Union Bank of India has officially released the admit cards for the Specialist Officer (SO) 2026 written examination scheduled on September 06, 2026. Registered candidates across the 395 vacancies—spanning Manager to Deputy General Manager positions—must urgently download their hall tickets from the official portal. Presenting a printed copy of this document at the allotted test center is mandatory for exam admission.
The Recruitment Board has issued Union Bank Specialist Officer SO Admit Card 2026. Candidates can apply online until 10 August 2026. Total Vacancies: 395 Posts. Application Fee for General candidates is Rs. 1180/-. Eligibility age criteria: 18 to 35 Years. Direct server links to apply, view merit list, and download syllabus PDF are available in the Direct Useful Links table below.
Exam Day Instructions & Entry Rules
1. Center gates close strictly 30 minutes before exam commencement. Late entry is never entertained.
2. The photograph on the admit card must clearly match your physical appearance; bring identical passport photos.
3. Aadhaar card printout should show full Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY); otherwise bring PAN or Voter ID as secondary proof.
4. Ensure passport photos strictly match official specs using our free Photo Resizer Tool, or check future recruitment eligibility with our Age Calculator.
Important Dates
- Online Apply Start Date 21 July 2026
- Online Apply Last Date 10 August 2026
- Last Date For Fee Payment 10 August 2026
- Exam Date 06 September 2026
- Admit Card 31 August 2026 Available Now
- Result Date Will Be Updated Here Soon
Application Fee & Payment
- General / OBC / EWS Rs. 1180/- (Exempted)
- SC / ST/ PwBD Rs. 177/-
Age Limit & Eligibility
- Age Calculated As On As on 01 August 2026
- Upper Age Relaxation As Per Government Norms
Total Vacancy Overview
Salary, Pay Scale & 7th CPC Allowances
Selected candidates for Union Bank Specialist Officer SO Admit Card 2026 receive remuneration as per the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix.
- Pay Matrix: Pay Level 10 / Grade Pay ₹ 5,400 (₹ 56,100 – ₹ 1,77,500/-)
- Basic Pay: ₹ 56,100/- per month
- Metro (X-City) In-Hand: ₹ 92,000/- (Class X Cities)
- State/Town (Y/Z City): ₹ 84,000/- (Class Y Cities)
- Allowances Included: Dearness Allowance (DA 50%), HRA (9%-27%), Transport Allowance (TA), NPS Contribution & Medical
| Post Name / Cadre | Department | Total Posts | Educational Qualification Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manager | General / Respective Cadre | 163 Posts | |
| Senior Manager | General / Respective Cadre | 153 Posts | |
| Chief Manager | General / Respective Cadre | 52 Posts | |
| Assistant General Manager | General / Respective Cadre | 20 Posts | |
| Deputy General Manager | General / Respective Cadre | 07 Posts |
| Candidate Category | Permissible Age Relaxation | Mandatory Document / Verification Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer) | 3 Years | Must produce valid OBC-NCL certificate issued in prescribed format |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years | Applicable for all central and state reservations |
| PwBD / Divyangjan (General / Unreserved) | 10 Years | Minimum 40% permanent benchmark disability certificate needed |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 3 yrs OBC) |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 5 yrs SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 Years + Service Rendered | Deduction of military service from actual age |
| Stage / Paper | Subjects & Question Distribution | Total Marks / Questions | Duration & Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | English Language (30), Quantitative Aptitude (35), Reasoning Ability (35) | 100 Questions / 100 Marks | 60 Minutes (Sectional 20 Mins each) 0.25 Marks Negative per wrong answer |
| Mains Examination | Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (45), General/Financial Awareness (40), English Language (35), Data Analysis & Interpretation (35) | 155 Questions / 200 Marks | 3 Hours 1/4th Negative Marking |
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Download Admit Card
- Visit the Official Examination Portal: Navigate to the authorized portal of the conducting examination board.
- Access Admit Card Section: Click on the 'Download Admit Card / Hall Ticket' link on the home page notification marquee.
- Select Examination Link: Click on the active link for Union Bank Specialist Officer SO Admit Card 2026.
- Log In with Credentials: Enter your Registration ID / Application Number and Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY) or Password, along with the displayed Captcha code.
- Verify Exam Center & Shift Timings: Check your allotted examination date, shift, reporting time, and exact test venue address.
- Print Admit Card: Download and print 2 colored or clear black-and-white copies on A4 paper. Ensure the barcode and photograph are sharp and legible.
- Check Exam Day Instructions: Carefully read instructions regarding mandatory original Government Photo ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID) and passport photographs required at the test centre.
Mandatory Checklist: What to Carry to the Examination Center
| Download Admit Card | Download Admit Card |
| Check Exam Date / Admit Card Notice | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Check Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Union Bank Official Website | Visit Website |
| Official Portal / Organization Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (Candidate FAQs)
Union Bank Specialist Officer SO Admit Card 2026 — Comprehensive Guide & Key Details
Cadre Scope, Departmental Role & Notification Background
The Union Bank of India Specialist Officer (SO) recruitment for the 2026 financial year represents a strategic talent acquisition drive targeting specialized banking domains. With 395 high-level vacancies distributed across managerial echelons—specifically Manager (163 posts), Senior Manager (153 posts), Chief Manager (52 posts), Assistant General Manager (20 posts), and Deputy General Manager (7 posts)—this exercise reinforces the bank's technical, risk management, and credit compliance infrastructure. These cadre roles demand robust professional expertise, steering critical operations ranging from digital banking security to corporate credit underwriting. Candidates selected through this process will directly influence the risk management and fiscal health of the bank, positioning this recruitment as a highly competitive professional transition.
Examination Scheme, Cutoff Benchmarks & Selection Criteria
The evaluation process for the Union Bank SO recruitment is designed to assess technical aptitude alongside logical reasoning capabilities. For the core managerial cadres, the selection matrix comprises an Online Written Test followed by a Personal Interview or Group Discussion, depending on the post's hierarchy. The online test scheduled for September 06, 2026, evaluates professional knowledge relevant to the specific post alongside quantitative and analytical sections. Candidates must secure a minimum qualifying cutoff score in both individual sections and the aggregate to progress. Scoring patterns will penalize incorrect responses with negative marking where applicable. Final merit lists are strictly calibrated based on reservation quotas, incorporating the standard government mandates for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, and PwBD categories.
Candidate Action Plan & Verification Guidelines
Candidates must systematically download and verify their admit cards, which became active on August 31, 2026. It is critical to validate vital details on the admit card, including spelling of the candidate's name, category, registration number, reporting time, and test center address. In case of discrepancies, immediate contact must be established with the Union Bank recruitment helpdesk. On the exam day, candidates must carry a physical, printed copy of the admit card along with an original government-approved photo identity card (such as an Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Passport) and its clear photocopy. For future stages, candidates in reserved categories must ensure their financial year certificates (especially OBC-NCL and EWS) are updated as per the latest fiscal norms.