India’s public sector banks remain one of the country’s largest recruitments, with regular meeting the needs of employees to ensure large -scale intake drives. According to a reaction given in the monsoon session of the Rajya Sabha, it has been revealed that 1,48,687 employees were recruited in various PSBs in the last five financial years (FY 2020-25). Now, looking further, additional 48,570 posts are expected to be filled in the financial year 2025-26, which still marks another year of strong recruitment in the banking sector.
1.48 lakhs have been hired in 5 years, now 48,570 more vacancies in PSB
Already (20-25) and 48,570 more planned (in 2025–26) with around 1.48 lakh recruitments, PSBs continue to offer one of the safest and development-oriented career paths in government service. This information came out through a question raised by Mr. Mallikrajun Kharge on the employee strength of PSB, which was replied by Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance, Mr. Pankaj Chaudhary. Detailed North India highlights both recruitment trends and current staffing status in public sector banks.
Banking recruitment drive in full swing
FY underlines active steps being taken to fill the remaining difference of 48,570 employees in 2025-26 and to strengthen manpower in bank branches. These vacancies are expected to be filled through regular recruitment examinations conducted by IBPS, SBI and other bank-specific selection boards. Posts such as probationary officers (POs), clerk, expert officer (SO), and assistant managers are usually part of these drives.
96% staff in position: minimum vacancy gap
According to the data provided, 96% of the total employees’ requirement is already in PSBS by 31 March 2025. The remaining 4% intervals are called due to natural attraction, including retirement, resignation and other unexpected factors. This clearly indicates that PSBs are effectively managing their workforce and continue to meet operating demands without lack of major employees.
