On 11 July 2026, Punjab National Bank PTS (Part-Time Sweeper) staff protested in Delhi. They demanded an increase in salary and conversion to a full-time job. Staff said that the salary is very low right now, and they are suffering from financial crisis. The PTS staff across India gathered at Jantar Mantar in Delhi and demanded a revision in salary.
Punjab National Bank PTS (Part Time Sweeper) Staff protests in Delhi. They demand increase in salary and conversion into full time job. pic.twitter.com/nTzSKfAAft
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Presently, the starting Basic Pay of PTS ranges from ₹4,833 to ₹10,875, depending on the carpet area of the branch or office where the candidate is posted. PTS are also eligible for Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Health Insurance, and other allowances and perquisites as per the rules in force from time to time.
In Punjab National Bank, there are various categories within the PTS post. Bank has classified Part-Time Sweepers (PTS) into different categories based on the area they are required to clean. The category also decides the number of working hours per week and the salary payable to the employee.
| Category of PTS | Hours of Work per Week | Area to be Swept/Cleaned (In sq.ft.) |
|---|---|---|
| 1/3 scale of wages | Upto 13 hours | Upto 2200 |
| ½ scale of wages | 13–19 hours | 2201 to 3300 |
| ¾ scale of wages | 19–29 hours | 3301 to 5000 |
| Full | Full time | Above 5000 & upto 8500 |
The salary of a Part-Time Sweeper is paid according to the applicable wage scale. Suppose the starting Basic Pay for a Full-Time Part-Time Sweeper (PTS) is ₹10,875. The Basic Pay for other categories is calculated according to their wage scale:
- 1/3 Scale = ₹10,875 × 1/3 = ₹3,625
- 1/2 Scale = ₹10,875 × 50% = ₹5,437.50 (approximately ₹5,438)
- 3/4 Scale = ₹10,875 × 75% = ₹8,156.25 (approximately ₹8,156)
- Full Scale = ₹10,875
Most of the PTS are working at 1/2 and 3/4 scale. Thus, PTS are earning around Rs.8000 per month. The PTS staff gathered at Jantar Mantar in Delhi and protested against the low salary.
