Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released a notification for 545 Local Bank Officer (LBO) posts in JMGS‑I (Junior Management Grade Scale‑I). Online applications can be submitted from 20 July 2026 to 9 August 2026.
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Application Fee
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹59 (including GST)
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹1,180 (including GST)
Vacancy & Salary
- Total posts: 545 Local Bank Officer (LBO)
- Posts are state‑wise, and candidates are posted in the same state for which they apply.
- Pay scale: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 per month, plus DA, HRA, CCA and other benefits.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Minimum 1 year of banking experience in a scheduled commercial bank / RRB (as per detailed notification).
- Must be proficient in the local language (read, write, speak) of the state for which you apply.
- You can apply for only one state, and posting will be in that same state.
Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)
- Minimum age: 20 years
- Maximum age: 30 years
- Upper age relaxation as per rules:
- SC / ST: +5 years
- OBC (NCL): +3 years
- PwBD: +10 years
- Ex‑servicemen, certain other categories: as per government norms
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
Online Written Exam
- Total questions: 150
- Total marks: 150
- Duration: 180 minutes
Sections generally include:
- Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
- Data Analysis & Interpretation
- English Language
- Quantitative Aptitude
- General / Economy / Banking Awareness
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
Further Stages
- Online written examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test
- Personal interview
- Final merit list and document verification
Required Documents
- Passport‑size photograph
- Signature
- Left thumb impression and handwritten declaration, if prescribed
- Graduation degree and mark sheets
- Banking experience certificate
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
How to Apply
- Visit the official PNB website and open the Recruitment / Careers section.
- Click on the link for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online.
- Complete new registration using your mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in personal details, education, bank experience, and state choice.
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online according to your category.
- Submit the form and save/print the final application for reference.
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FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there?
There are 545 Local Bank Officer posts.
Q2. What are the form dates?
You can apply from 20 July 2026 to 9 August 2026.
Q3. Who can apply?
Graduates aged 20–30 years with at least one year of banking experience and knowledge of the local language of the chosen state.
Q4. What is the salary?
Pay scale ₹48,480–₹85,920, with additional allowances making the in‑hand salary higher.
Q5. Can I apply for more than one state?
No, you can apply for only one state, and you will be posted in that same state.
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