Punjab National Bank (PNB) has announced the recruitment of 350 Specialist Officers (SO) for the year 2025. The online application process is currently open and will close on March 24, 2025. Below are the comprehensive details regarding the recruitment, including eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, application process, and important dates.
Vacancy Details
The distribution of the 350 Specialist Officer vacancies across various posts is as follows:
| Post | Grade | 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 |
Source: PNB Official Recruitment Notification
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualifications: Candidates must possess relevant educational qualifications such as B.Tech/B.E, CA, ICWA, MBA/PGDM, MCA, or PG Diploma in related fields. citeturn0search2
- Age Limit:
- Manager (IT), Manager (Data Scientist), Manager (Cyber Security): 25 to 35 years
- Senior Manager (IT), Senior Manager (Data Scientist), Senior Manager (Cyber Security): 27 to 38 years
Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms.
Exam Pattern
The selection process includes an online examination followed by an interview. The exam pattern is as follows:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 25 | 40 | 25 mins |
| English Language | 25 | 40 | 25 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 40 | 25 mins |
| Professional Knowledge | 50 | 100 | 45 mins |
| Total | 150 | 220 | 120 mins |
Note: There is a penalty of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Syllabus
The syllabus for the online examination includes:
- Reasoning: Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Blood Relations, Coding-Decoding, etc.
- English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Error Spotting, Fill in the Blanks, etc.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Data Interpretation, Simplification, Number Series, Arithmetic Problems, etc.
- Professional Knowledge: Subject-specific topics related to the post applied for.
Application Process
Candidates can apply online through the official PNB website by following these steps:
- Visit the official website of Punjab National Bank (www.pnbindia.in).
- Navigate to the ‘Recruitments’ section and select ‘PNB SO Recruitment 2025’.
- Register using a valid email ID and phone number.
- Fill out the application form with accurate details.
- Upload required documents, including a passport-size photograph, signature, and relevant certificates.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
- Download and print the application form for future reference.
Application Fee
- SC/ST/PwBD candidates: ₹59 (including GST)
- All other candidates: ₹1180 (including GST)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of Online Registration | March 3, 2025 |
| Closing of Online Registration | March 24, 2025 |
| Tentative Date of Online Exam | April/May 2025 |
Source: PNB Official Recruitment Notification
Job Locations
The selected candidates are likely to be posted across various branches and offices of Punjab National Bank throughout India, depending on the bank’s requirements.
Selection Process
The selection process comprises:
- Online Examination: Candidates must qualify in each section by securing minimum cut-off marks.
- Interview: Candidates who qualify in the online examination will be called for an interview. The interview carries 50 marks, with minimum qualifying marks of 50% for general candidates and 45% for SC/ST candidates.
Important Links
- Official Notification: PNB SO Recruitment 2025 Notification
- Apply Online: PNB SO Recruitment 2025 Application
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying and ensure they meet the eligibility criteria. For detailed information, refer to the official notification linked above.
For a visual overview of the PNB SO Recruitment 2025, you may find the following video informative:
