Punjab And Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026

Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 1000 Posts The online application process has started from 31 March 2026 and will continue till 20 April 2026. Interested candidates can apply through the official website. This recruitment offers a great opportunity with 1000 vacancies across multiple states in India.

Punjab and Sind Bank has released the official notification for the recruitment of Local Bank Officers (JMGS-I) posts. This recruitment drive is conducted for eligible Indian candidates who want to build a career in the banking sector. Candidates must ensure that they fulfill all eligibility criteria before applying online.

Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 Overview

Organization Name	Punjab & Sind Bank (Government of India Undertaking)
Post Name	Local Bank Officer (LBO) – JMGS I
Total Posts	1000

Category	Recruitment
Application Type	Online
Educational Qualification	Graduates with 18+ months of officer experience in Scheduled Commercial Banks / RRBs
Age Limit	20–30 years (Relaxation: SC/ST 5 yrs, OBC 3 yrs, PwBD 10 yrs)
Online Registration	31 March – 20 April 2026
Selection Process	Online Written Test → Screening → Interview → Local Language Test
WhatsApp Official Channel	Join WhatsApp Channel

Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026: Vacancies

State	Total Vacancies	Mandatory Language
Uttar Pradesh	200	Hindi
Gujarat	125	Gujarati
Punjab	100	Punjabi
Chhattisgarh	80	Hindi
Odisha	80	Odiya
Tamil Nadu	65	Tamil
Karnataka	60	Kannada
Madhya Pradesh	60	Hindi
Maharashtra	60	Marathi
Assam	50	Assamese, Bodo, Garo
Telangana	30	Telugu
West Bengal	30	Bengali
Himachal Pradesh	20	Hindi
Arunachal Pradesh	15	English*
Jharkhand	10	Hindi
Kerala	10	Malayalam
Nagaland	5	English*
Total	1000	‘

Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
Apply Start Date	31 March 2026
Last Date to Apply	20 April 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	20 April 2026
Exam Date	Notify Later

Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹850/-
SC / ST / PwBD	₹100/-
Payment Mode	Online

Punjab & Sind Bank LBO 2026 Application Fee

Candidates applying for Punjab & Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 must pay a non-refundable application fee online. The fee varies based on category:

Category	Fee (Non-refundable)
SC / ST / PwBD	₹100 + applicable taxes
General / EWS / OBC	₹850 + applicable taxes

Punjab & Sind Bank LBO Eligibility Criteria

This lateral entry drive is specifically designed for candidates with at least 18 months of experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial or Regional Rural Bank. Eligible applicants must be between 20 and 30 years old and possess a graduation degree. Below we have shared detailed eligibility with qualification, age limit and experience.

1. Age Limit (As of March 1, 2026)

Minimum: 20 years.
Maximum: 30 years.
Candidates must have been born between 2 March 1996, and 1 March 2006 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation: Standard government relaxations apply, including 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer), and 10 years for PwBD.

2. Educational Qualification

Degree: Graduation in any discipline from a university recognized by the Government of India.
Mark-sheet Requirement: Candidates must possess a valid degree certificate/mark-sheet on the day of registration.

3. Work Experience (As of April 20, 2026)

Requirement: Minimum 18 months of experience as an Officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank listed in the Second Schedule of the RBI.
This experience must be “Post Essential Academic Qualification Experience”.

4. Credit History

Applicants must maintain a healthy credit history with a minimum CIBIL score of 650 or above at the time of joining.

Punjab & Sind Bank LBO Exam Pattern 2026

The written examination is conducted for a total of 120 marks with a duration of 120 minutes. The test is divided into four sections:

Name of Test	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
English Language	30	30	30 minutes
Banking Knowledge	40	40	40 minutes
General Awareness/ Economy	30	30	30 minutes
Computer Aptitude	20	20	20 minutes
Total	120	120	120 minutes

Punjab & Sind Bank LBO Selection Procedure

The selection process involves a written examination, screening, and a personal interview, with a strong emphasis on local language proficiency for the specific state of application. The selection process for JMGS I consists of several stages:

Written Test: An online examination covering English, Banking Knowledge, General Awareness/Economy, and Computer Aptitude.
Screening: Shortlisting based on performance and eligibility.
Personal Interview: Weighted at 30% of the final score.
Local Language Proficiency Test: A mandatory test for provisionally selected candidates (unless they studied the language in 10th/12th standard).

Punjab & Sind Bank LBO Salary 2026

Punjab & Sind Bank LBO (JMGS I) offers an attractive pay package and structured career growth for banking professionals with prior officer experience. Here’s a simplified look at the salary and service conditions:

Salary & Service Details – LBO (JMGS I)

Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 per month.
Starting Pay: Initial JMGS I pay + 3 increments.
Probation: 6 months.
Service Bond: Minimum 3 years; bond amount = 3 months’ gross salary.
Career Path: Officers stay in the general cadre; no inter-state transfers or postings to Controlling Offices/Special Branches until SMGS-IV or 12 years of service.