Karnataka Bank Ltd, a public sector lender, has announced changes in its senior management. Mr. Ramesh Bhat, General Manager and Head of Credit Monitoring Department, has retired from the bank after attaining superannuation, effective March 31, 2025. As a result, Mr. Nagaraja Upadhyaya B, General Manager, will assume charge as Head of the Credit Monitoring Department on April 1, 2025.

Mr. Upadhyaya B, who joined the bank in 1996 as a clerk, has held various positions, including Branch Head, Regional Head of the Hyderabad and Tumakuru Regions, and Head of the Credit Marketing Department at Mangalore. Currently, he is working as the General Manager and is in charge of the Bengaluru Region. With his new appointment, he will also be a Senior Management Personnel of the Bank.

With Mr. Bhat’s retirement, he ceased to be a Senior Management Personnel of the Bank. The changes are aimed at ensuring a smooth transition and maintaining the bank’s operational efficiency. The new appointment demonstrates the bank’s commitment to promoting from within and developing its talent pool. The development is significant, and it will be interesting to see how the new leadership shapes the bank’s future initiatives and strategies.

Karnataka Bank has announced recruitment for various positions of Chief Auditors (CA), IT, and Law professionals. The bank is seeking applications from qualified and experienced candidates for these roles. The application process for these positions has begun, and interested candidates can apply online on the official website of Karnataka Bank.

The jobs available under this recruitment drive include:

* Chief Auditors (CA): The bank is looking for Chartered Accountants with a strong background in auditing and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the same field.
* IT Professionals: The bank requires IT professionals with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the banking and IT industry, with expertise in areas such as digital banking, Bank’s core banking solution, and banking software applications.
* Law Professionals: The bank is seeking advocates with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field of banking laws, contractual laws, and other allied laws.

To be eligible, the candidates must possess the following qualifications and experience:

* For CA position: A Chartered Accountant (CA) degree from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
* For IT position: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT or relevant field, and a minimum of 2 years of experience in the banking and IT industry
* For Law position: A law degree from a recognized university, and a minimum of 5 years of experience as an advocate

The selection process will consist of an online written test, followed by an interview. The test will assess the candidates’ knowledge, skills, and aptitude for the respective roles.

Candidates can apply online by visiting the Karnataka Bank website and following the instructions provided. The last date for submitting the application will be announced soon. The bank also expects candidates to attach their resume, ID proof, and educational certificates.

For further details on the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, and application procedure, candidates can refer to the Karnataka Bank’s official website or contact their nearest branch. It is essential to note that the bank will communicate with the candidates through SMS and/or email regarding the further details of the recruitment process.