PNB Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026
Published: 22 Jul 2026 · Updated: 22 Jul 2026
545 Total Vacancies
Important Dates
| Application Begin | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 Aug 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 09 Aug 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified (tentatively August/September 2026) |
| Admit Card Available | Before exam |
| Result Date | To be announced |
Application Fee
| General | Rs. 1180/- (incl. 18% GST) |
| OBC | Rs. 1180/- (incl. 18% GST) |
| EWS | Rs. 1180/- (incl. 18% GST) |
| SC / ST | Rs. 59/- (incl. 18% GST) |
| Pwbd | Rs. 59/- (incl. 18% GST) |
| Payment Mode | Online only - Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card/Mobile Wallet. Fee is non-refundable. |
Age Limit & Eligibility
| Minimum Age | 20 years |
| Maximum Age | 30 years |
| Age As On | 01 Jul 2026 |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years; OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years; PwBD: 10 years; Ex-Servicemen: 5 years, as per Government of India norms |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a University/Institution recognized by the Government of India, along with a minimum of 1 year post-qualification work experience in the Clerical or Officer cadre in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank. Candidates must also have working knowledge of the local/regional language of the state they are applying for. |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total | Gen | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Bank Officer (LBO) - JMGS-I | 545 | 219 | 107 | 75 | 93 | 51 |
State Wise Vacancy Details
| State / UT | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 4 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 4 |
| Assam | 85 |
| Gujarat | 77 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 9 |
| Karnataka | 78 |
| Ladakh | 2 |
| Maharashtra | 67 |
| Manipur | 6 |
| Meghalaya | 8 |
| Mizoram | 5 |
| Nagaland | 5 |
| Sikkim | 5 |
| Tamil Nadu | 51 |
| Telangana | 41 |
| Tripura | 18 |
| West Bengal | 80 |
How to Apply
- Visit the official PNB recruitment portal (pnb.bank.in) or the IBPS registration link for PNB LBO 2026 and locate the notification.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number to generate provisional registration details.
- Fill in personal, academic and work-experience details, select the state/UT you wish to apply for, and upload photograph, signature and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee online through debit card, credit card, internet banking, IMPS or a mobile wallet.
- Review the filled application form carefully and submit it before 09 August 2026; save/print a copy for future reference.
Selection Process
- Online Written Test
- Screening / Document Verification
- Local Language Proficiency Test (qualifying in nature)
- Personal Interview
State/UT-wise Category Breakdown
| State/UT | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | PwBD | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Assam | 34 | 13 | 7 | 22 | 9 | 3 | 85 |
| Gujarat | 22 | 15 | 8 | 22 | 10 | 3 | 77 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
| Karnataka | 32 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 4 | 78 |
| Ladakh | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Maharashtra | 24 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 14 | 5 | 67 |
| Manipur | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Meghalaya | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Mizoram | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Nagaland | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Sikkim | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Tamil Nadu | 22 | 13 | 7 | 0 | 9 | 4 | 51 |
| Telangana | 20 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 4 | 41 |
| Tripura | 7 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 18 |
| West Bengal | 28 | 12 | 7 | 23 | 10 | 4 | 80 |
| Total | 219 | 93 | 51 | 107 | 75 | 29 | 545 |
PwBD vacancies are a horizontal reservation carved out of the UR/OBC/EWS/SC/ST totals and are not additional to the state total.
Pay Scale (JMGS-I)
| Grade | Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) |
| Basic Pay Scale | Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 |
| Other Benefits | Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance/Leased Accommodation, City Compensatory Allowance, Medical Insurance, Leave Fare Concession, retirement benefits and other allowances as per bank rules |
Online Written Test Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 35 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 25 | 25 | 35 minutes |
| English Language | 25 | 25 | 25 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 35 minutes |
| General/Banking/Economy Awareness | 50 | 50 | 50 minutes |
| Total | 150 | 150 | - |
Qualifying marks: General/EWS 40% per section, reserved categories 35% per section. Negative marking of 1/4th mark for each wrong answer.
Important Notes
- Candidates can apply for only one state/UT, based on their eligibility and local language proficiency; the choice of state cannot be changed later.
- The Local Language Proficiency Test is qualifying in nature - failure to qualify leads to disqualification.
- Personal Interview qualifying marks: 50% for General/OBC/EWS category candidates, 45% for SC/ST/PwBD category candidates.
- Selected candidates will be posted within the chosen state for a minimum period of 9 years, or until promotion to Scale-IV, whichever is earlier.
- PNB has clarified that the bank never asks candidates to deposit any amount for recruitment outside the official application fee; candidates should ignore any fraudulent communication.
Important Links
| Apply Online - Registration | Apply Online ↗ |
| Apply Online - Login | Apply Online ↗ |
| Official Notification / Recruitment Page | Click Here ↗ |
| PNB Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Important Questions
Q. When does the online application for PNB Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026 start?
Ans. Online applications start on 20 Jul 2026.
Q. What is the last date to apply for PNB Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The last date to apply online is 09 Aug 2026.
Q. What is the exam date for PNB Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The exam is scheduled for To be notified (tentatively August/September 2026).
Q. What is the age limit for PNB Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026?
Ans. Minimum age 20 years and maximum age 30 years (as on 01 Jul 2026). See the official notification for age relaxation.
Q. What is the educational qualification for PNB Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026?
Ans. Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a University/Institution recognized by the Government of India, along with a minimum of 1 year post-qualification work experience in the Clerical or Officer cadre in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank. Candidates must also have working knowledge of the local/regional language of the state they are applying for.
Q. How to apply for PNB Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026?
Ans. Use the official link in the Important Links section on this page, or apply through the official website of Punjab National Bank (PNB) before the last date.
Q. What is the official website of Punjab National Bank (PNB)?
Ans. The official website link is provided in the Important Links section above.
Disclaimer: SarkariPitara is not an official government website. The information above is aggregated from the official notification for quick reference. Candidates must read the official notification carefully and verify all details from the official website before applying.