United India Insurance Company Limited (UIIC) has released the UIIC AO Notification 2026 for recruitment to the post of Administrative Officer (Scale-I). A total of 225 vacancies have been announced under the Generalist and Hindi Officer disciplines.
The recruitment includes 200 Administrative Officer Generalist posts and 25 Administrative Officer Hindi Officer posts. The online application process started on 8 September 2026 and eligible candidates can apply online up to 28 September 2026.
UIIC AO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | United India Insurance Company Limited (UIIC) |
|---|---|
| Post | Administrative Officer (Scale-I) |
| Disciplines | Generalists and Hindi Officers |
| Total Vacancies | 225 |
| Generalist Vacancies | 200 |
| Hindi Officer Vacancies | 25 |
| Notification Date | 7 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 8 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | 22 October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Examination | 30 November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Job Location | Across India |
UIIC AO Vacancy 2026
UIIC has announced 225 provisional vacancies for Administrative Officer Scale-I recruitment. Candidates can apply for either the Generalist discipline or the Hindi Officer discipline.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Administrative Officer – Generalists | 200 |
| Administrative Officer – Hindi Officers | 25 |
| Total | 225 |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Generalists | Hindi Officers |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 68 | 11 |
| EWS | 22 | 2 |
| OBC | 62 | 7 |
| SC | 30 | 4 |
| ST | 18 | 1 |
| Total | 200 | 25 |
Horizontal reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) is included within the advertised vacancies.
UIIC AO Eligibility Criteria 2026
Administrative Officer – Generalists
Candidates must have a Graduate Degree or Post Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. The eligibility includes disciplines such as Engineering, Arts, Science, Commerce, Agriculture and Data Science.
| Qualification | Graduate Degree or Post Graduate Degree in any discipline |
|---|---|
| Minimum Marks | 60% |
| SC/ST/PwBD Minimum Marks | 55% |
| Computer Knowledge | Working knowledge of computers is mandatory |
| Qualification Cut-off | Qualification must be completed on or before 30 June 2026 |
Administrative Officer – Hindi Officers
For the Hindi Officer discipline, candidates must hold a Master's Degree from a recognized university satisfying the prescribed Hindi and English subject or medium combination specified by UIIC.
| Qualification | Master's Degree with the prescribed Hindi and English combination |
|---|---|
| Minimum Marks | 60% |
| SC/ST/PwBD Minimum Marks | 55% |
| Computer Knowledge | Working knowledge of computers is mandatory |
| Qualification Cut-off | Qualification must be completed on or before 30 June 2026 |
UIIC AO Age Limit 2026
The age limit for both Generalist and Hindi Officer posts is 21 to 30 years as on 30 June 2026.
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Age Cut-off Date | 30 June 2026 |
| Date of Birth Range | 30 June 1996 to 30 June 2005, both dates inclusive |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Eligible Ex-Servicemen | 5 Years |
| Defence Personnel Disabled During Operations | 3 Years |
| Eligible Widows/Divorced Women/Legally Separated Women | 9 Years |
| Confirmed Employees of Public Sector General Insurance Companies | 8 Years |
UIIC AO Salary 2026
The Administrative Officer Scale-I post carries the following basic pay scale:
| Post | Administrative Officer Scale-I |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹82,485 – ₹1,56,745 |
| Approximate Gross Salary | About ₹1.10 lakh per month at metropolitan centres |
The salary structure also includes applicable allowances and benefits under UIIC rules. Benefits include provisions relating to NPS, gratuity, medical benefits, group personal accident insurance and leased accommodation, subject to applicable rules.
UIIC AO Application Fee 2026
| Applicant Category | Fee / Service Charges |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000 + applicable GST |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Permanent UIIC Employees | ₹250 service charges + applicable GST |
The applicable fee or service charges are payable online during the application process and are non-refundable.
UIIC AO Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 7 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 8 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 28 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | 22 October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Examination | 30 November 2026 (Tentative) |
UIIC AO Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of an online Preliminary Examination, Main Examination with Objective and Descriptive Tests, and Interview.
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination – Objective Test
- Descriptive Test
- Interview
The Preliminary Examination is used for shortlisting and its marks are not included in the final merit list. For final selection, the Main Examination and Interview are considered in the ratio of 75:25.
UIIC AO Preliminary Exam Pattern 2026
The Preliminary Examination is common to Generalist and Hindi Officer candidates and carries 100 marks with a total duration of 60 minutes.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
UIIC AO Generalist Mains Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 40 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| Reasoning | 50 | 60 | 40 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 40 Minutes |
| General Awareness – Financial Sector Focus | 40 | 60 | 30 Minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 | 10 Minutes |
| Total Objective | 200 | 250 | 150 Minutes |
Generalist Descriptive Test
| Test | Marks |
|---|---|
| Letter Writing | 10 |
| Essay Writing | 20 |
| Total | 30 |
The Generalist descriptive test has a duration of 30 minutes.
UIIC AO Hindi Officer Mains Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 25 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 30 Minutes |
| Professional Knowledge | 50 | 100 | 50 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | 10 Minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 25 | 25 | 10 Minutes |
| Total Objective | 150 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
Hindi Officer Professional Knowledge
The Professional Knowledge section covers areas including Hindi and English grammar, vocabulary, Official Language Rules and translation.
Hindi Officer Descriptive Test
| Test | Marks |
|---|---|
| English Essay | 10 |
| Hindi Essay | 10 |
| Hindi Letter Writing | 10 |
| English to Hindi Translation | 10 |
| Hindi to English Translation | 10 |
| Total | 50 |
The Hindi Officer descriptive test has a duration of 60 minutes.
UIIC AO Negative Marking
A penalty of one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question is applicable for every wrong answer in the Preliminary and Main Objective examinations. No penalty is applicable for questions left unanswered.
UIIC AO Posting and Job Location
The recruitment is for UIIC offices across India. The company has indicated that a substantial number of vacancies are located in the Western and Southern Zones. Selected candidates may therefore be posted in these regions and may also be transferred anywhere in India according to organizational requirements.
UIIC AO Application 2026
Eligible candidates have to submit the application through the online recruitment process of UIIC.
- Visit the official UIIC website.
- Open the recruitment section.
- Select the Administrative Officer Scale-I recruitment.
- Choose either Generalist or Hindi Officer.
- Complete the registration and application form.
- Upload the required information and documents.
- Pay the applicable fee or service charges online.
- Submit the application and save the final application details.
A candidate can apply for only one discipline. Candidates should not submit multiple applications or appear for both Generalist and Hindi Officer recruitment.
UIIC AO Recruitment 2026 Key Points
| Total Posts | 225 |
|---|---|
| Generalist Posts | 200 |
| Hindi Officer Posts | 25 |
| Age | 21–30 Years as on 30 June 2026 |
| Generalist Qualification | Graduate/Post Graduate in any discipline with prescribed marks |
| Hindi Officer Qualification | Prescribed Master's Degree with Hindi-English combination |
| Basic Pay | ₹82,485 – ₹1,56,745 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 8 September to 28 September 2026 |
| Prelims | 22 October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Mains | 30 November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Selection | Prelims + Mains + Interview |
Important Links
| Official Website | Visit UIIC Official Website |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Section | UIIC Careers / Recruitment |
| UIIC AO Notification 2026 | Download Official Notification PDF |