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PNB SO Eligibility Criteria 2024: The Punjab National Bank recruitment for Specialist Officers has commenced with the notification release on 4th February 2024. Candidates interested in the recruitment should know the criteria they have to qualify the selection process. This article provides all the information on the criteria of eligibility for various posts of SO.
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has announced recruitment for Specialist Officers (SO) with 1025 vacancies under Advt No. PNB SO Recruitment 2024. This opportunity extends across all of India, providing candidates nationwide the chance to apply. Aspiring candidates are encouraged to seize this chance to join PNB in specialized roles, contributing to the bank's mission and serving the financial needs of the nation.
Headings | Details |
Recruitment | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
Posts | Credit Officer, Manager - Forex, Manager - Cyber Security, Senior Manager Cyber Security |
Vacancies | 1025 |
Category | Bank Jobs |
Mode of Application | Online |
PNB SO Apply Online Dates | 7th to 25th February 2024 |
Selection Process | Online Written Test and Interview |
Salary | Post-dependent |
Official website | www.pnbindia.in |
The age limit for various posts under PNB SO is as follows. The cut-off date for these age limits is 1st January 2024.
Post | Minimum Age Limit | Maximum Age Limit |
Credit Officer | 21 | 28 |
Manager-Forex | 25 | 35 |
Manager-Cyber Security | 25 | 35 |
Senior Manager Cyber Security | 27 | 38 |
The educational qualifications for different posts under PNB SO are as follows:
Post | Educational Qualification |
Credit Officer | Chartered Accountant (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India OR Cost Management Accountant-CMA (ICWA) from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India OR Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) from CFA Institute (USA) OR Full-time MBA or Post Graduate Diploma in Management or equivalent with specialization in Finance from any Institute/ College/ University recognized/ approved by Govt. bodies/ AICTE/ UGC with minimum 60% marks or equivalent grade. |
Manager-Forex | Full-time MBA or Post Graduate Diploma in Management or equivalent with specialization in Finance/ International Business from any Institute/ College/ University recognized/ approved by Govt. bodies/ AICTE/ UGC with minimum 60% marks or equivalent grade. |
Manager-Cyber Security | Mandatory: Full-time degree in B.E./ B.Tech in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Electronics and Communications Engineering Or Full-time M.C.A. from any Institute/ College/ University recognized/ approved by Govt. bodies/ AICTE/ UGC with minimum 60% marks or equivalent grade. Desirable: Full-time degree in M.Tech in Computer Science/ Information Technology /Electronics and Communications Engineering from any Institute/ College/ University recognized/ approved by Govt. bodies/ AICTE/ UGC |
Senior Manager Cyber Security | Mandatory: Full-time degree in B.E./ B.Tech in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Electronics and Communications Engineering Or Full-time M.C.A. from any Institute/ College/ University recognized/ approved by Govt. bodies/ AICTE/ UGC with minimum 60% marks or equivalent grade. Desirable: Full-time degree in M.Tech in Computer Science/ Information Technology /Electronics and Communications Engineering from any Institute/ College/ University recognized/ approved by Govt. bodies/ AICTE/ UGC |
PNB required the Specialist Officers to posses certain certifications related to their post. These are as follows:
Post | Educational Qualification |
Credit Officer | Nil |
Manager-Forex | Mandatory: Nil Desirable: Certificate Course in Forex conducted by FEDAI/ IIBF/ NIBM or any other reputed Institute will be preferred. |
Manager-Cyber Security | Mandatory At least one of the following certifications: 1. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) 2. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA SECURITY) 3. Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) 4. Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) 5. Juniper Networks Certified Security Specialist (JNCSS) 6. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 7. Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) 8. GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) 9. Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) 10. Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP) 11. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing and Switching or Security (Certification should be issued by respective Original Equipment Manufacturer(OEM)) |
Senior Manager Cyber Security | Mandatory At least one of the following certifications: 1. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) 2. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA SECURITY) 3. Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) 4. Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) 5. Juniper Networks Certified Security Specialist (JNCSS) 6. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 7. Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) 8. GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) 9. Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) 10. Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP) 11. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing and Switching or Security (Certification should be issued by respective Original Equipment Manufacturer(OEM)) |
The Specialist Officer roles at PNB require prior work experience. The requirement by post is as follows:
Post | Educational Qualification |
Credit Officer | Mandatory: Nil Desirable: Work Experience in Bank(s)/ FI(s) |
Manager-Forex | Mandatory: Minimum 2 years experience as an Officer in the related field Desirable: Forex-related experience in banks |
Manager-Cyber Security | Mandatory Minimum 2 years experience in IT of which at least one year experience in managing IT & Cyber Security in large data centre/ soc/ c-soc handling the following operations: - Security Incidence Event Management (SIEM) / Perimeter Security including security devices such as Firewalls / NIPS / Anti DDoS / WAF / Application Delivery Controller (ADC) / IS Audit experience especially on application testing/penetration testing using automated tools. |
Senior Manager Cyber Security | Mandatory Minimum 4 years experience in IT of which at least 2 years experience in managing IT & Cyber Security in large datacentre / soc / c-soc handling the following operations: - Security Incidence Event Management (SIEM) / Perimeter Security including security devices such as Firewalls / NIPS / Anti DDoS / WAF / Application Delivery Controller (ADC) / Network Detection and Response / Threat Hunting / IS Audit experience especially on application testing/penetration testing using automated tools. |
In above cases where MBA or PGDM or equivalent is mentioned as criteria for educational qualification, following guidelines will be applicable:
Q1. What is the age limit for PNB SO Credit Officer?
A1. PNB SO Credit Officer ahs an age limit of 21 to 28 years of age.
Q2. For PNB SO Manager - Forex, what is the age limit?
A2. PNB SO Manager-Forex has an age limit of 25-35.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for PNB SO Credit Officer?
A3. Credit Officers SO at PNB should be:
Chartered Accountants (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
OR Cost Management Accountant-CMA (ICWA) from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India OR Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) from CFA Institute (USA) OR
Full-time MBA or Post Graduate Diploma in Management or equivalent with specialization in Finance from any Institute/ College/ University recognized/ approved by Govt. bodies/ AICTE/ UGC with minimum 60% marks or equivalent grade.
The exam date will be announced soon.
Fees or Unreserved Category is INR 850. SC/ST/PWD category fees is INR 50.
The last date to apply online for PNB Credit Officer 2024 is 25th February 2024.
There are total 170 questions in the exam. Part 1 has 120 questions and part 2 has 50 questions.
The exam will be conducted for 120 minutes.
There will be two stages for PNB credit officer exam - Online exam & interview.
There are 1025 vacancies for PNB SO Credit Officer 2024.
Yes, candidates need to have minimum 1 year post qualification experience for PNB credit officer.
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