Overview
United India Insurance Company Limited (UIIC), a prominent Public Sector General Insurance Company owned by the Government of India, has announced a significant recruitment drive for Administrative Officers (Scale I). This notification invites applications for a total of 225 provisional vacancies across two disciplines: Generalists and Hindi Officers. Aspiring candidates can submit their applications online through the official UIIC website. The application window commences on 8th September 2026 and closes on 28th September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for eligible Indian citizens who fulfill the stipulated age and educational qualification criteria as of 30th June 2026 to join a esteemed public sector organization.
Important Dates
Prospective applicants should mark the following key dates for the UIIC AO Recruitment 2026:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Commences | 8th September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 28th September 2026 |
| Last Date for Payment of Application Fee/Service Charges | 28th September 2026 |
| Downloading of Call Letters for Online Examinations | 7 days prior to each examination (tentative) |
| Tier I: Preliminary Examination (Online Objective Test) | 22nd October 2026 (tentative) |
| Tier II: Main Examination (Online Objective Test + Descriptive Test) | 30th November 2026 (tentative) |
Vacancy Details
UIIC has provisionally announced 225 Administrative Officer (Scale I) positions, distributed across two distinct disciplines. Candidates are permitted to apply for only one discipline, either Generalists or Hindi Officers. Multiple applications or appearances will result in the cancellation of candidature. Individuals currently serving as Administrative Officers (Scale-I) in UIIC are not eligible for these positions.
- Administrative Officer – Generalists: 200 posts (UR-68, OBC-62, EWS-22, SC-30, ST-18; PwBD horizontal: VI-2, HI-2, OC-4, MD/ID-3)
- Administrative Officer – Hindi Officers: 25 posts (UR-11, OBC-7, EWS-2, SC-4, ST-1; PwBD horizontal: VI-1)
These vacancy numbers are provisional and may be subject to change as per the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet specific nationality, educational qualification, and age limit criteria as of the stipulated dates.
Nationality
Applicants must primarily be citizens of India. Other eligible categories include subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, Tibetan refugees who arrived before 1st January 1962, and persons of Indian origin who have migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanent settlement in India. Candidates in these latter categories must possess an eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India.
Educational Qualification (as on 30.06.2026)
All required educational qualifications must be obtained on or before 30th June 2026 from a UGC/AICTE recognized university or institute, following the 10+2+3 pattern or its equivalent. A working knowledge of computers is essential for all applicants.
- For Generalists: A Graduate or Postgraduate degree in any discipline (e.g., Engineering, Arts, Science, Commerce, Agriculture, Data Science) from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD categories).
- For Hindi Officers: A Master’s Degree from a recognized university with Hindi and English as compulsory/elective subjects or as the medium of examination at the degree level, with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD categories).
Candidates with CGPA/OGPA/SGPA must provide a university-issued conversion certificate. Percentage fractions such as 59.99% will not be rounded up to 60%.
Age Limit (as on 30.06.2026)
The minimum age for applicants is 21 years, and the maximum age is 30 years. Candidates should have been born between 30th June 1996 and 30th June 2005 (both dates inclusive).
Age relaxations are provided for various categories, subject to a cumulative maximum age of 45 years:
- Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe: 5 Years
- Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: 10 Years
- Ex-servicemen (with at least 5 years military service): 5 Years
- Defence personnel disabled in operations: 3 Years
- Widows, divorced women, and women legally separated (not remarried): 9 Years
- Existing confirmed employees of Public Sector General Insurance Companies (including GIC & Agriculture Insurance Company of India Ltd.): 8 Years
Selection Process
The selection process for UIIC Administrative Officer (Scale I) positions will primarily involve two stages of online examinations:
- Tier I: Preliminary Examination: An online objective test designed to screen candidates.
- Tier II: Main Examination: This stage comprises both an online objective test and a descriptive test, evaluating a candidate's comprehensive knowledge and writing skills.
Further details regarding the examination structure, syllabus, and weightage will be provided in the official notification.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates are required to apply online through the official website of United India Insurance Company Limited, www.uiic.co.in. The online application portal will be active from 8th September 2026 to 28th September 2026. Applicants must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before proceeding with the application and payment of the non-refundable application fee/service charges. It is advisable to thoroughly review the official notification for detailed instructions on the application process, required documents, and payment procedures.