PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 545 Local Bank Officer Posts
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released a new recruitment notification for 545 Local Bank Officer (LBO) posts under Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). Candidates who have completed Graduation and have the required banking experience can apply online.
The good news for Assam candidates is that 85 vacancies are available for Assam. Interested candidates can submit their online applications from 20 July 2026 to 9 August 2026.
Note : For the latest Assam Govt and Central Govt job and Results updates, Please visit Dainik Sakori site regularly.
PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (LBO) |
| Grade | JMGS-I |
| Total Posts | 545 Posts |
| Assam Vacancy | 85 Posts |
| Job Type | Bank Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Experience | Minimum 1 Year |
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 Years |
| Salary | ₹48,480 to ₹85,920 |
| Application Start Date | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date | 9 August 2026 |
PNB LBO Vacancy 2026
Post Name
Local Bank Officer (LBO)
Total Posts
545 Posts
Assam Vacancy
85 Posts
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive salary as per JMGS-I Scale.
Pay Scale:
₹48,480 – 2,000 (7 years) – ₹62,480 – 2,340 (2 years) – ₹67,160 – 2,680 (7 years) – ₹85,920
State-wise Vacancy Details
| State | Local 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 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates should be 20 to 30 years as on 1 July 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.
- Degree should be completed on or before 9 August 2026.
Experience
Applicants should have:
- Minimum one year post-qualification work experience
- Experience should be in Clerical or Officer Cadre
- Experience must be from any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (RRB).
Local Language Requirement
Applicants must be able to:
- Read
- Write
- Speak
the local language of the state for which they are applying.
Note: A candidate can apply for only one state.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹59 |
| All Other Categories | ₹1,180 |
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes the following stages:
- Online Written Examination
- Document Screening
- Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) (if applicable)
- Personal Interview
Online Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 / Economy / Banking Awareness | 50 | 50 | 50 Minutes |
Total
- 150 Questions
- 150 Marks
Negative Marking
- 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
Candidates who have not studied the required local language in Class 10 or Class 12 must appear for the Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT).
The test will check:
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking skills
Personal Interview
Candidates who qualify the written exam and LLPT (if required) will be called for the interview.
- Interview Marks: 50
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- SC/ST: 22.5 Marks (45%)
- Others: 25 Marks (50%)
Final selection will be based on:
- Written Examination
- Personal Interview
- LLPT Qualification (where applicable)
- Document Verification
How to Apply for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official PNB recruitment portal.
- Open the Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Register using your basic details.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload your photograph, signature and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 9 August 2026 |
| Online Test (Tentative) | August / September 2026 |
Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?
There are 545 Local Bank Officer (LBO) vacancies.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in Assam?
There are 85 vacancies for Assam.
Q3. What is the qualification required?
Candidates must have a Graduate degree from a recognized university along with minimum one year banking experience.
Q4. What is the age limit?
Candidates should be 20 to 30 years as on 1 July 2026.
Q5. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 9 August 2026.
Q6. What is the salary of a PNB Local Bank Officer?
The salary ranges from ₹48,480 to ₹85,920 as per the JMGS-I pay scale.
