Very few Indian banks offer online applications for opening an account online, one of them is UBI. If you’re interested in knowing the Union Bank of India Account opening online process, this article will help you.

Just to brief on the bank’s overall history and operations, in case you are not well aware of their service offerings:

Headquartered from Mumbai, Union Bank of India was established in 1919. With sustained growth of this nationalized bank, they managed to open about 4200 branches in most states and has played a great role in strengthening Indian Banking and Economy in general.

Even though its one of the oldest bank, it is not behind when it comes to technology adoption in services like Netbanking, or innovating fintech and financing products. No wonder, they are one of the very few banks that lets you open savings bank account online.

UBI offers savings and current accounts for personal and business use, and salary accounts as well.

How to Open Union Bank of India Account Online (Savings)

The following steps will clearly explain the Union Bank of India accounts opening online process in-depth. 

1. Head on to the savings account page here – https://www.unionbankofindia.co.in/english/saving-account.aspx
You will find all the features and minimum balance required for Union Bank of India (UBI) savings account, which ranges from as low as Rs. 100 for rural non-cheque book accounts to Rs.1000 maximum in Metros with cheque book accounts.
2. On the bottom click on the link –  Click Here For Apply Online Saving Account
3. This is basically the virtual online form that you will have to fill, the same as when you go to the branch and open a local bank account physically.
Union Bank of India Account Opening Online
4. You will have to enter your name and address details, along with nominee details to submit the form. You must also have your Aadhaar Card and Pan Card Number for this form along with any photo ID proof and address proof scanned.
If you don’t have a scanned copy available use apps like Office Lens or CamScanner on your Android/iOS smartphones to quickly scan the physical copies.
5. Please double-check the details such as name, birth date, document numbers, and address before you hit the Submit button.
6. The next step is to wait for the bank’s approval of your account, for which you will get notified via your provided mobile number and email address.
7. In case it’s delayed more than expected, use this link to Track your Union Bank of India online application for new accounts.
Track Online Account Opening Form - UBI
That’s it!
Tip: As of now Union Bank of India Account Closing is not possible, you must visit your branch and submit a form to close your savings, salary or current account. 
I hope this guide has helped you understand how you can open the Union bank of India (UBI) savings account online. Please share your feedback or if any issues in the comments section below.
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