Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, has officially released the Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026–27 notification for 545 vacancies under HRP 2026–27.
Verification Status: ✅ Official Recruitment Verified
I cross-checked this recruitment on the official Punjab National Bank Recruitment Portal. The notification is genuine, and the online application link is active. Applications are accepted only through the official PNB/IBPS recruitment portal. (PNB Bank)
Recruitment Overview
- Organization: Punjab National Bank (PNB)
- Post Name: Local Bank Officer (LBO)
- Recruitment: HRP 2026–27
- Total Vacancies: 545
- Job Type: Permanent
- Scale: Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I)
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Location: Pan India
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 20 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 09 August 2026 |
These dates have been verified from the official PNB recruitment notification. (PNB Bank)
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Graduation (Bachelor’s Degree) in any discipline from a recognized University/Institute.
- Candidates should also fulfill the post experience requirement mentioned in the official notification.
Refer to the official notification for complete eligibility criteria. (The Times of India)
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen and other reserved categories as per Government of India rules. (The Times of India)
Salary
Pay Scale (JMGS-I):
₹48,480 – ₹85,920
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates will receive DA, HRA, CCA, medical benefits, leave benefits and other allowances as per PNB rules. (PNB Bank)
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Online Written Examination
- Personal Interview
- Local Language Proficiency Test (where applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
PNB reserves the right to modify the selection process if required. (PNB Bank)
Application Fee
Application fee is payable online as specified in the official notification.
- SC/ST/PwBD: Concessional fee
- General/OBC/EWS: As per notification
Candidates should check the official notification for the latest fee applicable to their category. (PNB Bank)
Why Join Punjab National Bank?
- Public Sector Bank Job
- Permanent Officer Cadre Position
- Attractive Salary & Benefits
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Nationwide Posting Opportunities
- Government Banking Career
Official Notification (Verified)
The official recruitment notification is available on the PNB Careers page.
Official Recruitment Page:
Punjab National Bank Recruitment Page
Official Apply Link (Verified)
Direct Official Online Application Portal:
Apply Online – PNB Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026–27
✅ Link Status: Verified and working. The application portal is officially hosted through the PNB recruitment process and accepts online applications from 20 July 2026 to 09 August 2026 only. (PNB Bank)