UP Co-op Bank Recruitment 2026: Apply Now for 116 Vacancies

New Delhi, March 25, 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Co-operative Institutional Service Board (UPCISB), Lucknow, has officially released the recruitment notification for 116 vacancies across various banking and technical positions. This special recruitment drive, under Advertisement No. A-1/S.R./2026, is specifically directed toward eligible candidates from the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) categories who are domiciled in Uttar Pradesh.

The online application window opened on March 25, 2026, and interested candidates must complete their submissions before the April 15, 2026 deadline.

Vacancy Distribution

The recruitment aims to fill 116 roles within District Co-operative Banks and the U.P. State Construction Co-operative Federation. The breakdown of posts is as follows:

Post Name	Number of Vacancies	Organization
Manager	07	District Co-operative Bank Ltd.
Junior Manager	45	District Co-operative Bank Ltd.
Assistant/Cashier (Clerical Staff)	57	District Co-operative Bank Ltd.
Assistant/Typist	02	District Co-operative Bank Ltd.
Assistant Engineer (Civil)	05	U.P. State Construction Co-op Federation
Total	116

Eligibility Criteria

To ensure a successful application, candidates must meet the following academic and age requirements as of January 1, 2026.

1. Educational Qualifications

• Manager/Junior Manager: A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics with a minimum of 55% marks. Alternatively, candidates with a B.Tech/B.E. (CS/IT), BCA, MCA, or MBA/PGDM in Finance/HR with 55% marks are eligible. A minimum ‘O’ Level or equivalent computer certificate is mandatory for Junior Managers.
• Assistant/Cashier: Graduation from a recognized university with at least 55% marks. A CCC Certificate in computer operations is required.
• Assistant/Typist: Graduation with a typing speed of 30 wpm in Hindi and 40 wpm in English, along with a CCC Certificate.
• Assistant Engineer (Civil): A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.

2. Age Limit (as of 01/01/2026)

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 40 years
• Note: As this is a special recruitment for reserved categories, age relaxations apply as per Uttar Pradesh government norms (typically up to 45 years for SC/OBC).

Application Fee and Important Dates

The application process is entirely online. Candidates must pay the non-refundable fee via Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card.

• OBC Candidates (UP): ₹500
• SC Candidates (UP): ₹250
• PwBD (Divyangjan) of UP: Exempted (₹0)

Event	Date
Notification Release	March 24, 2026
Online Application Start Date	March 25, 2026
Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee	April 15, 2026
Last Date to Print Application	April 30, 2026
Exam Date	To be announced

Selection Process

The selection will be conducted through the Combined Co-operative Banking & Technical Services Examination 2026. It involves:

1. Written Examination: A Computer-Based Test (CBT) covering Reasoning, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, and Professional Knowledge.
2. Skill Test: Required only for the Assistant/Typist post.
3. Interview: Applicable for Managerial and Engineering roles.
4. Document Verification & Medical Examination: Final stages before appointment.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website: www.upcisb.upsdc.gov.in.
2. Click on the link for “Combined Co-operative Banking & Technical Services Exam (Special Recruitment) – 2026”.
3. Complete the registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill in the application form, upload a scanned photograph, signature, and thumb impression.
5. Pay the application fee and submit the form.
6. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

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