UCO Bank Revises Select Benchmark Rates Effective May 10, 2026; MCLR Unchanged
UCO Bank's ALCO has revised select benchmark rates effective May 10, 2026. The TBLR (3-month) has been reduced from 5.35% to 5.30%, the UCO G-Sec Rate (1-year) has been revised upward from 5.72% to 5.74%, and the 10-year G-Sec Rate YTM has been lowered from 7.24% to 7.21%. All MCLR tenors, TBLR (6-month and 12-month), Repo Linked Rates, Base Rate, and BPLR remain unchanged. The disclosure was made to stock exchanges on May 7, 2026, under Regulation 30.

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UCO Bank 's Asset Liability Management Committee (ALCO) has reviewed the bank's benchmark rates and decided to revise select rates, effective May 10, 2026. The update was communicated to stock exchanges on May 7, 2026, by Company Secretary Vikash Gupta, in compliance with Regulation 30.
MCLR Rates Remain Unchanged
The bank's Marginal Cost of Funds-based Lending Rates (MCLR) across all tenors have been kept unchanged. The following rates continue to apply effective May 10, 2026:
| MCLR Tenor: | Rate (w.e.f. 10.05.2026) |
|---|---|
| Overnight | 7.90% |
| One Month | 8.15% |
| Three Month | 8.40% |
| Six Month | 8.65% |
| One Year | 8.75% |
Revised Other Benchmark Rates
Among the other benchmark rates, the TBLR (3-month), UCO G-Sec Rate (1-year), and the 10-year G-Sec Rate YTM have been revised. The remaining benchmarks — TBLR (6-month and 12-month), Repo Linked Rates, Base Rate, and BPLR — remain unchanged. The table below provides a detailed comparison of existing and revised rates:
| Benchmark: | Existing Rate | New Rate (w.e.f. 10.05.2026) |
|---|---|---|
| TBLR (3 Month) | 5.35% | 5.30% |
| TBLR (6 Month) | 5.50% | 5.50% |
| TBLR (12 Month) | 5.60% | 5.60% |
| UCO G-Sec Rate (1 Year) | 5.72% | 5.74% |
| 10-Year G-Sec Rate YTM % p.a. (Annualized Par Yield) | 7.24% | 7.21% |
| Repo Linked Rate – UCO Float | 8.05% | 8.05% |
| Repo Linked Rate – UCO Prime | 5.25% | 5.25% |
| Base Rate | 9.60% | 9.60% |
| BPLR | 14.25% | 14.25% |
Key Changes at a Glance
The following benchmark rates have been revised effective May 10, 2026:
- TBLR (3-month): Reduced from 5.35% to 5.30%
- UCO G-Sec Rate (1-year): Increased from 5.72% to 5.74%
- 10-year G-Sec Rate YTM % p.a. (Annualized Par Yield): Reduced from 7.24% to 7.21%
All other benchmark rates, including MCLR across all tenors, TBLR (6-month and 12-month), Repo Linked Rate – UCO Float, Repo Linked Rate – UCO Prime, Base Rate, and BPLR, remain unchanged as of the effective date.
Historical Stock Returns for UCO Bank
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.87% | -0.04% | +10.07% | -17.65% | -12.02% | +136.99% |
How might UCO Bank's decision to keep MCLR rates unchanged impact its loan growth and competitiveness against peers who may be cutting lending rates in response to RBI's monetary easing cycle?
Given the marginal decline in the 10-year G-Sec Rate YTM, how could shifting bond yields influence UCO Bank's treasury income and overall net interest margin in the coming quarters?
Will the reduction in the 3-month TBLR signal further downward revisions in short-term benchmark rates in subsequent ALCO reviews, and what does this imply for borrowers on TBLR-linked loans?


































