Punjab National Bank Recruitment 2026 for Graduates at @pnb.bank.in: 545 Local Bank Officer Vacancy
Punjab National Bank (PNB) is inviting online applications for the position of Local Bank Officer (LBO) in the Junior Management Grade Scale I (JMGS-I). This recruitment drive offers 545 vacancies across 17 states. Candidates must have at least one year of banking experience and proficiency in the local language of the state for which they apply.
Important Points
Organization: Punjab National Bank (PNB)
Post Name: Local Bank Officer (LBO)
Grade/Scale: JMGS-I
Total Vacancies: 545
Job Type: Full-Time Bank Officer
Selection Level: Direct Recruitment
Vacancy Details for Career 2026
The following is the state-wise distribution of vacancies:
S.No. | Name of State | Total Vacancies | Mandatory Language |
1 | Andhra Pradesh | 4 | Telugu |
2 | Gujarat | 77 | Gujarati |
3 | Karnataka | 78 | Kannada |
4 | Maharashtra | 67 | Marathi |
5 | Telangana | 41 | Telugu |
6 | Tamil Nadu | 51 | Tamil |
7 | West Bengal | 80 | Bengali |
8 | Jammu & Kashmir | 9 | Urdu/ Dogri/ Kashmiri |
9 | Ladakh | 2 | Urdu/ Purgi/ Bhoti |
10 | Arunachal Pradesh | 4 | English |
11 | Assam | 85 | Assamese/ Bodo |
12 | Manipur | 6 | Manipuri/ Meitei |
13 | Meghalaya | 8 | Garo/ Khasi |
14 | Mizoram | 5 | Mizo |
15 | Nagaland | 5 | English |
16 | Sikkim | 5 | Nepali/ Sikkimese |
17 | Tripura | 18 | Bengali/ Kokborok |
Salary and Scale of Pay for Recruitment 2026
Pay Scale: Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920.
Monthly Basic Pay: Approximately Rs. 48,480 per month.
Perquisites: Selected candidates will be entitled to DA, CCA, HRA/Leased Accommodation, Leave Fare Concession, Medical Insurance, and Retirement Benefits as per Bank rules.
Eligibility Criteria for Vacancy
Educational Qualification: Candidates must be a Graduate in any discipline from a University or Institution recognized by the Government of India.
Mandatory Experience: Minimum of one-year post-qualification work experience in Clerical or Officer Cadre in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (RRB).
Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the local language of the state they are applying for.
Age Limit for Recruitment 2026
The age criteria are calculated as of 01.07.2026:
Minimum Age: 20 years
Maximum Age: 30 years
SC/ST Relaxation: 05 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Relaxation: 03 Years
PwBD Relaxation: 10 Years
Selection Procedure for Jobs
The selection process consists of four distinct phases:
Online Written Test: Includes sections on Reasoning, Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Banking Awareness.
Screening: Scrutiny of online applications and documents.
Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT): Assessing reading, writing, and speaking skills.
Personal Interview: Conducted for 50 marks.
Application Fee for Vacancy
SC/ST/PwBD candidates: Rs. 59 (Only postage charges)
All other candidates: Rs. 1180
Important Dates for Recruitment 2026
Online Registration Opening Date: 20.07.2026
Online Registration Closing Date: 09.08.2026
Tentative Date of Online Test: August 2026 / September 2026
How to Apply for Career 2026
Visit the official PNB website at @pnb.bank.in.
Go to the "Recruitments" or "Careers" section.
Click on "CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION" and provide basic details to get a registration number and password.
Log in and fill out the complete application form, including education and experience.
Upload a scanned photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, etc.).
Submit the application and download the system-generated printout for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the total number of vacancies available? There are 545 vacancies for the post of Local Bank Officer (LBO).
Can I apply for more than one state? No, a candidate can apply for a vacancy in only one state.
Is there a minimum CIBIL score required for this recruitment? Yes, candidates must maintain a minimum CIBIL score of 680 or above at the time of joining.
What is the probation period for selected candidates? Selected candidates will be on probation for a period of 02 years from the date of joining.
Is there an indemnity bond for this post? Yes, candidates must execute a bond to serve the bank for at least 3 years or pay Rs. 2,00,000.
What is the minimum work experience required? A minimum of one year of post-qualification experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or RRB is mandatory.
Will there be negative marking in the online test? Yes, there is a penalty of one-fourth of the marks assigned to each question for every wrong answer.
Are candidates from other states eligible to apply? Yes, provided they are proficient in the mandatory local language of the state they choose to apply for.