Punjab National Bank
PNB Defence Banking Advisor 2026 Recruitment — Job Details
Qualification or eligibility note: Selection Grade Colonel in Indian Army or Equivalent in Indian Air Force. Compare experience, age and category requirements with the official notice before proceeding.
- Vacancies
- 7
- Qualification
- Selection Grade Colonel in Indian Army or Equivalent in Indian Air Force
- Age Limit
- less than 58 years of age (as on 01/01/2026)
- Salary
- Rs. 18.60 Lakhs per annum including conveyance expenses, leased accommodation facility and telephone bill
- Application Mode
- online
- Last Date
- 31 May 2026
- Reference No.
- EN8/85
Current Status
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Published
Application Start
05 Dec 2026
Last Date
31 May 2026
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📋 Quick Overview
| Organisation | Punjab National Bank |
| Post | Defence Banking Advisor (DBA) |
| Qualification | Selection Grade Colonel or Equivalent |
| Age Limit | Under 58 years (as on 01/01/2026) |
| Salary | ₹18.60 LPA (including benefits) |
| Last Date | 31/05/2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
Introduction
Punjab National Bank has announced 7 contractual vacancies for Defence Banking Advisor positions. This opportunity is exclusively for retired or retiring officers from the Indian Army and Indian Air Force. The role offers a competitive compensation package and serves as an excellent post-retirement career option for qualified defence personnel.
Vacancy & Post Details
PNB is recruiting for 7 positions of Defence Banking Advisor on a contractual basis. The positions are open to eligible officers from the Indian Army and Indian Air Force who meet the specified rank and age criteria.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have held the rank of Selection Grade Colonel in the Indian Army or equivalent rank in the Indian Air Force.
Age Limit: Applicants must be under 58 years of age as on 1st January 2026. The maximum age is strictly enforced as per the cut-off date.
Experience: Only retired or retiring officers from the Indian Army and Indian Air Force are eligible to apply. Civilian candidates or those from other services are not eligible.
Salary & Benefits
The selected candidates will receive a comprehensive annual compensation of ₹18.60 lakhs which includes:
- Fixed monthly remuneration
- Conveyance expenses
- Leased accommodation facility
- Telephone bill reimbursement
The package is designed to provide financial security and comfortable living conditions for the contractual period.
- Application screening based on eligibility criteria
- Interview process for shortlisted candidates
- Document verification
- Final selection based on overall assessment
The bank may consider the candidate's service record and experience during the selection process.
Application process reference — Step by Step
- Visit the official PNB recruitment portal: https://pnb.bank.in/Recruitments.aspx
- Find the Defence Banking Advisor notification and read it carefully
- Click on the apply (application window now closed) link for DBA positions
- Fill in all required personal and professional details accurately
- Upload necessary documents (service proof, age proof, etc.)
- Submit the application before the deadline
- Take a printout of the application for future reference
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 12/05/2026 |
| Last Date for Application | 31/05/2026 |
Punjab National Bank: archive questions
Q: What is the salary for PNB Defence Banking Advisor?
A: The total compensation package is ₹18.60 lakhs per annum which includes conveyance expenses, leased accommodation, and telephone bill reimbursement.
Q: Who can application window closed for PNB DBA position?
A: Only retired or retiring officers from Indian Army (Selection Grade Colonel) or equivalent rank in Indian Air Force under 58 years of age can apply.
Q: What is the last date to application window closed for PNB Defence Banking Advisor?
A: The last date to submit online applications is 31st May 2026 through the official PNB recruitment portal.
Q: How many vacancies are available for Defence Banking Advisor?
A: There are 7 contractual vacancies for Defence Banking Advisor positions in Punjab National Bank.
Q: Is there any application fee for PNB DBA recruitment?
A: The notification does not mention any application fee for the Defence Banking Advisor position.
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Archived for reference
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