The Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released the SO Result 2025 for Specialist Officers recruited under IBPS CRP SPL-XIV. Candidates who appeared in the online examination held on May 5, 2025, can now download the result PDF from the official PNB website. The result includes roll numbers of shortlisted candidates qualified for the interview round.
Overview of PNB SO Recruitment 2025 #
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | March 1, 2025 |
| Online Application Begins | March 3, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | March 24, 2025 |
| Online Written Test Date | May 5, 2025 |
| Result Declaration | June 2025 (Expected) |
| Interview Dates | To be announced |
| Final Joining | August–September 2025 |
How to Download PNB SO Result 2025 #
To check your Specialist Officer result, follow these step-by-step instructions:
- Visit the official Punjab National Bank website.
- Navigate to the “Recruitments/Careers” section under the homepage.
- Click on “Current Openings” and locate the Specialist Officer recruitment (CRP SPL-XIV).
- Find the link titled “Punjab National Bank SO Result 2025 PDF”.
- Open the PDF file.
- Use Ctrl+F and enter your Roll Number to search.
- If your number is listed, you’ve been shortlisted for the Interview round.
- Download and save the result PDF for future reference.
Information Included in Result PDF #
The result PDF provides the following details:
- Roll numbers of selected candidates
- Post name and recruitment reference (CRP SPL-XIV)
- Notification about the next process (Interview schedule, dates to be announced)
PNB SO 2025 Cut-Off (Expected) #
While the official cut-off has not been released yet, based on previous years’ trends and exam difficulty, the expected cut-offs (category-wise) may fall around:
| Category | Expected Cut-Off (Out of 200) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 105–115 |
| OBC | 100–110 |
| SC | 90–100 |
| ST | 85–95 |
| EWS | 100–110 |
Note: Actual cut-offs will be published with the scorecards.
Exam Pattern Recap #
The online examination for PNB Specialist Officer posts was structured as follows:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 mins |
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 35 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 40 mins |
| Professional Knowledge | 50 | 75 | 50 mins |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 165 mins |
Only candidates securing minimum qualifying marks in Professional Knowledge are shortlisted for interviews.
Next Step: Interview Round #
Candidates who have qualified in the online test will receive a call letter for the Interview round, the date of which will be announced soon. The final selection is based on:
- Online Test Marks
- Interview Performance
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness
Final Merit List = Online Exam (80%) + Interview (20%)
Joining Schedules Announced #
The joining schedule for various Specialist Officer roles (IT, HR, Law, Rajbhasha, Agriculture, Marketing) and Management Trainees under CRP SPL-XIV has already been published. Candidates who clear the interview will need to follow these steps:
- Download appointment letter
- Submit joining forms/documents
- Report on scheduled date
- Complete verification and medicals
Important Notice from PNB #
PNB has alerted all applicants that no money should be paid to any person or entity for securing jobs or interview selection. All updates are made only on the official PNB website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) #
Q1. When will the PNB SO Result 2025 be officially released?
A: It is expected in mid to late June 2025.
Q2. What is the next stage after the PNB SO result?
A: Shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews.
Q3. Is there any sectional cut-off in the PNB SO exam?
A: Yes, especially in the Professional Knowledge section.
Q4. How many vacancies were announced?
A: A total of 350 Specialist Officer posts were advertised.
Q5. Where can I find updates regarding the interview schedule?
A: All updates will be shared on the official PNB recruitment portal.
