The National Pension System Trust (NPS Trust) has released the official notification for the NPS Recruitment 2025, offering 19 vacancies across two key positions: Assistant Manager (Grade A) with 13 vacancies and Manager (Grade B) with 6 vacancies. Interested candidates can now apply online from 16 January 2025 to 5 February 2025. The Phase I & II exams will be conducted on 25 February 2025.
This recruitment drive presents an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to establish a career in the financial sector. The positions offer competitive pay scales and the chance to contribute to the growing pension sector in India.
Key Details of NPS Recruitment 2025:
- Positions:
- 13 Assistant Managers (Grade A)
- 6 Managers (Grade B)
- Important Dates:
- Notification Release: 16 January 2025
- Online Registration Period: 16 January 2025 to 5 February 2025
- Phase I & II Exam Date: 25 February 2025
- Interview Date: To be announced
Candidates are advised to carefully read the NPS Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF for detailed information on eligibility criteria, exam structure, and application process.
The online application link is now available. Applicants must ensure that all required information and documents are accurately submitted within the registration window to avoid any issues during the selection process.
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- OFFICER GRADE B (MANAGER) and OFFICER GRADE A (ASSISTANT MANAGER):
Mode of selection shall be a three-stage process, i.e., Phase I (on-line examination consisting of one paper of 120 marks), Phase II (on-line examination consisting of two papers of 100 marks each) and Phase III (Interview). The details of each of the three stages are as indicated below:
A. Phase I (On-Line Examination):
An on-line examination consisting of one paper of 120 marks will be conducted. The coverage of topics/ subjects for this paper is as follows:

The composition of the paper (on-line examination) is as under:


a. Phase I On-Line examination will be conducted in a single shift. The test will be bilingual (Hindi & English) except the test for English Language which shall be in English only.
b. Phase I and Phase II examinations shall be conducted on the same day.
c. Candidates would need to secure separate cut-offin each Section as well as aggregate cut-off marks (as decided by NPS Trust) in Phase I exam in order for their Phase II paper to be evaluated.
d. There shall be negative marking (1/4th of marks assigned to the relevant question) for marking incorrect answers in Phase I.
Phase II (On-Line Examination):
An on-line examination consisting of two papers of 100marks each will be conducted. The papers shall be as follows:

Important Notes:
a. There shall be negative marking (1/4th of marks assigned to the question) for marking incorrect answers in Paper 2 of Phase II;
b. There shall be a minimum cut-off for Paper 1 and Paper 2 of Phase II. Candidates would need to secure separate cut-off in each paper as well as aggregate cut-off marks in Phase II exam to be shortlisted for Phase III (as decided by NPS Trust). The cut off marks for different streams for shortlisting candidates for Phase III (Interview) shall be in relation to the number of vacancies (as decided by NPS Trust);
c. Subject to the criteria mentioned above, candidates will be shortlisted in relation to the number of vacancies, in order of merit, for Phase III, i.e., the interview. The list of candidates shortlisted for interview will be made available on NPS Trust website.
d. All question papers (in both the Phases, except the test of English & General Studies) will be set bilingually in Hindi and English.
Phase III (Interview):
Only the shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. Candidate may opt for interview either in Hindi or English.
Candidates shall score minimum cut-off score in Phase III (Interview) to be considered for the Post.
The cut-off in this regard will be decided by NPS Trust at its sole discretion.
Important Notes:
a. The following weightage will be applied while preparing the final merit list for selection. (All Streams)

a. Application fee shall not be refunded to any of the candidates under any circumstances.
b. Candidates can apply for only one post (i.e., either Assistant Manager or Manager) and one stream only.
c. NPS Trust reserves the right to modify the selection procedure, either whole or in part, if deemed fit.
d. Candidates should bring their relevant Experience Certificates, Certificates related to Educational Qualification, Reservation/Disability certificates, in case already in service of Govt./ Quasi-Govt. Organizations and Public Sector Banks/ Undertakings etc.; a ‘No Objection certificate (NOC) from their employer, in original and self-attested copies of the same, at the time of Interview (As per Annexure II).
Make sure to complete your application on time and prepare thoroughly for the exams scheduled for 25 February 2025.