The Union Bank of India (UBI) has officially announced the recruitment of 2691 apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This is a golden opportunity for fresh graduates to gain practical experience in the banking sector. Interested candidates must apply online within the specified dates.
Union Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025 – Overview
- Bank Name: Union Bank of India
- Post: Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 2691
- Application Mode: Online
- Online Application Start Date: 19th February 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 5th March 2025
- Training Duration: 1 year
- Official Website: www.unionbankofindia.co.in
Vacancy Details – State-wise Distribution
Union Bank has allocated 2691 apprentice seats across various states. Below are some major states with their respective vacancies:
- Andhra Pradesh – 549
- Maharashtra – 296
- Uttar Pradesh – 361
- Karnataka – 305
- Telangana – 304
- Tamil Nadu – 122
- Delhi – 69
- West Bengal – 78
👉 Complete vacancy details for all states are available in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have graduated from a recognized university/institute.
- The passing certificate should be dated on or after 1st April 2021.
2. Age Limit (as of 1st February 2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
- Relaxation:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 years
Selection Process
Candidates must go through the following selection stages:
1. Online Examination
The test consists of 100 objective-type questions, covering four subjects:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative & Reasoning Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
⏳ Duration: 60 minutes
2. Local Language Proficiency Test
- Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in the local language of the state they are applying for.
- If unable to provide a 10th/12th certificate proving language knowledge, a test will be conducted.
3. Medical Examination
- Selected candidates must provide a fitness certificate from an MBBS doctor.
Stipend & Benefits
- Stipend: ₹15,000 per month
- No additional benefits or allowances
How to Apply for Union Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
Eligible candidates must follow these steps:
Step 1: Register on the NATS Portal
- Visit https://nats.education.gov.in
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Note down your Enrolment ID
Step 2: Apply Online
- Visit the Union Bank of India official website
- Click on the “Apprenticeship Recruitment 2025” link
- Enter your personal and educational details
- Upload photograph and signature
- Choose three preferred districts for training
Step 3: Pay the Examination Fee
| Category | Application Fee (Incl. GST) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹800 |
| SC/ST/Female | ₹600 |
| PwBD | ₹400 |
💳 Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI
Step 4: Print the Application Form
After successful submission, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 19th Feb 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5th Mar 2025 |
| Exam Date | March 2025 (Tentative) |
Key Points to Remember
✅ No prior apprenticeship experience is allowed.
✅ Training duration is one year only.
✅ This is not a permanent job; it is an on-job training program.
✅ Final selection depends on exam performance, document verification, and medical fitness.
Union Bank Exam – MCQ Quiz
Banking & Financial Awareness
- What is the minimum capital requirement for small finance banks in India as per RBI guidelines (2024)?
a) ₹100 crore
b) ₹200 crore
c) ₹300 crore
d) ₹500 crore
→ b) ₹200 crore - The Digital Rupee launched by the RBI is based on which technology?
a) Blockchain
b) AI
c) Cloud Computing
d) Internet of Things
→ a) Blockchain - Which bank has launched the ‘Union DigiSaathi’ initiative to enhance digital banking services?
a) SBI
b) Union Bank of India
c) HDFC Bank
d) ICICI Bank
→ b) Union Bank of India - The RBI’s recent decision to withdraw ₹2000 notes from circulation was announced in which year?
a) 2022
b) 2023
c) 2024
d) 2025
→ b) 2023 - Which private bank was merged with HDFC Bank in 2023?
a) Yes Bank
b) IDFC First Bank
c) HDFC Ltd
d) Axis Bank
→ c) HDFC Ltd - The Indian Government’s fiscal deficit target for 2024-25 is set at:
a) 5.5% of GDP
b) 6.4% of GDP
c) 4.5% of GDP
d) 3.0% of GDP
→ c) 4.5% of GDP - In 2024, which bank was fined by the RBI for non-compliance with KYC norms?
a) Punjab National Bank
b) ICICI Bank
c) Paytm Payments Bank
d) Union Bank of India
→ c) Paytm Payments Bank - The Reserve Bank of India Act was passed in which year?
a) 1932
b) 1934
c) 1949
d) 1955
→ b) 1934 - What does SLR stand for in banking terms?
a) Statutory Lending Ratio
b) Strategic Liquidity Reserve
c) Statutory Liquidity Ratio
d) Short-term Lending Rate
→ c) Statutory Liquidity Ratio - The current Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) repo rate (as of February 2024) is:
a) 6.25%
b) 6.50%
c) 6.75%
d) 7.00%
→ b) 6.50%
Economy & Government Schemes
- The “PM Vishwakarma Yojana” launched in 2023 is aimed at supporting:
a) Farmers
b) MSMEs
c) Artisans and craftspeople
d) Digital entrepreneurs
→ c) Artisans and craftspeople - India’s GDP growth rate for Q3 of 2023-24 was recorded at:
a) 6.5%
b) 7.1%
c) 8.4%
d) 9.0%
→ c) 8.4% - The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) operates which digital payment system?
a) RTGS
b) NEFT
c) UPI
d) SWIFT
→ c) UPI - What is the maximum deposit insurance limit per depositor under DICGC?
a) ₹1 lakh
b) ₹2 lakh
c) ₹5 lakh
d) ₹10 lakh
→ c) ₹5 lakh - Which financial institution recently launched “Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS) for NRIs”?
a) RBI
b) NPCI
c) SEBI
d) IRDAI
→ b) NPCI
Recent Appointments & International Affairs
- Who is the current Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (as of 2024)?
a) Shaktikanta Das
b) Urjit Patel
c) Raghuram Rajan
d) D. Subbarao
→ a) Shaktikanta Das - India signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in 2024 with which country?
a) USA
b) UK
c) Japan
d) Australia
→ b) UK - The host country for the G20 Summit 2024 is:
a) India
b) Brazil
c) Indonesia
d) USA
→ b) Brazil - The newly appointed CEO of Union Bank of India (2024) is:
a) A. Manimekhalai
b) Dinesh Kumar Khara
c) Sandeep Bakhshi
d) Atul Kumar Goel
→ a) A. Manimekhalai - Which country has become the world’s largest economy by GDP (2024 projections)?
a) USA
b) China
c) India
d) Japan
→ a) USA
General Awareness & Science
- The ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed on the:
a) North Pole of the Moon
b) South Pole of the Moon
c) Equator of the Moon
d) Mars Surface
→ b) South Pole of the Moon - Which Indian city was declared the “Greenest City of 2024”?
a) New Delhi
b) Bengaluru
c) Indore
d) Pune
→ c) Indore - The first Indian bank to launch its own digital currency (CBDC) is:
a) SBI
b) HDFC Bank
c) ICICI Bank
d) Union Bank of India
→ d) Union Bank of India - The theme for World Economic Forum 2024 was:
a) “AI and the Future”
b) “Rebuilding Trust”
c) “Sustainable Banking”
d) “Global Climate Finance”
→ b) “Rebuilding Trust” - India’s first solar-powered village is:
a) Modhera, Gujarat
b) Bhadla, Rajasthan
c) Pavagada, Karnataka
d) Rewa, Madhya Pradesh
→ a) Modhera, Gujarat
Banking & Finance
- The Union Bank of India launched which digital platform in 2024 for MSMEs?
a) Union EasyLoan
b) Union MSMEConnect
c) Union Vyapar
d) Union Digital Suite
→ c) Union Vyapar - Which committee was formed by RBI in 2024 to review digital banking regulations?
a) Srikrishna Committee
b) Meena Hemchandra Committee
c) Nandan Nilekani Committee
d) Urjit Patel Committee
→ b) Meena Hemchandra Committee - The largest contributor to India’s GDP (2023-24) is:
a) Agriculture
b) Industry
c) Services
d) Manufacturing
→ c) Services - Which Indian bank launched the country’s first AI-powered banking chatbot in 2024?
a) HDFC Bank
b) ICICI Bank
c) Union Bank of India
d) SBI
→ d) SBI - As per Budget 2024, the government allocated ₹X crore to PM Kisan Yojana. What is X?
a) ₹50,000 crore
b) ₹75,000 crore
c) ₹85,000 crore
d) ₹95,000 crore
→ b) ₹75,000 crore - Which digital payments company was recently fined by RBI for violating norms?
a) Google Pay
b) PhonePe
c) Paytm Payments Bank
d) Amazon Pay
→ c) Paytm Payments Bank - The first public sector bank to enable CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency) transactions in India was:
a) Union Bank of India
b) SBI
c) Punjab National Bank
d) ICICI Bank
→ a) Union Bank of India - As per Budget 2024, what is the projected fiscal deficit for FY 2024-25?
a) 5.5%
b) 6.0%
c) 4.5%
d) 3.5%
→ c) 4.5% - The highest FDI inflow into India (2023-24) was from which country?
a) USA
b) Singapore
c) UAE
d) Japan
→ b) Singapore - What does PCA (Prompt Corrective Action) framework by RBI aim at?
a) Monitoring inflation levels
b) Strengthening weak banks
c) Promoting digital banking
d) Encouraging green finance
→ b) Strengthening weak banks
Current Affairs & International News
- India signed a comprehensive trade agreement with which country in 2024?
a) Russia
b) UK
c) UAE
d) France
→ b) UK - The first Indian company to hit $300 billion market capitalization in 2024 was:
a) Reliance Industries
b) TCS
c) Infosys
d) Adani Enterprises
→ a) Reliance Industries - Which country overtook India as the world’s most populous nation in 2023?
a) USA
b) Brazil
c) China
d) None (India remains No.1)
→ d) None (India remains No.1) - The world’s largest solar plant (2024) was inaugurated in:
a) Gujarat, India
b) Dubai, UAE
c) California, USA
d) Xinjiang, China
→ b) Dubai, UAE - The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) is a part of:
a) BRICS Initiative
b) G20 Initiative
c) UN Climate Agreement
d) ADB Financing
→ b) G20 Initiative - The host country of the 2024 Summer Olympics is:
a) USA
b) China
c) France
d) Australia
→ c) France - Who is the current Union Finance Minister of India (2024)?
a) Amit Shah
b) Piyush Goyal
c) Nirmala Sitharaman
d) S. Jaishankar
→ c) Nirmala Sitharaman - Which Indian cricketer won the ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year award in 2024?
a) Virat Kohli
b) Rohit Sharma
c) Shubman Gill
d) Ravindra Jadeja
→ a) Virat Kohli - The first hydrogen-powered train in India was launched in:
a) Mumbai
b) New Delhi
c) Varanasi
d) Hyderabad
→ a) Mumbai
General Knowledge & Science
- Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed on the moon’s:
a) North Pole
b) Equator
c) South Pole
d) Crater Rim
→ c) South Pole - India’s first AI-based legal advisory platform launched in 2024 is called:
a) LexiAI
b) JusGPT
c) AI-Vakil
d) NyayaBot
→ b) JusGPT - What is the theme for World Economic Forum 2024?
a) “AI and the Future”
b) “Rebuilding Trust”
c) “Sustainable Finance”
d) “Global Recovery”
→ b) “Rebuilding Trust” - The world’s first AI-powered humanoid CEO was appointed by which company?
a) Tesla
b) NetDragon Websoft
c) Meta
d) OpenAI
→ b) NetDragon Websoft - The National Quantum Mission (NQM) launched by India in 2024 focuses on:
a) Blockchain Technology
b) Artificial Intelligence
c) Quantum Computing
d) Digital Currencies
→ c) Quantum Computing - India’s first 100% renewable energy-powered airport is:
a) Delhi Airport
b) Mumbai Airport
c) Kochi Airport
d) Chennai Airport
→ c) Kochi Airport
