The cooperative sector in Uttar Pradesh is set to witness a massive hiring drive, bringing great news for job seekers across the state. After a long wait, the recruitment process for vacant posts in cooperative institutions has finally begun, with around 20,000 vacancies expected to be filled in the coming months. This large-scale recruitment will cover top cooperative institutions as well as Multi-Purpose Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (M-PACS), creating significant employment opportunities.
Big Update: 20,000 PACS Vacancies in UP
The recruitment process has been initiated under the direction of Cooperative State Minister (Independent Charge) JPS Rathour, who has instructed the Uttar Pradesh Cooperative Institutional Service Board to complete the hiring process within six months. The board has already started accepting online applications for 116 posts across various roles, marking the first phase of this large recruitment drive.
Ongoing Recruitment: 116 Posts (Application Open Now)
The first phase of recruitment has begun, with applications invited for multiple positions in cooperative institutions.
- A total of 116 vacancies were announced initially for UP Cooperative Bank Recruitment 2026
- Posts include Manager, Junior Manager, Assistant, and Assistant Engineer (Civil)
- Recruitment in District Cooperative Banks and Uttar Pradesh State Construction Cooperative Union Limited
- Special recruitment drive for SC and OBC candidates
- Last date to apply: 15 April 2026
2,500+ Vacancies Coming Soon in Top UP Cooperative Institutions
According to the Service Board Chairman, applications for more than 2,500 posts will be invited shortly across seven major cooperative institutions:
- Uttar Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Ltd. (UPCB)
- U.P. Cooperative Village Development Bank Ltd. (UPSGVB)
- 50 District Cooperative Banks (DCB)
- U.P. Cooperative Federation Ltd. (UPPCF)
- U.P. Consumer Cooperative Union
- U.P. State Construction Cooperative Union Ltd. (UPRNSS)
- U.P. State Construction and Labour Development Cooperative Union Ltd. (UPCLDF)
UP M-PACS Recruitment: The Biggest Opportunity
The Multi-Purpose Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (M-PACS) will see the largest hiring spree, with recruitment happening at the district level through specially formed selection committees:
| Position | Number of Vacancies |
| Secretary | ~5,000 |
| Accountant | ~3,000 |
| Computer Assistants (Outsourcing) | 5,000+ |
| Watchmen | Multiple posts (where vacant) |
UP Cooperative Bank Total Vacancy Breakdown (Approximate)
| Category | Number of Posts |
| Top Cooperative Institutions | 5,000 |
| Secretary (M-PACS) | 5,000 |
| Accountant (M-PACS) | 3,000 |
| Computer Assistants | 5,000+ |
| Other Posts (Watchmen, etc.) | Remaining |
| Total | ~20,000 Posts |
What Candidates Should Do Next
Candidates should act quickly and strategically to make the most of this large-scale recruitment opportunity in the cooperative sector.
- Stay updated with official notifications from the Uttar Pradesh Cooperative Institutional Service Board to avoid missing important dates and announcements
- Carefully check the eligibility criteria, age limit, and required documents before applying for any post
- Complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues
- Start preparing according to the specific post syllabus, focusing on banking, reasoning, and general awareness topics
- Keep all necessary documents ready, including caste certificates and educational proofs for verification
- Regularly practice mock tests and previous year questions to improve accuracy and speed
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