Punjab National Bank Recruitment 2026 Local Bank Officer (LBO) – JMGS-I

545 Officer Vacancies | Online Applications Invited

Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India's leading Public Sector Banks, has released the notification for recruitment of 545 Local Bank Officers (LBOs) in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for experienced banking professionals to join a premier public sector bank with an attractive salary package and excellent career growth prospects.

📌 Recruitment Highlights

Organization: Punjab National Bank (PNB)

Post: Local Bank Officer (LBO)

Scale: Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I)

Total Vacancies: 545

Job Type: Regular Officer Cadre

Mode of Application: Online

Job Location: State/UT for which the candidate applies

📅 Important Dates

Activity

Date

Online Registration Begins

20 July 2026

Last Date for Online Registration

9 August 2026

Last Date for Payment of Application Fee

9 August 2026

Tentative Online Examination

August/September 2026

🗂️ State-wise Vacancies

State / UT

Vacancies

Andhra Pradesh

4

Assam

85

Arunachal Pradesh

4

Gujarat

77

Jammu & Kashmir

9

Karnataka

78

Ladakh

2

Maharashtra

67

Manipur

6

Meghalaya

8

Mizoram

5

Nagaland

5

Sikkim

5

Tamil Nadu

51

Telangana

41

Tripura

18

West Bengal

80

Total Vacancies: 545

🎓 Educational Qualification

Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.

Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification on or before the cut-off date mentioned in the notification.

💼 Experience

Applicants should have a minimum of two years' experience as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (RRB).

🌐 Local Language Requirement

Candidates must be proficient in the local language (reading, writing and speaking) of the State/UT for which they are applying. Those who are unable to produce proof of proficiency will have to qualify the Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT).

🎂 Age Limit

Minimum Age: 20 Years

Maximum Age: 30 Years

Age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), PwBD, Ex-servicemen and other eligible categories as per Government of India guidelines.

💰 Salary & Benefits

Basic Pay: ₹48,480

Approximate Gross Monthly Salary: Up to ₹85,000 (depending on place of posting and allowances)

Benefits

Dearness Allowance (DA)

House Rent Allowance (HRA)

City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)

Medical Benefits

Leave Travel Concession (LTC)

New Pension Scheme (NPS)

Opportunities for career advancement through internal promotions

📝 Selection Process

The selection process comprises:

Online Written Examination

Screening of Eligibility and Experience

Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)

Personal Interview

📚 Online Examination

The objective examination is expected to cover:

Reasoning Ability

Quantitative Aptitude

English Language

Banking Knowledge

Computer Awareness

General/Economic Awareness

💳 Application Fee

SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175

General/OBC/EWS: ₹850

🌐 How to Apply

Eligible candidates should submit their online applications through the Punjab National Bank Recruitment Portal within the prescribed dates.

Official Website: https://www.pnb.bank.in

Online Application Portal: https://ibpsonline.ibps.in/pnbjul26/

Candidates are advised to read the detailed notification carefully before submitting the online application.

🌟 Why Choose PNB?

Officer-level appointment in one of India's largest Public Sector Banks.

Competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits.

State-specific postings with local banking exposure.

Excellent opportunities for promotion and career growth.

Exposure to retail, MSME, agriculture and digital banking operations.

📢 Indian Banking Radar Career Alert

Application Window: 20 July 2026 to 9 August 2026

Eligible candidates should apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues. Start your preparation early for the online examination and stay updated with Indian Banking Radar for verified banking recruitment notifications, exam analysis and preparation resources.