PNB Recruitment 2025

PNB Recruitment 2025: 350 Specialist Officer Posts – Complete Guide

Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, has announced its recruitment drive for the year 2025. This recruitment aims to fill  350 Specialist Officer (SO) posts  across various domains. The notification has garnered significant attention from banking aspirants across the country. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the PNB Recruitment 2025, including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, selection process, application procedure, and more.

PNB Recruitment 2025

Vacancy Details - PNB Recruitment 2025

PNB has released a total of  350 vacancies  for Specialist Officer posts in various disciplines. The post-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:

1.  Credit Officer : 250 posts 

2.  Officer Industry : 75 posts 

3.  Senior Manager IT : 05 posts 

4.  Manager IT: 05 posts 

5.  Manager Data Scientist : 03 posts 

6.  Senior Manager Data Scientist : 02 posts 

7. Manager Cyber Security & Senior Manager Cyber Security – 10 Posts

These vacancies are spread across different categories, including General, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for category-wise distribution.

Qualification Details – PNB Recruitment 2025

The educational qualifications required for each post vary depending on the role. Below are the post-wise qualification requirements:

1. Credit Officer : 

 Mandatory Qualifications:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. 

 Or   

- Cost Management Accountant (CMA) from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India. 

 Or   

- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) from the CFA Institute (USA). 

 Or   

- Full-time MBA or Post Graduate Diploma in Management with a specialization in Finance from a Government-recognized/approved Institute/College/University (AICTE/UGC) with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade.

2. Officer Industry :

Mandatory:  A full-time Bachelor's degree in B.E./B.Tech. in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Textile, Mining, Chemical, Production, Metallurgy, Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Computer Science, or Information Technology from an institute/college/university recognized/approved by government bodies, AICTE, or UGC, with a minimum of 60% marks or an equivalent grade.

Desirable:  A full-time Master's degree in M.Tech or MBA from an institute/college/university recognized/approved by government bodies, AICTE, or UGC.4.  HR Officer : 

   - Graduate degree with a postgraduate degree/diploma in HR or Personnel Management. 

 3.  Manager-IT   

-  Number of Posts:  05 

-  Scale of Pay:  64820-2340/1-67160-2680/10-93960 

-  Educational Qualification:   

  -  Mandatory:  Full-time degree in B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology/Information Science  OR  Full-time M.C.A. from any Institute/College/University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade. 

  -  Desirable:  Full-time degree in M.E./M.Tech in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related fields from any Institute/College/University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC. 

4.  Senior Manager-IT   

-  Number of Posts:  05 

-  Scale of Pay:  85920-2680/5-99320-2980/2-105280 

-  Educational Qualification:   

  -  Mandatory:  Full-time degree in B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology/Information Science  OR  Full-time M.C.A. from any Institute/College/University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade. 

  -  Desirable:  Full-time degree in M.E./M.Tech in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related fields from any Institute/College/University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC. 

5.  Manager-Data Scientist   

-  Number of Posts:  03 

-  Scale of Pay:  64820-2340/1-67160-2680/10-93960 

-  Educational Qualification:   

  -  Mandatory:  Full-time degree in B.E./B.Tech in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or Data Science from any Institute/College/University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade. 

  -  Desirable:  Full-time Master’s Degree in AI, Data Science, Computer Science, or related fields from any Institute/College/University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC. 

  6.  Senior Manager-Data Scientist   

-  Number of Posts:  02 

-  Scale of Pay:  85920-2680/5-99320-2980/2-105280 

-  Educational Qualification:   

  -  Mandatory:  Full-time degree in B.E./B.Tech in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or Data Science from any Institute/College/University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade. 

  -  Desirable:  Full-time Master’s Degree in AI, Data Science, Computer Science, or related fields from any Institute/College/University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC. 

7.  Manager-Cyber Security   

-  Number of Posts:  05 

-  Scale of Pay:  64820-2340/1-67160-2680/10-93960 

-  Educational Qualification:   

  -  Mandatory:  Full-time degree in B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology/Electronics and Communications  OR  Full-time M.C.A. from any Institute/College/University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade. 

  -  Desirable:  Full-time degree in M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology/Electronics and Communications from any Institute/College/University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC. 

  -  Additional Requirements:  Hands-on experience in working, managing, and understanding Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Microsoft Azure Public Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, Digital Forensics, and coding languages such as Python. 

8.  Senior Manager-Cyber Security   

-  Number of Posts:  05 

-  Scale of Pay:  85920-2680/5-99320-2980/2-105280 

-  Educational Qualification:   

  -  Mandatory:  Full-time degree in B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology/Electronics and Communications  OR  Full-time M.C.A. from any Institute/College/University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade. 

  -  Desirable:  Full-time degree in M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology/Electronics and Communications from any Institute/College/University recognized/approved by Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC. 

  -  Additional Requirements:  Hands-on experience in working, managing, and understanding Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Microsoft Azure Public Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, Digital Forensics, and coding languages such as Python. 

Age Limitation & Relaxation

The age criteria for PNB Recruitment 2025 are as follows:

-  Minimum Age : 21 years 

-  Maximum Age : 35 years 

 Age Relaxation  is applicable as per government norms: 

-  OBC : 3 years 

-  SC/ST : 5 years 

-  PwD : 10 years 

-  Ex-Servicemen : 5 years 

Candidates must ensure they meet the age criteria as of the cutoff date mentioned in the official notification.

Selection Process - PNB Recruitment 2025

The selection process for PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 consists of the following stages:

1.  Online Examination : 

   - The exam will be conducted in two phases: Preliminary and Mains. 

   - Both exams will consist of objective-type questions covering Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and Professional Knowledge. 

2.  Interview : 

   - Candidates who qualify for the Mains exam will be called for an interview. 

   - The interview will assess the candidate’s technical knowledge, communication skills, and suitability for the role.  

3.  Final Merit List : 

   - The final selection will be based on the combined scores of the Mains exam and the interview. 

 Application Fee Details - PNB Recruitment 2025

The application fee for PNB Recruitment 2025 is as follows:

-  General/OBC/EWS Candidates : ₹850 

-  SC/ST/PwD Candidates : ₹175 

The fee can be paid online through net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI.

Salary Details - PNB Recruitment 2025

Selected candidates will be offered an attractive salary package as per the PNB pay scale. The approximate monthly salary for Specialist Officers is as follows:

-  Basic Pay : ₹36,000 – ₹63,840 

-  Gross Salary : ₹70,000 – ₹85,000 (including allowances like DA, HRA, and CCA) 

In addition to the salary, employees will be entitled to benefits such as medical insurance, pension schemes, and leave travel concessions.

Important Dates - PNB Recruitment 2025

Here are the key dates for PNB Recruitment 2025:

-  Notification Release Date : 3^rd March, 2025 

-  Online Application Start Date : 3^rd March, 2025 

-  Last Date to Apply : 24^th March, 2025 

-  Preliminary Exam Date : Update Soon 

-  Mains Exam Date : Update Soon 

-  Interview Date : Update Soon 

Candidates are advised to regularly check the official PNB website for updates.

Important Links - PNB Recruitment 2025

·        Application Submission Link – Click Here

·        Official Notification – Click Here

·        Official Website – Click Here

How to Apply - PNB Recruitment 2025

Follow these steps to apply for PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025:

1. Visit the official PNB website: [www.pnbindia.in](http://www.pnbindia.in). 

2. Navigate to the “Careers” section and click on the recruitment notification. 

3. Register yourself by providing basic details like name, email ID, and phone number. 

4. Fill out the application form with personal, educational, and professional details. 

5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents. 

6. Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes. 

7. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference. 

FAQs  - PNB Recruitment 2025

1.  Is there any experience required for PNB Specialist Officer posts?   

   - Experience requirements vary by post. For example, Law Officers need 3 years of experience, while IT Officers may not require prior experience. 

2.  Can final-year students apply for PNB Recruitment 2025?   

   - No, candidates must have completed their qualifying degree before the application deadline. 

3.  What is the exam pattern for the PNB Specialist Officer exam?   

   - The exam consists of two phases: Preliminary and Mains. Both phases include sections on Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and Professional Knowledge. 

4.  Is there any negative marking in the exam?   

   - Yes, there is a penalty of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. 

5.  How can I download my admit card?   

   - Admit cards will be available on the official PNB website a few weeks before the exam date. 

Conclusion

PNB Recruitment 2025 for 350 Specialist Officer posts is a golden opportunity for banking aspirants to join one of India’s most reputed public sector banks. With attractive salary packages, job security, and growth opportunities, this recruitment drive is highly sought after. Candidates are advised to start their preparation early, ensure they meet the eligibility criteria, and stay updated with the official notification for any changes. By following the guidelines provided in this article, aspirants can navigate the application process smoothly and increase their chances of securing a position with Punjab National Bank. Best of luck to all applicants!