Punjab & Sind Bank AI Engineer Recruitment 2026 – 8 Contractual Posts, Apply Online by 28 June

Punjab & Sind Bank AI Engineer Recruitment 2026 is your chance to join a Government of India Undertaking bank in a cutting-edge technology role — without going through the traditional IBPS route. The bank has released a direct recruitment notification for 8 contractual posts across its Cloud Centre of Excellence (CoE) and Artificial Intelligence verticals, spanning three officer scales. Online applications opened on 12 June 2026 and the window closes on 28 June 2026. If you are an experienced IT professional with a background in cloud engineering, AI, or Machine Learning (ML), this is one of the most relevant bank tech recruitments of the year.

The roles carry officer-grade designations — Manager, Senior Manager, and Chief Manager — at MMGS II, MMGS III, and SMGS IV scales respectively. Applications are accepted exclusively online at the bank’s official portal, punjabandsind.bank.in. Read on for every detail you need before you hit “Submit.”

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Punjab & Sind Bank AI Engineer Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates

Missing a deadline in a government bank recruitment ends your candidacy completely. Note every date below.

⚠️ Don’t apply on the last day! Government bank portals experience heavy traffic near deadlines. Submit at least 3–4 days early to avoid payment failures or upload errors.

Vacancy Details – Post-wise Breakdown

Punjab & Sind Bank has advertised 8 posts across two technology domains and three grade levels. All positions are contractual. The category-wise split is as follows.

✅ Key point: No vacancies are reserved for SC, ST, EWS, or Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in this notification. The largest opening — 4 posts — is at the Manager (Cloud CoE) level in MMGS II.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on 01 June 2026)

Age relaxation applies as per Government of India rules — SC/ST candidates get 5 years, Other Backward Class (OBC) Non-Creamy Layer candidates get 3 years, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities get 10 years of relaxation in the upper age limit.

Educational Qualification and Work Experience – Post-wise

Post 1 & 2 – Manager and Senior Manager, Cloud Centre of Excellence (MMGS II & MMGS III)

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or Electronics & Communications Engineering from a university or institution recognised by the Government of India, UGC, or AICTE is mandatory.

Preferred certifications include AWS Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional level), Microsoft Azure Administrator, DevOps Engineer, or Google Associate/Professional Cloud Engineer.

Post 3 – Chief Manager, Cloud Centre of Excellence (SMGS IV)

Same mandatory degree as above, plus a mandatory intermediate-level Microsoft Azure certification. Preferred qualifications include MCA or M.Tech/M.Sc in Computer Science, IT, or Electronics & Communications Engineering. Preferred certifications include AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Professional Cloud Architect.

Minimum experience required: 8 years in IT/BFSI, of which at least 4 years must be in cloud architecture, cloud engineering, or DevOps roles.

Post 4 & 5 – Manager and Senior Manager, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineers (MMGS II & MMGS III)

Mandatory qualification: A full-time B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or Machine Learning — OR — a full-time MCA/M.Tech in AI, Machine Learning, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field — from an institution recognised by the Government of India, AICTE, or UGC.

In addition, candidates must hold at least one valid professional certification in AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Science, or Generative AI from a recognised university, technology organisation, or professional certification body.

💡 Percentage note: The bank treats 59.99% as less than 60%, and 54.99% as less than 55%. If your university awarded a CGPA or OGPA, convert it to a percentage and enter that figure in your online application.

Application Fee

The fee is non-refundable and payable online only. Cash, cheques, demand drafts, and postal stamps are not accepted. Bank transaction charges for the payment gateway are borne by the candidate.

Once an application is submitted, it cannot be withdrawn and the fee will not be refunded or carried forward under any circumstances.

Punjab & Sind Bank AI/Cloud Engineer Salary 2026

This is the section most candidates search for first — and with good reason. While the bank has not publicly published a fixed CTC in the notification, the pay structure for contractual specialist officers in PSB follows the IBA-linked scale. Here is what you can reasonably expect based on the MMGS/SMGS scales.

Allowances typically included in a bank officer’s package are Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and special allowances. Since these are contractual engagements, some perks available to permanent officers (like pension and certain LTC benefits) may differ. Confirm exact compensation details from the official notification PDF linked at the bottom of this post.

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Selection Process

All five posts across MMGS II, MMGS III, and SMGS IV follow a three-stage process:

1. Written Test – Objective type, 100 questions, 100 marks, 105 minutes
2. Short-listing – Based on written test merit in Professional Knowledge only
3. Personal Interview – Conducted in New Delhi

Written Test Pattern

The minimum qualifying score in each section is 40% for General/EWS candidates and 35% for reserved category candidates. However, only Professional Knowledge marks count toward the merit list — English Language and General Awareness scores are qualifying in nature only and do not affect your ranking.

Candidates who clear the written test are called for a Personal Interview. The minimum qualifying score for the interview is 40% (General/EWS) and 35% (reserved categories). Final selection is based on combined marks from both stages, ranked in order of merit. Where two candidates tie at the cut-off, preference goes to the older candidate.

⚠️ Clearing the minimum eligibility does not guarantee an interview call. The bank shortlists based on experience and suitability at its own discretion.

Terms of Contract – Read This Before You Apply

This is not a permanent or regular bank job. Key contract terms:

• Duration: Initial period of 3 years, with annual performance review
• Extension: May be extended for up to 2 additional years (one year at a time) at the bank’s discretion
• Exit clause: Either side can exit with one month’s notice or equivalent pay in lieu
• Exclusivity: You cannot take up any assignment with another organisation during the contract period
• CIBIL Score: A minimum CIBIL score of 650 is mandatory at the time of joining — not at the time of application. Check your score before applying
• Vigilance: No vigilance case or adverse observation from previous employers should be pending

💡 Honest assessment: These are senior IT officer roles in a PSU bank with officer-grade pay and designation. For an experienced cloud or AI professional, this offers stability, a government sector title, and exposure to banking technology transformation — all on a contractual footing that doesn’t lock you in for life.

How to Apply for Punjab & Sind Bank AI Engineer Recruitment 2026

Applications are accepted only online, through punjabandsind.bank.in. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website and navigate to the Recruitment section on the home page.
2. Click the relevant notification for Cloud CoE / AI Engineers.
3. Prepare these files before you start registration:
   • Passport-size photograph: 4.5 cm × 3.5 cm, 20–50 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG format
   • Signature on white paper in black ink: 10–20 KB, JPG/JPEG format
   • Left thumb impression on white paper: 20–50 KB, JPG/JPEG format
   • Handwritten declaration in English (text given below): 50–100 KB, JPG/JPEG — must NOT be in capital letters
   • Supporting documents as PDF: Resume, ID Proof, Age Proof, Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates or NOC, Caste Certificate (if applicable)
4. Complete the online registration form with accurate personal and qualification details.
5. Upload all documents. The system will not proceed if photographs or signatures are outside specified file-size limits.
6. Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
7. Submit and save or print the system-generated application form along with the registration number.
8. If applying for more than one post, submit a separate application for each post.

Handwritten declaration text:

“I, [Name], hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”

⚠️ If you submit multiple applications for the same post, only the last valid completed application will be considered. Fees paid on earlier submissions are forfeited.

Documents to Bring at the Interview Stage

Candidates called for the Personal Interview must carry originals and self-attested photocopies of all the following. Missing documents on the day means disqualification — no exceptions.

• Date of Birth proof (SSC / School Leaving Certificate)
• Printout of the interview call letter
• System-generated online application printout
• All educational certificates and mark sheets from Class X onwards (including semester-wise mark sheets and final/provisional degree certificate)
• Work experience certificates and NOC from current employer (mandatory if working with a PSU bank or government/quasi-government organisation)
• Caste/category certificates in the prescribed Government of India format (OBC certificate must be dated within one year and must contain the non-creamy layer clause)
• Disability certificate from the District Medical Board (if applicable)
• Income and Asset Certificate for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates, valid as on the date of application
• Two recent passport-size photographs identical to the one in the application
• Valid photo identity proof: PAN Card, Passport, Driving Licence, Voter’s ID, Aadhaar Card, or Employee ID — Ration Card and Learner’s Driving Licence are not accepted

Common Mistakes That Lead to Rejection

1. File size errors on upload: Photo must be 20–50 KB; signature must be 10–20 KB. Files outside these limits are rejected by the system. Scan at minimum 200 DPI and save in JPG format.

2. Handwritten declaration in capital letters: The bank explicitly requires lowercase handwriting. A typed or printed declaration is also invalid.

3. Name mismatch across documents: Your name must be spelled identically across your application and all certificates. Candidates who have changed their name must carry an original Gazette notification, marriage certificate, or affidavit.

4. Low CIBIL score: This is a condition of joining, not of appearing in the exam. Check your score before you apply — a score below 650 will disqualify you at the time of joining even if you top the merit list.

5. Applying at the deadline: Portal load is highest on the last day. A payment gateway failure on 28 June will cost you the application fee and the opportunity.

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Summing Up…

Punjab & Sind Bank AI Engineer Recruitment 2026 is a rare opportunity for experienced cloud and AI professionals to work at an officer grade within a Government of India bank — without going through a general banking exam. With just 8 posts, competition will be focused but the selection criteria are specific enough that genuinely qualified candidates have a strong shot.

The window closes on 28 June 2026, and there is no scope for late applications or offline submissions. If your profile fits — the right degree, the right certifications, the right years of experience — apply today through punjabandsind.bank.in and keep your documents ready for verification.

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Disclaimer: This post is based on the official Punjab & Sind Bank recruitment notification released in June 2026. All details — including vacancies, eligibility, fee, dates, and selection process — have been sourced from the official notification PDF available at punjabandsind.bank.in. Govtserviceinfo.com does not accept applications or conduct the selection process. Candidates are advised to verify all information from the official notification before applying. Details such as exam dates and exact salary figures are subject to official confirmation by Punjab & Sind Bank.