SarkariResultHome.comNainital Bank Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern
Written by Rohan on 27 Oct 2026 · Organisation: Nainital Bank · State: All India
Students preparing for Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk can now see the syllabus from Nainital Bank on its official portal. The sections below turn it into a plan.
The stages are Written Examination, Interview. The direct links are in the Important Links table below.
You can also see more Nainital Bank updates on the Nainital Bank Recruitment page, all syllabus and the home page.
Nainital Bank Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk Syllabus 2026: Exam Date & Pattern
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Nainital Bank Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk Selection Process & Exam Details
The stages, in the order they usually take place:
- Written Examination
- Interview
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: What This Page Covers
Here you get the exam overview of Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk, followed by the exam pattern, the syllabus and the topic lists, all in one place.
- First comes the exam overview: who conducts the exam, its level, mode, language and marking.
- Next are the pattern and subject-wise syllabus tables, with the marks, subject names and figures exactly as the source gives them.
- At the end you will find a preparation plan and the questions students ask most.
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: Exam Overview
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk is conducted by Nainital Bank Limited.
At a glance, the paper has questions: 200; marks: 200; time: 145 Minutes.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | Nainital Bank Limited |
| Post / course | Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk |
| Number of questions | 200 |
| Marks | 200 |
| Time allowed | 145 Minutes |
| Subjects included in the syllabus for PO/Clerk | 1. Reasoning 2. English Language 3. Quantitative Aptitude 4. General Awareness 5. Computer Knowledge |
| Subjects included in the syllabus for SO | 1. Reasoning 2. English Language 3. Quantitative Aptitude 4. General Awareness 5. Professional Knowledge |
| Negative Marks | 0.25 |
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: Selection Process 2026
The list below is for Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk.
- Online Exam
- Interview
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: Nainital Bank Exam Pattern for PO/Clerk
Check the nainital bank exam pattern for po/clerk for Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk in the table below.
In short: time: 145 minutes; negative marking: 0.25 marks.
| Sr. No. | Name of the Test | No. of Questions | Maxi. Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| 2 | English Language | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| 3 | General Awareness (with special reference to Banking) | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| 4 | Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| 5 | Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 145 Minutes |
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: Nainital Bank Exam Pattern for SO
The table below gives the nainital bank exam pattern for so of Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk, as it is given in the source.
In short: time: 145 minutes; negative marking: 0.25 marks.
| Sr. No. | Name of the Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| 2 | English Language | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| 3 | General Awareness (with special reference to Banking) | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| 4 | Professional Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| 5 | Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 145 Minutes |
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: Syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude
Keep these points in mind for Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk.
- Number Series
- Simplification & Approximation
- Quadratic Equations
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Line Graph, Pie Chart)
- Mensuration
- Profit & Loss
- Time, Work & Wages
- Time & Distance
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Ratio & Proportion
- Probability
- Averages
- Partnership
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: Syllabus for English Language
The list below is for Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk.
- Reading Comprehension
- Error Spotting
- Para Jumbles
- Cloze Test
- Phrase Replacement
- Fill in the Blanks
- Idioms & Phrases
- Sentence Improvement
- Active-Passive Voice
- Vocabulary Building
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: Syllabus for General Awareness
The list below is for Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk.
- Banking Awareness
- Financial Awareness
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Static GK
- Economy & Budget
- RBI Functions
- Insurance & Banking Terms
- Government Schemes
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: Syllabus for Computer Knowledge
The list below is for Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk.
- Basics of Computers
- Operating Systems
- MS Office
- Networking
- Internet, Email
- DBMS Basics
- Cyber Security
- Computer Hardware & Software
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: Exam Overview
Check the exam overview for Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk in the table below.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post / course | Key Topics |
| IT Officer | Programming Concepts, DBMS, Networking Fundamentals, Operating Systems, Software Engineering |
| Credit Officer | Financial Statements, Ratio Analysis, Working Capital, Risk Management, Banking Laws |
| HR Officer | Organisational Behaviour, HR Functions, Industrial Relations, Training & Development |
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: Nainital Bank Syllabus for Professional Knowledge (SO Only)
The table below gives the nainital bank syllabus for professional knowledge (so only) of Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk, as it is given in the source.
| Related Posts: | |
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| Nainital Bank Salary 2026 | Nainital Bank Clerk Previous Year Paper |
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: How to Use the Pattern and Syllabus
- Read the exam overview above first, so you know who conducts the exam, its mode, language and marking before you study.
- This page has more than one pattern table, one for each paper or post group. Read the table that matches your own post or paper first.
- Copy the subject-wise topics into a notebook or sheet and tick each topic as read, revised and tested.
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk: Step-by-Step Preparation Plan
- Read the exam overview and the pattern table carefully and note the points that matter for your paper.
- Turn the subject-wise syllabus into a checklist of topics.
- Solve previous papers every week and keep a small notebook of the mistakes you made.
- Take mock tests in the real time limit of 145 Minutes, so the clock does not surprise you on exam day.
- Open the official notice once a month, because the board can change the syllabus or the pattern.
Earlier Nainital Bank Notifications
Earlier Nainital Bank notifications we have tracked, for comparison. Tap a title to open it, or see all Nainital Bank updates.
| Update | Type | Posts | Key date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nainital Bank Specialist Officer Sarkari Result 2026 Out – Check Here | Result | 41 | 07 Sep 2026 |
Nainital Bank Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk Syllabus: Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| All Nainital Bank updates | Open Nainital Bank Recruitment |
| Nainital Bank latest jobs | View jobs |
| Nainital Bank admit cards | View admit cards |
| Nainital Bank results | View results |
Nainital Bank Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk Syllabus: Frequently Asked Questions
Who conducts Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk?
Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk is conducted by Nainital Bank Limited.
How much time is given in Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk?
The time allowed is 145 Minutes.
How many questions are there in Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk?
Number of questions: 200.
What are the total marks of Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk?
Marks: 200.
Where can I download the official Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk syllabus or notice?
Use the official link in the Important Links table of this page or open the website of Nainital Bank. The official document is the final word if anything changes.
Can the Probationary Officer(PO), Specialist Officer(SO, and Clerk syllabus or pattern change?
Yes. The conducting body may revise the syllabus or the pattern in a new notice, so check the official notice before you start and again before the exam.
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