Exam Overview
The Punjab and Sind Bank has released the official syllabus and exam pattern for the recruitment of Specialist Officers (Credit Manager and Agriculture Manager). This comprehensive guide is essential for candidates preparing for the exam, as it provides a structured approach to studying and understanding the requirements.
The examination aims to fill a total of 190 vacancies and will be conducted by the bank itself. Candidates must familiarize themselves with the syllabus to enhance their preparation strategy.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | 105 minutes |
| English Language | 25 | 25 | |
| Professional Knowledge | 50 | 50 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
Note: A penalty of 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
Subject-wise Syllabus
English Language
- Reading Comprehension
- Fillers, Error Spotting, Cloze Test
- Sentence Correction & Improvement
- Para Jumbles, Word Swap
- Vocabulary, Idioms & Phrases
General Awareness
- National Income, Public Finance, Budget
- Indian Banking Industry, RBI Monetary Policy
- Government Policies and Economic Planning
Professional Knowledge (Role Specific)
Credit Manager
- Financial Statements & Analysis, Ratio Analysis
- Credit Appraisal & Risk Management
- NPA, Asset Liability Management
Agriculture Manager
- Agriculture Economics & Policies
- Crop Science, Agronomy, Horticulture
- Soil Science, Irrigation, Agricultural Marketing
Preparation Tips
- Understand the exam pattern and syllabus thoroughly.
- Create a structured study schedule.
- Refer to quality study materials for each subject.
- Practice with previous years’ question papers.
- Focus on conceptual understanding instead of rote memorization.
- Stay updated with current affairs.
- Maintain a balanced lifestyle with regular breaks.
Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Syllabus PDF | Download Here |
| Official Website | Visit |
