Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of the leading Public Sector Banks in India, has released the recruitment notification for the post of Local Bank Officer (LBO) on a regular basis.
PNB Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for a total of 545 posts in JMGS-I scale. Candidates can apply online from 20th July 2026 to 9th August 2026. This article provides complete details about PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 including state-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, and important dates.
Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 – 545 Posts
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Post Name |
Local Bank Officer (LBO) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies |
545 Posts |
| Scale / Grade |
JMGS-I |
| Pay Scale |
₹48,480 – 85,920 |
| Age Limit |
20 – 30 years |
| Educational Qualification |
Graduate in any discipline |
| Selection Process |
Online Test + Screening + Language Proficiency Test + Interview |
| Job Location |
State-wise (as per vacancy) |
| Last Date to Apply |
09 August 2026 |
✅ PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 – State-wise Vacancies:
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State |
Mandatory Language |
Total |
|---|---|---|
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Andhra Pradesh |
Telugu |
4 |
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Gujarat |
Gujarati |
77 |
|
Karnataka |
Kannada |
78 |
|
Maharashtra |
Marathi |
67 |
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Telangana |
Telugu |
41 |
|
Tamil Nadu |
Tamil |
51 |
|
West Bengal |
Bengali |
80 |
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Jammu & Kashmir |
Urdu/Dogri/Kashmiri |
9 |
|
Ladakh |
Urdu/Purgi/Bhoti |
2 |
|
Arunachal Pradesh |
English |
4 |
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Assam |
Assamese/Bodo |
85 |
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Manipur |
Manipuri/Meitei |
6 |
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Meghalaya |
Garo/Khasi |
8 |
|
Mizoram |
Mizo |
5 |
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Nagaland |
English |
5 |
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Sikkim |
Nepali/Sikkimese |
5 |
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Tripura |
Bengali/Kokborok |
18 |
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Total |
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545 |
✅ PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Criteria |
Details |
|---|---|
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Age Limit (as on closing date) |
Minimum 20 years & Maximum 30 years |
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Educational Qualification |
Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University |
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Local Language |
Must be proficient in reading, writing & speaking the local language of the state applied for |
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Age Relaxation |
SC/ST: 5 years | OBC: 3 years | PwBD: 10 years | Ex-Servicemen: 5 years |
✅ PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of the following stages:
- Online Written Test
- Screening
- Language Proficiency Test
- Personal Interview
✅ PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee:
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 1180/- (to be confirmed from detailed notification)
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹ 177/- (to be confirmed from detailed notification)
✅ PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates:
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Start of Online Registration |
20 July 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Registration |
09 August 2026 |
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Tentative Date of Online Test |
August / September 2026 |
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Last Date for Editing Application |
09 August 2026 |
✅ PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Important Links:
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PNB LBO Detailed Notification PDF |
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PNB LBO Apply Online Link |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online only through the official website of Punjab National Bank. The steps are as follows:
- Visit the official website https://pnb.bank.in under Recruitment/Career section.
- Click on the link for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026.
- Register using valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form and select the state carefully.
- Upload scanned documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?
A total of 545 posts of Local Bank Officer (LBO) have been announced.
What is the age limit for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?
Minimum 20 years and Maximum 30 years.
Is knowledge of local language mandatory?
Yes, candidates must be proficient in the local language of the state for which they are applying.
What is the last date to apply for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 09 August 2026.
Can I apply for more than one state?
No, candidates can apply for only one state as per the vacancies mentioned in the notification.