Punjab National Bank (PNB)
Quick Summary
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released the PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 notification for 545 vacancies in the JMGS I Scale. Eligible graduates between 20-30 years with 1 year experience can apply online. The last date to apply is 9th August 2026.
Job Location
Across India
Salary / Pay Scale
Rs. 48,480 - 85,920
Full Information
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released the Punjab National Bank LBO (Local Bank Officer) Recruitment 2026 notification for 545 vacancies. The recruitment is for the post of Local Bank Officer in the JMGS I Scale. To apply for the Local Bank Officer (LBO) position in PNB, candidates must have completed their graduation and be between the ages of 20 and 30 years. Additionally, 1 year of banking experience and proficiency in the local language are required.
Recruitment Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Posts | Local Bank Officer (LBO) |
| Vacancies | 545 |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official website | pnb.bank.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20th July 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 20th July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 9th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fees | 9th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Print Application | 24th August 2026 |
| PNB LBO Exam Date 2026 | August/September 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown (State-wise)
| State | Language | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 77 | 22 | 15 | 8 | 22 | 10 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 78 | 32 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 9 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 67 | 24 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 14 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 41 | 20 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 51 | 22 | 13 | 7 | 0 | 9 |
| West Bengal | Bengali | 80 | 28 | 12 | 7 | 23 | 10 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu/Dogri/Kashmiri | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 |
| Assam | Assamese/Bodo | 85 | 34 | 13 | 7 | 22 | 9 |
| Tripura | Bengali/ Kokborok | 18 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Others (Ladakh, AP, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim) | Various | 35 | - | - | - | - | - |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026)
Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years old.
| Categories | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Other Backward Classes (Non-creamy layer) | 3 years |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen, ECOs, SSCOs | 5 years |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years |
Education & Work Experience
- Education: Candidates must have completed a graduation degree from a recognised university with a valid mark sheet/degree.
- Experience: Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience as a clerical/officer cadre in Scheduled Commercial/Regional Rural Banks.
Selection Process
Selected candidates will be on probation for 2 years. The selection process involves 4 stages:
- Stage 1: Online Written Test
- Stage 2: Screening of documents
- Stage 3: Local Language Proficiency Test
- Stage 4: Personal Interview
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Subjects | No. of Questions/Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 150/150 | 180 minutes |
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fees |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD category candidates | Rs. 50/- + GST @18% = Rs. 59/- (only postage charges) |
| All Others | Rs. 1000/- + GST @18% = Rs. 1180/- |
Documents Required (Format Details)
- Photograph: 4.5 (L) × 3.5cm (W) | Size: 20KB to 50KB | JPG/JPEG
- Signature: 140 x 60 pixels | Size: 10KB - 20KB
- Left Thumb Impression: 240 x 240 pixels | Size: 20KB - 50KB
- Hand-written Declaration: 800 x 400 pixels | Size: 50KB - 100KB
Salary Structure
Grade Scale: JMGS-I
Starting Basic Pay: Rs. 48,480/-
Pay Scale: Rs 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920/-
In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates are entitled to DA, CCA, HRA, Leased Accommodation, Leave Fare Concession, Medical Insurance, and Retirement Benefits.
Important Links
How to Fill Punjab National Bank (PNB) Online Form 2026
- Candidate can apply between the specified dates in the notification.
- Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in Punjab National Bank (PNB).
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document - Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Form - Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All Column Carefully.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.