The Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released the official notification for the PNB LBO Recruitment 2026. The bank is inviting online applications for 545 Local Bank Officer (LBO) positions under the Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). Interested candidates with banking experience can apply through the official website.
Recruitment Overview
| Authority | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (LBO) – JMGS I Scale |
| Total Vacancies | 545 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India (State-wise) |
Key Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 20 July 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 09 August 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 09 August 2026
- Tentative Online Written Examination: August / September 2026
Vacancy Details
A total of 545 vacancies are announced across 17 states. Some of the major openings include Assam (85), Karnataka (78), and Gujarat (77).
Warning: Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the state they apply for, and selected candidates will be posted in the state for which they submit their application.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification & Experience
- Graduation in any discipline from a Government of India recognized University or Institution.
- Minimum 1 year of post-qualification work experience in the Clerical or Officer cadre of a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (RRB).
- Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak the local language of the state applied for.
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age relaxations are available for reserved categories: OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) gets 3 years, SC/ST gets 5 years, and PwBD gets 10 years.
Application Fee
- SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: Rs. 59 (including GST)
- All Other Categories: Rs. 1,180 (including GST)
Salary and Probation
Selected candidates will be placed in the JMGS-I scale with a starting basic pay of Rs. 48,480. The overall pay scale is Rs. 48,480 – 85,920. The appointed officers will undergo a probation period of 2 years and must sign a service bond of 3 years or Rs. 2,00,000.
Selection Process
The recruitment process for the PNB Local Bank Officer involves four stages:
- Online Written Examination (150 questions, 150 marks, 180 minutes duration)
- Screening of Applications and Documents
- Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
- Personal Interview
Required Documents
- Valid Graduation degree/mark sheets
- Experience Certificate from a Scheduled Commercial Bank or RRB
- Scanned Passport-size photograph and signature
- Left-hand thumb impression and handwritten declaration
- Category certificate, if applicable
Application Steps
- Visit the official website at pnb.bank.in and go to the Recruitment/Careers section.
- Click on the PNB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Register by clicking on “Click Here for New Registration” using your name, mobile number, and email ID.
- Fill in your personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the application fee online using the provided payment gateway.
- Submit the final application and take a printout for future reference.
Important Official Links
- Official Website: https://pnb.bank.in
- Official Notification PDF: Available on the PNB Careers portal under the LBO 2026 section.
