Karnataka Bank, a leading private sector bank with a nationwide presence, has announced recruitment for Specialist Officers (Scale I) across various roles. The bank is looking for talented professionals in Chartered Accountancy, Law, IT, and Management to join its dynamic workforce.
The recruitment process aims to select highly qualified candidates from Tier-I institutions with a strong academic background. Below are the details regarding job positions, eligibility criteria, salary, and the selection process.
Important Dates for Online Registration
- Opening Date for Online Registration: 20th March 2025
- Closing Date for Online Registration: 25th March 2025 (by 11:59 PM)
Karnataka Bank Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025
Karnataka Bank is offering 75 vacancies across four specialized roles:
- Chartered Accountant – 25 vacancies
- Law Officer – 10 vacancies
- Specialist Officer (MBA) – 10 vacancies
- IT Specialist – 30 vacancies
Karnataka Bank Specialist Officer 2025 Eligibility Criteria
1. Chartered Accountant
- Candidate must be a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).
- Should have cleared the CA exam in three attempts or less.
- Open to 2024 and 2025 batch graduates.
2. Law Officer
- Must hold a Master of Law (LLM) degree.
- Should be a postgraduate from a Tier-I college/university.
3. Specialist Officer (MBA)
- Must possess a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree.
- Should have graduated from a Tier-I college/university.
- Candidates from the 2024 and 2025 batches with a minimum of 70% aggregate marks are eligible.
4. IT Specialist
- Must have one of the following degrees:
- Bachelor of Engineering (BE) – IT
- Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
- Master of Technology (MTech) – IT
- Should be a graduate/postgraduate from a Tier-I college/university.
Note: Selected candidates will receive an appointment letter only after successfully completing their courses.
Selection Process
The selection process will involve the following steps:
- Shortlisting Based on Eligibility – Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be shortlisted.
- Online Interview – Selected candidates will be invited for an online interview conducted by the bank.
- Final Selection – Candidates will be assessed based on their interview performance, eligibility compliance, and successful background verification.
Salary and Benefits
The selected candidates will be appointed at Officer Scale I, with an attractive salary package:
- Basic Pay: ₹48,480 per month
- Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – 2000/7 – 62,480 – 2340/2 – 67,160 – 2680/7 – 85,920
- Other Benefits: Eligible for Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other allowances.
- Total Monthly CTC: Approximately ₹1,21,000 at metro centers.
Training and Appointment Process
Induction Training
- Selected candidates must complete an Induction Training Programme at Karnataka Bank’s Staff Training College in Mangaluru or another designated location.
- The training will be at the candidate’s own expense.
Job Posting
- After successful training, candidates will be posted at any branch or office of the bank.
Probation Period
- The probation period will be one year.
- Upon satisfactory completion, candidates will be confirmed in service as per bank policies.
Service Bond Requirement
- Candidates must sign a service bond to work at Karnataka Bank for a minimum of three years.
- If a candidate leaves before completing this period, they must pay liquidated damages, as mentioned in the appointment letter.
General Instructions for Candidates
- Candidates must provide valid supporting documents to prove their eligibility.
- If a candidate is found ineligible at any stage of recruitment or provides false information, their application will be cancelled immediately.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Submission of an application does not guarantee selection.
- Karnataka Bank reserves the right to:
- Modify the eligibility criteria.
- Change terms and conditions of recruitment.
- Reject any application without explanation.
- Any legal disputes will fall under the jurisdiction of the courts in Mangaluru.
Interested candidates should apply before 25th March 2025 to secure their place in this prestigious recruitment process.
