PNB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 545 LBO Vacancies – Apply Online, Eligibility, Salary & Last Date

Punjab National Bank (PNB) Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 545 LBO Vacancies

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has officially released the PNB Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026 Notification for 545 vacancies in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). Graduates with the required banking experience can apply online from 20 July 2026 to 09 August 2026. The recruitment process includes an Online Written Test, Screening, Local Language Proficiency Test, and Personal Interview. Selected candidates will receive a starting basic pay of ₹48,480 along with DA, HRA, medical benefits, retirement benefits, and other allowances as per bank rules. Candidates can apply for only one state, and postings will remain within the selected state for the prescribed period.

Quick Overview

Vacancy Details

State-wise Vacancy Distribution

North East State-wise Vacancy Distribution

Category-wise Vacancy

Category-wise Vacancy For Assam Only

Educational Qualification & Other Eligibility

Essential Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess a Graduation (Bachelor's Degree) in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution
• The candidate must have a valid passing certificate or mark sheet on or before 09 August 2026

Work Experience

Candidates must have a minimum of one year of post-qualification experience as an Officer in any of the following:

• Scheduled Commercial Bank (SCB), or
• Regional Rural Bank (RRB).

Local Language Proficiency

• Applicants must be proficient in the local language of the state/UT for which they are applying.
• Candidates who have studied the specified local language in their 10th or 12th standard are generally exempted from the Local Language Proficiency Test.

Age Limit & Date of Birth

• Age will be calculated as on 01 July 2026.
• Minimum Age - 20 Years (Candidates Should Be Born On or Before 01 July 2006 )

Salary

• Scale - Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I)
• Pay Scale - ₹48,480 – 2,000/7 – 62,480 – 2,340/2 – 67,160 – 2,680/7 – 85,920
• Starting Basic Pay - ₹48,480

Application Fee

Important Dates

Selection Process

1. Online Written Test
2. Personal Interview
3. Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT) (wherever applicable)
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination
6. Final Selection

Exam Pattern

• Duration of Exam - 180 minutes
• Question Types - Objective-type questions
• Negative Marking - 0.25%
• Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks of- 40% for General/EWS category & 35% for Reserved category in each section.
• The Bank reserves the right to revise the minimum qualifying criteria at its sole discretion.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can apply online by following the steps below:

1. Visit the official website of Punjab National Bank (PNB).
2. Go to the Recruitment/Careers section.
3. Click on the "Recruitment for Local Bank Officer (LBO) 2026-27" link.
4. Register yourself by providing the required basic details.
5. Fill in the online application form carefully with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
6. Upload the required documents, including your photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and other prescribed certificates in the specified format.
7. Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway, if applicable.
8. Preview the application form and verify all the details before final submission.
9. Submit the application form and download/print the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.

Important Web Links To Apply

Important Points To Remember

• Candidates can apply for only one State/UT under this recruitment.
• The selected candidates will be posted within the State/UT for which they have applied.
• Selected candidates will be on probation for 2 years from the date of joining.
• Selected candidates will be required to execute a Service Bond of ₹3,00,000 to serve the Bank for a minimum period of 3 years.
• Keep a printout of the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference.

FAQs

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in PNB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Punjab National Bank has announced 545 vacancies for the post of Local Bank Officer (LBO) (JMGS-I).

Q2. What are the online application dates for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The online application process starts on 20 July 2026 and closes on 09 August 2026.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Candidates must possess a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university and have minimum one year of post-qualification experience as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank (SCB) or Regional Rural Bank (RRB).

Q4. What is the age limit for PNB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Candidates must be 20 to 30 years of age as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for eligible reserved categories as per the official notification.

Q5. What is the selection process for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The selection process includes an Online Written Test, Personal Interview, Local Language Proficiency Test (where applicable), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.

Q6. What is the salary of a PNB Local Bank Officer (LBO)?

Ans: The pay scale is ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 under Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) along with applicable allowances and other benefits as per Bank rules.

Q7. Is work experience mandatory for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Yes. Candidates must have at least one year of post-qualification experience as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank (SCB) or Regional Rural Bank (RRB).

Q8. Is knowledge of the local language mandatory?

Ans: Yes. Candidates must be proficient in the prescribed local language of the State/UT they apply for. Those who have not studied the local language in Class 10th or 12th must qualify the Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT).

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