Cooperative Bank Jobs 2026 – Latest Vacancies in State & District Sahakari Banks
Are you looking for a safe and respected banking career? State Cooperative Banks (StCBs) and District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) release thousands of vacancies every year. These banks offer good salaries and the chance to work near your hometown for positions like Clerk, Assistant Manager and Peon. At latestbankjobs.com we provide you fast and reliable updates on Cooperative bank jobs notifications from all Indian states.
Types of Cooperative Banks in India
Cooperative Banks in India are mainly of two types:
Urban Cooperative Banks
These banks operate in Urban (Cities) and semi urban areas and provide banking services to individuals, small businesses and traders.
Urban Cooperative Banks are of two types:
a). Scheduled UCB’s
- listed under the Second Schedule of the RBI Act.
- Enjoy more privileges from RBI.
b). Non Scheduled UCBs
- Operate on a smaller scale.
- Usually work within a single city or limited area.
Rural Cooperative Banks (Three – Tier Structure)
These banks mainly help villages and farmers.
a). State Cooperative Banks (StCBs)
- Apex (top level) Cooperative banks at the state level.
- Work closely with RBI and NABARD.
- Provide funds and guidance to District Central Cooperative Banks.
b). District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs)
- Operate at the district level.
- Act as a link between State Cooperative Banks and local societies.
- Provide banking services to Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) and the public.
c). Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS)
- Operate at the village level.
- Provide short term loans and credit to farmers and rural members.
How many Cooperative Banks in India?
Currently more than 1900 Cooperative banks in India including urban, state, district and multi state cooperative banks.
Types of Cooperative banks and its recruitment level is given below:
| Bank Type | Approx Number | Recruitment level |
|---|---|---|
| Urban Cooperative Banks | 1457 | Local / State Level |
| State Cooperative Banks | 34 | State Level (Approx) |
| District Cooperative Banks | 351 | District Level |
| Multi State Banks | 67 | Professional / Multi Level |
Popular Cooperative Banks in India
On our website, you can find updates on the top cooperative banks listed below: –
- Cosmos Bank & Saraswat Bank (Multi State)
- Maharashtra Cooperative Bank (MSCB)
- Rajasthan State Cooperative Bank (RSCB)
- UP Cooperative Bank
- Bihar State Cooperative Bank
Why Join a Cooperative Bank Jobs?
There are several advantages to working in cooperative banks in India:
- Home State Posting: In general, you get a posting in your home state or district.
- Work Life Balance: The work pressure is generally low compared to commercial banks.
- Community Benefit: You can directly help local farmers and small business.
Eligibility Criteria:
Most cooperative banks have similar requirements.
Qualifications
Graduation (Any Stream) or 10th / 12th (for Peon Posts)
Age Limit
18-30 Years (Age Relaxation is available to Reserved category).
Local Language
It is compulsory to know the local language of the state where the bank is located.
Salary & Benefits in Cooperative Banks
Pay Scale
In most State Cooperative Banks, starting salary for clerk is ₹25000- ₹35000 and for officers is ₹45000- ₹60000. (This may vary from state to state)
Allowances
Benefits such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) and medical insurance are provided.
Job Security
This job is 100% secure and permanent.
Work Pressure
Compared to other commercial banks, the work pressure is lower here, which is why govt job seeker prefer it.