Analytics, Python, R, etc.)
- API management tools (MuleSoft, Apigee)
Union Bank SO 2025 – Salary Structure
| Post Name | Scale / Grade | Basic Pay Scale (₹) | Initial Basic Pay | Total Monthly (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Credit) | JMGS-I | ₹48,480 – 2,000 (7 years) – ₹62,480 – 2,340 (2 years) – ₹67,160 – 2,680 (7 years) – ₹85,920 | ₹48,480 | ₹65,000 – ₹70,000* |
| Assistant Manager (IT) | JMGS-I | Same as above | ₹48,480 | ₹65,000 – ₹70,000* |
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Union Bank SO 2025 – Exam Pattern
The online written exam consists of 150 questions for a total of 225 marks and is divided into two parts:
| Part | Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 75 minutes (combined) |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 | ||
| English Language | 25 | 25 | ||
| Part II | Professional Knowledge (Relevant to Post) | 75 | 150 | 75 minutes |
| Total | 150 | 225 | 150 minutes |
- Penalty for wrong answers: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
- Medium: All sections except English will be bilingual (English & Hindi).
Union Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Syllabus 2025
| Section | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| 1. Quantitative Aptitude | Number Series, Simplification & Approximation, Data Interpretation (Bar Graph, Pie Chart, Tables), Quadratic Equations, Time & Work, Speed, Time & Distance, Simple & Compound Interest, Ratio & Proportion, Percentages, Profit & Loss, Mixture & Allegation, Average, Mensuration, Probability & Permutation |
| 2. Reasoning Ability | Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, Puzzles (Seating Arrangement, Floor Puzzle), Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Inequality, Input-Output, Logical Reasoning, Data Sufficiency, Statement & Assumptions/Conclusions |
| 3. English Language | Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Fill in the Blanks, Error Spotting, Sentence Improvement, Para Jumbles, Vocabulary (Synonyms & Antonyms), Phrase Replacement |
| 4. Professional Knowledge | (a) Assistant Manager – Credit: Banking & Financial Awareness, Credit Appraisal & Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Working Capital & Term Loans, RBI Guidelines, Basel Norms, Priority Sector Lending, Risk Management, Trade Finance, Forex (b) Assistant Manager – IT: Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Programming Languages (Java, Python, SQL), Database Management, Networking & Cybersecurity, Operating Systems (Windows/Linux), Cloud Computing, DevOps, Data Analytics, AI & ML Basics, APIs & Web Services, IT Compliance & Risk Management |
Union Bank SO Selection Process 2025
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Online Examination | – Objective-type test- Total Marks: 225– Duration: 150 minutes– Sections: Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English Language, Professional Knowledge- Penalty: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer |
| 2. Group Discussion (GD) | – May be conducted at the discretion of the bank- Marks: 50- Qualifying Marks: 25 for General/EWS, 22.5 for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD |
| 3. Personal Interview (PI) | – Marks: 50- Qualifying Marks: 25 for General/EWS, 22.5 for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD- Evaluates job knowledge, communication, leadership, clarity of thought, and suitability for the post |
| 4. Final Selection | Based on cumulative merit list as per below: – If Online Exam + PI: Final merit = Exam (225) + Interview (50) – If Only PI: Final merit based on Interview marks – If GD + PI (No Exam): Final merit = GD (50) + Interview (50) |
Additional Notes:
- Candidates will be shortlisted for PI or GD based on their performance in the exam.
- The final merit list is prepared category-wise: SC/ST/OBC/EWS/GEN.
- In case of a tie, the older candidate (by DOB) will be ranked higher.
- Interview ratio: Generally 1:3 against vacancies (may vary).
How to Apply for Union Bank SO 2025
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official website: www.unionbankofindia.co.in |
| 2 | Go to the “Recruitments” section under “Careers Overview”. |
| 3 | Click on “UNION BANK RECRUITMENT PROJECT 2025–26 (SPECIALIST OFFICERS)” and then click “CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE”. |
| 4 | Click “Click here for New Registration” and enter your Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number. A Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated. |
| 5 | Complete the application form by entering all required details (personal, educational, experience). Use “Save and Next” to review before final submission. |
| 6 | Upload your: – Photograph (20–50 KB) – Signature (10–20 KB) – Left Thumb Impression (20–50 KB) – Hand-written Declaration (50–100 KB) as per format guidelines. |
| 7 | Preview the application and submit after confirming all entries are correct. |
| 8 | Proceed to payment of application fees online. Accepted modes: Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Wallets. |
| 9 | After successful payment, take a printout of the application and e-receipt for future reference. |
✍️ Hand-written Declaration Format
“I, <Name of the candidate>, hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
FAQs for Union Bank SO 2025
How many vacancies are there?
There are 500 total vacancies – 250 for Assistant Manager (Credit) and 250 for Assistant Manager (IT).
Can I apply for both posts?
No, candidates can apply for only one post. Multiple applications will be rejected.
What is the application fee?
₹177 for SC/ST/PwBD and ₹1180 for others. Fees are non-refundable.
What is the age limit?
Minimum: 22 years, Maximum: 30 years as of 01.04.2025 (with age relaxation for reserved categories).
Is experience mandatory?
- For Credit Officer: Experience is desirable but not mandatory.
- For IT Officer: Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience is mandatory.
What is the selection process?
Online Test → Group Discussion (if held) → Personal Interview. Final selection is based on merit list.
What is the salary?
Starting basic pay is ₹48,480. Approx. monthly salary is ₹65,000–₹70,000 including allowances.
Where will I be posted?
Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India at the Bank’s discretion.
Is there a probation period?
Yes, 2 years of probation.
Is there a service bond?
Yes, candidates must serve for 3 years or pay ₹2.5 lakh + tax if leaving early
Can I edit my submitted application?
No. Once submitted and payment is done, no modifications are allowed. Fill carefully.
