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UPCISB Recruitment 2026: Detailed Eligibility Criteria (Age & Qualification)

U.P. Co-operative Institutional Service Board (UPCISB), Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh

14 Apr 2026

StatusRegistration Closed

The U.P. Co-operative Institutional Service Board (UPCISB) has announced a significant recruitment drive for 2085 vacancies. To ensure your application is successful, it is vital to meet the specific Eligibility Criteria set for the Combined Co-operative Banking, Non-Banking, and Technical Services Examination 2026.

This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the age requirements and educational qualifications for various posts, including Managerial, Clerical, and Technical roles.

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1. Age Limit (As of January 1, 2026)

Candidates must fall within the specified age bracket to be eligible for the UPCISB Recruitment 2026. The board has defined the age limits as follows:

Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 40 Years
Birth Date Range: Candidates must not be born before January 1, 1986, and not later than January 1, 2005.

Age Relaxation

Special provisions are available for specific categories:

Divyangjan (PwD): The maximum age limit is extended up to 55 Years (must not be born before January 1, 1971).
Reserved Categories: Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates will be applicable as per the Uttar Pradesh Government rules.

2. Educational Qualification (Post-Wise)

Because the recruitment covers diverse departments (Banking, Construction, and Administration), the educational requirements vary significantly.

Banking & Managerial Posts

Post Name	Required Educational Qualification
Manager	Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Econ/Math/Stats (55%) + 'O' Level Computer Cert. OR B.Tech/B.E (CS/IT)/BCA/MCA (55%) OR BBA/MBA in Banking/Finance/HR.
Assistant Manager (General)	Post Graduate in Commerce/Econ/Math/Stats (55%) + CCC or 'O' Level Certificate OR MBA/PGDM/CA.
Assistant Manager (Computer)	Graduate or B.Tech (Computer/Electronic Communication) from a recognized university.
Assistant / Cashier	Bachelor’s degree (55% marks) + CCC or higher certificate from NIELIT.

Technical & Engineering Posts

Post Name	Required Educational Qualification
Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical)	Bachelor’s degree (B.E/B.Tech) in the relevant engineering branch from a recognized university.
Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical)	Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant engineering branch from a recognized University/Institute.

Accounting & Administrative Support

Post Name	Required Educational Qualification
Accountant	Bachelor’s degree in Commerce OR PG Diploma in Accountancy + 'O' Level Computer Diploma.
Assistant Accountant	B.Com (50% marks) + CCC / 'O' Level certificate from NIELIT.
Assistant / Stenographer	Graduate + Stenography speed (80 wpm) and Typing (30/40 wpm) + CCC or higher certificate.
Junior Assistant	Graduate + Hindi (30 wpm) & English (40 wpm) Typing + CCC / 'O' Level certificate.
Accounting Clerk	B.Com from a recognized university.

Important Points to Remember

Computer Proficiency: Most clerical and managerial roles strictly require a CCC or 'O' Level certificate from NIELIT (formerly DOEACC). Ensure you have this certification before the registration deadline.
Percentage Criteria: For roles like Manager and Assistant Manager, a minimum of 55% marks in graduation/post-graduation is mandatory.
Language Proficiency: Since these are U.P. State government jobs, proficiency in the Hindi language (reading, writing, and speaking) is an essential underlying requirement.

Aspirants are encouraged to download the Official UPCISB Notification PDF to verify specific department-wise nuances before submitting their online applications between April 25th and May 15th, 2026.

Disclaimer: This article is based on the official advertisement A-2 / G.R. / 2026. Candidates should always refer to the official website for the most recent updates.