PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Notification Released for 545 Posts - Apply Online at pnb.bank.in

PNB has released a recruitment notification for 545 LBO posts. Interested candidates can apply online from today, 20 July 2026 till 9 August 2026 through the official website of PNB.Check this article for complete details about the eligibility criteria, selection process and other details.

Jul 21, 2026, 09:38 IST

PNB LBO Recruitment 2026: Punjab National Bank (PNB) has started an online application process for a total of 545 Local Bank Officer posts across various states. The online application process starts today, 20 July, and closes on 9 August 2026. This recruitment will be done state-wise, and candidates can apply for only one state. The online test is tentatively scheduled for August/ September 2026. Selected candidates will be placed in JMGS-I grade. The selection process includes an online written test, a language proficiency test, and a personal interview. Interested candidates can apply through the official website of PNB,pnb.bank.in. This article gives full details of the PNB LBO Recruitment 2026.

PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

Candidates who want to apply are advised to check the official notification carefully to avoid any last-minute issues. Candidates can find the official notification in the table given below: 

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PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Official Notification

PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Highlights 

Candidates can find all the information related to PNB LBO Recruitment in the table given below: 

Particulars
Details 
Conducting Body
Punjab National Bank (PNB)
Post Name 
Local Bank Officer (LBO)
Post Grade
JMGS-I
Total Vacancies 
545 posts
Application Mode 
Online
Application Date 
20 July to 9 August 2026
Tentative exam date 
August/ September 2026
Selection Process
Online test, LLPT, Personal Interview
Official Website 
pnb.bank.in 

PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must check all the eligibility criteria before applying for the PNB LBO Recruitment 2026.

Nationality

  • Candidate must be a citizen of India

Age Limit

  • The minimum age is 20 years

  • The maximum age is 30 years of age as of July 1, 2026. 

  • Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.

Educational Qualification

  • Candidates must have a graduate degree in any discipline from a university or institution.

Work Experience

  • Candidates must have a minimum of one year post-qualification work experience in the Clerical/Officer cadre in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank.

Local Language

  • Candidates must have proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the local language of the state they are applying for.

PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

Punjab National Bank has announced a total of 545 Local Bank Officer Posts. Interested candidates can check the complete state-wise vacancy details below:

S.No.
State
Vacancies
Mandatory Language
1
Andhra Pradesh
4
Telugu
2
Gujarat
77
Gujarati
3
Karnataka
78
Kannada
4
Maharashtra
67
Marathi
5
Telangana
41
Telugu
6
Tamil Nadu
51
Tamil
7
West Bengal
80
Bengali
8
Jammu & Kashmir
9
Urdu/ Dogri/ Kashmiri
9
Ladakh
2
Urdu/ Purgi/ Bhoti
10
Arunachal Pradesh
4
English
11
Assam
85
Assamese/ Bodo
12
Manipur
6
Manipuri/ Meitei
13
Meghalaya
8
Garo/ Khasi
14
Mizoram
5
Mizo
15
Nagaland
5
English
16
Sikkim
5
Nepali/ Sikkimese
17
Tripura
18
Bengali/ Kokborok

PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Apply Online link 

The Punjab National Bank (PNB) has started the online registration process for Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026 on 20 July, 2026. Candidates who are interested in applying for a total of 545 posts can find the direct link provided below to complete their application process before the last date,9 August 2026. 

PNB LBO Recruitment 2026

Steps to Apply for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can easily apply online for the Local Bank Officer post on the official website by following the steps given below:  

  1. Visit the official website of PNB, pnb.bank.in

  2. On the homepage, go to the “Recruitment/Career” section

  3. Click on the “Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026 Apply online.”

  4. Register yourself with basic details like name, email, etc

  5. Fill the application form with the required information

  6. Upload scanned documents like photograph, signature, and certificate

  7. Pay the application fee

  8. Review and submit the form

  9. Download for future references 

PNB LBO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates must keep the following important dates in mind for the PNB LBO Recruitment 2026

Event 
Dates
Opening Date of Online Application 
20 July 2026
Closing date of Online Registration 
9 August 2026
Tentative Date of Online Test 
August/Sepember

Candidates are advised to apply before the closing date to avoid last-minute issues. 


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FAQs

Is the job transferable outside the selected state/circle?

No, selected candidates will be posted within the state for which they applied.

What is the pay scale and salary of the PNB LBO?

The pay scale for PNB LBO is Rs 48,480 (approx). Apart from basic pay, selected candidates will get DA, CCA, HRA/Leased accommodation, and other benefits as per bank rules.

Which state or circle is covered under this recruitment?

The recruitment covers 17 states/UTs, including Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura.

How many vacancies are available?

A total of 545 vacancies are available for LBO Posts.

What is the PNB Local Bank Officer(LBO) recruitment?

It is a recruitment drive by Punjab National Bank to hire Local Bank Officer (LBO) in JMGS-I grade. Candidates are selected state-wise, based on their proficiency in the local language of the state they apply for.

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