Punjab National Bank invites online recruitment applications through Punjab National Bank website (https://pnb.bank.in/) for the following posts of 545 Local Bank Officer (LBO) (Scale JMGS-I) vacancies on regular basis. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, According to the official timeline, the online application portal opens today, 20.07.2026, and interested applicants must submit their forms before the closing date on 09.08.2026.
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Eligible candidates possessing a Any Degreee can apply exclusively via the online mode. The primary job locations for these coveted LBO posts are spread All Over India. Following a successful submission, registered candidates will receive a secure link to download their official exam hall tickets and interview call letters via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
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Punjab National Bank Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: Punjab National Bank |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 545 Local Bank Officer (LBO) (Scale JMGS-I) Posts |
| Place of Posting: All Over India |
| Starting Date: 20.07.2026 |
| Last Date: 09.08.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://pnb.bank.in/ |
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Current Punjab National Bank Job Openings:
- Local Bank Officer (LBO) (Scale JMGS-I) – 545 Posts
State Wise Vacancy Details:
- Andhra Pradesh – 04 Posts
- Gujarat – 77 Posts
- Karnataka – 78 Posts
- Maharashtra – 67 Posts
- Telangana – 41 Posts
- Tamil Nadu – 51 Posts
- West Bengal – 80 Posts
- Jammu & Kashmir – 09 Posts
- Ladakh – 02 Posts
- Arunachal Pradesh – 04 Posts
- Assam – 85 Posts
- Manipur – 06 Posts
- Meghalaya – 08 Posts
- Mizoram – 05 Posts
- Nagaland – 05 Posts
- Sikkim – 05 Posts
- Tripura – 18 Posts
Punjab National Bank Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for Punjab National Bank: (As on 09.08.2026)
- Education Qualification: Graduate in any discipline
- Experience: Candidates must possess a minimum of one-year post – qualification work experience in Clerical/ Officer Cadre in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank listed in Second Schedule of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Act, 1934, amended from time to time
Age Limit for Punjab National Bank: (As on 01.07.2026)
- Local Bank Officer (LBO) (Scale JMGS-I) – Min.: 20 Years Max.: 30 Years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- +5 Years for ST/SC
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- +10 Years for UR
- +13 Years for OBC (NCL)
- +15 Years for ST/SC
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale for Punjab National Bank:
- Local Bank Officer (LBO) (Scale JMGS-I) – Rs.48480 – 85920/-
Method of Selection for Punjab National Bank:
- Online Written Test
- Screening
- Language Proficiency Test
- Personal Interview
Application Fee for Punjab National Bank:
- For ST/SC/Ex-s/PWD Applicants – Rs.50/-
- For Other Applicants – Rs.1180/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 20.07.2026 and 09.08.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the Punjab National Bank website https://pnb.bank.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 20.07.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 09.08.2026
- Date of Examination: August 2026/ September 2026
Punjab National Bank Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of Punjab National Bank: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for Punjab National Bank: Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form for Punjab National Bank: Click Here to Apply |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Is Punjab National Bank positions a permanent job?
Yes, it is a permanent Job.
What is the last date to apply for LBO recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit your online application for the Punjab National Bank positions is 09.08.2026. The online application portal opened on 20.07.2026.
Where will the selected candidates be posted?
The official place of posting for all the 545 positions will be All Over India.
What is the selection process for Punjab National Bank positions?
The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Online Written Test, Screening, Language Proficiency Test, Personal Interview
What is the crucial date for reckoning age for this LBO?
The crucial date for reckoning age is 01.07.2026.
