Canara Exams

2 exams are conducted by Canara, the notable exams conducted by Canara includes Canara Bank SO 2020 and Canara PO. Upcoming Canara exams includes Canara Bank SO 2020 and Canara PO

Canara Bank Overview

Canara bank falls under the category of one of the largest public sector banks that is owned by the Government of India. Canara bank organized a large-scale recruitment drive every year to recruit potential candidates to the banking industry. The Canara Bank PO exam is organized to recruit candidates to the post of Probationary Officer. Candidates who qualify the PO Exam have to undertake a Post Graduate Diploma in Banking and Finance (PGDBF), a one-year course, through NITTE Education International Pvt Ltd or Manipal Education Services Pvt ltd. 

Exams Conducted by Canara Bank

Following are the prominent exams conducted by the Canara Bank:

1. Canara Bank PO (Probationary Officer) exam

2. Canara Bank SO (Specialist Officer) exam

3. Canara Bank Clerical exam

Canara Bank Exams Calendar

The exams calendar for 2020 is released along with the official notification published by the Canara Bank examinations regulatory body. The notification contains all the relevant details and specification regarding the examinations. Also, since the dates are subject to change, aspiring candidates should keep checking the official portal for the latest updates.

Canara Bank Exam Dates

The important dates for various Canara Bank exams are as follows:

1. The Canara Bank SO exam is scheduled to take place in January 2021 and the online window for the same shall be open between 25th November 2020 to 15th December 2020.

2. The Canara Bank PO exam shall be notified soon.

3. The Canara Bank Clerical exam was earlier scheduled in March 2020, but the new date shall be notified soon.

Vacancies for Various Canara Bank Exams

The vacancies for various exams conducted by Canara Bank are as follows:

1. The number of vacancies for the post of SO in Canara Bank is 220.

2. The number of vacancies for the post of PO in Canara Bank was 800 in 2019 and are expected to be the same for 2020.

3. The number of vacancies for the post of Clerical in Canara Bank shall be notified soon.

Canara Bank Exams Eligibility

It is important to check for the various categories under which eligibility is required for the candidates. Only if the candidate falls under the eligibility criteria, one should fill up the examination form, so that the application has no chance of getting rejected. 

1. Canara Bank SO

• Candidate must be a citizen of India

• The candidate should not be less than 20 years of age and should not be more than 30 years of age, in order to be eligible

• Candidates must have a degree in engineering or IT, from a recognized university or institution

2. Canara Bank PO

• Candidate should be a citizen of India

• The minimum and maximum age limit for the candidate is 20 years and 30 years, respectively

• Candidates should be a graduate in any discipline with minimum 60% marks, from any recognized university or institution

• Candidates must also be well-versed with working on a computer

3. Canara Bank Clerical

• The minimum and maximum age limit for the candidate should be 18 years and 28 years, respectively

• Candidates should have passed 12th standard or its equivalent from a recognized university or institution

Canara Bank Exams Pattern

The exam pattern gives a complete and clear idea to the candidates based on which one can develop the study plan and approach the exams. The Exam Pattern gives detailed information regarding the syllabus, time-limit and types of questions asked. The exam pattern for various Canara Bank exams are as follows:

1. Canara Bank Clerical Exam:

• Merit basis

• Personal Interview

2. Canara Bank SO Exam:

• Online examination

• Group Discussion

• Interview

3. Canara Bank PO Exam:

• Online examination

• Groups discussion

• Interview

Canara Bank Exams Syllabus

The syllabus for Canara Bank exams mostly does not change every year. The syllabus for various examinations is as follows:

1. Canara Bank PO Exam

• Reasoning

• Quantitative aptitude

• General awareness

• English language

2. Canara Bank SO Exam

• Latest development in the banking industry

• English language

• Professional knowledge in the area of specialization

FAQ’s

Q1. What is the course fee for PFDBF?

You have to pay Rs 4,13,000 for the course fees at Manipal Global Education Services Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru. Whereas, NITTE Education International Pvt. Ltd., Greater Noida campus charges Rs 3,54,000 for the course. 

Q2. Does the candidate need to sign any agreement or bond?

Yes, there is a bond of five years which the selected candidates have to sign.

Q3. What if the candidate is not able to secure the cut-off marks in the exam?

Cut Off marks are the threshold to move ahead in the selection process. Without achieving it, one cannot clear the respective exam. 

Q4. Does the candidate need to show any identity card while appearing in the exam?

Yes, a photo identity like PAN Card / Passport / Driving License / Voter Card should be shown while appearing for the online test/group discussion/interview.

Q5. What is the approximate probationary period?

There is a probation period of one year from the date of joining after successful completion of the Canara Bank PGDBF course.