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| Recruiting authority | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
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| Last successful check | 12 Nov 2026 |
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| Last date | 5 May 2026 |
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- Updated April 21, 2026 11:37 AM
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- Applications closed on 05 May 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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- The Punjab National Bank (PNB) has officially announced the Specialist Officer (Engineer) Recruitment 2026 with 30 openings. The detailed notification was published on 20 April 2026 at pnb.bank.in. Candidates who meet the age criteria of 20 to 30 years and hold B.E./B.Tech in Civil / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering with 60% marks along with minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in the relevant field can now submit their online applications from 21 April 2026 to 05 May 2026. Direct links to download the notification and apply online are shared below.
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PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
PNB Specialist Officer Vacancy 2026
- A total of 30 vacancies have been announced for Specialist Officer (Engineer) posts in JMG Scale I across three disciplines - Civil Engineering (21 posts), Electrical Engineering (7 posts), and Mechanical Engineering (2 posts).
- Specialist Officer (Engineer) Vacancy Distribution (30 Posts)
PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- The age limit for PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 is calculated as on 01.01.2026. The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 30 years for all three posts. The maximum age limit is applicable to Unreserved (UR) category and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category candidates. Age relaxation is applicable to reserved category candidates as per Government of India rules.
PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
- Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application fee through online mode only. Bank transaction charges for online payment of application fee will have to be borne by the candidate. The fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances, nor can it be held in reserve for any other examination or selection.
- A candidate can apply for only one post; in case of multiple applications, only the latest valid and completed application will be retained and the fee paid for other multiple registrations will stand forfeited. Payment can be made using Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets, or UPI.
PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 Salary / Pay Scale
- Selected candidates appointed as Specialist Officers (Engineer) in JMG Scale I at Punjab National Bank will be entitled to pay and allowances as per the Bank's rules applicable to JMG Scale I officers. In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will be entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) or Leased Accommodation, Leave Fare Concession, Medical Insurance, Retirement Benefits, and other perquisites as per Bank rules.
- The selected candidates will be required to execute an Indemnity Bond undertaking to serve the Bank for a minimum period of 03 years, or to pay the Bank a sum of ₹3,00,000/- (Rupees Three Lakhs Only) in case they leave before completion of 03 years of active service. Candidates must also maintain a healthy credit history with a minimum CIBIL score of 681 or above at the time of joining the Bank.
PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- The selection process for PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 will be based on an Online Written Test followed by a Personal Interview, or a Personal Interview only, depending upon the number of applications received against each post. The Bank may decide to follow either of two scenarios. Under Scenario 1 (Online Written Test + Interview):
- The written test consists of Part I covering Reasoning (25 marks), English Language (25 marks), and Quantitative Aptitude (50 marks) - totalling 100 marks - and Part II covering Professional Knowledge (50 questions, 100 marks), with the entire test to be completed in 120 minutes.
- For each wrong answer, one-fourth of the marks assigned will be deducted as penalty. Part II (Professional Knowledge) will be evaluated only for candidates who qualify in each paper of Part I. Candidates who qualify Part I will be shortlisted for interview based on marks in Part II. Personal Interview will carry 50 marks, and candidates must score minimum qualifying marks in the interview to be considered for final selection.
- The final merit will be based on aggregate scores of Part II of the Online Written Test and the Interview. Under Scenario 2 (Shortlisting + Interview): Applications will be screened, eligible candidates will be called for a Personal Interview of 50 marks, and final selection will be based solely on interview scores.
- Online Written Test Pattern (Scenario 1 - if applicable)
How to Apply for PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026
- Eligible candidates must apply online only through the official Punjab National Bank website at https://pnb.bank.in/ under the Recruitment/Career section. No other mode of application will be accepted. Online applications can be submitted from 21 April 2026 to 05 May 2026. Candidates are required to have a valid personal Email ID and mobile number, which must remain active till the completion of the recruitment process.
- Before applying, candidates must scan and upload their photograph, signature, left hand thumb impression, handwritten declaration, proof of age, caste/disability certificate, educational qualification certificates, and work experience documents as per the prescribed specifications. After successful registration, a provisional registration number and password will be generated and sent via email and SMS.
- Candidates must take a printout of the system-generated online application form and e-receipt after payment and retain it for future reference. They should not send this printout to the Bank. All particulars filled in the online application form - including name, caste, date of birth, post applied for, address, mobile number, email ID, and centre of examination - will be treated as final, and no change or modification will be allowed after submission.
- Visit the official website https://pnb.bank.in/ under Recruitment/Career section
- Click on "Click Here for New Registration" and enter basic details to obtain provisional registration number and password
- Fill in personal, qualification, experience, and category details accurately
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, left hand thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and all required documents as per prescribed specifications
- Pay the application fee online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking/IMPS/UPI/Mobile Wallets
- Submit the application after verifying all details; take printout of e-receipt and application form for future reference
- Do not send the printout to the Bank
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Candidates applying for PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 must carefully read and comply with all instructions mentioned in the official notification before submitting their application. A candidate can apply for only one post. Candidature at all stages of the recruitment process shall remain provisional, subject to verification of eligibility criteria and other supporting documents.
- Merely being shortlisted, appearing for the test/interview, or inclusion in the merit list does not confer any right to appointment. Selected candidates will be required to execute a Service Indemnity Bond undertaking to serve the Bank for a minimum of 03 years or pay ₹3,00,000/- if they leave before completion of 03 years.
- Candidates must maintain a minimum CIBIL score of 681 or above at the time of joining. Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification. The Bank reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process partly or entirely at any time without assigning any reason. In case of cancellation, application fees deposited will be refunded.
- Any dispute arising out of the recruitment process shall be subject to the sole jurisdiction of the Courts situated at NCT of Delhi. Candidates are advised to possess/acquire a valid Aadhaar card for the process, as the Bank may conduct Online Aadhaar verification at different stages of the selection process.
- A candidate can apply for only one post; in case of multiple applications, only the latest valid application will be retained.
- Candidature at all stages is provisional and subject to verification of documents.
- Candidates who have earlier worked in PNB or its merged/amalgamated entities and were discharged for reasons other than VRS/Resignation are NOT eligible.
- Candidates with adverse reports regarding character, antecedents, or moral turpitude are NOT eligible.
- Requests for change of contact number/address/email ID/examination centre/interview centre will not be entertained.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- Selected candidates must execute a Service Indemnity Bond for 03 years or pay ₹3,00,000/-.
- Minimum CIBIL score of 681 or above required at the time of joining.
- All disputes subject to sole jurisdiction of Courts at NCT of Delhi.
- Bank reserves the right to cancel/change the recruitment process at any stage without prior notice.
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Q1. How many vacancies are there in PNB Specialist Officer (Engineer) Recruitment 2026 and for which disciplines?
- Punjab National Bank has released 30 Specialist Officer (Engineer) vacancies in JMG Scale I, comprising 21 posts for Civil Engineers, 7 posts for Electrical Engineers and 2 posts for Mechanical Engineers, on direct recruitment basis.
Q2. What are the application dates and exam date for PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026?
- The online registration window is open from 21 April 2026 to 05 May 2026, and the tentative date for the Online Test is 27 May 2026, as mentioned in the detailed advertisement published on 20 April 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for PNB Engineer Specialist Officer posts?
- For all three posts (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical), candidates must have a B.E./B.Tech degree in the relevant discipline with at least 60% marks from a recognised University/Institute (or equivalent recognised by Government of India), with discipline‑wise branches clearly defined in the notification.
Q5. What is the age limit and relaxation for PNB Specialist Officer (Engineer) Recruitment 2026?
- The age limit is 20 to 30 years as on 01 January 2026 for all three posts (UR/EWS max 30 years). Age relaxation applies as per Government of India rules: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non‑Creamy Layer), 10 years for PwBD, 5 years for Ex‑Servicemen/ECOs/SSCOs, and 5 years for persons affected by 1984 riots.
Q6. What is the application fee for PNB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 and how to pay it?
- Application fee/intimation charges are ₹1,000 + 18% GST (₹1,180) for General/EWS/OBC candidates, while SC/ST/PwBD candidates pay only ₹50 + 18% GST (₹59) as postage charges. The fee is non‑refundable and payable online only via debit/credit cards, net banking, IMPS, cash cards, mobile wallets or UPI.
Q7. What is the salary structure and bond condition for PNB Specialist Officer (Engineer) in JMG Scale I?
- Selected candidates will be appointed as JMG Scale I officers, drawing basic pay with DA, CCA, HRA/leased accommodation, LFC, medical insurance, retirement benefits and other perquisites as per PNB’s officer pay scales for Scale I. They must execute a Service Indemnity Bond to serve the Bank for 3 years or pay ₹3,00,000 if they leave before completing 3 years of active service.
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