Punjab National Bank (PNB) has announced recruitment for the post of Local Bank Officer (LBO) under JMGS-I scale. This PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 invites online applications for a total of 545 vacancies across various states in India. Selected candidates will be deployed within their state of application and will have to serve the bank for a specified period. The recruitment involves multiple stages including an online written test, screening, local language proficiency test, and personal interview.
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Vacancies of PNB LBO Recruitment 2026
| State | Mandatory Language | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 4 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 77 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 78 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 67 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 41 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 51 |
| West Bengal | Bengali | 80 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu/ Dogri/ Kashmiri | 9 |
| Ladakh | Urdu/ Purgi/ Bhoti | 2 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 4 |
| Assam | Assamese/ Bodo | 85 |
| Manipur | Manipuri/ Meitei | 6 |
| Meghalaya | Garo/ Khasi | 8 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 5 |
| Nagaland | English | 5 |
| Sikkim | Nepali/ Sikkimese | 5 |
| Tripura | Bengali/ Kokborok | 18 |
Salary and Benefits
- The selected Local Bank Officers under PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 will receive a salary scale of ₹48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920.
- In addition to the basic pay, candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) or leased accommodation, leave fare concession, medical insurance, retirement benefits, and other perquisites as per the bank’s rules.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality/ Citizenship
- Candidate must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal, Bhutan, Tibetan refugee who came over before 1st January 1962, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with government certificate of eligibility.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 20 years
- Maximum age: 30 years (as on 1st July 2026)
- Relaxations in upper age limit are applicable as per category:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-creamy layer): 3 years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- Persons affected by 1984 riots: 5 years
Educational Qualification
- Candidate should be a graduate in any discipline from a recognized university or institution approved by the Government of India to be eligible for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026.
- Valid mark sheet or degree certificate must be possessed at the time of registration.
Experience
- Minimum one year post-qualification work experience in Clerical/ Officer cadre in Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank.
- Prior experience similar to Scale-I Generalist Officer in Scheduled Commercial Banks may fetch up to two advance increments.
- Proof of experience must be submitted in the prescribed format.
Local Language Proficiency
Candidates must be proficient in the specified local language (reading, writing, and speaking) of the state for which they apply. Those who have not studied the local language in 10th or 12th standard must qualify in a Local Language Proficiency Test conducted by the bank.
Selection Process
The selection for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 involves four phases:
- Online Written Test
- Screening of documents and eligibility
- Local Language Proficiency Test (if applicable)
- Personal Interview
The bank reserves the right to modify or omit any stages in the selection process.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 35 |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 25 | 25 | 35 |
| English Language | 25 | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 35 |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Negative marking applies: one-fourth mark deducted for each wrong answer.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the application portal of PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 by clicking on the link given below
- Register as a new user and fill the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, handwritten declaration, caste/ disability certificates, educational and experience documents as required.
- Pay the application fee online through available payment modes.
- Submit the application form of PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 and take a printout for future reference.
Fees
| SC/ ST/ PwBD | ₹50 + GST @18% = ₹59 (only postage charges) |
| All Others | ₹1000 + GST @18% = ₹1180 |
Key Dates
| Opening Date of Online Registration | 20th July 2026 |
| Closing Date of Online Registration | 9th August 2026 |
| Tentative Date of Online Test | August / September 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit for PNB LBO recruitment?
Minimum 20 years and maximum 30 years with applicable age relaxations.
What is the educational qualification required?
A graduate degree from a recognized university or institution.
How many vacancies are there for the Local Bank Officer position?
There are 545 vacancies across various states.
Is proficiency in a local language mandatory?
Yes, candidates must be proficient in the local language of the applied state.
What are the stages in the selection process?
The selection includes an online written test, screening, local language proficiency test, and personal interview.
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