Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 545 Local Bank Officer Posts

Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2026: Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, has released an official recruitment notification for the post of Local Bank Officer (LBO) in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). Under this recruitment project, PNB is inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens to fill 545 vacancies across various states and union territories. Candidates possessing a graduate degree with mandatory prior banking experience can submit their applications online through the official website from July 20, 2026, to August 9, 2026.

PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Overview

Here is a quick summary of the key highlights of the recruitment drive:

Important Dates

State-Wise Vacancy Details

A total of 545 vacancies have been distributed across multiple states and union territories. Candidates can apply for vacancies in only one state and must be proficient in the specified local language.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026)

• Minimum Age: 20 Years

• Maximum Age: 30 Years

Upper Age Relaxation:

• SC / ST Category: 5 Years

• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years

• PwBD Category: 10 Years

• Ex-Servicemen & 1984 Riot Affected: 5 Years

2. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must be a Graduate in any discipline from a University/Institution recognized by the Government of India or its regulatory bodies.

• The result of the graduation degree must have been declared on or before 09.08.2026.

3. Mandatory Post-Qualification Work Experience

• Candidates must possess a minimum of 1-year post-qualification work experience in Clerical or Officer Cadre in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (RRB) listed under the Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934.

• Experience must be completed on or before 09.08.2026.

• Advance increments in pay (up to a maximum of 2 increments) may be given to candidates who have worked as Officer cadre in Scheduled Commercial Banks with similar job profiles.

4. Local Language Proficiency

• Candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the designated local language of the applied state.

• Candidates who have studied the local language in 10th or 12th standard are exempted from the Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) upon submitting documentary proof. Others must pass the qualifying LLPT.

Selection Process

The selection process for PNB Local Bank Officers comprises four main phases:

1. Online Written Test: A computer-based test consisting of 5 test sections.

2. Screening: Scrutiny of online applications and submitted eligibility documents prior to LLPT/Interview.

3. Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT): Qualifying test for candidates who did not study the state’s local language in 10th or 12th standard.

4. Personal Interview: Total 50 Marks. Minimum qualifying marks in the interview are 45% (22.50 marks) for SC/ST candidates and 50% (25 marks) for other categories.

Online Written Test Pattern

Negative Marking: One-fourth (0.25) of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every wrong answer. Minimum sectional qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS and 35% for Reserved categories.

Pay Scale, Probation & Service Conditions

• Pay Scale: ₹48480 – 2000/7 – 62480 – 2340/2 – 67160 – 2680/7 – 85920. Candidates are also eligible for DA, CCA, HRA/Leased Accommodation, LFC, and medical benefits as per bank rules.

• Probation Period: 02 years active service from the date of joining.

• State Deployment Rule: Selected LBOs will remain posted within the chosen state until completing 9 years of service or promotion to SMG Scale IV, whichever is earlier.

• Indemnity Bond: Selected candidates must execute an Indemnity Bond to serve the bank for at least 3 years or pay ₹2,00,000 (Rupees Two Lakh Only) in case of leaving earlier.

• Credit History: Candidates must maintain a healthy CIBIL score of 680 or above at the time of joining.

Application Fee

Note: Application fees are non-refundable and must be paid online.

How to Apply Online for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website of Punjab National Bank at pnb.bank.in.

2. Click on the “Recruitments / Careers” tab on the homepage.

3. Select the notification link “Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in Punjab National Bank”.

4. Click on “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION” and enter basic details such as Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.

5. Fill out the application form carefully with educational, personal, and banking work experience details.

6. Upload digital scanned copies of recent Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, Handwritten Declaration, Class 10th/12th/Graduation mark sheets, and Work Experience Certificates in prescribed PDF/JPEG formats.

7. Pay the applicable application fee through Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

8. Preview all filled details carefully and click on COMPLETE REGISTRATION.

9. Print a hard copy of the submitted online application form and payment e-receipt for future reference.

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