The Nainital Bank Limited (NBL) has officially released the recruitment notification for the engagement of Management Trainees (MTs), Clerks, and Specialist Officers for the financial year 2025-26. This is a significant opportunity for banking aspirants, as the bank has announced a recruitment drive for 175 posts (varies by source up to 185 depending on specific manager inclusions) across various cadres including Customer Service Associates (CSA), Probationary Officers (PO), and Specialist Officers (SO).
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website. The application window is currently open and will close on January 01, 2026. The selection will be based on an online written examination followed by an interview.
Nainital Bank Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Organization Name | The Nainital Bank Limited (NBL) |
| Post Name | Clerk (CSA), Probationary Officer (PO), Specialist Officer (SO) |
| Total Vacancies | 175 Posts |
| Notification Year | 2025-26 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Exam Date | 18th January 2026 (Tentative) |
| Job Location | Pan India (Uttarakhand, UP, Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan) |
| Official Website | www.nainitalbank.co.in |
Important Dates
Candidates must keep track of the following essential dates to ensure they do not miss any deadline.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 11th December 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 12th December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 01st January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 02nd January 2026 |
| Online Examination Date | 18th January 2026 |
Vacancy Details
Nainital Bank has announced 175 vacancies for the 2025 cycle. The recruitment includes 71 posts for Customer Service Associates (Clerks), 40 posts for Probationary Officers (Scale-I), and 64 posts for various Specialist Officers.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Associate (CSA / Clerk) | 71 |
| Probationary Officer (PO) – Generalist & Specialist | 40 |
| Risk Officer | 3 |
| Chartered Accountant (CA) Officer | 3 |
| Information Technology (IT) Officer | 15 |
| Law Officer | 2 |
| Credit Officer | 10 |
| Agricultural Field Officer | 10 |
| HR Officer | 4 |
| Manager – IT (Scale-II) | 15 |
| Manager – Risk (Scale-II) | 2 |
| Manager – Chartered Accountant (Scale-II) | 5 |
| Manager – Law (Scale-II) | 2 |
| Manager – Security Officer (Scale-II) | 3 |
| Total | 175 |
(Note: The SO vacancies include roles such as IT Officer, Credit Officer, Risk Officer, Law Officer, etc.)
Education Qualification
Candidates must meet the following educational criteria as of 30th November 2025:
| Post Name | Minimum Educational Qualification | Experience / Desirable Skills |
| Customer Service Associate (Clerk) | Full Time Graduation or Post Graduation with minimum 50% marks from a recognized University. | Knowledge of Computer Operations is essential. |
| Probationary Officer (PO) – Scale I | Full Time Graduation or Post Graduation with minimum 50% marks from a recognized University. | Preference will be given to candidates having 1-2 years of experience in banking/financial institutions. Computer knowledge is essential. |
| IT Officer (SO) | B.E. / B.Tech. (in Computer Science / IT) OR MCA OR Graduate/Post Graduate with DoEACC ‘B’ Level. | Minimum 1 year of experience in the relevant field is preferred. |
| Manager – IT (Scale II) | B.E. / B.Tech. (in Computer Science / IT) OR MCA OR Graduate/Post Graduate with DoEACC ‘B’ Level. | Minimum 2 years of experience in the relevant field. |
| Credit Officer (Scale II) | Chartered Accountant (CA) / ICWA OR MBA (Finance) from a recognized university. | Experience in Credit Dept of Bank/FI is desirable. |
Salary Structure
Selected candidates will receive a handsome salary package as per the IBA norms tailored for Nainital Bank:
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Approx. Annual CTC |
| Clerk (CSA) | Rs. 24,050 – 64,480 | Rs. 4.50 Lakhs |
| Officer Scale-I (PO/SO) | Rs. 48,480 – 85,920 | Rs. 9.00 Lakhs |
| Manager Scale-II | Rs. 64,820 – 93,960 | Rs. 12.00 Lakhs |
Age Limit
The maximum age for various posts is defined as on 30-11-2025:
| Post Category | Age Range (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| CSA / PO / SO (Scale-I) | 21 – 32 Years |
| Manager (Scale-II) | 25 – 35 Years |
| Manager Chartered Accountant | Up to 40 Years |
| Manager Law | Up to 40 Years |
| Manager Security Officer | Not more than 45 Years |
Age relaxation will be provided in accordance with government and bank norms for reserved categories.
Selection Process
The selection procedure consists of Online Written Examination, Personal Interview, Document Verification & Medical Test
Nainital Bank Exam Pattern 2026
The online written examination for Clerks, POs, and Specialist Officers will consist of 200 questions worth 200 marks. The test will be conducted only in English and will have a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
For Clerk (CSA) and Probationary Officer (PO):
| Section | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| General Awareness (Banking) | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 145 Minutes |
For Specialist Officers (SO):
| Section | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| General Awareness (Banking) | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Professional Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 145 Minutes |
(Note: For SO posts, the “Computer Knowledge” section is replaced by “Professional Knowledge” relevant to the specific field).
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the application fee online. The fee structure is as follows:
- For Clerk (CSA): Rs. 1000/- (including GST).
- For PO & SO (Scale-I & II): Rs. 1500/- (including GST).
- Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, or UPI.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to successfully apply for the recruitment:
Visit the official website of Nainital Bank at nainitalbank.co.in.
Navigate to the “Recruitment” or “Careers” section.
Click on the link for “Recruitment of Clerks, POs, and SOs 2025”.
Register by entering your Name, Contact details, and Email-ID to generate a Registration Number and Password.
Log in and fill out the detailed application form.
Upload scanned copies of your Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, and Hand Written Declaration.
Pay the application fee using the online payment gateway.
Submit the form and take a printout of the final application for future reference.
Important Links
Official Website: Click Here
| Nainital Bank Clerk, PO & SO Recruitment 2025 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Nainital Bank Clerk, PO & SO Apply Online Link | Click Here |
