PNB Hosts Facilitation Camp for Central Government Salary Account Package

The camp was held at the Department of Financial Services (DFS) premises in the Jeevan Deep building and brought together all Public Sector Banks (PSBs) in a collaborative outreach effort.

Punjab National Bank (PNB) organized a major facilitation camp in New Delhi on 17 February 2026 as part of the Government’s newly launched ‘Salary Account Package for Central Government Employees’ initiative, aimed at strengthening financial security and improving banking convenience for government staff.

The camp was held at the Department of Financial Services (DFS) premises in the Jeevan Deep building and brought together all Public Sector Banks (PSBs) in a collaborative outreach effort.

The event was inaugurated by Shri M. Nagaraju, Secretary, DFS, along with the Managing Director and CEO of PNB, and was attended by senior officials from DFS and participating banks.

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Government Push for Financial Outreach to Employees

Speaking at the event, Secretary Nagaraju said the initiative reflects the Government’s commitment to ensuring effective access to integrated financial services for Central Government employees.

He appreciated the coordinated role of PSBs in delivering customized banking solutions and urged employees to actively participate in such camps to take full advantage of the benefits offered under the package.

The facilitation camps are being rolled out across government office buildings nationwide as part of a broader outreach strategy to build awareness and enable smooth enrollment.

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Nationwide Camps Across Ministries and Departments

DFS has assigned Public Sector Banks as nodal coordinators to work with different Ministries and Departments and ensure participation from all other PSBs.

Banks have already begun organizing camps across several government offices, with remaining ministries in the process of finalizing dates.

This coordinated approach is designed to ensure that Central Government employees across the country have direct access to information, onboarding support and tailored financial products.

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Salary Account Package Launched in January 2026

The Salary Account Package for Central Government Employees was officially launched on 14 January 2026 by the Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, in association with all 12 Public Sector Banks.

The initiative aims to deliver:

• Enhanced financial protection

• Improved service delivery

• Greater banking convenience

• A unified one-stop solution

The package is structured around three key pillars:

• Banking

• Insurance

• Cards

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Key Benefits Offered Under the Package

The Salary Account Package includes a wide range of enhanced features, such as:

Banking सुविधाएं

• Zero-balance salary account with upgraded facilities

• Free remittances via RTGS/NEFT/UPI

• Free cheque book services

• Concessions on locker rental and loan processing charges

• Concessional interest rates on housing, education, vehicle and personal loans

Insurance Coverage

• Personal Accident Insurance up to ₹1.5 crore

• Air Accident Insurance up to ₹2 crore

• Permanent Total/Partial Disability cover up to ₹1.5 crore

• Life insurance benefits up to ₹20 lakh, with optional top-up coverage

• Comprehensive medical insurance for self and family, with add-on options

Debit and Credit Card Benefits

• Enhanced privileges and offers on debit and credit cards

• Improved convenience and service features for account holders

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Strengthening Financial Protection Through PSB Coordination

DFS said the initiative reflects the Government’s broader goal of strengthening financial inclusion, protection and service delivery for Central Government employees through coordinated efforts between the Ministry of Finance and Public Sector Banks.

With facilitation camps now being expanded across ministries and departments, the Salary Account Package is expected to become a flagship employee-focused banking initiative, offering improved security, convenience and long-term financial support.