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The PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 official notification has been released by Punjab National Bank for 545 Local Bank Officer (LBO) vacancies in the JMGS-I scale, including 85 posts in Assam. To be eligible, candidates must be graduates aged between 20 and 30 years as of 1 July 2026 and possess a minimum of 1 year of post-qualification experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or RRB. Eligible candidates can apply online from 20 July 2026 to 9 August 2026. Selection will involve an online written test scheduled for August or September 2026, followed by a Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) and a personal interview.

🔔 Applications Open: PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 started 20 July 2026. Last date to apply and pay fee: 9 August 2026. Online Test tentatively in August–September 2026. Bank/RRB employees with 1+ year experience — apply now, Assam has the highest 85 posts!

PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 – Quick Details

Post Name Local Bank Officer (LBO), JMGS-I Scale
Organisation Punjab National Bank (PNB)
Total Vacancies 545 Posts (across 17 states, 85 in Assam)
Pay Scale ₹48,480 – ₹85,920/- + DA, CCA, HRA
Qualification Graduate + 1 year experience in Clerical/Officer cadre in a Scheduled Bank/RRB
Age Limit 20 to 30 years (as on 1 July 2026)
Application Fee ₹1,180/- (UR/EWS/OBC) | ₹59/- (SC/ST/PwBD)
Selection Process Online Test → LLPT → Interview
Apply Start Date 20 July 2026
Last Date to Apply 9 August 2026
Online Test Date August – September 2026 (Tentative)




PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 545 Local Bank Officers (LBO) in JMGS-I scale across 17 states. Out of the total vacancies, 85 posts are for Assam, which is the highest allotment among all states. Candidates applying for Assam must be proficient in Assamese or Bodo, since the post is designed for officers who will serve within their own state.

The online application window is open from 20 July 2026 to 9 August 2026. A candidate can apply for the vacancy of only one state, and selected officers will remain posted in that state until they complete 9 years of service or get promoted to SMG Scale IV, whichever is earlier — making LBO an attractive bank officer role without frequent transfers outside Assam.

🏭 Assam has the highest allocation: Out of 545 total posts, 85 vacancies are reserved for Assam – SC: 13, ST: 7, OBC: 22, EWS: 9, UR: 34.

Salary & Pay Scale

Local Bank Officer – JMGS-I Scale
₹48,480 – ₹85,920 / month
Plus Dearness Allowance (DA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), HRA or leased accommodation, leave fare concession, medical insurance and retirement benefits as per Bank rules.
💰 Advance Increments: Candidates who worked as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank can get up to 2 advance increments in pay, provided their job profile matches that of a Scale-I Generalist Officer of PNB.




Assam – Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown (85 Posts)

Category Posts
Unreserved (UR) 34
OBC 22
SC 13
EWS 9
ST 7
Total – Assam 85 Posts
🏭 Assam accounts for 85 out of 545 total posts nationally – the single largest state-wise allocation in this PNB LBO recruitment drive.




Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification & Experience

Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University or Institution.
Minimum 1 year post-qualification work experience in Clerical or Officer cadre in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934).
Both qualification and experience are reckoned as on 9 August 2026. Freshers without bank/RRB experience are not eligible.
💬 Language Requirement: Candidates must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking the local language of the state applied for. For Assam, this is Assamese or Bodo.

Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)

Category Relaxation
General / UR 20 – 30 Years (No relaxation)
SC / ST 5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) 3 Years
PwBD 10 Years
Ex-Servicemen 5 Years
1984 Riots Affected 5 Years
🔔 Service Terms: Probation period is 2 years from date of joining. Selected officers must sign an indemnity bond to serve at least 3 years, or pay ₹2,00,000/- on leaving early. A CIBIL score of 680+ is required at the time of joining.




Online Written Test Pattern – PNB LBO 2026

The Online Written Test consists of 5 sections with a total of 150 questions and 150 marks, to be completed in 180 minutes:

Section Questions Marks Time
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude 25 25 35 min
Data Analysis & Interpretation 25 25 35 min
English Language 25 25 25 min
Quantitative Aptitude 25 25 35 min
General/Economy/Banking Awareness 50 50 50 min
Total – 180 Minutes 150 150 3 Hrs
Negative Marking: One-fourth of the marks are deducted for each wrong answer. Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (General/EWS) or 35% (Reserved) in each section. Tentative Assam test centres: Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur.
Selection Process: Online Written Test → Screening of Documents → Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) → Personal Interview (50 marks; qualifying: 45% SC/ST, 50% others).

Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)

Candidates who have not studied the local language (Assamese or Bodo for Assam) as a subject in Class 10 or Class 12 must appear for the LLPT, which tests reading, writing and speaking. It is qualifying in nature, but candidates who fail will be treated as ineligible for final selection, even after clearing the written test and interview. Those who studied the language in Class 10 or 12 are exempted, subject to documentary proof.




Application Fee

UR / EWS / OBC / General₹1,180/- (incl. GST)
SC / ST / PwBD₹59/- (incl. GST)
⚠ Fee is payable online only via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Mobile Wallets or UPI, and is non-refundable once paid under any circumstances.

Important Dates



Apply Starts
20 July 2026
⏰ Last Date
9 August 2026
⭐ Online Test Date (Tentative)
August – September 2026

How to Apply for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026

1

Open the application link from the Important Links section below to visit the official PNB Recruitment Portal.

2

Click “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION” and enter your basic details to get the provisional registration number and password.

3

Fill the application form carefully — no change is permitted after clicking COMPLETE REGISTRATION.

4

Upload photograph (20–50kb), live photo capture, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration and required documents.

5

Pay the fee: ₹1,180/- (UR/EWS/OBC) or ₹59/- (SC/ST/PwBD) online and wait for server confirmation without pressing Back or Refresh.

6

Take a printout of the e-receipt and application form for future reference. Do not send it to the Bank.

Note: You can apply for one state only, and no change of state, category or any other detail is allowed after submission.

Important Links



Online Application Form
Opens 20 July 2026 | Closes 9 August 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

QHow many vacancies are there in PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?

There are 545 Local Bank Officer vacancies in total, out of which 85 posts are for the state of Assam – the highest allotment among all 17 participating states.

QCan a fresher apply for the PNB LBO post?

No. A minimum of 1 year of post-qualification work experience in Clerical or Officer cadre in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank is mandatory.

QWhat is the last date to apply for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?

The last date for online registration is 9 August 2026. Applications opened on 20 July 2026.

QWhat is the age limit for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?

The candidate must be between 20 and 30 years as on 1 July 2026, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC and 10 years for PwBD candidates.

QIs the Local Language Proficiency Test compulsory?

The LLPT is compulsory for candidates who did not study the local language in Class 10 or Class 12. Candidates who fail the LLPT become ineligible for final selection.

QHow long will an LBO stay posted in the selected state?

An LBO remains posted in the state applied for until completion of 9 years of service or promotion to SMG Scale IV, whichever is earlier.


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