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Punjab National Bank has released a recruitment notification for 545 Local Bank Officer posts in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for graduates with banking experience to secure an officer-level position in a major public sector bank. The notification specifically highlights 85 vacancies for Assam, making it a crucial update for candidates from the Northeast region.
Key Highlights
- Organization: Punjab National Bank (PNB)
- Post Name: Local Bank Officer (LBO)
- Total Vacancies: 545 Posts
- Assam Vacancies: 85 Posts
- Application Mode: Online
- Last Date to Apply: 9th August 2026
Important Dates
Candidates must take note of the following schedule to ensure timely submission of their applications.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date of Online Application | 20th July 2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 9th August 2026 |
| Tentative Date of Online Test | August/September 2026 |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment is distributed across seventeen states and union territories. Candidates can apply for vacancies in only one state. They must be proficient in the local language of that state.
| State/UT | Local Language | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 4 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 77 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 78 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 67 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 41 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 51 |
| West Bengal | Bengali | 80 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu/Dogri/Kashmiri | 9 |
| Ladakh | Urdu/Purgi/Bhoti | 2 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 4 |
| Assam | Assamese/Bodo | 85 |
| Manipur | Manipuri/Meitei | 6 |
| Meghalaya | Garo/Khasi | 8 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 5 |
| Nagaland | English | 5 |
| Sikkim | Nepali/Sikkimese | 5 |
| Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 18 |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before applying. The criteria include age limit, educational qualification, experience, and local language proficiency.
Age Limit
The age of the candidate must be between 20 to 30 years as on 1st July 2026. The bank provides age relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules.
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer: 3 years
- Persons With Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a graduation degree in any discipline from a university or institution recognized by the Government of India or its regulatory bodies. They must have a valid mark-sheet or degree certificate at the time of registration. They must indicate the percentage of marks during the online registration process.
Experience Requirement
Applicants must have a minimum one-year post-qualification work experience. This experience must be in Clerical or Officer Cadre in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank listed in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Act, 1934. The experience must be valid as on 9th August 2026.
Local Language Proficiency
Candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the specified local language of the state they are applying for. Those who have not studied the local language as a subject in 10th or 12th standard will have to undergo a Language Proficiency Test.
Application Fee
The application fee varies based on the category of the candidate. Payment of the fee is mandatory to complete the application process.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | Rs. 59 |
| Others (General/OBC/EWS) | Rs. 1180 |
Salary
Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920. This pay scale corresponds to Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I).
Selection Process
The selection process comprises four phases. Candidates must qualify in each phase to proceed to the next.
- Online Written Test: An objective type test to assess reasoning, data analysis, English, quantitative aptitude, and general awareness.
- Screening: The bank scrutinizes the online application and documents of written-test-qualified candidates to verify eligibility.
- Language Proficiency Test (LLPT): This test is applicable only to candidates who have not studied the local language in 10th or 12th standard. It assesses reading, writing, and speaking proficiency and is of qualifying nature.
- Personal Interview: Candidates who qualify the previous stages appear for a personal interview of 50 marks.
Exam Pattern
The Online Written Test consists of five sections. There is negative marking of one-fourth marks for each wrong answer. Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks of 40% for General/EWS and 35% for reserved categories in each section.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 25 | 25 |
| English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness | 50 | 50 |
Personal Interview Details
The Personal Interview carries 50 marks. General category candidates need to secure 50% (25 marks) to qualify. SC/ST candidates need to secure 45% (22.50 marks). Final selection is based on the combined performance in the Online Written Test and Personal Interview, subject to qualifying the LLPT and document verification.
How to Apply
Candidates must follow these steps to submit their application form online.
- Visit the official PNB recruitment portal.
- Locate the Important Web-Links section on the homepage.
- Click on the Online Application Form link.
- A new webpage will open. Enter all personal and educational details.
- Upload your passport-sized photograph, signature, and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee through the available payment gateway.
- Click submit and save the application form for future reference.
For other banking job updates, you can check the IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 notification. Candidates interested in officer posts in other organizations can also refer to the ISRO ICRB Recruitment 2026 for assistant and UDC posts.
Documents Required
Keep the following documents ready before applying.
- Passport-sized photograph.
- Scanned signature.
- Graduation degree certificate and mark-sheets.
- Experience certificate from the bank.
- Category certificate (if applicable).
- PwBD certificate (if applicable).
Important Web-Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit |
| VacancyWallah Website | Click Here |
| Join Telegram | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp | Click Here |
| Follow on Facebook | Click Here |
| Free Photo & Signature Resizer | Click Here |
FAQ
Q. What is the last date to apply for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?
A. The last date to apply online is 9th August 2026.
Q. What is the age limit for PNB Local Bank Officer posts?
A. The age limit is 20 to 30 years as on 1st July 2026.
Q. Is experience mandatory for PNB LBO 2026?
A. Yes, candidates need a minimum one-year post-qualification work experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank.
Q. How many vacancies are there for Assam in PNB LBO Recruitment?
A. There are 85 vacancies for Assam.
Q. What is the application fee for General category?
A. The application fee for General/OBC/EWS candidates is Rs. 1180.
Q. Is there negative marking in the PNB LBO online test?
A. Yes, one-fourth marks are deducted for each wrong answer.
Q. What is the salary of a Local Bank Officer in PNB?
A. The pay scale is Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920.
