Union Bank of India has announced a massive recruitment drive for Specialist Officer (SO) posts under its Recruitment Project 2025–26. A total of 500 vacancies have been released for Assistant Manager (Credit) and Assistant Manager (IT) roles. This is a golden opportunity for aspirants seeking stable and high-growth bank jobs in the public sector. Candidates with backgrounds in finance, IT, engineering, or management can apply online from April 30 to May 20, 2025. Learn about eligibility, salary, application dates, and more.
| Important Corrigendum–07.05.2025– Click here. |
| Assistant Manager (Credit) | 250 |
| Assistant Manager (IT) | 250 |
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Importanat Dates
Candidates aspiring to join Union Bank of India as a Specialist Officer(Assistant Manager :IT/CREDIT) must take note of the important dates to avoid missing any stage of the recruitment process. From online registration to exam dates, the timeline below highlights all events related to the Union Bank SO Recruitment 2025. Make sure to complete each step within the specified time frame.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | April 30, 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | April 30, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | May 20, 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | May 20, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release (Tentative) | To be announced |
| Online Exam Date (Tentative) | To be announced |
| Group Discussion/Interview (if any) | To be announced |
| Final Result Declaration | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
Union Bank of India has announced a total of 500 Specialist Officer vacancies under its latest recruitment drive for the year 2025. The positions are divided between Assistant Manager (Credit) and Assistant Manager (IT) roles, both falling under the Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). Below is a post-wise breakdown of the available vacancies in this bank recruitment 2025 drive.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Credit) | 250 |
| Assistant Manager (IT) | 250 |
| Total | 500 |
Pay Details- Salary
Selected candidates for the roles of Assistant Manager (Credit) and Assistant Manager (IT) will be appointed under JMGS-I scale. Here is the post-wise pay scale for the Union Bank SO Recruitment 2025:
| Post Name | Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Credit) | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (JMGS-I) |
| Assistant Manager (IT) | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (JMGS-I) |
Note: In addition to basic pay, selected officers will receive Special Allowance, Dearness Allowance, and other benefits such as lease accommodation, LFC, and medical reimbursement as per bank policy.
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
Union Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet specific educational criteria depending on the post they are applying for.Below is a post-wise summary of the essential educational qualifications:
| Assistant Manager (Credit) |
|---|
| Graduate in any discipline and CA/CMA(ICWA)/CS or Full-time MBA/MMS/PGDM/PGDBM (Finance) with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) |
| Assistant Manager (IT) |
|---|
| Full time B.E./BTech/MCA/MSc (IT)/MS/MTech/5-year Integrated MTech degree in Computer Science Engineering/IT/Electronics/ Electronics & Computer Science/Electronics & Telecommunications/Data Science/Machine Learning & AI/Cyber Security from a University/ Institution recognized by Govt. of India/Govt. Bodies. |
Experience – Assistant Manager (IT) only
| For the post of Assistant Manager (IT) under the Union Bank Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025, candidates must have a minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience in specific IT domains. |
| Cloud Operations, DevSecOps/ Kubernetes, Networking, Data Analytics, Data Engineering, Cyber Security/SOC Analyst, Software Development/Scripting, GenAI/Machine Learning, Operating System, Administration(Microsoft WINDOWS/LINUX/UNIX),Database Administration, Data Centre Operations, API Development & Maintenance. |
Age
To apply for the Union Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025(bank manager), candidates must meet the prescribed age criteria as on April 1, 2025. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per government norms. The following table outlines the minimum and maximum age limits for each post:
| Post Name | Age Limit (Years) |
|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Credit) | 22 to 30 |
| Assistant Manager (IT) | 22 to 30 |
| Age Relaxation |
| Upper age relaxation applies for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years), Ex-Servicemen (5 years), and others as per rules. |
Selection Process
The Union Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 selection process may consist of multiple stages depending on the number of applications received. The bank reserves the right to conduct all or any of the following selection modes. The steps involved are officially outlined as follows:
| Stage No. | Selection Step |
|---|---|
| 1 | Online Examination |
| 2 | Group Discussion (GD) (if conducted) |
| 3 | Screening of Applications |
| 4 | Personal Interview (as per eligibility and cutoff marks) |
| 5 | Final Merit List based on aggregate marks in Online Test + Interview/GD |
Online Exam
Online Written Examination consists of quantitative aptitude, reasoning, English language, and professional knowledge related to the specific post. This computer-based test will be conducted bilingually (Hindi & English), except for the English language section. The structure of the online exam is detailed below.
Part I (General Aptitude)
| Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 75 | 75 |
⏱️ Time for Part I: 75 minutes
Part II (Professional Knowledge)
| Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | 75 | 150 |
⏱️ Time for Part II: 75 minutes
📝 Total Duration of Exam: 150 minutes
❗ Negative Marking: 0.25% of the assigned marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
• For Part II (2 marks per question): –0.50 per wrong answer
• For Part I (1 mark per question): –0.25 per wrong answer
Applicaton Fees
| Category of Applicant | Amount Payable* |
|---|---|
| For SC/ST/PwBD Candidates | Rs. 177/- (Inclusive of GST) |
| Other Category candidates | Rs. 1180/- (Inclusive of GST) |
*Bank Transaction charges for Online Payment of application fees/intimation charges will have to be borne by the candidate.