PNB LBO Exam Analysis 2026: The Punjab National Bank (PNB) has successfully conducted the Local Bank Officer (LBO) JMGS-I Scale examination today September 6, 2026. The examination is being conducted in multiple shifts as per the timings mentioned on the admit card. The test was held in online Computer Based Mode. There were 150 questions covering various subjects including Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and General/Banking Awareness. Through this recruitment drive a total of 545 vacancies will be filled for the Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) posts.
In this article we have provided you with detailed exam analysis of the examination conducted on September 6, 2026 including a section wise review, overall difficulty level and expected good attempts based on initial feedback from candidates.
PNB LBO Paper Analysis 2026 in Hindi
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PNB LBO Exam Pattern 2026
The PNB LBO exam pattern consists of 150 objective type questions carrying a total of 150 marks. The questions were asked from multiple sections.
Candidates were allotted three hours to complete the examination. As per the official exam pattern there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. Check the exam pattern in the table below.
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Part
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Subjects
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No of Questions
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Total Marks
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Duration
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1
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Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
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25
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25
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35 minutes
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2
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Data Analysis & Interpretation
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25
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25
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35 minutes
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3
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English Language
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25
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25
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25 minutes
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4
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Quantitative Aptitude
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25
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25
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35 minutes
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5
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General/Economy/Banking Awareness
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50
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50
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50 minutes
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TOTAL
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150
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150
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180 minutes
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PNB LBO Exam Analysis 2026
The PNB LBO Exam Analysis 2026 provides details about the difficulty level of the examination, section wise difficulty and the types of questions asked in the paper. The analysis is done based on the feedback given by candidates who appeared for this exam and inputs from subject matter experts.
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Candidates who participated in the PNB LBO Exam 2026 shared mixed reviews about the paper.
According to the candidates, the overall difficulty level of the exam was moderate.
Questions were asked from various subjects such as Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and General/Banking Awareness.
The section wise difficulty level varied from easy to moderate, based on the initial feedback received from candidates.
PNB LBO Exam Difficulty Level & Good Attempts
The PNB LBO exam has been conducted successfully across various exam centres. Candidates who appeared in the online test can check the difficulty level of the exam shared in the table below.
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Subjects
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Number of Questions
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Difficulty Level
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Number of Good Attempts
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Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
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25
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Moderate
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15-17
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Data Analysis & Interpretation
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25
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Moderate to Difficult
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12-14
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English Language
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25
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Easy to Moderate
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19-22
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Quantitative Aptitude
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25
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Moderate
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15-17
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General/Economy/Banking Awareness
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50
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Moderate to Difficult
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30-35
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Overall
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150
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Moderate
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105-110
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PNB LBO Exam Analysis 2026: What Next After the Online Examination?
After the PNB LBO online examination candidates who meet the required cutoff will be shortlisted for the subsequent stages including the screening of applicants. Those who qualify will be called for the Language Proficiency Test followed by the Personal Interview. The bank will announce further details regarding shortlisted candidates, the interview schedule and other selection related updates on its official website.
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