The Maharashtra State Co-operative Bank (MSC Bank) released the MSC Bank Recruitment 2026 notification on 11 June 2026. The drive aims to fill 139 trainee vacancies across four job categories: Trainee Junior Officer (49 posts), Trainee Associate (81 posts), Trainee Typist (4 posts), and Trainee Driver (5 posts). Candidates undergo a 12-month training period with a monthly stipend, followed by permanent placement with revised emoluments upon successful completion.
The application process is strictly online. Interested candidates must submit their applications by 01 July 2026. Applicants must be domiciled in Maharashtra and have Marathi as a subject in their Matriculation examination. Applications can be submitted through the official portal at https://msc.bank.in/career.
Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Maharashtra State Co-operative Bank (MSC Bank) |
| Recruitment Name | MSC Bank Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 139 Posts |
| Job Category | Trainee Junior Officer, Trainee Associate, Trainee Typist, Trainee Driver |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Location | Maharashtra |
| Notification Release Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Official Website | https://msc.bank.in/career |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 01 July 2026 |
Age Limit
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Date of Birth Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trainee Junior Officer | 23 years | 35 years | Not earlier than 01 June 1991 |
| Trainee Associate | 21 years | 32 years | Not earlier than 01 June 1994 |
| Trainee Typist | 21 years | 28 years | Not earlier than 01 June 1998 |
| Trainee Driver | 18 years | 30 years | Not earlier than 01 June 1996 |
Note: Age is calculated as on 01 June 2026. Children of MSC Bank employees receive a 5-year age relaxation (maximum age becomes 35 years) for the Trainee Driver post only.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Trainee Junior Officer | Graduate in any discipline with at least 50% marks. Preference for candidates with Law degree, JAIIB/CAIIB/MSCIT certifications, or Treasury/International Banking experience. |
| Trainee Associate | Graduate in any discipline with at least 50% marks. Preference for Government Commercial Certificate in Marathi and English typing; Computer Applications proficiency required. |
| Trainee Typist | Graduate in any discipline with Marathi in Matriculation. Must possess the Government Commercial Certificate Exam with 30 w.p.m. in Marathi typing and 40 w.p.m. in English typing. Word Processing and Spreadsheet proficiency required. Preference for Marathi/English stenography course holders. |
| Trainee Driver | Matriculation (S.S.C.) Examination with Marathi as one of the subjects. A valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) licence is mandatory. |
Mandatory Requirement: All candidates must have passed the Matriculation Examination with Marathi as one of the subjects and must be domiciled in Maharashtra State. A Domicile Certificate is required during document verification.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Trainee Junior Officer | 49 |
| Trainee Associate | 81 |
| Trainee Typist | 04 |
| Trainee Driver | 05 |
| Total | 139 |
Special Reservation: A 5% reservation is available for wrestlers who have represented Maharashtra at International or National level competitions and have won Gold medals or been awarded Maharashtra Kesri/Hind Kesri. This applies to Trainee Associate, Trainee Typist, and Trainee Driver posts.
Role & Responsibilities
Trainee positions at MSC Bank are entry-level roles spanning multiple functional areas: * Trainee Junior Officers: Handle Treasury operations, international banking transactions, and customer credit management. * Trainee Associates: Support branch operations, deposit mobilization, loan processing, and customer service. * Trainee Typists: Maintain bank records, prepare official correspondence, and ensure data accuracy. * Trainee Drivers: Provide logistics support and ensure transportation of bank materials and personnel.
Successful completion of the 12-month training period and a subsequent 6-month probation leads to permanent absorption into the regular grade with significantly higher emoluments.
Salary & Stipend
| Post | Monthly Stipend (During Training) | Approximate Monthly Emoluments (After Training) |
|---|---|---|
| Trainee Junior Officer | Rs. 30,000/- | Rs. 52,100/- |
| Trainee Associate | Rs. 25,000/- | Rs. 34,400/- |
| Trainee Typist | Rs. 25,000/- | Rs. 34,400/- plus Rs. 650/- typist allowance |
| Trainee Driver | Rs. 22,000/- | Rs. 27,700/- |
Duration: All selected candidates will be engaged as Trainees for 12 months. After successful completion of training and confirmation, candidates proceed to 6 months’ probation before permanent absorption in the Bank.
Application Fee
| Post | Application Fee (All Categories) |
|---|---|
| Trainee Junior Officer | Rs. 1,770/- (Includes GST) |
| Trainee Associate | Rs. 1,180/- (Includes GST) |
| Trainee Typist | Rs. 1,180/- (Includes GST) |
| Trainee Driver | Rs. 1,180/- (Includes GST) |
Payment Method: Fees must be paid online between 11 June 2026 and 01 July 2026. Accepted payment modes include Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, and Mobile Wallets. Application fees are non-refundable. No SC/ST/OBC fee waiver is applicable – all candidates pay the same fee based on their applied post.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of an online written examination conducted by IBPS, followed by a Personal Interview or Skill Test, depending on the post. Candidates must secure at least 50% marks in the written examination to be shortlisted. Final selection is based on combined merit.
Trainee Junior Officer Selection Process
Online Written Examination (Conducted by IBPS)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | 40 | 80 | 30 Minutes |
| English | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| Banking and General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 25 Minutes |
| Quantitative and Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| Total | 160 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
Examination Details: The exam is conducted in English only. Duration is 120 minutes. Negative marking applies: 1/4 mark penalty for 4-option questions; 1/5 mark penalty for 5-option questions. Candidates must score a minimum of 100 marks (50%) to qualify for the Personal Interview.
Trainee Associate Selection Process
Online Written Examination (Conducted by IBPS)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 80 | 40 Minutes |
| English | 40 | 40 | 25 Minutes |
| Banking and General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative and Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| Total | 160 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
Examination Details: Duration is 120 minutes. Negative marking applies (1/4 or 1/5 penalty based on options). Candidates must score a minimum of 100 marks (50%) to qualify for the Personal Interview in Mumbai.
Trainee Typist Selection Process
Phase I – Online Examination (Conducted by IBPS)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Language | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marathi Language and Comprehension | 40 | 80 | Marathi only | 25 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | English only | 40 Minutes |
| General Awareness (Including Computer Awareness) | 40 | 40 | Bilingual | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative and Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | Bilingual | 35 Minutes |
| Total | 160 | 200 | – | 120 Minutes |
Phase II – Typing Skill Test: Candidates qualifying Phase I with 100 marks or above must pass a Typing Skill Test assessing Marathi and English typing proficiency. Final merit ranking relies solely on the Typing Skill Test result.
Trainee Driver Selection Process
Online Written Test (Conducted by IBPS)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 35 | 35 | 25 Minutes |
| General English | 30 | 30 | 25 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 | 15 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 25 Minutes |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 90 Minutes |
Examination Details: The test is bilingual (English and Marathi) except for General English. Candidates must score at least 60 marks (50%) to qualify for the Personal Interview and practical Driving Test.
Examination Centres
The online written examination will be held across Maharashtra. Available Examination Centres include Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane, MMR Region, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Nanded, and Kolhapur. Personal Interviews and Skill Tests for Trainee Typist will be held in Mumbai. Center change requests are not permitted.
Service Bond & Post-Appointment Obligations
Selected candidates must execute a service bond on Rs. 500/- stamp paper, committing to serve MSC Bank for a minimum of 4 years. Default Clause: In case of voluntary resignation or termination before 4 years, the candidate must pay Rs. 10,00,000/- (Ten Lakh Rupees) as liquidated damages. A surety bond for Rs. 1,00,000/- (One Lakh Rupees) from two income tax payees is also required.
Documents Required
Prepare the following scanned documents before applying: * Photograph: Passport-style, colour photograph (4.5 cm × 3.5 cm) on a light background (200×230 pixels, 20-50 KB). * Signature: Normal cursive style in black ink on white paper (140×60 pixels, 10-20 KB). Block letters are not accepted. * Left Thumb Impression: Taken with black or blue ink on white paper (240×240 pixels, 20-50 KB), without smudges. * Handwritten Declaration: English text on white paper with black ink (800×400 pixels, 50-100 KB). Text: “I, _ (Name), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
How to Apply for MSC Bank Recruitment 2026
The application process is conducted entirely online through the MSC Bank career portal. Physical applications and postal submissions will not be accepted.
- Click the official apply link below to access the MSC Bank career application portal and complete your submission.
Important Instructions
- Submit only one application. If multiple are submitted, only the latest is processed; prior fees are forfeited.
- Ensure your Matriculation mark sheet shows Marathi as one of the subjects. Candidates without Marathi are ineligible.
- A valid Maharashtra Domicile Certificate is mandatory. Candidates domiciled outside Maharashtra are ineligible.
- Do not press Back or Refresh on your browser during the fee payment transaction. If your e-Receipt is not immediately generated, log in again to verify the status rather than paying twice.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What exactly is the MSC Bank Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The MSC Bank Recruitment 2026 is an official hiring drive by the Maharashtra State Co-operative Bank. They are looking to fill 139 trainee vacancies, which include 49 Trainee Junior Officers, 81 Trainee Associates, 4 Trainee Typists, and 5 Trainee Drivers.
Q2. When is the final deadline to submit my application?
Ans. You must complete your online application and pay the required fee by 01 July 2026. Make sure to apply before this date, as late submissions won’t be accepted.
Q3. How much does it cost to apply for these trainee posts?
Ans. The fee depends on the position you’re applying for. For the Trainee Junior Officer role, it’s Rs. 1,770/-. If you’re applying for the Trainee Associate, Typist, or Driver roles, the fee is Rs. 1,180/-. Note that these amounts include GST, and there are no fee waivers for any category.
Q4. What are the age requirements for this recruitment?
Ans. Age limits are calculated as of 01 June 2026 and vary by position. Trainee Junior Officers need to be between 23 and 35 years old. Trainee Associates should be 21 to 32 years old. Trainee Typists must be 21 to 28, and Trainee Drivers should be 18 to 30. Children of current MSC Bank employees get a 5-year age relaxation specifically for the Driver post.
Q5. How will candidates be selected for the jobs?
Ans. The selection process starts with an online written exam run by IBPS. If you score at least 50% on this exam, you’ll move on to a Personal Interview or a Skill Test, depending on your specific post. Final selections are based on your combined scores from both rounds.
Q6. Which documents do I need to scan and upload?
Ans. You’ll need four scanned documents: a passport-style colour photo (200×230 pixels, 20-50 KB), your signature in cursive (140×60 pixels, 10-20 KB), your left thumb impression in black or blue ink (240×240 pixels, 20-50 KB), and a specific handwritten declaration on white paper in English (800×400 pixels, 50-100 KB).
Q7. Do they offer any special reservations or age relaxations?
Ans. Yes, there is a 5% reservation for wrestlers who have won Gold medals representing Maharashtra nationally or internationally, or who hold the Maharashtra Kesri/Hind Kesri title. This applies to the Associate, Typist, and Driver roles. Additionally, children of MSC Bank employees get a 5-year age relaxation for the Driver role. There are no other SC/ST/OBC fee waivers or reservations mentioned.
