PNB SO Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for Specialist Officer Posts

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PNB SO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 30 Engineer Posts @ pnb.bank.in

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has officially released the recruitment notification for 30 Specialist Officer (SO) Engineer vacancies for 2026-27. The application window is active from 21 April to 5 May 2026.

✅ Eligibility Criteria for PNB SO Engineer

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a B.E. / B.Tech in their respective engineering discipline (Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical) with a minimum of 60% marks. 

2. Work Experience

A minimum of 1 year post-qualification work experience in the relevant engineering field (construction, maintenance, or project execution) is mandatory. 

3. Age Limit (as of 01.01.2026)

✔ Minimum Age: 20 Years

✔ Maximum Age: 30 Years

✔ Note: Age relaxation applies for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PwBD (10 years) candidates. 

✅ PNB SO Exam Pattern 2026

The selection process includes an online written test and a personal interview. 

✔ Part I (Common): Reasoning (25 marks), English (25 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (50 marks).

✔ Part II (Domain): Professional Knowledge (100 marks).

✔ Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

✅ How to Apply Online for PNB SO 2026

1. Visit the PNB Official Careers Page at pnb.bank.in.
2. Click on "Recruitment of 30 Specialist Officers Under HRP 2026-27."
3. Register as a new user and fill in the application form.
4. Upload required documents (photo, signature, and thumb impression).
5. Pay the fee: ₹1,180 (General/OBC) or ₹59 (SC/ST/PwBD).

Notification official website

Apply Now

✅ FAQs General Recruitment Details

Q. How many vacancies are available and for which posts?

There are a total of 30 vacancies for specialist officers in the Engineering discipline (JMG Scale I).

• Civil Engineer: 21 posts
• Electrical Engineer: 7 posts
• Mechanical Engineer: 2 posts

Q. What are the important application dates?

Online Application Starts: 21 April 2026.

Last Date to Apply: 5 May 2026.

Tentative Online Exam Date: 27 May 2026. 

Q. What is the required educational qualification?

Applicants need a B.E./B.Tech in the respective discipline with at least 60% marks.

Q. Is work experience mandatory?

Yes, a minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience in the relevant field is required.

Q. What is the age limit for these posts?

Candidates must be aged 20 to 30 years (as of 01.01.2026), with standard relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD.

Q. Is a CIBIL score required for applying?

A CIBIL score of 681 or higher is required upon joining the bank. 

Q. What is the selection process?

The process includes an online written test and a personal interview.

Q. What is the salary for PNB SO Engineers?

Appointees in JMG Scale I receive a starting basic pay of approximately ₹48,480 per month. Total gross monthly emoluments range from ₹62,000 to ₹69,000.

Q. Is there a service bond?

Yes, a 3-year service bond is mandatory, with a penalty of ₹3,00,000 for early resignation. 

PNB SO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 30 Engineer Posts @ pnb.bank.in

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has officially released the recruitment notification for 30 Specialist Officer (SO) Engineer vacancies for 2026-27. The application window is active from 21 April to 5 May 2026.

✅ Eligibility Criteria for PNB SO Engineer

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a B.E. / B.Tech in their respective engineering discipline (Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical) with a minimum of 60% marks. 

2. Work Experience

A minimum of 1 year post-qualification work experience in the relevant engineering field (construction, maintenance, or project execution) is mandatory. 

3. Age Limit (as of 01.01.2026)

✔ Minimum Age: 20 Years

✔ Maximum Age: 30 Years

✔ Note: Age relaxation applies for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PwBD (10 years) candidates. 

✅ PNB SO Exam Pattern 2026

The selection process includes an online written test and a personal interview. 

✔ Part I (Common): Reasoning (25 marks), English (25 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (50 marks).

✔ Part II (Domain): Professional Knowledge (100 marks).

✔ Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

✅ How to Apply Online for PNB SO 2026

1. Visit the PNB Official Careers Page at pnb.bank.in.
2. Click on "Recruitment of 30 Specialist Officers Under HRP 2026-27."
3. Register as a new user and fill in the application form.
4. Upload required documents (photo, signature, and thumb impression).
5. Pay the fee: ₹1,180 (General/OBC) or ₹59 (SC/ST/PwBD).

Notification official website

Apply Now

✅ FAQs General Recruitment Details

Q. How many vacancies are available and for which posts?

There are a total of 30 vacancies for specialist officers in the Engineering discipline (JMG Scale I).

• Civil Engineer: 21 posts
• Electrical Engineer: 7 posts
• Mechanical Engineer: 2 posts

Q. What are the important application dates?

Online Application Starts: 21 April 2026.

Last Date to Apply: 5 May 2026.

Tentative Online Exam Date: 27 May 2026. 

Q. What is the required educational qualification?

Applicants need a B.E./B.Tech in the respective discipline with at least 60% marks.

Q. Is work experience mandatory?

Yes, a minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience in the relevant field is required.

Q. What is the age limit for these posts?

Candidates must be aged 20 to 30 years (as of 01.01.2026), with standard relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD.

Q. Is a CIBIL score required for applying?

A CIBIL score of 681 or higher is required upon joining the bank. 

Q. What is the selection process?

The process includes an online written test and a personal interview.

Q. What is the salary for PNB SO Engineers?

Appointees in JMG Scale I receive a starting basic pay of approximately ₹48,480 per month. Total gross monthly emoluments range from ₹62,000 to ₹69,000.

Q. Is there a service bond?

Yes, a 3-year service bond is mandatory, with a penalty of ₹3,00,000 for early resignation.