Overview
The Nainital Bank Limited invites applications from experienced and retired public sector bankers for the contractual position of HR Advisor. This is a unique opportunity for senior professionals to contribute their expertise at the Bank's Head Office in Nainital, Uttarakhand. The recruitment aims to fill one vacancy for a period of one year, extendable up to three years based on performance and mutual agreement. Eligible candidates, specifically those who have superannuated, retired, or opted for VRS from a public sector bank at the level of Assistant General Manager (AGM) or above, are encouraged to apply via email before the deadline of November 07, 2026.
About The Nainital Bank Limited
Established in 1922 by Bharat Ratna Late Pt. Govind Ballabh Pant and other eminent personalities, The Nainital Bank Limited is a distinguished Private Sector Scheduled Commercial Bank with nearly a century of legacy. Headquartered in Nainital, Uttarakhand, the bank operates through 3 Regional Offices located in Haldwani, Dehradun, and Noida, overseeing a robust network of 178 branches spread across Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, and Rajasthan. Its Head Office is at Seven Oaks, Mallital, Nainital- 263001 (Uttarakhand).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | October 31, 2026 |
| Age Counted As On | October 31, 2026 |
| Last Date to Email Application | November 07, 2026 |
Vacancy Details
The Nainital Bank is recruiting for the following position:
| Post Name | Vacancies | Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| HR Advisor (On Contract) | 1 | Lump sum payment of Rs. 100,000/- per month (Maximum Rs. 12.00 lakh per annum) |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates must be a minimum of 50 years and a maximum of 65 years of age as on October 31, 2026.
Educational Qualification
The official notification does not specify a minimum educational qualification. However, the role demands extensive professional experience as detailed below.
Experience and Other Requirements
- Applicants must have superannuated, retired, or opted for Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) from a public sector bank.
- They should have held a Grade/Scale equivalent to AGM (Assistant General Manager) or above at the time of retirement/separation.
- Candidates must possess a comprehensive understanding of labour laws, human resources (HR) and industrial relations (IR) issues, organizational policies, and effective people management strategies.
Job Profile
The HR Advisor will be responsible for a wide range of HR functions, including:
- Advising management on HR policies, automation initiatives, and compliance matters.
- Supporting strategic workforce planning, capacity building, and succession planning within the bank.
- Managing training needs assessment, HR technology, and analytics.
- Mentoring and guiding the existing HR team.
- Assisting in disciplinary, legal, and employee relations cases.
- Providing advice on IR issues, employee deployment, engagement, and welfare.
- Ensuring fair treatment of staff in accordance with employment laws and company policy.
- Interpreting and enforcing HR policies and procedures.
- Assisting in drafting and updating HR policies and employee handbooks.
- Supporting the management of performance review cycles and advising managers on performance improvement plans and goal setting.
- Contributing to talent management initiatives and undertaking other HR-related assignments as required by the bank.
Selection Process
The selection process for the HR Advisor position will involve the following stages:
- Application Screening: Applications received will be meticulously screened based on the specified eligibility criteria and the relevance of the candidate's experience.
- Shortlisting: A requisite number of eligible and suitable candidates will be shortlisted for the interview round.
- Personal Interview: Final selection will be determined solely based on the candidate's performance in the Personal Interview.
Meeting the minimum eligibility norms does not automatically guarantee an interview call. The bank retains the right to reject any application deemed unsuitable without providing a reason and to invite only a limited number of eligible candidates for the interview.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates must apply by emailing their application in the prescribed format to the bank's recruitment desk:
- Download and accurately fill the application form available in the official notification.
- Affix a recent passport-sized photograph in the designated space.
- Sign the completed application form.
- Scan the application form along with all necessary prescribed documents.
- Email the scanned application and documents to recruitment@nainitalbank.co.in on or before November 07, 2026.
Please note that incomplete or illegible applications will be rejected. The bank also reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage without prior notice.