PNB LBO Recruitment 2026: Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released the PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 notification for 545 Local Bank Officer (LBO) vacancies in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). The vacancies are available across 17 states, and candidates can apply for only one state, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and are proficient in the local language of that state. The online application process starts on 20 July 2026 and will remain open until 9 August 2026. Candidates can check the notification for complete details regarding vacancies, eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, important dates, and the online application process.
Scale of Pay: 48480-2000/ 7-62480-2340/ 2-67160-2680/ 7-85920
Job Location
All India
Last Date to Apply
09 August 2026
Mode of Application
Online
Category
PNB Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Official Website
pnb.bank.in
Important Dates
Notification Release Date: 20 July 2026
Online Application Start Date: 20 July 2026
Last Date to Apply Online: 09 August 2026 (11:59 PM)
Online Examination: August / September 2026 (Tentative)
Admit Card: To Be Released Soon
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS: ₹1,180/-
SC / ST / PwBD: ₹59/-
Payment Mode: Online
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 20 Years
Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age will be calculated as on 01 July 2026.
Age relaxation will be applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India and PNB rules.
Educational Qualification
Post Name
Educational Qualification
Local Bank Officer (LBO)
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university, knowledge of the local language of the applied state, and a minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience.
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancies
Local Bank Officer (LBO)
545
State / Category Wise Vacancies
State Name
Language
SC
ST
OBC
EWS
UR
Total
Andhra Pradesh
Telugu
0
0
0
0
4
4
Gujarat
Gujarati
15
8
22
10
22
77
Karnataka
Kannada
13
7
17
9
32
78
Maharashtra
Marathi
12
10
7
14
24
67
Telangana
Telugu
8
3
1
9
20
41
Tamil Nadu
Tamil
13
7
0
9
22
51
West Bengal
Bengali
12
7
23
10
28
80
Jammu & Kashmir
Urdu/ Dogri/ Kashmiri
2
0
5
2
0
9
Ladakh
Urdu/ Purgi/ Bhoti
0
0
0
0
2
2
Arunachal Pradesh
English
0
0
1
0
3
4
Assam
Assamese/ Bodo
13
7
22
9
34
85
Manipur
Manipuri/ Meitei
1
0
1
0
4
6
Meghalaya
Garo/ Khasi
1
0
2
0
5
8
Mizoram
Mizo
0
0
1
0
4
5
Nagaland
English
0
0
1
0
4
5
Sikkim
Nepali/ Sikkimese
0
0
1
0
4
5
Tripura
Bengali/ Kokborok
3
2
3
3
7
18
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,920.
Apart from the basic pay, candidates will also be eligible for Dearness Allowance (DA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) or leased accommodation, Leave Fare Concession (LFC), medical insurance, retirement benefits, and other allowances and benefits as per Punjab National Bank rules.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
Online Written Examination
Screening / Document Verification
Local Language Proficiency Test
Personal Interview
Medical Examination
Exam Pattern
Negative Marking : 1/4th
Subject
Questions
Marks
Duration
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
25
25
35 Mins
Data Analysis & Interpretation
25
25
35 Mins
English Language
25
25
25 Mins
Quantitative Aptitude
25
25
35 Mins
General / Economy / Banking Awareness
50
50
50 Mins
Total
150
150
03 Hours
How to Apply for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online for the Punjab National Bank (PNB) Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026 by following these simple steps:
Visit the official Punjab National Bank website and open the Recruitment/Career section.
Click on “Click Here for New Registration” and enter your basic personal details to create your account. A Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated and sent to your registered email ID and mobile number.
Log in again using the Provisional Registration Number and Password to complete the online application form.
Upload the required scanned documents, including your recent passport-size photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and handwritten declaration, in the prescribed format.
Carefully verify all the information entered using the “Save and Next” option. Once you click “Complete Registration,” no further changes will be allowed.
Pay the application fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, UPI, or Wallets.
After successful payment, an e-receipt will be generated.
Download and print the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference. There is no need to send the printed application form or any documents to the bank.
PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
Q1. How many vacancies are available in PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?
Punjab National Bank has announced 545 vacancies for the post of Local Bank Officer (LBO) in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). These vacancies are distributed across 17 states.
Q2. What is the educational qualification required for the PNB LBO post?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution. They must also fulfill the prescribed local language and work experience requirements mentioned in the notification.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?
The online application process will remain open until 09 August 2026.
Q4. What is the age limit for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?
Applicants must be 20 to 30 years of age as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation for reserved categories will be provided as per Government and PNB rules.
Q5. Can I apply for the PNB LBO Recruitment in more than one state?
No. Candidates are allowed to apply for only one state. Submitting applications for multiple states will make the candidate ineligible for the recruitment process.
