Nainital Bank announced 185 vacancies on 11 Dec for Customer Service Associate, Probationary Officer and Specialist Officer posts. Applications opened 12 Dec at nainitalbank.bank.in with 1 Jan deadline. Bank of Baroda holds 98.62% stake in this 1922-established institution operating 176 branches across Uttarakhand, UP, Delhi, Haryana and Rajasthan.
Pay scales range Rs 24,050 to Rs 1,09,360 based on grade. CSA earns up to Rs 64,480, Scale-I officers Rs 85,920, Scale-II managers Rs 1,09,360 monthly. Selection through online exam on 18 Jan followed by interview rounds.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Bank Name | Nainital Bank Limited |
| Total Posts | 185 |
| Notification Date | 11 December |
| Apply Start | 12 December |
| Apply End | 1 January |
| Exam Date | 18 January (Tentative) |
| Official Site | nainitalbank.bank.in |
Vacancy Details Post Wise
185 positions distributed across three cadres. CSA cadre has 71 seats. Scale-I includes 40 Generalist PO plus 47 Specialist positions. Scale-II offers 27 Manager roles in specialized domains.
| Post Name | Grade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Customer Service Associate | Clerical | 71 |
| Probationary Officer | Scale-I | 40 |
| IT Officer | Scale-I | 15 |
| Credit Officer | Scale-I | 10 |
| Agriculture Field Officer | Scale-I | 10 |
| HR Officer | Scale-I | 4 |
| Risk Officer | Scale-I | 3 |
| Chartered Accountant | Scale-I | 3 |
| Law Officer | Scale-I | 2 |
| Manager IT | Scale-II | 15 |
| Manager CA | Scale-II | 5 |
| Manager Security | Scale-II | 3 |
| Manager Risk | Scale-II | 2 |
| Manager Law | Scale-II | 2 |
Education Qualification Required
CSA needs graduation with 55% marks. Computer proficiency and Hindi-English language skills mandatory. Degree from UGC-recognized university required.
PO Generalist requires graduation with 50% marks. Computer knowledge and banking preference for 1-2 years experience holders. Post-graduation candidates get preference.
Specialist posts demand specific degrees. IT Officer needs B.Tech/B.E in CS/IT or MCA with 60%. Law Officer requires LLB with 60% and Bar Council enrollment. CA posts need ICAI membership. Credit Officer needs commerce/finance graduation or MBA Finance with 55%.
Scale-II Manager Qualifications
- Manager IT: CS/IT engineering or DOEACC B Level with 60%, security certification preferred
- Manager Risk: MBA Finance or Master’s in Economics/Statistics with 60%, FRM/CFA/PRM preferred
- Manager CA: Qualified CA, JAIIB/CAIIB adds value
- Manager Law: LLB minimum, Master’s degree preferred, 50% marks required
- Manager Security: Graduate with 50%, ex-Army JCO or 5 years Police Inspector experience
Age Limit as on 30 November
CSA and PO Scale-I: 21 to 32 years. Upper limit relaxed to 35 for specific specialist posts. Manager IT and Risk allow 35 years maximum. Manager CA and Law extend to 40 years. Security Officer accepts up to 45 years.
| Post | Min Age | Max Age |
|---|---|---|
| CSA | 21 | 32 |
| PO Scale-I | 21 | 32 |
| Specialist Scale-I | 25 | 35 |
| Manager IT/Risk | 25 | 35 |
| Manager CA/Law | 25 | 40 |
| Security Officer | 21 | 45 |
SC/ST get 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD 10 years, Ex-servicemen 5 years relaxation. Cumulative relaxation applicable per government norms.
Application Fee Payment
CSA posts: Rs 1,000 non-refundable fee. Scale-I and Scale-II officer positions: Rs 1,500. Payment through debit card (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), credit card, internet banking, IMPS or mobile wallets only.
Fee payment window: 12 Dec to 2 Jan. Separate payment needed for each post application. Transaction charges borne by candidates.
Selection Process Two Stage
Stage 1: Online written examination. Computer-based test with 200 marks total. Duration 145 minutes (2 hours 25 minutes). Five sections covering Reasoning, English, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness and Computer Knowledge.
Stage 2: Personal interview. Shortlisted candidates called for interview. Domain knowledge, communication and suitability assessed. Document verification during interview stage.
Online Exam Pattern Details
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 25 min |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 20 min |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 145 min |
Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer. Specialist posts include Professional Knowledge section replacing one section. No carry-over of sectional timing allowed.
Salary Structure Pay Scale
CSA basic pay: Rs 24,050 to Rs 64,480. Increments at Rs 1,340 for first 3 years, Rs 1,650 next 3 years, Rs 2,000 for 4 years, Rs 2,340 for 7 years, Rs 4,400 once, Rs 2,680 final stage.
Scale-I Officers: Rs 48,480 to Rs 85,920. Increment structure Rs 2,000 for 7 years, Rs 2,340 for 2 years, Rs 2,680 for remaining period.
Scale-II Managers: Rs 64,820 to Rs 1,09,360. Starting Rs 64,820 with systematic increments. Maximum basic pay reaches Rs 1,09,360 at top scale.
Additional allowances: DA, HRA, medical reimbursement, travel allowance, performance-linked incentives. Total CTC significantly higher than basic pay across all grades.
How to Apply Online Steps
- Visit nainitalbank.bank.in official website.
- Click Recruitment section, select 2026 notification.
- Choose “Apply Online” for desired post.
- New candidates register with email ID and mobile number. System generates provisional registration number and password.
- Login using credentials. Fill personal, educational, experience details accurately.
- Upload scanned documents: photograph 4.5cm × 3.5cm (max 50KB), signature (max 20KB), left thumb impression (max 20KB), handwritten declaration (max 50KB). All in JPG/JPEG format.
- Preview entered information, make corrections if needed.
- Pay application fee online through available payment modes.
- Submit application after fee confirmation.
Document Upload Specifications
- Photograph: Recent passport size, white background, face covering 70-80% frame
- Signature: Black ink on white paper, full name signature
- Thumb Impression: Left thumb, clear impression on white paper
- Declaration: Handwritten in English as per format in notification
Exam Centers State Wise
10 examination centers across 5 states. Uttarakhand hosts centers at Haldwani and Nainital district locations. UP centers in major cities. Delhi NCR, Haryana and Rajasthan have multiple centers based on candidate concentration.
Center preference selection during application. Final allotment subject to availability. Admit card mentions exact venue address, reporting time, entry guidelines.
Important Dates Timeline
Notification release: 11 December. Official PDF published with complete details on bank website.
Application start: 12 December. Online registration portal activated at 10:00 AM.
Application end: 1 January. Last date to submit form, register before 11:59 PM.
Fee payment deadline: 2 January. Grace period for fee submission without late penalty.
Admit card: Expected 7-10 days before exam. Download from official portal using registration credentials.
Exam date: 18 January (tentative). Online examination conducted at designated centers.
Result declaration: Within 4-6 weeks post-exam. Qualified candidates list published online.
Multiple Post Application Rules
CSA and one officer post allowed. Candidates apply for clerical cadre plus either Scale-I or Scale-II officer position. Cannot apply for both Scale-I and Scale-II simultaneously.
Separate applications mandatory for each post. Pay individual fees per application. Different registration numbers generated for each submission.
Posting Locations Branch Network
176 branches spread across North India. Maximum concentration in Uttarakhand home state. Significant presence in UP, Delhi, Haryana and Rajasthan markets.
Selected candidates posted based on organizational requirement and merit ranking. Transfer policy follows standard banking norms. Probation period 2 years for officer cadre before permanent confirmation.
Bank Profile Background
Established 1922, headquarters Nainital, Uttarakhand. Private sector scheduled commercial bank under RBI regulation. Bank of Baroda holds 98.62% equity stake since acquisition.
Core banking operations in retail banking, MSME lending, agriculture finance, government business. Technology-driven banking with digital platforms. Strong rural and semi-urban market presence alongside urban centers.
Contact Information Support
Official website: nainitalbank.bank.in
Head Office Address: Seven Oaks, Mallital, Nainital, Uttarakhand – 263001
Technical support available during application period. Email and phone support mentioned in detailed notification PDF. Help desk operational during business hours for query resolution.
Check Sarkari Exam for admit card updates, result notifications, cut-off marks and merit lists when released officially.
FAQs Nainital Bank Recruitment 2026
Application deadline is 1 January at 11:59 PM. Fee payment accepted until 2 January.
No. Apply for CSA plus one officer position only. Choose either Scale-I or Scale-II, not both.
Total 145 minutes (2 hours 25 minutes) for 200 questions across 5 sections. Sectional timing fixed, no carry-forward allowed.
Not mandatory. Fresh graduates with 50% marks can apply. Banking experience of 1-2 years given preference during selection.
Expected 7-10 days before 18 January exam date. Download from nainitalbank.bank.in using registration number and password.
Original certificates: degree, mark sheets, age proof, caste certificate (if applicable), experience letters, professional qualification documents, photo ID proof, admit card.
Combined merit of online exam and interview scores. Qualifying marks required in both stages. Document verification and medical fitness precede final appointment.
2 years probation for PO and Specialist Officers. Performance evaluated before permanent confirmation.
