Introduction
Understanding the Exam Pattern and Syllabus will help the candidates in devising effective preparation strategies. Speed/ Time management is vital in obtaining a good score in any competitive exam and hence, analysis of NHB Assistant Manager Exam Pattern and Syllabus is very crucial to be able to complete the exams in the stipulated time.
The NHB Assistant Manager Selection Process involves two phases: Online Examination followed by a Personal Interview.
Phase I
NHB Assistant Manager Exam Pattern - Phase I - Online Exam
Online examination will consist of both Objective and Descriptive Tests.
Objective Tests for 200 marks will be of 3 hours duration consisting of 4 sections. The objective test will have separate timing for each section. The details of online test structure will be as follows:
*Descriptive Test is a test of English Language for 25 marks.
| Sr.No. | Name of Tests | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of Exam | Time allotted for each test (Separately timed) | Type of Test |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reasoning and Computer Aptitude | 45 | 60 | English & Hindi | 60 Minutes | Objective |
| 2 | General Awareness (with special focus on Economy & Banking) and Computer Knowledge | 50 | 50 | English & Hindi | 40 Minutes | |
| 3 | English Language | 25 | 30 | English | 35 Minutes | |
| 4 | Quantitative Aptitude (with special emphasis on Data analysis and interpretation) | 35 | 60 | English & Hindi | 45 Minutes | |
| Total | 155 | 200 | 03 Hours | |||
| English Language* (Letter Writing and Essay) | 02 | 25 | English | 30 minutes | Descriptive | |
- Test will be of 30 minutes duration consisting of two parts Letter Writing and Essay.
- Candidates will have to answer Descriptive Test by typing on the computer.
- Descriptive Test will commence immediately after completion of the Objective Test.
- Descriptive Test is of qualifying nature and candidates have to secure minimum score in the Descriptive Test.
- Evaluation of Descriptive Test paper is subject to candidate attaining minimum marks in Objective Test.
Note:
Each question in Objective Tests will have five alternative choices, out of which one will be the correct answer. There will be a penalty for wrong answers marked in the Objective Tests. For every wrong answer marked, one fourth of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty to arrive at corrected score. If a question is left blank, i.e. no answer is marked by the candidate, there will be no penalty for that question.
Phase II
NHB Assistant Manager Exam Pattern - Phase II - Interview
A category wise merit list will be prepared on the basis of the aggregate marks scored in the Objective Test. The minimum aggregate cut off marks for being shortlisted for Interview will be decided by the Bank in relation to the number of vacancies.
- Roll No. of the candidates shortlisted for interview will be published on NHB website.
- Interviews will be conducted at NHB head office in New Delhi ONLY.
- Details regarding time & date of Interview will be informed to the shortlisted candidates in the e-Call Letter.
- Candidates are required to download their interview e-Call Letters from the official website of NHB www.nhb.org.in.
- Candidate may opt for interview either in Hindi or English.
- Final Selection will be through merit list which will be prepared by adding marks secured by candidates in online examination and interview.
Note:
Please note that any request regarding change in date, time, centre etc. of interview will not be entertained. However, the Bank reserves the right to change the date/ venue/ time/ centre etc. of interview at its discretion, under unforeseen circumstances, if any.