Punjab and Sind Bank has released an official notification for the recruitment of Local Bank Officers (LBO) in 2026. A total of 1000 vacancies have been announced across multiple states in India.
This is a great opportunity for candidates who are looking to build a stable and rewarding career in the banking sector. The bank aims to strengthen its regional presence by hiring candidates with knowledge of local languages and areas.
Eligibility Criteria– Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026
- Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) from a recognized university
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-creamy layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
- Candidates must have knowledge of the local language of the state they are applying for
- Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in JMGS I Recruitment 2026 – State-wise Vacancy Details
Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in JMGS I Recruitment 2026 – State-wise Vacancy Details
| State | Vacancies | Mandatory Language Proficiency | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chhattisgarh | 80 | Hindi | 80 |
| Gujarat | 125 | Gujarati | 125 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 20 | Hindi | 20 |
| Jharkhand | 10 | Hindi | 10 |
| Karnataka | 60 | Kannada | 60 |
| Kerala | 10 | Malayalam | 10 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 60 | Hindi | 60 |
| Maharashtra | 60 | Marathi | 60 |
| Odisha | 80 | Odiya | 80 |
| Tamil Nadu | 65 | Tamil | 65 |
| Telangana | 30 | Telugu | 30 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 200 | Hindi | 200 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 15 | English* | 15 |
| Assam | 50 | Assamese, Bodo, Garo | 50 |
| Nagaland | 5 | English* | 5 |
| West Bengal | 30 | Bengali | 30 |
| Punjab | 100 | Punjabi | 100 |
| Total | 1000 | – | 1000 |
Application Fee– Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026
| Category | Fees |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹850 + GST |
| ST/SC/PwD | ₹100 + GST |
Important Dates– Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026
| Start Date to Apply | 31 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 April 2026 |
Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026- Selection Process
The selection process consists of multiple stages:
- Online Written Examination
- Shortlisting / Screening
- Personal Interview
- Local Language Test
- Final Merit List
Final selection will be based on:
- 70% weightage – Online Exam
- 30% weightage – Interview
Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026- Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| General Awareness | 30 | 30 |
| Banking Knowledge | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
- Total Time: 120 Minutes
Salary– Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026
Officer – JMGS I: Scale of Pay Rs. 48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,920
- 3 increments at the time of joining + DA, HRA/Leased Accommodation, CCA, Medical, LTC etc. as per rules.
How to Apply– Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website of Punjab and Sind Bank
- Go to the Careers / Recruitment section
- Click on “LBO Recruitment 2026”
- Register yourself
- Fill out the application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and take a printout
Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026– Important Links
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
