Punjab and Sind Bank Data Protection Officer Recruitment 2025 – Admit Card Full Details

Punjab and Sind Bank, a well-established public sector bank, has issued an official notification for the appointment of Data Protection Officer (DPO) on a contractual basis. This role is highly significant in today’s data-driven environment, especially with the enactment of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

Below is a complete overview of the recruitment process including admit card updates, application process, eligibility criteria, and more.

Recruitment Overview

• Post Name: Data Protection Officer (DPO)
• Type of Engagement: Contractual
• Department: MIS and Data Governance Cell
• Organization: Punjab and Sind Bank
• Total Vacancies: 01
• Location: Likely at Head Office, New Delhi
• The position will be offered on a contract basis for an initial period of 3 years, with the possibility of extending it for another 2 years depending on performance and the Bank’s requirements.

Important Dates

All updates related to the admit card, interview schedule, and final results will be published on the bank’s official recruitment page.

Application Fee Details

Payment Mode: Through NEFT/UPI transfer only.

Bank Account Details:

• Account Name: NEFT INWARD STP PARKING ACCOUNT
• Account Number: 90125040070003
• Bank: Punjab and Sind Bank
• IFSC Code: PSIB0009012

The transaction ID or UTR number should be clearly mentioned in the application form.

Vacancy Details

• Number of Posts: 250
• Position: Data Protection Officer
• Job Level: Senior/Advisory role within the bank’s internal structure

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Applicants must be:

• Indian citizens, or
• Subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, or
• Tibetan nationals who came to India with the intention of residing permanently prior to January 1, 1962.
• Persons of Indian origin from select countries intending permanent settlement in India

Candidates who are not Indian citizens must provide a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.

Educational Qualification (as on 25.04.2025)

Essential:

• A degree in B.Tech or B.E or M.E or M.Tech in fields like Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electronics.
• MCA (Regular course only)

Mandatory Professional Certification:

• CIPP-E, CIPP-A, CIPM, DCPP, DCPLA

Desirable Certifications:

• FIP, CIPT, CISA, CISM, ISO 27001 (Lead Auditor)

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of overall experience
• At least 5 years of experience in the BFSI sector or Scheduled Commercial Banks
• At least 1 year of experience in data privacy and protection functions

All experience must be supported by documentary evidence.

Salary Structure

• Remuneration: Negotiable
• Based on: Profile, work experience, skills
• Other Benefit: Bank will pay applicable GST
• Note: No other benefits such as retirement benefits or allowances will be provided

Selection Process

• Stage 1: Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience
• Stage 2: Personal Interview (in-person or online) carrying 100 marks
• Minimum Qualifying Score: 50 marks in the interview

There will be no written test. The final selection will solely depend on interview performance.

Admit Card Information

Though there is no written exam, shortlisted candidates will receive an interview admit card or call letter.

Steps to Download Admit Card (when released):

• Head over to the official Punjab and Sind Bank website for updates
• Go to the “Recruitments” section
• Locate the admit card link for Data Protection Officer interview
• Just provide your application number and date of birth when prompted to continue.
• Download and print the admit card

Candidates must carry a valid photo ID along with the admit card and application form during the interview.

Key Responsibilities of Data Protection Officer

• Make sure to follow the DPDP Act, 2023 and all other relevant laws and guidelines.
• Conduct data privacy impact assessments and regular audits
• Maintain records like RoPA, DFC, DPIA
• Act as a point of contact for internal departments on data protection issues
• Handle data subject queries and privacy breach responses
• Promote awareness and training within the bank on data privacy policies

Application Process – Step-by-Step

Step 1: Prepare the Documents

Applicants should collect and prepare the following documents:

• Duly filled application form (available on the official site)
• Passport-size photograph signed across
• Proof of date of birth
• Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.)
• Copies of educational and professional qualifications
• Proof of experience
• Fee payment proof with UTR number
• Resume or CV

Step 2: Submit via Email

Scanned copies of all the above documents, including the signed application form, must be emailed to:

Step 3: Send Hard Copy by Post

Send a hard copy of these documents to the following address:

Deputy General Manager – HRD
Punjab and Sind Bank
2nd Floor, NBCC Complex, Tower-3
East Kidwai Nagar, New Delhi

Both email and hard copy submissions are mandatory. Incomplete applications or those without proper fee details will be rejected.

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