Apply Now – Recruitment 2026 – Nainital Bank Limited: 185 Clerk, PO & SO vacancies


About the Post

The Nainital Bank Limited has released an official notification for the recruitment of 185 vacancies for the posts of Customer Service Associate (Clerk), Probationary Officers (PO), and various Specialist Officers (SO) in Grade/Scale-I and Grade/Scale-II.

This is a significant opportunity for graduates and postgraduates to join a century-old Private Sector Scheduled Commercial Bank. The selection process involves an online written examination followed by an interview. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website.


Recruitment Overview

ParameterDetails
Recruitment BodyThe Nainital Bank Limited
Advertisement No.Official Notification 2025
Post NameCustomer Service Associate (Clerk), PO, Specialist Officers
Total Vacancies185 Posts
Application ModeOnline
Job LocationNainital Bank Branches (Uttarakhand, UP, Delhi/NCR, Rajasthan, Haryana)
Selection ProcessOnline Exam + Interview
Exam Date18th January 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date for Online Application01st January 2026

Vacancy Details

Post NameScaleVacanciesAge Limit
Customer Service Associate (CSA)Clerical7121 – 32 Years
Probationary Officer (PO)Scale-I4021 – 32 Years
IT OfficerScale-I1521 – 32 Years
Credit OfficerScale-I1021 – 32 Years
Agricultural Field OfficerScale-I1021 – 32 Years
Other Scale-I OfficersScale-I1321 – 32 Years
Manager (IT)Scale-II1525 – 35 Years
Manager (CA)Scale-II0525 – 40 Years
Manager (Security)Scale-II03Max 45 Years
Other Scale-II ManagersScale-II0325 – 40 Years
Total185

Eligibility Criteria

PostEducational QualificationExperience
CSA (Clerk)Graduation/Post Graduation (Min 50%). Knowledge of Computer & Hindi/English preferred.NIL
Probationary OfficerGraduation/Post Graduation (Min 50%) in any discipline.NIL
IT Officer (Scale-I)B.Tech/B.E. in CS/IT/Electronics OR MCA/M.Sc (IT/CS) with Min 60%.NIL
Credit OfficerGraduate + Full-time MBA/PGDM in Finance (Min 60%).NIL
Agri Field Officer4-Year Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Veterinary Science, etc. (Min 50%).NIL
Manager (IT)B.Tech/B.E./MCA/M.Sc in IT/CS (Min 60%).2 Years in Bank/FI
Manager (CA)Qualified Chartered Accountant (ICAI).2 Years as CA
Manager (Security)Bachelor’s Degree (Min 50%).5 Years as Officer

Salary & Service Bond

Selected candidates will be required to execute an Indemnity Bond for a prescribed period.

PostPay ScaleBond Amount / Period
Customer Service AssociateRs. 24,050 – 64,480/-Rs. 1.50 Lakhs for 02 Years
Officers (Scale-I)Rs. 48,480 – 85,920/-Rs. 3.00 Lakhs for 02 Years
Managers (Scale-II)Rs. 64,820 – 93,960/-Rs. 3.00 Lakhs for 02 Years

Selection Process (Scheme of Examination)

Phase 1: Online Written Examination (200 Marks / 145 Minutes)

  • Reasoning: 40 Questions / 40 Marks (35 Mins)
  • English Language: 40 Questions / 40 Marks (35 Mins)
  • General Awareness (with special reference to Banking): 40 Questions / 40 Marks (20 Mins)
  • Computer Knowledge (for CSA/PO) OR Professional Knowledge (for SO): 40 Questions / 40 Marks (20 Mins)
  • Quantitative Aptitude: 40 Questions / 40 Marks (35 Mins)

Phase 2: Personal Interview

  • Successful candidates from the online test will be called for an interview.

Syllabus: General Awareness (with special reference to Banking)

Candidates preparing for the exam should focus on the following key topics:

  • Banking Awareness: History of Banking, RBI Functions, Monetary Policy, Types of Bank Accounts, Negotiable Instruments (Cheques, DDs), Priority Sector Lending, Basel Norms, KYC/AML Guidelines.
  • Financial Awareness: Capital Markets, Money Markets, Mutual Funds, Insurance Sector, SEBI, IRDAI, Payment Systems (UPI, NEFT, RTGS).
  • Current Affairs: National and International news of the last 6 months, focusing on Banking/Economy.
  • Government Schemes: Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Mudra Yojana, Atal Pension Yojana, and other financial inclusion schemes.
  • Economy & Budget: Union Budget 2025-26, Economic Survey, GDP Growth rates, Inflation trends (CPI/WPI).
  • Static GK: Headquarters of Banks/Organizations, Currencies, Capitals, Important Days.

Application Fee

PostFee Amount (Incl. GST)
Customer Service Associate (CSA)Rs. 1,000/-
Officers (Scale-I & II)Rs. 1,500/-

Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, etc.)


How to Apply?

Candidates must apply online through the official website. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Registration

  • Visit the website www.nainitalbank.bank.in and go to the “Recruitment” section.
  • Click on “Apply Online” and then “Click here for New Registration”.
  • Enter Name, Contact details, and Email-id to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.

Step 2: Fill Application Form

  • Login with the generated credentials.
  • Fill in personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
  • Choice of Center: Select any three centers of preference (e.g., Haldwani, Dehradun, Delhi/NCR, Lucknow, Jaipur, etc.).

Step 3: Upload Documents

  • Photograph: (4.5cm × 3.5cm)
  • Signature: (Black Ink)
  • Left Thumb Impression: (White paper with black/blue ink)
  • Hand Written Declaration: (Write the specific text mentioned in the notification in English on white paper with black ink).

Step 4: Payment

  • Pay the non-refundable application fee using online payment modes.
  • Take a printout of the e-Receipt and the final Application Form.

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Date11th December 2025
Online Application Start Date12th December 2025
Last Date for Online Application01st January 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment02nd January 2026
Tentative Exam Date18th January 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I apply for both PO and Clerk (CSA) posts?

Yes, candidates can apply for the post of Customer Service Associate (CSA) and also for the post of Officers. However, you can apply for only one post within the Officer cadre (Scale-I or Scale-II). Separate applications and fees are required.

Is there negative marking in the exam?

Yes, there will be a penalty of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the online objective test.

What is the Service Bond amount?

For CSA (Clerk), the bond is Rs. 1.50 Lakhs for 2 years. For Officers (Scale I & II), the bond is Rs. 3.00 Lakhs for 2 years.

Is the exam bilingual?

No. According to the notification, all tests will be in English language only.

Can final year students apply?

The eligibility criteria usually require candidates to have passed graduation/post-graduation with the required percentage as of the specified date (30.11.2025).

What is the application fee?

The fee is Rs. 1,000/- for Clerk (CSA) and Rs. 1,500/- for Officer posts.

Where are the exam centers located?

Centers are in Haldwani, Dehradun, Roorkee, Bareilly, Meerut, Moradabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Delhi/NCR, and Ambala.

Is there an interview for Clerk posts?

Yes, the notification states that successful candidates in the Online written test will be called for an interview for CSA/PO/Specialist Cadre.

Is there any age relaxation?

The notification specifies minimum and maximum ages (e.g., 21-32 years for PO/CSA). Specific relaxation details for categories (SC/ST/OBC) should be checked in the detailed notification PDF.

How many options are there for each question?

Each question in the online examination will have 5 options (Answer choices).


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