Pune District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd. (PDCC Bank), Pune has released the PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of Shipai (Peon) posts. The recruitment drive aims to fill 289 Shipai vacancies through Direct Service Recruitment (Saralseva Bharti). Candidates who are original residents of Pune district and have passed H.S.C. (12th) or equivalent diploma can apply online for these posts. The PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026 online application process started on 04 August 2026 at 11:00 AM and eligible candidates can submit their applications till 10 August 2026, 11:59 PM. The selection process includes an Offline Written Examination (70 marks), Document Verification, and Interview (30 marks).
PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
Pune District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd., Pune (PDCC Bank) has released its notification for direct recruitment to 289 vacant posts of Shipai (Peon), to be filled through an offline written examination. Applications are invited only from eligible candidates who are original residents (domicile) of Pune district. Online applications open on 4 August 2026 at 11:00 AM and close on 10 August 2026 at 11:59 PM. This is a straightforward, no-frills notice, so the full offline exam date, admit card date, and document verification/interview date have not been announced yet and will be published separately on the bank's website.
PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Pune District Central Cooperative Bank Ltd. (PDCC Bank), Pune |
| Post Name | Shipai (Peon) |
| Total Vacancies | 289 |
| Recruitment Mode | Direct Service Recruitment (Saralseva Bharti), open only to original residents of Pune district |
| Age Limit | 18 to 38 years (up to 43 years for certain bank-contracted candidates - see Age Limit section) |
| Educational Qualification | H.S.C. (12th) passed or an equivalent diploma |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Start Date | 04-08-2026, 11:00 AM |
| Application Last Date | 10-08-2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application Fee | Rs.1,650/- (plus 18% GST and service charge) |
| Selection Process | Offline Written Exam (70 marks) → Document Verification → Interview (30 marks) |
| Salary during Probation | Rs.12,000/- per month (consolidated), for a 6-month probation period |
| Job Location | Pune district |
| Official Websites | https://www.pdcc.bank.in/careers and https://www.punedccbank.com |
PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date (with exam fee payment) | 04-08-2026, 11:00 AM |
| Online Application Last Date (with exam fee payment) | 10-08-2026, 11:59 PM |
| Offline Written Exam Date | To be announced separately on the bank's website |
| Admit Card Download Date | To be announced separately on the bank's website |
| Document Verification & Interview Date | To be announced separately on the bank's website, after the written exam |
PDCC Bank Shipai Vacancy 2026
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Shipai (Peon) | 289 |
The bank reserves the right to reduce the number of Shipai posts, and to postpone or cancel the recruitment process at any stage without assigning any reason. No horizontal/parallel reservation of any kind applies to this recruitment.
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PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Qualification
The candidate must have passed at least the Higher Secondary School Certificate examination (H.S.C. - 12th) or an equivalent diploma.
Age Limit
Minimum 18 years to maximum 38 years, reckoned as on 01-08-2026. For candidates already appointed on a contract basis in various agencies/organizations under the bank, who have a minimum of 3 years' work experience as on 01-08-2026, the upper age limit is relaxed up to 43 years.
Domicile Requirement
The candidate must be an original resident of Pune district for at least the last 15 years, supported by a valid Domicile Certificate issued after 2018 by a competent authority. 100% of posts will be filled on a priority basis from candidates who are original residents of Pune district. Married women candidates who are original residents 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.
Candidates must also be physically fit for the physical movement-related duties of the Shipai post, and must submit a declaration under the Maharashtra Civil Services Rules, 2005 (small family declaration).
PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The exam fee is Rs.1,650/- plus 18% GST and service charge. This fee is non-refundable under any circumstances and cannot be carried forward or reserved for any other exam or selection. Payment must be made online only - via UPI, Debit Card (RuPay/Visa/Master Card/Maestro), Credit Card, Internet Banking, or Mobile Wallets (GPay, PhonePe, BHIM, etc.). Registration is not considered complete until the exam fee is paid.
PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected eligible candidates will be appointed on a temporary probationary basis for 6 months. During this probation period, candidates will be paid a consolidated salary of Rs.12,000/- per month. After confirmation, the applicable pay scale is:
Pay Scale (Shipai): 195-10-225-12-265-14-345-16-435-19-530-24-650-29-795-34-965-34-1000-34-1170, plus allowances and facilities applicable as per the bank's rules.
PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Offline Written Exam
The written exam carries 70 marks and is conducted offline using the OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) method. The question paper is objective and multiple-choice, in Marathi medium, with 70 questions of 1 mark each, to be completed in 75 minutes. The subject-wise mark distribution is as follows:
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Basic information on the three-tier structure of agricultural credit | 20 |
| Banking and Cooperation | 15 |
| General Knowledge and Current Affairs | 15 |
| Agriculture and Rural Economy | 10 |
| Intelligence/Aptitude Test | 10 |
| Total | 70 |
Document Verification
Based on merit in the written exam, candidates eligible for interview will be shortlisted in a ratio of 1:3 against the vacant posts (the shortlist is published seat-number wise, not marks-wise, on the bank's website). Eligible candidates' original certificates for the required educational qualification and other eligibility criteria will be preliminarily verified by bank officials before the interview; original documents must be produced at this stage.
Interview
Candidates found eligible in document verification will be called for an interview carrying 30 marks. The interview assesses the candidate's personality, physical capability, communication skills, basic knowledge of the bank, local knowledge of Pune district, service attitude, and the fundamental principles and etiquette of cooperation. Candidates absent for the interview will be disqualified from final selection.
Final Selection List and Waiting List
The candidate's written exam marks and interview marks are added together out of a total of 100 marks, and the final result is declared in merit order. A waiting list is prepared at 20% of the vacant posts and remains valid for one year from the date the final selection list is declared. In case of a tie in marks, priority is given first by age seniority, then by experience, then alphabetically by surname (in English).
How to Apply for PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026
- Applications are accepted only online, through the bank's official websites: https://www.pdcc.bank.in/careers and https://www.punedccbank.com. No other mode of application (email, post, or hand delivery) is accepted.
- Review the detailed information and instructions on the website, then click "NEW REGISTRATION" to begin the online application.
- Fill in all details carefully and completely, as per the eligibility conditions; no supporting documents need to be attached at this stage, but information filled cannot be changed once submitted.
- Upload a scanned photograph (3.5cm x 4.5cm, JPG/JPEG, 20KB–50KB) and a scanned signature in black ink on white paper (1.5cm x 3.5cm, JPG/JPEG, 10KB–20KB).
- Upload a scanned copy of the Domicile Certificate and Aadhaar Card (JPG/JPEG format, 20KB–50KB each) - this is mandatory.
- Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the exam fee online; registration is not complete without fee payment.
- Take a printout of the completed application form along with the e-receipt and fee payment details, and keep it safe until the recruitment process is complete.
A candidate cannot submit more than one application; multiple applications will be rejected during scrutiny and the candidate excluded from the selection process. Candidates who have previously applied for this post through any other mode must submit a fresh online application for this recruitment process.
PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- If any information filled or documents attached are found false, fabricated, or misleading, or if material information is found concealed, the candidature or appointment will be cancelled immediately.
- Any attempt to seek recommendation or exert pressure from any official/authority during the recruitment process will result in the candidate being declared ineligible and excluded from the process at any stage.
- Candidates must be personally present for the written exam, document verification, and interview.
- The bank reserves the right to change the process/procedure at any time; any such changes will be published in local newspapers or on the bank's website, and individual applicants will not be informed separately.
- The written exam will primarily be held at centres in Pune city, though other centres within the district may be used if needed, and the exam may be conducted in more than one session depending on the number of candidates.
- Candidates must have knowledge of Marathi, Hindi and English.
- The bank has not appointed any publication agency, YouTube channel, or Telegram channel for guidance related to this recruitment or exam - any such claims should be considered unauthorized.
- Any dispute regarding this recruitment process falls under the jurisdiction of Pune courts only.
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PDCC Bank Shipai Recruitment 2026 Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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Candidates who have completed their 12th qualification can also explore more 12th Pass Government Jobs and Bank Government Jobs available across India. Candidates looking for more opportunities in Maharashtra can also explore the latest Maharashtra Government Jobs across various departments. Applicants searching for cooperative bank vacancies can check Bank Jobs for upcoming recruitment updates. Candidates interested in office and support staff positions can also browse more Peon Government Jobs and 12th Pass Jobs matching their qualification.
