About Pune PDCC Bank Peon Recruitment 2026
The Pune PDCC Bank Peon Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by Pune District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd. (PDCC Bank) for 289 Shipai (Peon) positions. This direct service recruitment (Saralseva Bharti) is exclusively for original residents of the Pune district. Candidates who have completed their H.S.C. (12th standard) or an equivalent diploma are eligible to apply online from August 4 to August 10, 2026. The selection process involves an offline written examination, document verification, and an interview.
PDCC Bank Shipai Vacancy Details
Pune District Central Cooperative Bank has announced 289 vacancies for the Shipai (Peon) post. The bank reserves the right to modify the number of posts or cancel the recruitment process at any stage without providing specific reasons. No horizontal or parallel reservation policies apply to this recruitment.
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|
| Shipai (Peon) | 289 |
Eligibility Criteria for PDCC Bank Peon Posts
To be eligible for the Shipai (Peon) posts, candidates must meet specific educational, age, and domicile requirements as detailed below.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must have successfully passed at least the Higher Secondary School Certificate (H.S.C. - 12th standard) examination or possess an equivalent diploma from a recognized board or institution.
Age Limit
The age of candidates should be a minimum of 18 years and a maximum of 38 years, calculated as of August 1, 2026. For candidates already appointed on a contract basis in various agencies or organizations under the bank, who have a minimum of three years' work experience as of August 1, 2026, the upper age limit is relaxed up to 43 years.
Domicile Requirement
Only candidates who are original residents (domicile) of Pune district for at least the last 15 years are eligible to apply. This must be supported by a valid Domicile Certificate issued after 2018 by a competent authority. Married women candidates who are originally from outside Pune district may also apply if they submit their husband's original Pune district domicile certificate along with a marriage registration certificate from a competent authority.
Other Requirements
Candidates must be physically fit to perform the physical movement-related duties of the Shipai post. They are also required to submit a declaration under the Maharashtra Civil Services Rules, 2005, pertaining to a small family declaration.
Application Fee
The application fee for the PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026 is Rs.1,650/-, plus an additional 18% GST and service charge. This fee is strictly non-refundable under any circumstances and cannot be transferred or reserved for any other examination or selection process. Payment must be made exclusively online.
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| All Candidates | Rs.1,650/- plus 18% GST and service charge |
| Payment Mode | Online only (UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, Mobile Wallets) |
PDCC Bank Shipai Salary Structure
Selected eligible candidates will initially be appointed on a temporary probationary basis for a period of six months. During this probation period, candidates will be paid a consolidated salary of Rs.12,000/- per month. After successful confirmation of service, the applicable regular pay scale will be provided along with other allowances and facilities as per the bank's rules.
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|
| Shipai (Peon) | 195-10-225-12-265-14-345-16-435-19-530-24-650-29-795-34-965-34-1000-34-1170 plus allowances |
Selection Process for Shipai Posts
The selection process for the PDCC Bank Shipai posts is structured into three main stages: an offline written examination, document verification, and a personal interview. The final merit list is based on a combined score from the written exam and interview.
- Offline Written Examination — This stage carries a total of 70 marks. The examination is conducted offline using the OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) method. The question paper will be objective and multiple-choice, presented in Marathi medium, with 70 questions, each carrying 1 mark. Candidates will have 75 minutes to complete the exam. The subjects covered include: Basic information on the three-tier structure of agricultural credit (20 marks), Banking and Cooperation (15 marks), General Knowledge and Current Affairs (15 marks), Agriculture and Rural Economy (10 marks), and Intelligence/Aptitude Test (10 marks).
- Document Verification — Based on their merit in the written examination, candidates will be shortlisted for the interview in a ratio of 1:3 against the vacant posts. The shortlist will be published seat-number wise on the bank's website. At this stage, bank officials will conduct a preliminary verification of the eligible candidates' original certificates for educational qualification and other eligibility criteria. Candidates must produce all original documents.
- Interview — Candidates who are found eligible after document verification will be called for an interview, which carries 30 marks. The interview aims to assess the candidate's personality, physical capability, communication skills, basic knowledge of the bank, local knowledge of Pune district, service attitude, and understanding of the fundamental principles and etiquette of cooperation. Candidates who are absent for the interview will be disqualified from the final selection process.
The final result is declared in merit order, combining the candidate's written exam marks and interview marks out of a total of 100. A waiting list, equivalent to 20% of the vacant posts, will be prepared and remain valid for one year from the date of the final selection list declaration. In case of a tie in marks, priority will be given first by age seniority, then by experience, and finally alphabetically by surname (in English).
How to Apply Online for PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026
Candidates interested in the Pune PDCC Bank Peon Recruitment 2026 must submit their applications online through the official bank websites. No other mode of application will be accepted. Follow these steps to complete your application:
- Visit one of the bank's official websites: https://www.pdcc.bank.in/careers or https://www.punedccbank.com.
- Review the detailed information and instructions provided on the website before proceeding.
- Click on the "NEW REGISTRATION" link to initiate the online application process.
- Fill in all required details accurately and completely, ensuring they align with the eligibility conditions. Once submitted, the information cannot be changed.
- Upload a scanned passport-size photograph (3.5cm x 4.5cm, JPG/JPEG format, file size between 20KB and 50KB).
- Upload a scanned signature in black ink on white paper (1.5cm x 3.5cm, JPG/JPEG format, file size between 10KB and 20KB).
- Mandatorily upload scanned copies of your Domicile Certificate and Aadhaar Card (JPG/JPEG format, file size between 20KB and 50KB each).
- Proceed to the payment gateway to pay the prescribed exam fee online. Your registration will not be considered complete until the fee payment is successfully processed.
- After successful submission and payment, take a printout of your completed application form along with the e-receipt and fee payment details. Keep these documents safe until the entire recruitment process is concluded.
Candidates are advised not to submit more than one application. Multiple applications will lead to rejection during scrutiny, and the candidate will be excluded from the selection process. If you have previously applied for this post through any other mode, you must submit a fresh online application for this specific recruitment process.
Important Instructions for Applicants
- If any information provided or documents attached are found to be false, fabricated, or misleading, or if any material information is concealed, the candidature or appointment will be cancelled immediately.
- Any attempt by candidates to seek recommendation or exert pressure from any official or authority during the recruitment process will result in their immediate declaration of ineligibility and exclusion from the process at any stage.
- Candidates must ensure their personal presence for the written examination, document verification, and interview as scheduled.
- The bank reserves the right to change the process or procedure at any time. Any such changes will be published in local newspapers or on the bank's official website, and individual applicants will not be separately informed.
- The written examination will primarily be held at centers in Pune city. However, other centers within the district may be utilized if required, and the exam may be conducted in more than one session depending on the number of candidates.
- Candidates must possess knowledge of Marathi, Hindi, and English languages.
- The bank has not appointed any publication agency, YouTube channel, or Telegram channel for guidance related to this recruitment or examination. Any such claims should be considered unauthorized.
- Any dispute arising regarding this recruitment process falls under the exclusive jurisdiction of Pune courts.
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