NHB Recruitment 2024 for 48 Various Posts

The National Housing Bank (NHB) has released a notification for 48 various vacancies on both regular and contract basis. The available positions include General Manager (Project Finance), Assistant General Manager (Credit), Deputy Manager (Credit), Assistant Manager (Generalist), Chief Economist, Protocol Officer, Application Developer, Senior Project Finance Officer, and Project Finance Officer. Applications can be submitted online from June 29, 2024, to July 19, 2024. This guide provides comprehensive details about the NHB Recruitment 2024, including the selection process, age limits, educational requirements, fees, exam dates, and more.

NHB Recruitment 2024 for 48 Various Posts


Overview of NHB Recruitment 2024

Overview

Organization National Housing Bank (NHB)
Exam Name National Housing Bank Recruitment for Various Posts 2024
Post Name General Manager (Project Finance), Assistant General Manager (Credit), Deputy Manager (Credit), Assistant Manager (Generalist), Chief Economist, Protocol Officer, Application Developer, Senior Project Finance Officer, and Project Finance Officer
Regular Posts Period Permanent
Contract Posts Period 3 years (5 years extendable)
Vacancies 48
Qualification Click Here
Category Bank Job
Job Location Anywhere in India
Application Mode Online
Notification Date 28-06-2024
Apply Online Start Date 29-06-2024
Apply Online Last Date 19-07-2024
Selection Process Online Exam, Interview
Mode of Exam Online
Questions Type Objective (MCQs)
Exam Language English, Hindi
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Notification Click Here
Official Website Click Here

Vacancy Details

The National Housing Bank recruitment offers 48 available positions. Detailed information on these vacancies is provided below.

Post Name Posts
Regular Posts
General Manager (Project Finance) 1
Assistant General Manager (Credit) 1
Deputy Manager (Credit) 3
Assistant Manager (Generalist) 18
Contractual Posts
Chief Economist (on contract/ deputation) 1
Senior Project Finance Officer 10
Project Finance Officer 12
Protocol Officer (Delhi) 1
Application Developer 1
Total 48

Educational Qualification

Minimum Educational/ Professional Qualification and Post-qualification Experience (as on 01.07.2024) for advertised posts:

Post Name Educational/ Professional Qualification Minimum Post-qualification Experience
Chief Economist (On Contract/ Deputation) A master’s degree in economics with specialization in monetary economics Econometrics from or a recognized Indian/ Foreign University. Desirable : Doctorate degree in Economics Banking / Finance from a recognized University will be preferable. The candidate must have an overall experience of at least 15 years in a Commercial Bank / FI / reputed Rating Agencies / Government Bodies. Out of which minimum 10 years of experience in the areas related to Indian Economy and sectoral economy (preferably housing sector) in a Commercial Bank/ Fl/ Rating Agencies / Government Bodies. Preference shall be given to candidates with work experience as Economist in Commercial Banks / FIs/ Rating Agencies/Government Bodies. Contribution to leading financial journals/ Newspapers will be added advantage
General Manager (Project Finance) Graduate in any discipline with ICWAI/ICAI/CFA/MBA (Finance) or equivalent Minimum 15 years of experience in the Banks/ FIs/ regulated lending entities of which minimum 12 years in handling credit / project finance in Banks/ FIs/ regulated lending entities and the current post held by the candidate should be at Scale – VI or equivalent in PSBs / Grade D in AIFIs/equivalent in lending entities.
Assistant General Manager (Credit) Graduate in any discipline along with ICWAI/ICAI/CFA/MBA (Finance) or equivalent/FRM from GARP/PRM from PRMIA Minimum 10 years of experience as an officer in the Banks/ FIs/ Regulatory bodies/regulated lending entities of which minimum 8 years of experience in either in Corporate Credit or Project Finance. The current post held by the candidate should be at Scale – IV in PSBs / Grade C in AIFIs/equivalent in lending entities.
Deputy (Credit) Manager Graduate in any discipline along with ICWAI/ICAI/CFA/MBA (Finance) or equivalent/FRM from GARP/PRM from PRMIA Minimum 2 years of experience as an officer in the Banks/ FIs/ Regulatory bodies/regulated lending entities either in Corporate Credit or Project Finance. The current post held by the candidate should be at Scale – 1 in PSBs / Grade A in AIFIs or equivalent.
Senior Project Finance Officer (On Contract) Graduate in any discipline CA/ICWA/MBA (Finance) or equivalent will be preferred. Officers with minimum working experience of 15 years in SCBs/Financial Institutions of which minimum 10 years of experience in handling Credit/ Project Finance. The last post held by the candidate in SCBS/FIs should be at SMG Scale V & above in PSBS or equivalent to Grade D & above in Financial Institutions or equivalent. The last drawn gross salary should not be less than that of SMG Scale-V of IBA scale.
Project Finance Officer (on Contract) Graduate in any discipline CA/ICWA/MBA (Finance) or equivalent will be preferred. Officers with minimum working experience of 10 years in SCBs/Financial Institutions of which minimum 5 years of experience in handling Credit/ Project Finance. The last post held by the candidate in SCBS/FIs should be at MMG Scale III & above in PSBs or equivalent to Grade B & above in Financial Institutions or equivalent. The last drawn gross salary should not be less than that of MMG Scale-III of IBA scale.
Protocol Delhi (On Contract) Officer- Graduate in any discipline from recognized a university/institution. The candidate should be a retired officer from RBI/PSB/FI in India and should have worked in Senior Management level. Minimum 25 years of experience in RBI/PSB/FIs in India out of which at least 05 years work experience should be in the area of Public Relation/Protocol Duty.
Application Developer Contract) (on B.E.(CS/IT)/B.Tech. (CS/IT)/ MCA/M. Tech (CS/IT)/B.Sc. (CS/IT)/ M.Sc. (CS/IT) Greater than 24 months to less than <48 months (Relevant experience as per the Job Profile mentioned in this recruitment shall be considered)

JMGS-I (Assistant Manager):

Academic Qualification Post Qualification Experience Broad Skill Sets Required
A full-time bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum of 60% marks (55% in case of SC/ST/PWBD) or a full time Master’s Degree in any discipline with aggregate minimum of 55% marks (50% in case of SC/ST/PWBD) from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government. Candidates possessing qualification of Chartered Accountant/CMA/Company Secretary may also apply. The candidate must possess valid Mark-sheet Certificate/ Degree Professional qualification certificate that he/ she is a graduate/post- graduate/Chartered Accountant/CMA/ Company Secretary (wherever applicable) as on 01.07.2024 and indicate the percentage of marks obtained in Graduation/Post- graduation/professional qualifications while registering online. While no prior experience is required, any relevant experience would be given weightage. Communication skills written and oral, analytical ability and general understanding of economic scenario.

Age Limit

According to this notification, the age requirements for the position of Clerk, as of 01-07-2024, are outlined below:

Post Name Min Max
Chief Economist (on Contract/ Deputation) 62
General Manager (Scale – VII) 40 55
Assistant General Manager (Scale-V) 32 50
Dy. Manager (Scale – II) 23 32
Assistant Manager (Scale-I) 21 30
Senior Project Finance Officer (on Contract) 40 59
Project Finance Officer (on Contract) 35 59
Protocol Officer (on Contract) 50 62
Application Developer (on Contract) 23 32

Application Fee for NHB Recruitment 2024

The table below shows the application fees for each category.

Category Application Fee
SC/ ST/ PwBD Candidates Rs.175 + GST
All Others Rs.850 + GST

Exam Pattern

Among all the posts in NHB Recruitment 2024, only the JMGS-I (Assistant Manager) position will have an exam. The online examination will consist of both Objective and Descriptive Tests. The Objective Test, worth 200 marks, will have a duration of 3 hours and will consist of 4 sections. Each section of the objective test will have separate timing. The exam will be conducted in both English and Hindi. The details of the online test structure are as follows:

JMGS-I (Assistant Manager):

Name of Tests Questions Marks Duration Type of Test
Reasoning and Computer Aptitude 45 60 60 Minutes Objective
General Awareness (with special focus on Economy & Banking) and Computer Knowledge 50 50 40 Minutes
English Language 25 30 35 Minutes
Quantitative Aptitude (with special emphasis on Data analysis and interpretation) 35 60 45 Minutes
Total 155 200 3 Hours
English Language* (Letter Writing and Essay) 2 25 30 Minutes Descriptive

Note:-

  • Descriptive Test: Candidates will have to answer the Descriptive Test by typing on the computer. The Descriptive Test will commence immediately after the completion of the Objective Test. The Descriptive Test is of qualifying nature, and candidates must secure a minimum score to pass. Evaluation of the Descriptive Test paper is subject to the candidate attaining minimum marks in the Objective Test.
  • Penalty for Wrong Answers: Each question in the Objective Tests will have five choices, with one correct answer. For every wrong answer, one fourth of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted. There is no penalty for questions left blank.

Selection Process

(A). Selection Process for JMGS-I (Assistant Manager):

The selection process for JMGS-I (Assistant Manager) includes an online examination and an interview.

Phase I: Online Examination

  • Consists of both Objective and Descriptive Tests.
  • Objective Test:
    • 200 marks
    • 3 hours duration
    • 4 sections with separate timing for each
    • Minimum score required in each section and overall to qualify for the interview
  • Descriptive Test:
    • Qualifying nature (marks not counted for shortlisting)
    • Minimum score required
    • Evaluation subject to attaining minimum marks in Objective Test
  • Candidates shortlisted for interview based on cut-offs decided by vacancies
  • Scores of online examination and interview not shared before completion of selection process
  • For detailed information on the exam pattern, click here.

Phase II: Interview

  • Merit list prepared based on aggregate marks from Objective Test
  • Minimum aggregate cut-off marks decided by the Bank
  • Roll numbers of shortlisted candidates published on NHB website
  • Interviews at NHB head office in New Delhi
  • Interview details provided in the e-Call Letter
  • Interview can be in Hindi or English
  • Total interview marks: 50
  • Minimum qualifying marks in interview decided by the Bank
  • Weightage: Online Examination (80%) and Interview (20%)
  • Final selection based on combined merit of online examination and interview

(B). Selection Process for Chief Economist (On Deputation)

  • Tenure:
    • Initial period of 3 years, subject to annual performance review
    • Extendable for 2 years based on performance
  • Pay Scale:
    • Option to draw salary, perquisites, and benefits of parent organization plus deputation allowance or pay applicable to TEG Scale – VII (GM) in NHB
  • Age Limit:
    • Maximum age: 55 years
    • Minimum residual service of 5 years as of the last date of application
  • Eligibility:
    • Willing to serve anywhere in India
    • Application forwarded with attested copies of ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years, NOC, and Vigilance Clearance Certificate through proper channel
    • Application form enclosed as Annexure-I
  • Application Submission:
    • Send via Speed Post/Registered Dak to NHB’s office by July 19, 2024
    • Envelope inscription: “For the post of Chief Economist on Deputation”
    • Address: The DGM (HRMD), National Housing Bank, Core 5-A, 5th Floor, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
  • Additional Notes:
    • Selected candidate can be sent back to the parent department before the completion of the deputation period
    • No lien or claim on Bank’s regular establishment for such officers

(C). Selection Process for Various Positions:

General Manager (Scale VII), Chief Economist (On Contract), Assistant General Manager (Scale V), Dy. Managers (Scale II), Senior Project Finance Officer (On Contract), Application Developer (On Contract), Protocol Officer (On Contract), and Project Finance Officer (On Contract)

  • Selection Criteria: Based on shortlisting and Interview.
  • Preliminary Screening: Applications will undergo preliminary screening by the Screening Committee if the number of eligible applicants is high. Shortlisted candidates will be called for the Interview.
  • For Deputy Managers (Scale II): In case of a large number of applications, an online examination may be conducted as a qualifying test. Candidates clearing the cut-off will proceed to the interview. Examination details will be notified separately.
  • Selection Basis: Evaluated on educational qualifications, professional experience, and performance in the Interview.
  • Minimum Marks: Candidates must secure minimum marks in the Interview and overall to be considered for final rank lists.
  • Merit List: Prepared in descending order based on Interview scores. In case of tie (common marks), candidates will be ranked by age.
  • Note: Meeting minimum educational and professional qualifications does not guarantee an Interview call. The Bank reserves the right to decide shortlisting criteria and the number of candidates called for Interview.

Salary Information

Regular Posts:

Post Scale Scale of Pay
General Manager Scale – VII 116120 – 3220/4 – 129000
Assistant General Manager Scale -V 89890 – 2500/2 – 94890 – 2730/2 – 100350
Deputy Manager Scale – II 48170 – 1740/1 – 49910 – 1990/10 – 69810
Assistant Manager Scale-I 36000 – 1490/7 – 46430 – 1740/2 – 49910 – 1990/7-63840

Contractual Posts:

Posts Salary Period of Contract
Chief Economist Market-linked compensation of Rs 5 lacs per month (with a fixed pay of Rs 3.75 lacs and variable pay of Rs 1.25 lacs). The variable pay to be linked to the performance rating. In case of outstation duty, travelling and halting allowances will be as applicable to Scale VII officers of the Bank. The period of contract shall be Initially for a period of 3 years, subject to yearly review, which can be extended for a maximum term of 5 years (one year at a time) or 65 years of age whichever is earlier.
Senior Project Finance Officer Fixed compensation of Rs 3.5 lacs per month. In case of outstation duty, travelling and halting allowances will be as applicable to TEG Scale VI cadre (IBA Scale). The period of contract shall be Initially for a period of 3 years, subject to yearly review, which can be extended for a maximum term of 5 years (one year at a time) or 65 years of age whichever is earlier.
Project Finance Officer Fixed compensation of Rs 2.5 lacs per month. In case of outstation duty, travelling and halting allowances will be as applicable to Scale IV cadre (IBA Scale). The period of contract shall be Initially for a period of 3 years, subject to yearly review, which can be extended for a maximum term of 5 years (one year at a time) or 65 years of age whichever is earlier.
Protocol Officer – Delhi Rs. 0.75 lac per month (consolidated). Travelling and halting allowances shall be paid as per eligibility of Scale III Officers of the Bank. Initially for a period of 3 years, subject to yearly review, which can be extended for a maximum term of 5 years (one year at a time) or 65 years of age whichever is earlier.
Application Developer (on Contract) Rs. 0.85 lacs per month (consolidated) Initial tenure for a period of 2 years which can be extended for a maximum term of 3 years (subject to annual review).

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