PNB LBO Recruitment 2026: Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released the official notification for Punjab National Bank Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 545 Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) vacancies across multiple states in India.

Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 20 July 2026 to 09 August 2026 through the official PNB website.

Details for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026:

Vacancy Details:

Total Posts: 545

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or Institution.

Experience

Applicants must have:

• Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience
• Experience should be in Officer or Clerical Cadre
• Must have worked in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank.

Age Limit

As on 01 July 2026

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST: 5 Years
• OBC (NCL): 3 Years
• PwBD: 10 Years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Government Rules
• Other categories: As per notification

Local Language Requirement

Candidates must possess reading, writing and speaking proficiency in the prescribed local language of the state for which they are applying.

Those who studied the local language in Class 10 or Class 12 are exempted from the Local Language Proficiency Test.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of:

1. Online Written Examination
2. Document Screening
3. Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
4. Personal Interview
5. Document Verification
6. Medical Examination

Online Exam Pattern

Duration: 180 Minutes

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.

Application Fee

Salary:

Selected candidates will receive salary under JMGS-I Pay Scale.

Pay Scale

₹48,480 – 85,920

Additional benefits include:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)
• Medical Benefits
• Leave Fare Concession (LFC)
• Retirement Benefits
• Other admissible allowances

How to Apply:

Eligible candidates can apply online only from 20 July 2026 to 09 August 2026 through the official Punjab National Bank recruitment portal.

Follow these steps to complete the application:

1. Visit the official PNB Careers page: Punjab National Bank Recruitment Portal
2. Click on “Recruitment of Local Bank Officers (LBO) 2026” and then select “Click Here to Apply”.
3. Register by clicking “Click Here for New Registration” and enter your basic details. A registration number and password will be generated.
4. Log in using your registration credentials and complete the online application form with your personal, educational, experience, and communication details.
5. Select only one state for which you wish to apply. State selection cannot be changed after submission.
6. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format:
   • Recent passport-size photograph
   • Live photograph
   • Signature
   • Left thumb impression
   • Handwritten declaration
   • Graduation certificates
   • Experience certificate
   • Category/PwBD certificate (if applicable)
7. Pay the application fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, IMPS, or Mobile Wallet.
8. Review all the details carefully before final submission.
9. Submit the application form and download/print:
   • Submitted application form
   • Fee payment receipt
   • Registration details for future reference.

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