Punjab National Bank has released the official notification for PNB LBO Recruitment 2025, inviting applications for 750 Local Bank Officer posts in JMGS-I. Eligible candidates must be graduates in any discipline, aged 20-30 years.
Last Date for Apply Online: 23-11-2025 upto 11:59 PM
Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 23-11-2025
Correction Date : To be announced
Online Test Date : Tentatively Dec 2025/Jan 2026
Admit Card Available : To be announced
Result Announced : To be announced
Application Fee
General / OBC : ₹1180/-
EWS : ₹1180/-
SC / ST / PwBD : ₹59/-
Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking Only.
Age Limit & Selection Process
Age Limit: Minimum 20 years and Maximum 30 years.
Selection Process: Online Written Test (150 Marks) followed by Personal Interview (100 Marks); Final Merit based on combined scores
Vacancy Details- Total Vacancies - 750
Post Name
Total Vacancies
Eligibility/Details
Local Bank Officer (LBO) JMGS-I
750
Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government
Educational Qualification: Graduate with minimum 50% marks for General/EWS and 45% for SC/ST/PwBD
Age: 20-30 years; Experience: Not required, but knowledge of local language preferred
Salary & Pay Scale Details
Local Bank Officer (LBO) JMGS-I: ₹36,000 - ₹85,900/- (Basic Pay Scale with increments)
Additional Benefits: DA (Currently 46.9%), HRA (8-27% depending on location), Medical Allowance, Leave Travel Concession, Pension, Gratuity, Housing Loan at concessional rates
Job Security: Public Sector Bank Employee Benefits with Promotion Opportunities to higher scales
Career Growth: Progression to Scale II, III, and higher through promotions, departmental exams, and performance; Training periods of 1-2 years probation
Exam Pattern & Competition Analysis
Exam Type: Online Objective Test
Total Questions: 200 Questions for 200 Marks
Duration: 2 Hours
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
Competition Ratio: Approximately 1:100 (High competition)
Preparation Time: 3-6 months recommended for comprehensive preparation
Exam Centers
Pan India: Major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and other state capitals
Center Allocation: Based on candidate's preference and availability; No change allowed after submission
Candidates must choose centers during application; Admit card will specify the exact venue
Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply Online.
