UP Co-operative Bank Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 116 Manager, Junior Manager, Assistant & AE Posts
The U.P. Co-operative Institutional Service Board, Lucknow has officially released a short recruitment notification for the Combined Co-operative Banking and Technical Services Examination (Special Recruitment) 2026. Through this drive, a total of 116 vacancies are being filled for the posts of Manager, Junior Manager, Assistant/Cashier (Banking Assistant/Clerical Staff), Assistant/Typist, and Assistant Engineer (Civil) across District Co-operative Banks and the U.P. State Construction Co-operative Federation in Uttar Pradesh. This is a special recruitment drive exclusively open to candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) of Uttar Pradesh. Eligible candidates can register and submit their online applications between 25 March 2026 and 15 April 2026 through the official board portal.
Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | Combined Co-operative Banking and Technical Services Examination (Special Recruitment) – 2026 |
| Conducting Body | U.P. Co-operative Institutional Service Board, Lucknow |
| Posts Available | Manager, Junior Manager, Assistant/Cashier, Assistant/Typist, Assistant Engineer (Civil) |
| Total Vacancies | 116 Posts |
| Recruitment Type | Special Recruitment for SC and OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh |
| Participating Organisations | District Co-operative Bank Ltd. and U.P. State Construction Co-operative Federation Ltd. |
| Job Location | Various co-operative institutions across Uttar Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 25 March 2026 |
| Application End Date | 15 April 2026 |
| Official Website | Click here |
Official Notification PDF
The official short notification for the UP Co-operative Bank Special Recruitment 2026 has been published on the website of the U.P. Co-operative Institutional Service Board, Lucknow. Candidates are advised to download and read the complete notification carefully before proceeding with the online application. The document outlines post-wise vacancy details, eligibility conditions, age restrictions, examination schedule, and application procedures.
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
A total of 116 vacancies have been notified under the Combined Co-operative Banking and Technical Services Examination (Special Recruitment) 2026. The post-wise breakdown is as follows:
| Post Name | Category / Organisation | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Manager | Category-1 – District Co-operative Bank Ltd. | 07 |
| Junior Manager | Category-2 – District Co-operative Bank Ltd. | 45 |
| Assistant/Cashier (Banking Assistant/Clerical Staff) | Category-3 – District Co-operative Bank Ltd. | 57 |
| Assistant/Typist | Category-3 – District Co-operative Bank Ltd. | 02 |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Category-2 – U.P. State Construction Co-operative Federation Ltd. | 05 |
| Total Posts | 116 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opening Date | 25 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Examination Fee Submission | As per schedule in the detailed notification |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 15 April 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- This recruitment drive is exclusively reserved for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) of Uttar Pradesh.
- Applicants must satisfy the post-wise educational qualification, age limit, and other service conditions as stipulated in the detailed Combined Co-operative Banking and Technical Services Examination (Special Recruitment) 2026 notification available on the official U.P. Co-operative Institutional Service Board website.
Selection Process
- Candidates who successfully submit their online application form along with the prescribed examination fee within the stipulated timeframe will be called to appear in the Combined Co-operative Banking and Technical Services Examination 2026, which will be conducted by the U.P. Co-operative Institutional Service Board, Lucknow.
- Final selection for all posts — Manager, Junior Manager, Assistant/Cashier, Assistant/Typist, and Assistant Engineer (Civil) — will be determined based on performance in the written examination followed by document verification, as detailed in the official notification.
How to Apply
The online registration portal for UP Co-operative Bank Special Recruitment 2026 will remain active from 25 March 2026 to 15 April 2026. Eligible SC and OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh must visit the official portal of the U.P. Co-operative Institutional Service Board and complete the application form by furnishing accurate personal, educational, and category details, uploading the required documents, and remitting the examination fee before the closing date. Incomplete or late submissions will not be considered under any circumstances.
Important Links
| Purpose | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is UP Co-operative Bank Special Recruitment 2026?
UP Co-operative Bank Special Recruitment 2026 is a government employment drive conducted by the U.P. Co-operative Institutional Service Board, Lucknow, aimed at filling 116 vacancies through the Combined Co-operative Banking and Technical Services Examination. It is a special drive reserved exclusively for SC and OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh.
Q2. How many total vacancies are available under UP Co-operative Bank Recruitment 2026?
A total of 116 vacancies have been announced across five posts: Manager (7), Junior Manager (45), Assistant/Cashier (57), Assistant/Typist (2), and Assistant Engineer Civil (5).
Q3. Who is eligible to apply for UP Co-operative Bank Special Recruitment 2026?
Only candidates from Scheduled Caste (SC) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) belonging to the state of Uttar Pradesh are eligible to apply. General category candidates are not eligible for this special drive.
Q4. What is the last date to submit the online application for UP Co-operative Bank Recruitment 2026?
The final date for submitting the online application form is 15 April 2026. Candidates must ensure that their application and examination fee are submitted before this deadline.
Q5. When does the UP Co-operative Bank 2026 application process begin?
The online application window opens on 25 March 2026.
Q6. What posts are included in UP Co-operative Bank Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment covers five posts: Manager, Junior Manager, Assistant/Cashier (Banking Assistant/Clerical Staff), Assistant/Typist, and Assistant Engineer (Civil).
Q7. What is the name of the examination conducted for this recruitment?
The examination is officially titled the Combined Co-operative Banking and Technical Services Examination (Special Recruitment) – 2026, conducted by the U.P. Co-operative Institutional Service Board, Lucknow.
Q8. In which organisations will the selected candidates be placed?
Selected candidates for banking posts will be placed in District Co-operative Banks Ltd. across Uttar Pradesh, while those selected for the Assistant Engineer (Civil) post will be placed in the U.P. State Construction Co-operative Federation Ltd.
Q9. What is the selection process for UP Co-operative Bank Recruitment 2026?
The selection procedure comprises a written examination conducted by the U.P. Co-operative Institutional Service Board, followed by document verification. Complete details are available in the official notification PDF.
Q10. How can candidates apply for UP Co-operative Bank Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must visit the official website of the U.P. Co-operative Institutional Service Board at upcisb.org, complete the online application form with accurate details, upload the required documents, and pay the prescribed examination fee on or before 15 April 2026.
Q11. Where can I find the qualification and age limit details for each post?
Post-wise educational qualification requirements, age limit criteria, and other service conditions are comprehensively outlined in the official detailed notification, which can be downloaded from the official board website. The direct link to the notification PDF is provided in the Important Links section above.