PNB Local Bank Officer Recruitment Notification 2025 - Apply Online for 750 vacant posts - Last date 23 November

PNB Local Bank Officer Recruitment Notification 2025 - Apply Online for 750 vacant posts - Last date 23 November

Punjab National Bank (PNB), a leading public sector bank, invites online applications for 750 Local Bank Officer (LBO) posts across various states. The LBO post offers excellent pay, benefits, and growth, with selection based on a state-wise merit system, language proficiency, and interview. Graduates aged 20-30 years with one year relevant bank experience and proficiency in the local language can apply. Take advantage of this opportunity to join one of India’s premier banks and build a rewarding banking career by contributing to the local development of your chosen state.

Organization	Punjab National Bank (PNB)
Post Name	Local Bank Officer (LBO) – JMGS-I
Total Vacancies	750
Pay Scale	₹48,480 – 85,920 (plus DA, HRA, CCA, Medical, Retirement, and all PNB perquisites)
Probation Period	2 years; confirmation as per PNB (Officers’) Service Regulation, 1979
Indemnity Bond	Serving 3 years or pay ₹2,00,000 if resigning earlier
State posting	Initial posting within the chosen state for 9 years or until promotion to Scale IV
Application Window	03 November 2025 – 23 November 2025

Nationality: Indian citizen or eligible Nepalese, Bhutanese, Tibetan, or PIO migrants as per GOI rules.
Qualification: Graduate in any discipline from recognized University as of 23.11.2025.
Experience: Minimum 1 year (post-graduation) in Clerical/Officer Cadre in Scheduled Commercial/Regional Rural Bank.
Language: Proficiency (read, write, speak) in the state’s specified local language.
Work Experience: Experience must match the role of Scale-I Generalist Officer. Proof required as per annexed format.

Minimum 20 years; Maximum 30 years as on 01.07.2025.
Age relaxation: SC/ST – 5 yrs, OBC (NCL) – 3 yrs, PwBD – 10 yrs, Ex-Servicemen – 5 yrs, Others as per rules.

Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
Candidates must have received degree/result by 23.11.2025 and upload proof at registration.

Minimum 1 year experience (post-graduation) in Clerical/Officer cadre in Scheduled Commercial Bank or RRB. Only similar job profiles to PNB Scale–I Generalist Officer are eligible for advance increment. No prior service/experience will count for seniority.

• Managing branch operations and lead activities such as customer service, business development, and compliance.
• Executing sales and marketing plans, mobilizing deposits, cross-selling financial products, and handling loan/credit proposals.
• Ensuring customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and following guidelines for loans, advances, and account management.
• Maintaining branch records and handling accounts as per PNB and RBI guidelines.
• Coordination with customers and third parties for efficient functioning of branch/unit.
• Perform any role as assigned by the bank based on organizational needs.

• Local language proficiency matching the state applied for.
• Customer-centric approach and relationship management.
• Communication, problem-solving, and team leadership skills.
• Working knowledge of bank computer systems, compliance, and reporting.
• Adaptability and integrity aligned with PNB values.

Total: 750. Grade/Scale: JMGS-I

State	Language	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	UR	Total
Gujarat	Gujarati	14	7	25	9	40	95
Karnataka	Kannada	12	6	22	8	37	85
Maharashtra	Marathi	20	10	36	13	56	135
Telangana	Telugu	13	6	23	8	38	88
Grand Total	-	104	49	194	67	336	750

Full details and PwBD/category-wise break-up available in notification PDF.

SC/ST/PwBD: ₹59/- (only postage charges, inclusive of GST)
All Others: ₹1180/- (inclusive of GST)
Payment online only, non-refundable.

Event	Date
Opening of Online Registration	03 November 2025
Closing of Online Registration	23 November 2025
Tentative Written Exam	December 2025/January 2026

• Online Written Test (Reasoning, Computer, Data Analysis, English, Quant, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, 150 questions, 150 marks, negative marking 1/4th)
• Screening of application & documents of test-qualified candidates
• Local Language Proficiency Test (if applicable)
• Personal Interview (50 marks, minimum qualifying: 45% for SC/ST, 50% for others)
• State-wise & category-wise merit list prepared based on written exam + interview

1. Apply online via PNB Career Portal from 03.11.2025 to 23.11.2025 only.
2. Scan and upload: photo, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration, qualification, and experience documents per format and size guidelines.
3. Pay the application fee via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI.
4. Print the confirmation page/e-receipt for records. No offline applications accepted.
5. See notification PDF for full document checklist and format.

• Candidates can apply for only one state.
• All selections and postings are provisional, subject to eligibility and document verification.
• Notification, call letters, and updates available only on official PNB website and registered e-mail.
• Selected candidates sign a 3-year indemnity bond (₹2 lakh) and must have CIBIL score ≥680 at joining.
• No offline communication or TA/DA for test/interview; unemployed SC/ST get second-class fare for interview.
• No application fee will be refunded after submission under any circumstances.

• PNB Official Career Page
• Online Application Form
• Download Notification PDF

• Who can apply? Indian graduates with 1-year post-graduation bank experience and state language skills.
• What is the selection process? Written exam, screening, language proficiency (if needed), and interview.
• How many vacancies? 750 across states, with category and PwBD reservations as per law.
• What is the age limit? 20-30 years as on 1 July 2025, relaxations as per Government/PNB rules.
• What is the application fee? ₹59 for SC/ST/PwBD, ₹1180 for others.
• Can I apply for more than one state? No, select only one state; multiple applications will be rejected.
• Is CIBIL score mandatory? Yes, must have 680+ CIBIL score at joining (not at application).
• Will my experience in NBFC or cooperative banks count? No, only scheduled commercial and regional rural banks considered.
• What if I resign before 3 years? Indemnity bond requires payment of ₹2 lakh to PNB if service ends early.
• Are there interview travel allowances? Only for unemployed SC/ST, as per Govt. guidelines.
• Can I change details/state after submission? No, state/category and personal details cannot be changed after online submission.