UIIC Assistant Recruitment 2024: United India Insurance Company Recruitment for 250 Administrative Officers (Generalist) in 2024
United India Insurance Company (UIIC), a leading Public Sector General Insurance Company wholly owned by the Government of India, has announced a recruitment drive to fill 250 vacancies for the post of Administrative Officer (Generalist) across its offices in India. The notification, Ref No: UIIC/HOHRM/AO-Gen/01/2024 dated 08/01/2024, invites applications from eligible Indian citizens for this coveted opportunity.
Official Notification
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About Job Profile
As an Administrative Officer (Generalist) in UIIC, the selected candidates will play a crucial role in the company's operations and administrative functions. They will be responsible for handling various tasks, including but not limited to office management, personnel administration, logistics, and other administrative duties. The role offers excellent career growth prospects, attractive salaries, and a range of benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for aspiring professionals.
Vacancy Details
The company has announced a total of 250 vacancies for the post of Administrative Officer (Generalist).
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 20 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 67 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 24 |
| Unreserved (UR) | 102 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 15 (Cross Reservation) |
The vacancies are substantially in the Western and Southern Zones of the country, and the selected candidates will be posted mostly to offices in these zones initially for a minimum period of five years. The company reserves the right to post the selected candidates anywhere across India.
The category-wise numbers mentioned in the notification are provisional and indicative. The company reserves the right not to select any candidate from any of the categories mentioned.
Salary Package
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay Scale | Rs. 50925-2500(14)-85925-2710(4)-96765 |
| Other Allowances | Admissible as per company rules |
| Gross Pay (approx.) | Rs. 88,000/- p.m. at Metropolitan centers |
| Benefits | Gratuity, LTS, Medical Benefits, Group Personal Accident Insurance, Performance Linked Incentive (PLI), National Pension System (NPS), Leased Accommodation |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen or as per rules specified in the notification |
| Educational Qualification | Degree with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST Category) from a recognized university or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. The qualification should be obtained in the 10+2+3 or equivalent pattern. |
| Age Limit | Minimum 21 years and Maximum 30 years as on 31.12.2023 (relaxation for reserved categories as per rules) |
Candidates must possess a certificate in proof of passing the qualifying examination (degree) as on 31.12.2023 to be eligible. Those who have written the final examination for the minimum educational qualification as on 31.12.2023 and whose results are declared after 31.12.2023 are not eligible to apply.
Working knowledge of Computer is a must.
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Commences | 08th January 2024 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 23rd January 2024 |
| Payment of Application Fees/Service Charges | 23rd January 2024 |
| Downloading of Call Letters for Online Test | 10 days prior to the actual date of Online Test (Tentative) |
| Online Test | February 2024 (Tentative) |
How to Apply?
Candidates can apply online only through the UIIC website (uiic.co.in) from 08/01/2024 to 23/01/2024. No other mode of application will be accepted.
- Visit the Recruitment Section of the UIIC website and click on the "APPLY ONLINE" option.
- Register by entering your Name, Contact details, and Email ID. A Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated and sent to your registered email and mobile number.
- Login using the Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a hand-written declaration as per the specifications mentioned in the notification.
- Preview and verify the application form before final submission.
- Pay the applicable application fee/service charges through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Documents needed to apply
- Scanned copy of recent passport-sized photograph
- Scanned copy of signature
- Scanned copy of left thumb impression
- Hand-written declaration as per the prescribed format
Selection Process
The selection will be made based on the overall performance in the Online Examination and Interview.
| Phase | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Examination | Candidates will have to appear for an online examination comprising Reasoning, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness (with special reference to the Financial Sector), and Computer Literacy sections. |
| Interview | Candidates qualified in the online examination will be called for an interview up to three times the number of vacancies for each category. Final selection will be based on the combined performance in the online examination and interview. |
Exam Pattern
| Name of Tests | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | Composite time of 2 hours |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | |
| General Awareness (with special reference to Financial Sector) | 40 | 40 | |
| Computer Literacy | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
All the questions will be of objective type with alternative choices, out of which one will be the correct answer. There will be a penalty for wrong answers marked by the candidates. The objective tests, except the test on "English Language," will be bilingual (in English and Hindi). For each wrong answer marked, one-fourth of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted as a penalty.
Detailed guidelines are provided in the notification for candidates with benchmark disabilities who require the services of a scribe, compensatory time, or other accommodations during the online examination.
Best Books
- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal
- Reasoning Ability for Competitive Examinations by A.P. Bhardwaj
- Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
- General Knowledge for Competitive Exams by Manohar Pandey
- Computer Fundamentals by Pradeep K. Sinha and Priti Sinha
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Can I apply for this recruitment if I have not completed my degree yet?
No, candidates must possess a certificate in proof of passing the qualifying examination (degree) as on 31.12.2023 to be eligible for this recruitment.
Q2. Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
Yes, age relaxation is provided for Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), Ex-Servicemen, and other categories as per the rules mentioned in the notification.
Q3. Can I apply for multiple exam centers?
No, candidates can choose only one exam center while filling out the online application form. The choice of center once exercised will be final.
Q4. How will the EWS vacancies be filled?
The EWS vacancies are tentative and subject to further directives from the Government of India and the outcome of any litigation and pending court cases. The appointment is provisional and subject to the Income & Asset certificate being verified through the proper channels.
Q5. What are the guidelines for candidates with benchmark disabilities?
Detailed guidelines are provided in the notification for candidates with benchmark disabilities who require the services of a scribe, compensatory time, or other accommodations during the online examination.
