| Minimum Age (CSA) | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age (CSA & Scale-I Posts) | 32 Years |
| Maximum Age (Manager IT & Risk) | 35 Years |
| Maximum Age (Manager CA & Law) | 40 Years |
| Maximum Age (Security Officer) | 45 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government Rules |
RESULT BHARAT 24
Nainital Bank CSA Recruitment 2026 {185 Posts} Apply Online
Published on: 11th December 2025
Nainital Bank Limited has released the Nainital Bank CSA, PO & SO Recruitment 2026 notification for 185 posts for Customer Service Associate (CSA/Clerk), Probationary Officer (Generalist & Specialist) in Grade/Scale-I, and Specialist Officers in Grade/Scale-II. The online registration started from 12th December 2025 and will continue till 1st January 2026. Eligible Graduate/Post Graduate candidates can apply online through the official website nainitalbank.bank.in. The online exam is tentatively scheduled for 18th January 2026. Check complete details about eligibility, fee, age limit, selection process, and exam pattern below.
Nainital Bank Limited
Nainital Bank CSA, PO & SO Recruitment 2026
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IMPORTANT DATES
- Notification Date: 11 December 2025
- Application Start Date: 12 December 2025
- Apply Online Last Date: 01 January 2026
- Fee Payment Date: 02 January 2026
- Correction Date: As Per Schedule
- Admit Card: Notify Later
- Exam Date: 18 January 2026 (Tentative)
- Result Date: Notify Later
APPLICATION FEE
- For CSA Posts: ₹1000/- (Including GST)
- For Scale-I & Scale-II: ₹1500/- (Including GST)
- Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, IMPS, Mobile Wallets
AGE LIMIT AS ON 30.11.2025
TOTAL POST
| Total Vacancies | 185 Posts | Nainital Bank Recruitment 2026 |
| Customer Service Associate (CSA) | 71 Posts | |
| Probationary Officer Scale-I | 40 Posts (Generalist) | |
| Specialist Officer Scale-I | 47 Posts (Various Specializations) | |
| Specialist Officer Scale-II | 27 Posts (Manager Level) | |
POST-WISE VACANCY DETAILS
| Post Name | Scale/Grade | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Customer Service Associate (CSA/Clerk) | - | 71 |
| Probationary Officer (Generalist) | Grade/Scale-I | 40 |
| IT Officer | Grade/Scale-I | 10 |
| Agricultural Officer | Grade/Scale-I | 05 |
| Law Officer | Grade/Scale-I | 05 |
| Chartered Accountant (CA) | Grade/Scale-I | 05 |
| Credit Officer | Grade/Scale-I | 12 |
| Rajbhasha Officer | Grade/Scale-I | 05 |
| Marketing Officer | Grade/Scale-I | 05 |
| Manager IT | Grade/Scale-II | 10 |
| Manager (Chartered Accountant) | Grade/Scale-II | 05 |
| Manager (Law) | Grade/Scale-II | 05 |
| Manager (Risk) | Grade/Scale-II | 05 |
| Security Officer | Grade/Scale-II | 02 |
| Total | 185 | |
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
| For CSA (Clerk) Post | Graduation or Post Graduation with minimum 50% marks from any recognized University/Board/Institution |
| For PO (Generalist) Scale-I | Graduation or Post Graduation with minimum 50% marks from any recognized University |
| For IT Officer | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in Computer Science/IT/Electronics with 60% marks OR Post Graduate Degree in Computer Application (MCA) with 60% marks |
| For Agricultural Officer | Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Animal Husbandry/Veterinary Science/Dairy Science/Fishery Science/Pisciculture/Agricultural Engineering/Forestry from a recognized University with minimum 50% marks |
| For Law Officer | Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) with minimum 60% marks and enrolled with Bar Council |
| For Chartered Accountant | Qualified Chartered Accountant from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) |
| For Manager Posts | Post specific qualifications with relevant work experience |
SALARY DETAILS
| Post | Pay Scale/Basic Pay |
|---|---|
| Customer Service Associate (CSA) | ₹24,050 - ₹64,480 Per Month |
| Probationary Officer & Specialist Officer (Scale-I) | ₹48,480 - ₹85,920 Per Month |
| Manager & Specialist Officer (Scale-II) | ₹64,820 - ₹93,960 Per Month |
| Other Benefits | Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, Medical Benefits, Pension Benefits, and other allowances as applicable |
Note: Selected candidates will have to execute an Indemnity Bond: Rs. 1.5 Lakhs for 2 years for CSA and Rs. 3.00 Lakhs for 2 years for Grade/Scale I & II.
EXAM PATTERN
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 |
| English Language | 40 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness (with special reference to Banking) | 40 | 40 |
| Computer Knowledge / Professional Knowledge (for SO) | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Time Duration: 145 Minutes (2 Hours 25 Minutes)
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
Question Type: Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Exam Mode: Online (Computer Based Test)
Language: English Only
SELECTION PROCESS
The Selection Process for Nainital Bank CSA, PO & SO Recruitment 2026 will be completed in the following stages:
- Stage 1: Online Written Examination (200 Marks)
- Stage 2: Personal Interview (Only for Scale-I & Scale-II posts)
- Stage 3: Document Verification
- Stage 4: Medical Examination
- Final Selection: Based on combined performance in Written Exam and Interview (where applicable)
Note: CSA posts will be selected based on Online Examination performance only. Candidates must qualify both overall and sectional cutoff marks.
EXAM CENTRES
Online Examination for all posts will be conducted at centers at following locations:
| Uttarakhand | Haldwani Distt. Nainital, Dehradun, Roorkee |
| Uttar Pradesh | Bareilly, Meerut, Moradabad, Lucknow |
| Rajasthan | Jaipur |
| Delhi/NCR | Delhi and National Capital Region |
| Haryana | Ambala |
Note: Candidates will have to choose any three centers of their preference. No request for change of centre/venue/date/session will be entertained. The Bank reserves the right to cancel any center and/or add some other centers at its discretion.
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Link Name | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://www.nainitalbank.bank.in/ |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Available Soon |
| Official Website | https://www.nainitalbank.bank.in/ |
| RESULT BHARAT 24 Homepage | www.resultbharat24.com |
RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR PREPARATION
| Quantitative Aptitude | R.S. Aggarwal (S.Chand Publications) |
| Reasoning Ability | R.S. Aggarwal (S.Chand Publications), B.S. Sijwali & Indu Sijwali (Arihant Publications) |
| English Language | Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi (Arihant Publications), Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis |
| General Knowledge | Lucent's General Knowledge by R.P. Suman, Sanjeev Kumar, Vinay Karna, Renu Sinha, Manvendra Mukul |
| Banking Awareness | Banking Awareness by Disha Publications, Current Affairs Monthly Magazines |
| Computer Knowledge | Computer Knowledge for Bank Exams (Arihant Publications) |
| Previous Year Papers | Nainital Bank Previous Year Solved Papers (Available online and in bookstores) |
| Mock Test Series | Testbook, Adda247, Oliveboard, EaseToLearn Online Test Series |
PREPARATION TIPS & STRATEGY
How to Prepare for Nainital Bank Exam 2026?
- Understand the Syllabus: Download official syllabus PDF and analyze each topic thoroughly. Understand exam pattern, marking scheme and negative marking rules.
- Create Study Timetable: Divide preparation time based on syllabus weightage. Allocate more time to high-weightage and difficult topics. Include daily, weekly and monthly targets.
- Refer Best Study Materials: Use standard reference books for each subject. Combine NCERT books for basics with competitive exam-specific books for advanced preparation.
- Practice Previous Year Papers: Solve at least 5-10 previous year question papers to understand question patterns and difficulty level.
- Take Regular Mock Tests: Attempt full-length mock tests weekly to improve speed, accuracy and time management. Analyze mistakes after each test.
- Focus on Current Affairs: Read newspapers daily (The Hindu, Indian Express). Follow banking and financial news regularly. Make notes of important events, government schemes and banking updates.
- Improve Speed & Accuracy: Practice quantitative aptitude and reasoning questions daily to improve calculation speed. Learn shortcut tricks and formulas.
- Revision is Key: Revise all topics at least 2-3 times before exam. Create short notes for quick revision. Focus more on weak areas during revision.
- Stay Healthy: Take regular breaks, exercise daily, sleep 7-8 hours, eat nutritious food and practice meditation to stay focused and stress-free.
ABOUT NAINITAL BANK
Nainital Bank Limited is a century-old private sector scheduled commercial bank established in 1922 in Nainital, Uttarakhand. The bank has a strong presence in North India with operations across Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana and Rajasthan. Bank of Baroda holds approximately 98.6% shareholding in Nainital Bank. The bank offers personal banking, business banking, rural banking, agricultural banking services along with digital banking facilities through online/mobile banking, debit cards and UPI services. With 176 branches across five states, Nainital Bank functions under RBI regulations and serves as Uttarakhand's primary scheduled commercial bank.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
| What is the last date to apply for Nainital Bank Recruitment 2026? | The last date to apply online is 1st January 2026. |
| What is the application fee for Nainital Bank CSA posts? | ₹1000/- (including GST) for CSA posts and ₹1500/- (including GST) for Scale-I & Scale-II posts. |
| Is there negative marking in Nainital Bank Exam? | Yes, there is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. |
| What is the exam duration? | The exam duration is 145 minutes (2 hours 25 minutes) for 200 questions. |
| Can I apply for both CSA and PO posts? | Yes, candidates can apply for both CSA and Officer posts separately by paying respective application fees. |
| What is the age limit for CSA posts? | Minimum 21 years and maximum 32 years as on 30.11.2025. |
| Is interview required for CSA posts? | No, CSA posts will be selected based on Online Examination performance only. Interview is only for Scale-I and Scale-II posts. |
| What is the salary for CSA posts? | The pay scale for CSA is ₹24,050 - ₹64,480 per month plus DA, HRA and other allowances. |