Punjab National Bank
Punjab National Bank (PNB) is inviting applications for 350 Specialist Officer (SO) positions across different grades, including Officer (Credit & Industry), Manager (IT, Data Scientist, Cyber Security), and Senior Manager (IT, Data Scientist, Cyber Security). The application window is open from 03.03.2025 to 24.03.2025, with the online test tentatively scheduled for April/May 2025. The selection process involves an online test and interview. The pay scale ranges from ₹48,480 – ₹1,05,280 depending on the post. Eligible candidates can apply online at www.pnbindia.in.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 03.03.2025 |
| Application Last Date | 24.03.2025 |
| Online Exam Date (Tentative) | April/May 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Interview Date | To be announced |
📌 Vacancy Details
| Post | Scale | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Officer-Credit | JMGS-I | 250 |
| Officer-Industry | JMGS-I | 75 |
| Manager-IT | MMGS-II | 5 |
| Senior Manager-IT | MMGS-III | 5 |
| Manager-Data Scientist | MMGS-II | 3 |
| Senior Manager-Data Scientist | MMGS-III | 2 |
| Manager-Cyber Security | MMGS-II | 5 |
| Senior Manager-Cyber Security | MMGS-III | 5 |
| Total | – | 350 |
📌 Category-wise Reservation: SC (50), ST (25), OBC (91), EWS (32), UR (152).
📌 Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Officer (JMGS-I) | 21 – 30 years |
| Manager (MMGS-II) | 25 – 35 years |
| Senior Manager (MMGS-III) | 27 – 38 years |
| SC/ST | +5 years relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years relaxation |
| PwBD | +10 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules |
📌 Age calculated as of 01.01.2025.
📌 Educational Qualifications
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Officer (Credit) | CA/CMA/CFA OR MBA (Finance) with 60% marks |
| Officer (Industry) | BE/B.Tech in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, IT, etc. with 60% marks |
| Manager (IT, Data Scientist, Cyber Security) | BE/B.Tech in relevant fields with 60% marks |
| Senior Manager (IT, Data Scientist, Cyber Security) | BE/B.Tech/M.Tech with relevant work experience |
📌 Additional certifications (like AI/ML, Cybersecurity, Risk Management) are preferred for specialized roles.
📌 Application Fees
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹59 (₹50 + 18% GST) |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹1,180 (₹1,000 + 18% GST) |
📌 Payment Mode: Online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI.
📌 Pay Scale
| Scale | Pay Range (₹) |
|---|---|
| JMGS-I | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 |
| MMGS-II | ₹64,820 – ₹93,960 |
| MMGS-III | ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280 |
📌 Other benefits include DA, HRA, Medical Insurance, and Retirement Benefits as per PNB rules.
📌 Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-I | Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 120 min |
| Part-I | English Language | 25 | 25 | |
| Part-I | Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | |
| Part-II | Professional Knowledge | 50 | 100 |
📌 Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
📌 How to Apply?
| Step | Process |
|---|---|
| 1️⃣ | Visit www.pnbindia.in |
| 2️⃣ | Click on “Recruitment” → Apply for SO Recruitment 2025 |
| 3️⃣ | Register with a valid email ID & mobile number |
| 4️⃣ | Fill in personal, academic & professional details |
| 5️⃣ | Upload Photo, Signature, Thumb Impression & Documents |
| 6️⃣ | Pay the application fee online |
| 7️⃣ | Submit the application & take a printout |
📌 Ensure all details are correct before submission.
📌 Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Online Written Test (if required) |
| Step 2 | Personal Interview (50 Marks) |
| Final Selection | Online Test (if conducted) + Interview Marks |
📌 Candidates must qualify in each stage for final selection.
✅ For detailed notification & application link, visit: PNB Official Website.
Important Links
| Detailed Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Admit Card | Click Here |
| Results | Click Here |