PNB SO Syllabus 2025 and Exam Pattern Details

PNB SO Syllabus 2025

The Punjab National Bank (PNB) has officially announced 350 vacancies for the Specialist Officer (SO) recruitment for 2025. The online examination is scheduled to take place in April or May 2025. Candidates aiming to excel in this competitive exam must have a thorough understanding of the PNB SO Syllabus 2025 and the exam pattern. A well-structured preparation strategy aligned with the syllabus will significantly boost their chances of success.

Selection Process for PNB SO 2025

The PNB SO 2025 Selection Process consists of two stages:

1. Online Examination & Personal Interview: Candidates must qualify in both rounds.
2. Direct Personal Interview: This applies if the number of applications is low for specific posts.

The final merit list will be prepared based on Professional Knowledge (Part II) marks in the Online Exam and the Interview round.

PNB SO Exam Pattern 2025

Understanding the exam pattern is crucial before starting preparation. The PNB SO Exam 2025 will be conducted online and will consist of four key sections: Reasoning Ability, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Professional Knowledge. Check the PNB SO Exam Pattern 2025 below.

• The exam is divided into two parts.
• A total of 150 questions will be asked for 200 marks.
• The total exam duration is 120 minutes.
• There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.

Part	Section	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration (Minutes)
I	Reasoning Ability	25	25	120
	English Language	25	25
	Quantitative Aptitude	50	50
II	Professional Knowledge	50	100
Total	–	150	200	120 Minutes

Note: The Professional Knowledge section will be evaluated only if a candidate qualifies in Part I. The minimum qualifying marks for each subject will be determined by the bank.

Candidates who clear the online written test will be shortlisted for the interview round, which carries 50 marks. The qualifying marks for the interview are 25 marks (50%) for general candidates and 22.5 marks (45%) for SC/ST candidates.

PNB SO Syllabus 2025 – Section-Wise Breakdown

Aspirants must have a strong grasp of the subject-wise syllabus to ensure efficient preparation. Below is a detailed breakdown of each section:

PNB SO Reasoning Ability Syllabus 2025

• Coded and Direct Directions
• Blood Relations
• Inequalities (Coded & Non-Coded)
• Coding-Decoding
• Input-Output (Word & Number Based)
• Syllogism (Coded & Non-Coded)
• Data Sufficiency (Two or Three Statements)
• Seating Arrangement (Circular, Linear, and Complex Variants)
• Puzzle-Based Questions (Box, Floor, Categorization, Age-Based, etc.)
• Logical Reasoning (Assumptions, Inferences, Cause & Effect, Course of Action, Argument Strength)

PNB SO English Language Syllabus 2025

• Reading Comprehension
• Cloze Test
• Error Detection & Sentence Correction
• Phrase and Word Usage
• Sentence Rearrangement & Paragraph Completion
• Fillers (Single & Double)
• Idioms and Phrases
• Match the Column
• Connectors and Starters
• Spelling Errors

PNB SO Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus 2025

• Number System & Simplification
• Approximation
• Ratio & Proportion
• Percentage and Average
• Time & Work, Time-Speed-Distance
• Profit, Loss & Discount
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar Graphs, Line Graphs, Pie Charts)
• Probability, Permutation & Combination

PNB SO Professional Knowledge Syllabus 2025

This section varies based on the specific post and specialization. Candidates should focus on their domain-related expertise. Some general topics include:

• Banking and Financial Awareness
• Banking Operations & Risk Management
• Marketing in Banking
• Financial Institutions
• Indian Economy & Financial System

Preparation Tips for PNB SO 2025

• Understand the Exam Pattern & Syllabus: Focus on each subject according to weightage.
• Create a Study Plan: Allocate time for each section and prioritize weaker areas.
• Practice Regularly: Attempt mock tests and previous year papers.
• Stay Updated: Follow current affairs related to banking and finance.
• Time Management: Work on speed and accuracy to maximize your score.

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