Question 1

How many vacancies are available under PNB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026?

Accepted Answer

Punjab National Bank has announced 545 vacancies for the post of Local Bank Officer (LBO).

Question 2

What are the application dates for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?

Accepted Answer

Candidates can apply online from 20 July 2026 to 09 August 2026.

Question 3

What is the educational qualification required for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?

Accepted Answer

Candidates must possess a Graduation degree from a recognized University along with the prescribed banking experience.

Question 4

Is banking experience mandatory for PNB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Candidates must possess at least one year of post-qualification experience in Clerical or Officer Cadre in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank.

Question 5

What is the selection process for PNB LBO Recruitment 2026?

Accepted Answer

Selection consists of an Online Written Test, Screening, Local Language Proficiency Test (where applicable), Personal Interview, Document Verification and Medical Examination.

Question 6

What is the salary of a PNB Local Bank Officer?

Accepted Answer

The JMGS-I pay scale is Rs.48,480-2,000/7-62,480-2,340/2-67,160-2,680/7-85,920 along with applicable allowances and benefits.

Question 7

Can candidates apply for more than one State?

Accepted Answer

No. A candidate is permitted to apply for only one State.

Question 8

Is Local Language Proficiency mandatory?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Candidates must be proficient in the prescribed local language of the selected State. Those who have not studied it in Class 10 or 12 must qualify the Local Language Proficiency Test.

Particular	Details
Post	Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I)
Basic Pay Scale	Rs.48,480-2,000/7-62,480-2,340/2-67,160-2,680/7-85,920

Dearness Allowance (DA)	Applicable
House Rent Allowance (HRA) / Leased Accommodation	Applicable
City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)	Applicable
Leave Fare Concession (LFC)	Applicable
Medical Insurance	Applicable
Retirement Benefits	Applicable
Provident Fund (PF)	Applicable
Gratuity	Applicable
Pension (as per Bank rules)	Applicable
Other Perquisites as per Punjab National Bank Rules	Applicable

PNB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification for 545 Posts Salary 2026

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