Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2025: Punjab National Bank (PNB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 750 Local Bank Officers (LBO) under JMGS-I scale across various states in India. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from November 3, 2025, to November 23, 2025, through the official website at pnb.bank.in.
Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date of Online Registration | 03.11.2025 |
| Closing Date of Online Registration | 23.11.2025 |
| Tentative Date of Online Test | December 2025 / January 2026 |
Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details (State-wise)
| State | 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 |
| Others (NE States, Sikkim etc.) | Regional | 36 |
| Total | — | 750 |
Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be placed under JMGS-I Pay Scale:
₹48,480 – 85,920/- along with allowances like DA, HRA, CCA, Medical Insurance, Leave Fare Concession, and other perks as per bank norms.
Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Applicant must be a:
- Citizen of India, or
- Subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
- Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st Jan 1962, or
- A person of Indian origin migrated from select countries with the intent of permanent settlement.
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
✅ Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per Govt. norms.
Educational Qualification
- Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognised University or Institution.
- Must possess valid mark sheets and certificates before 23.11.2025.
Experience
- Minimum 1-year experience in clerical/officer cadre in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (as per RBI Act).
- Prior service may earn up to 2 advance increments depending on the similarity of the role.
Language Proficiency
- Candidates must read, write, and speak the local language of the state applied for.
Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The recruitment process involves four stages:
- Online Written Test
- Screening of Documents
- Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
- Personal Interview
Exam Pattern:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 35 mins |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 25 | 25 | 35 mins |
| English Language | 25 | 25 | 25 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 35 mins |
| General / Economy / Banking Awareness | 50 | 50 | 50 mins |
| Total | 150 | 150 | — |
- Negative marking: ¼ mark deduction for each wrong answer
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:
- General/EWS: 40%
- SC/ST/OBC/PwBD: 35%
Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 Interview & Final Selection
- Personal Interview: 50 marks (Qualifying: 25 for General, 22.5 for SC/ST)
- Final selection based on Online Test + Interview (and LLPT qualification).
Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹59 (including GST) |
| All Others | ₹1180 (including GST) |
How to Apply Online for Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website: https://pnb.bank.in
- Click on “Recruitment/Careers” → “Apply Online for LBO Recruitment 2025”
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
- Upload scanned photo, signature, thumb impression, and declaration.
- Pay the fee through online payment gateway.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future use.
📍 Job Location & Posting
- Selected candidates will be posted within the same state for which they applied.
- They must serve at least 9 years in that state or till promotion to Scale IV, whichever is earlier.
- Must sign a bond of ₹2,00,000 to serve at least 3 years.
🔗 Notification & Application Link
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Website | www.pnb.bank.in |
❓ FAQs – Punjab National Bank LBO Recruitment 2025
Q1. How many vacancies are released for PNB LBO 2025?
A. A total of 750 vacancies have been announced across India.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for PNB LBO Recruitment 2025?
A. The last date to apply online is 23rd November 2025.
Q3. What is the age limit for PNB Local Bank Officer?
A. Candidates must be between 20 to 30 years as of 01.07.2025.
Q4. What is the salary of a PNB Local Bank Officer?
A. ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 plus allowances and benefits.
Q5. Is prior banking experience mandatory?
A. Yes, candidates must have at least 1 year of banking experience in a Scheduled or RRB.
🏁 Conclusion
Punjab National Bank’s Local Bank Officer (LBO) recruitment offers a great opportunity for banking professionals with local language proficiency. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline and start preparing for the online examination.
