Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 750 Local Bank Officer Posts
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has invited online applications for 750 Local Bank Officer (LBO) posts in JMGS-I across various states. Eligible graduates (20–30 years) with minimum 1 year experience in Scheduled Commercial/Regional Rural Banks can apply online till 1st December 2025, with the online test scheduled tentatively in December 2025 / January 2026. Check state-wise vacancies, eligibility, application fee, salary, and 4-stage selection process (Online Test, Screening, LLPT & Interview) before submitt
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PNB LBO Notification 2025
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released the PNB LBO Notification 2025 for the recruitment of 750 Local Bank Officers (LBO) in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I).
The recruitment is state-wise with mandatory local language proficiency, and the online written test is tentatively scheduled in December 2025 / January 2026.
PNB LBO Recruitment 2025 - Highlights
PNB is offering a specialised Local Bank Officer cadre with state-wise posting and attractive pay in the JMGS-I scale.
The selection process consists of four stages – Online Written Test, Screening of documents, Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) and Personal Interview.
PNB LBO Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Bank Name | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (LBO) |
| Grade/Scale | JMGS-I (Junior Management Grade Scale-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 750 |
| Job Location | State-wise posting across India (within applied state) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of Exam | Online Written Test |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 |
| Official Website | https://pnb.bank.in/ |
PNB LBO Recruitment 2025 - Important Dates
The notification specifies the registration window, cut-off date for eligibility, and tentative exam schedule.
The last date to apply has been extended to 1st December 2025, while eligibility for education and experience is reckoned up to 23rd November 2025.
Important Dates – PNB LBO 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 03 November 2025 |
| Opening of Online Registration | 03 November 2025 |
| Closing of Online Registration (original) | 23 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply (extended) | 01 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 01 December 2025 |
| Cut-off date for Age | 01 July 2025 |
| Eligibility cut-off for Graduation & Experience | 23 November 2025 |
| Tentative Online Test Date | December 2025 / January 2026 |
PNB LBO Vacancy Details
A total of 750 vacancies are distributed state-wise with mandatory local language proficiency and category-wise reservation.
Maximum vacancies are in Maharashtra, followed by Gujarat, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Assam, with minimum in Ladakh.
State-wise PNB LBO Vacancies (Snapshot)
| State/UT | Mandatory Local Language | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 5 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 95 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 85 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 135 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 88 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 85 |
| West Bengal | Bengali | 90 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu / Dogri / Kashmiri | 20 |
| Ladakh | Urdu / Purgi / Bhoti | 3 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bodo | 86 |
| Tripura | Bengali / Kokborok | 22 |
| Other NE & small states (Arunachal, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim) | As per notification | 31 (combined) |
| Grand Total | – | 750 |
Eligibility Criteria for PNB LBO Recruitment 2025
Candidates must satisfy nationality, age, education, experience and local language proficiency conditions as on the specified cut-off dates.
Application is allowed only for one state, and candidates must be proficient in the specified local language of that state.
Education Qualification
A Graduate degree in any discipline from a university/institution recognised/approved by Government of India or its regulatory bodies is mandatory.
Candidates must possess a valid mark sheet/degree certificate on or before 23 November 2025 and mention the percentage to two decimals at the time of online registration.
Educational Qualification – PNB LBO 2025
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University/Institution |
| Valid Documents | Degree / Mark sheet must be available by 23 November 2025 |
| Percentage Entry | Percentage in graduation to be entered (CGPA/OGPA to be converted as per university norms) |
| Experience | Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in Clerical/Officer cadre in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank listed in Second Schedule of RBI Act, 1934 |
Age Limit
The age limit is 20 to 30 years as on 01 July 2025, with relaxations as per Government norms.
Upper age relaxation is applicable for OBC, SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and persons affected by 1984 riots.
Age Criteria – PNB LBO 2025
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 20 to 30 years (as on 01 July 2025) |
| OBC (Non-creamy layer) | +3 years relaxation |
| SC / ST | +5 years relaxation |
| PwBD | +10 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen, ECOs/SSCOs | +5 years relaxation |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | +5 years relaxation |
PNB LBO Application Fee
Application fee is category-wise and must be paid online within the registration window.
The fee is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other recruitment.
PNB LBO 2025 – Application Fee
| Category | Fee Details |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD candidates | Rs. 50/- + 18% GST = Rs. 59/- (postage charges only) |
| All Others (UR/OBC/EWS etc.) | Rs. 1000/- + 18% GST = Rs. 1180/- |
Salary Details
The Local Bank Officer will be placed in JMGS-I pay scale with attractive allowances and benefits.
Apart from basic pay, officers get DA, HRA/Leased Accommodation, CCA, Medical insurance, LFC, retirement benefits and other perquisites as per bank rules.
PNB LBO Salary Structure 2025
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Grade/Scale | JMGS-I (Officer Cadre) |
| Starting Basic Pay | Rs. 48,480/- (approx.) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 |
| Other Benefits | DA, CCA, HRA/Leased Accommodation, LFC, Medical Insurance, Retirement Benefits & perquisites as per bank rules |
Selection Process
The PNB LBO selection process is conducted in four stages.
- Stage 1 – Online Written Test:
150 questions, 150 marks, 180 minutes; sections include Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis & Interpretation, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, with 1/4th negative marking and section-wise minimum qualifying marks (40% General/EWS, 35% Reserved). - Stage 2 – Screening of Documents:
Verification of online application and uploaded documents for eligibility before LLPT/Interview. - Stage 3 – Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT):
Mandatory for those who have not studied the specified local language in 10th or 12th, qualifying in nature (reading, writing & speaking). - Stage 4 – Personal Interview:
Interview for 50 marks with minimum qualifying marks 45% for SC/ST (22.50) and 50% for others (25); final merit based on combined scores of Online Test + Interview, subject to LLPT qualification.
Important Links
Important Links – PNB LBO Recruitment 2025
| Action/Document | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Bank Website | https://pnb.bank.in/ (Recruitment/Career section) |
| Detailed PNB LBO Notification PDF | Notification Link |
| Apply Online | Link to Apply |
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Dec 1, 2025
Deadline: Dec 1, 2025 · Last date approaching
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