Canara Bank has officially released the Promotion Exam Notification 2025, inviting eligible officers to apply for promotion to MMG Scale-II, MMG Scale-III, and SMG Scale-IV. The promotion process is being conducted under the Long Term Promotion Policy approved by the Board of Directors (Internal Communication No. 145/2023, dated 07.10.2023).
Officers are strongly advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria, qualifying service, rural/semi-urban branch service requirements, and other specific conditions outlined in the notification before submitting their willingness to participate in the promotion process.
Canara Bank Promotion Exam 2025
The Canara Bank Promotion Exam 2025 is scheduled to be conducted online on 23 November 2025 (Sunday), in the Afternoon Session, for officers eligible under both Merit and Normal channels. The exam will be common across all scales and will cover various topics such as General Banking, Circulars, Policies, Banking Law & Practice, and more.
For SMG Scale-IV officers, there will be an additional qualifying computer literacy test, which will assess proficiency in MS Office, CBS controls, and other technology products.
| Canara Bank Promotion Exam Overview | |
|---|---|
| Parameter | Details |
| Recruitment Name | Canara Bank Promotion Exam 2025 |
| Scales | MMG Scale-II, MMG Scale-III, SMG Scale-IV |
| Promotion Channels | Merit & Normal Channel |
| Eligible Officers | Officers in feeder cadres as per policy (JMG Scale-I, MMG Scale-II, MMG Scale-III) |
| Application Mode | HRMS – Self Service |
| Last Date to Submit Willingness | 30 September 2025 |
| Online Test Date | 23 November 2025 (Afternoon) |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Test Syllabus | General Banking, Policies, Circulars, Banking Law & Practice; Computer Literacy for SMG Scale-IV |
Canara Bank Promotion Exam Notification 2025
The Canara Bank Promotion Exam Notification for 2025 offers comprehensive details about the upcoming promotion process. This includes eligibility requirements, qualifying service conditions, rural/semi-urban branch service criteria, APAR (Annual Performance Appraisal) rules, exam structure, and important dates. However, finding the correct notification on the bank’s internal portals or HRM sections can be difficult for many officers. To make the process easier and ensure quick access, here is the direct link to the official Canara Bank Promotion Exam Notification 2025 PDF, which contains all relevant instructions, guidelines, and provisions for eligible candidates.
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Canara Bank Promotion Exam Eligibility Criteria
The Canara Bank Promotion Exam 2025 is open to officers across various scales, available through both Merit and Normal channels. Eligibility is based on factors such as the officer’s current scale, the date of joining or promotion to the feeder cadre, and the completion of the required minimum qualifying service as of 01.04.2026. Additionally, conditions like rural/semi-urban branch service, performance appraisal criteria, and retirement eligibility apply, ensuring that only qualified candidates can participate in the promotion process.
| Canara Bank Promotion Exam Eligibility Criteria | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scale | Promotion Channel | Eligible Officers | Minimum Qualifying Service | Additional Conditions |
| MMG Scale-II | Merit | Officers in JMG Scale-I on or before 01.04.2023 | 3 years | Compliance with promotion policy; rural/semi-urban service for generalist officers considered |
| MMG Scale-II | Normal | Officers in JMG Scale-I on or before 01.04.2021 | 5 years | Same as above |
| MMG Scale-III | Merit | Officers in MMG Scale-II on or before 01.04.2023 | 3 years | Same as above |
| MMG Scale-III | Normal | Officers in MMG Scale-II on or before 01.04.2021 | 5 years | Same as above |
| SMG Scale-IV | Both | Officers in MMG Scale-III on or before 01.04.2023 | 3 years | Mandatory 3 years of rural/semi-urban branch service; provisional promotions not allowed if service incomplete |
Canara Bank Promotion Exam Pattern 2025
The Canara Bank Promotion Exam 2025 will follow a structured online test format, designed to assess officers on both technical knowledge and practical skills. The exam will be the same for both Generalist and Specialist officers across all scales, covering topics such as General Banking, Circulars, Internal Communications, Policies, and Banking Law & Practice. For officers in the SMG Scale-IV, an additional qualifying computer literacy test will be included to evaluate proficiency in MS Office, CBS controls, and various technology products, ensuring that officers are well-prepared for higher-level responsibilities.
| Canara Bank Promotion Exam Pattern 2025 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scale | Test Type | Subjects / Topics | Marks | Duration | Additional Test |
| MMG Scale-II | Online Test | General Banking, Circulars, Policies, Banking Law & Practice | As per the promotion policy | Afternoon Session (23 Nov 2025) | None |
| MMG Scale-III | Online Test | General Banking, Circulars, Policies, Banking Law & Practice | As per the promotion policy | Afternoon Session (23 Nov 2025) | None |
| SMG Scale-IV | Online Test | General Banking, Circulars, Policies, Banking Law & Practice | As per the promotion policy | Afternoon Session (23 Nov 2025) | Qualifying Computer Literacy Test covering MS Office, CBS controls, Technology Products immediately after General Banking Test |
