Punjab and Sind Bank, one of India's prominent public sector banks, has announced the recruitment for 158 Apprentices posts. This recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a career in banking. The online application process commenced on March 24, 2025, and will close on March 30, 2025. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official website of Punjab and Sind Bank.
This article covers essential details regarding the recruitment process, including eligibility criteria, application procedure, vacancies, and other important information. To make it easier for candidates, we will answer some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the Punjab and Sind Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2025.
Punjab and Sind Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2025 Details :
- Post Date : 25 March 2025
- Organization Name: Punjab and Sind Bank
- Total Vacancies : 158
- Application Mode : Online
Available Position :
Eligibility Criteria :
- Regular Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University/ Institute or any equivalent qualifications recognized as such by the Central Government. The apprentice should beproficient in local language (Reading, Writing, Speaking & Understating) of State / UT. The apprentice should produce 8th/10th/12th or Graduate Level standard mark sheet / certificateevidencing having studied one of the languages as local language.
2. Age Limit :
- Minimum 20 years - Maximum 28 years as on date of cut-off
- Relaxation in upper age limit will be applicable as per Government of India guidelines for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
Application Process for Punjab and Sind Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2025
- Go to www.punjabandsindbank.co.in to begin the application process.
- Find the application link for Apprentices Recruitment 2025 and click on it.
- Enter all the required details, including personal, educational, and contact information.
- Candidates will be required to upload scanned copies of necessary documents, such as their photograph, signature, and educational qualification certificates.
- SC/ST/PWD Candidates: Rs. 100 + applicable taxes and gateway charges
- General/EWS/OBC Candidates: Rs. 200 + applicable taxes and gateway charges
- After completing all the steps, review the application form and submit it.
- Once the application is submitted successfully, download and print the confirmation page for future reference
Selection Process for Punjab and Sind Bank Apprentices
The selection of candidates for the Apprenticeship role will be based on the following stages:
Online Test:
- The first stage of the selection process will be an online written examination. The test will assess candidates’ knowledge and aptitude in various areas such as general awareness, reasoning, quantitative aptitude, and English language.
Document Verification:
- After the online test, candidates who qualify will be called for document verification. They must present their original documents, including educational certificates, identity proof, and caste certificates (if applicable).
Final Selection:
- The final selection will be based on the candidates' performance in the online test and document verification. A merit list will be prepared, and selected candidates will be appointed as Apprentices in Punjab and Sind Bank.
General Instructions & Conditions :
(i) The Bank reserves the right to reject the candidature of any candidate at any stage of the
recruitment process, if he / she is found to be ineligible and / or furnished incorrect or false
information / certificates / documents or has suppressed any material facts and the fees paid by
the ineligible candidates shall be forfeited.
(ii) Bank reserves its right to change / add / cancel the selection process & re-schedule at its
discretion, under unforeseen circumstances, if any. Change, if any, will be announced on our
Bank’s website or by email. Bank reserves the right to cancel the entire process without giving
any reason/notice/intimation /refund of application fee and Intimation charges and such decision
of the Bank will not be notified or intimated to the candidates individually.
(iii) Before applying for the post, the candidate should ensure that he /she fulfils the eligibility
criteria and other norms specified in this advertisement. It is for the candidate to ensure that he /
she has met with the eligibility criteria and complied with the requirements and adhered to the
instructions contained in this advertisement as well as the application form. Candidates are
therefore urged to carefully read the advertisement and complete the application form and
submit the same as per instructions given in this regard. Their candidature at all the stages of
recruitment process will be purely provisional subject to satisfying prescribed eligibility criteria
mentioned in this advertisement.
(iv) Decision of Bank in all matters regarding eligibility of the candidate, the documents to be
produced for verification and any other matter relating to recruitment will be final and binding on
the candidate. The Bank in this regard shall entertain no correspondence or personal enquiries.
(v) In case it is detected at any stage of recruitment that a candidate does not fulfill the eligibility
norms and/or that he/she has furnished any incorrect/false information or has suppressed any
material fact(s), his/her candidature will stand cancelled. If any of these shortcomings is/are
detected even after training has commenced, his/her apprenticeship is liable to be terminated.
(vi) Candidates will have to produce original of all Educational Qualification Certificates and
Mark Sheets, Experience Certificate(s) etc, at the time of document verification, failing which
his/her candidature may be cancelled. Candidates will not be allowed to participate in further
process without production of the original documents.
(vii) Date of birth as per Secondary School Certificate (SSC)/School leaving certificate must
confirm age eligibility
(viii) An application form which is not accompanied by relevant uploaded documents or not
bearing the candidate's photograph displayed at the specified place or incomplete in any
respect, will not be entertained.
(ix) One recent, recognizable colored Passport size photograph should be uploaded on the
application at the appropriate place and should be signed across by the candidate on printing.
Requisite copies of the same photograph should be brought by the candidate for use at the time of document verification.
(x) No request for change of address/ email id/ phone number will be entertained.
(xi) Selected Candidates to appear for document verification at their own expense.
(xii) Any resultant dispute arising out of this advertisement shall be subject to the sole
jurisdiction of the Courts situated at Delhi.
(xiii) The Bank takes no responsibility for any certificate/remittance sent separately.
(xiv) In case any dispute arises on account of interpretation in version other than English, the
English version will prevail.
(xv) Only those candidates who are short-listed for the further process will be intimated through
e-mail only. The list of candidates who will be finally shortlisted for apprenticeship in the Bank
will also be intimated at the email id furnished by them in the Application Form and the said list
will be hosted on the Bank’s Website, https://punjabandsindbank.co.in/.
(xvi) Training of shortlisted candidates will be subject to his/her being declared medically fit as
per the requirement of the Bank.
(xvii) CANVASSING IN ANY FORM WILL BE A DISQUALIFICATION
(xviii) Action against Candidates Found Guilty of Misconduct: Candidates are advised in
their own interest that they should not furnish any particulars that are false, tampered, fabricated
and should not suppress any material information while submitting application. If a candidate is
(or has been) found guilty of –
a. using unfair means during the selection procedure or
b. impersonating or procuring impersonation by any person or resorting to any irregular
or improper means in connection with his/ her candidature for selection or
c. obtaining support for his/ her candidature by unfair means, such a candidate may, in addition
to rendering himself/ herself liable to criminal prosecution, be liable:
• To be disqualified from the process for which he/ she is a candidate.
• To be debarred either permanently or for a specified period from any examination or recruitment or
internship or apprenticeship conducted by Punjab and Sind Bank.
• For termination of apprenticeship, if he/ she has already joined the Bank.
Important Dates to Remember:
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Start Date: March 24, 2025
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End Date: March 30, 2025
Important Links
- Apply Online -- click here
- Notification -- click here
- Official Website --- click here
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. What is the age limit for applying to the Punjab and Sind Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2025?
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The minimum age is 20 years, and the maximum age is 28 years. Age relaxation is provided as per government norms for candidates from reserved categories.
2. Can I apply for Punjab and Sind Bank Apprentices if I am in the final year of my graduation?
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No, candidates must have completed their graduation from a recognized university by the time of applying for the position. Final-year students are not eligible to apply.
3. How do I apply for the Punjab and Sind Bank Apprentices position?
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You can apply online by visiting the official website of Punjab and Sind Bank at www.punjabandsindbank.co.in, filling out the application form, uploading required documents, and paying the application fee.
4. What is the exam pattern for the online test?
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The online test will consist of questions from General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language. The exact exam pattern and syllabus can be found in the official notification.
5. What is the application fee for Punjab and Sind Bank Apprentices Recruitment 2025?
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The application fee is Rs. 100 for SC/ST/PWD candidates and Rs. 200 for General/EWS/OBC candidates. These fees are plus applicable taxes and payment gateway charges.
6. Can I apply for this recruitment from any state?
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Yes, candidates can apply from any state. However, the vacancies are distributed across various states, and you should apply for the post based on your preferred location.
7. When will the exam be conducted?
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The exact date for the online examination has not been mentioned yet. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates.
8. How can I check the status of my application?
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After submitting the online application, you will receive a confirmation email and SMS. You can also check the status on the official website under the "Application Status" section.
9. What is the next step after the online test?
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The next step after the online test is the document verification process, followed by the final selection.
