PNB PO Vacancies Increased to 381 Under IBPS PO 2025

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has officially updated its vacancy numbers for IBPS PO and SO (Marketing Officer) posts under the IBPS CRP XV notification, as revealed in a recent Right to Information (RTI) reply dated 10 October 2025. These changes are significant for banking aspirants preparing for this year’s IBPS recruitment drive.

PNB PO Vacancies Increased to 381 Under IBPS PO 2025

The recent updates on PNB SO vacancies come from an official RTI response by Punjab National Bank’s Right to Information Cell, which provides a clear breakdown of the changes in vacancies for this year’s IBPS selection process, including both increases and decreases, as detailed in the article below. This significant increase creates new opportunities for many candidates aspiring to pursue a career as an IBPS PO in one of India’s leading public sector banks.

Vacancies Increase in PNB PO

Punjab National Bank has increased its PO (Probationary Officer) vacancies from 200 to 381. The increase in vacancies may increase the chances of selection for candidates from all reservation categories, making the competition even tougher and more promising for dedicated candidates.

Vacancies Decline in SO (Marketing Officer)

In a contrasting move, the number of Specialist Officer (SO) Marketing Officer posts has been reduced from 350 to 100. This sharp decline means far fewer marketing positions are on offer this year. Aspirants targeting these roles will need to adjust their preparation strategy and keep in mind the tough competition for a much smaller number of seats.

No Changes for Other Specialist Posts

As per the official RTI document, there has been no increment or change in the vacancies for other specialist officer categories like Agriculture Field Officer, IT Officer, HR, or Law Officer under this notification. The numbers for these posts remain as previously announced.

What This Means for Candidates

Candidates interested in PO positions will benefit from the increased number of vacancies and are encouraged to intensify their preparation given the increased chances of selection. Applicants eyeing SO (Marketing) positions face stiff competition due to fewer vacancies and should plan their application and preparation strategies accordingly.