Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 1000 Local Bank Officer Posts
Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 for 1000 posts. Check vacancy details, eligibility criteria, salary, selection process and steps to apply information here.
Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in JMGS I Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released on 30 March 2026 on the official website punjabandsind.bank.in. A total of 1000 vacancies have been announced for the post of Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) across 17 States/UTs.
Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in JMGS I Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in JMGS I notification has been published on 30 March 2026 on the official website punjabandsind.bank.in. Candidates should thoroughly read the official advertisement to check state-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limit, reservation rules, selection process and detailed instructions for filling the application form.
| Document | Download Link |
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| Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in JMGS I Recruitment 2026 Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in JMGS I Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in JMGS I |
| Organisation | Punjab and Sind Bank |
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 1000 |
| Pay Scale | Rs.48,480 – 85,920 (JMGS-I scale with 3 increments) + DA, HRA, CCA etc. |
| Essential Qualification | Graduation + Minimum 18 months post-qualification branch experience as officer in Scheduled Commercial Bank / Regional Rural Bank |
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 years (as on 01.03.2026) |
| Application Mode | Online via punjabandsind.bank.in |
| Application Fee | SC/ST/PwBD: ₹100 + taxes General/EWS/OBC: ₹850 + taxes |
| Application Start Date | 31 March 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 20 April 2026 |
Important Note: Candidates can apply for vacancy of one state only. Present employees of Punjab and Sind Bank are not eligible.
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 |
Applicable only for candidates who have studied and passed English as one of the subjects from any school located in the states of Nagaland and/or Arunachal Pradesh.
Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of LBO in JMGS I Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Events | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Publication Date | 30 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 31 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | 20 April 2026 |
Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of LBO in JMGS I Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational & Professional Qualification (as on 20.04.2026): A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a university recognised by the Govt. of India + Minimum 18 months post-basic qualification branch experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or any Regional Rural Bank.
Age Limit (as on 01.03.2026): Minimum: 20 years Maximum: 30 years (A candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.03.1996 and not later than 01.03.2006)
Age Relaxation:
| 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 |
Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of LBO in JMGS I Recruitment 2026 Salary
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.
Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of LBO in JMGS I Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹100 + Applicable Taxes + Payment Gateway Charges |
| General, EWS & OBC | ₹850 + Applicable Taxes + Payment Gateway Charges |
Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of LBO in JMGS I Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection will be based on
- Written Test
- Screening
- Personal Interview
- Local Language Proficiency Test
- Final Merit List
Written Test Pattern (Online):
| Test | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 30 min |
| Banking Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 40 min |
| General Awareness/Economy | 30 | 30 | 30 min |
| Computer Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 20 min |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 120 min |
Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (UR/EWS) & 35% (Reserved categories).
Final selection on the basis of Written Test (70%) + Personal Interview (30%) + Local Language Proficiency (mandatory).
How to Apply for Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in JMGS I Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official Punjab and Sind Bank portal before the last date.
Step 1 – Visit punjabandsind.bank.in → Recruitment section → Click on the relevant notification. Step 2 – Register using valid email ID & mobile number. Step 3 – Fill the online application form, upload photo, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration & required documents. Step 4 – Pay the application fee online. Step 5 – Submit and take printout of the application form for future reference.
Punjab and Sind Bank Local Bank Officer Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 - FAQs
Q1. What is Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in JMGS I 2026?
Punjab and Sind Bank Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in JMGS I 2026 is a national-level recruitment drive to fill 1000 Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) vacancies across 17 states and union territories on a regular basis.
Q2. How many vacancies are announced for Punjab and Sind Bank Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) 2026?
The Punjab and Sind Bank LBO 2026 notification has announced a total of 1000 vacancies for the post of Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) distributed state-wise across Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Nagaland, West Bengal and Punjab.
Q3. What are the online application dates for Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026?
The online registration for Punjab and Sind Bank Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) Recruitment 2026 starts on 31 March 2026 and the last date to apply online and pay the application fee is 20 April 2026 through the official website punjabandsind.bank.in.
Q4. What is the eligibility criteria for Punjab and Sind Bank Local Bank Officer 2026?
To be eligible for Punjab and Sind Bank LBO 2026, candidates must have a Graduation degree in any discipline from a university recognised by the Government of India and possess a minimum of 18 months post-basic qualification branch experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank as on 20 April 2026.
Q5. What is the age limit for Punjab and Sind Bank LBO JMGS I Recruitment 2026?
The minimum age for Punjab and Sind Bank Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) 2026 is 20 years and the maximum age is 30 years as on 01 March 2026, with relaxation in upper age limit for SC, ST, OBC (Non-creamy layer), PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and persons affected by 1984 riots as per government norms.
Q6. What is the application fee for Punjab and Sind Bank Local Bank Officer 2026 exam?
The application fee for Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 is ₹100 plus applicable taxes and payment gateway charges for SC, ST and PwBD candidates, and ₹850 plus applicable taxes and payment gateway charges for General, EWS and OBC candidates, payable only through online mode.
Q7. What is the selection process for Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026?
The selection process for Punjab and Sind Bank Local Bank Officer JMGS I 2026 consists of an online written test, screening, personal interview, local language proficiency test and preparation of a final merit list with 70 percent weightage to the written test and 30 percent weightage to the interview.
Q8. What is the exam pattern for Punjab and Sind Bank Local Bank Officer 2026 online test?
The Punjab and Sind Bank LBO 2026 online written exam comprises 120 multiple-choice questions for 120 marks with a duration of 120 minutes, including sections on English Language, Banking Knowledge, General Awareness/Economy and Computer Aptitude, conducted in bilingual mode (English and Hindi) except for the English section.
Q9. What is the salary of Punjab and Sind Bank Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) in 2026?
Punjab and Sind Bank Local Bank Officer in JMGS-I scale will receive a pay scale of Rs. 48,480–2000/7–62,480–2340/2–67,160–2680/7–85,920 with three advance increments at the time of joining, along with admissible allowances like DA, HRA/leased accommodation, CCA, medical benefits and LTC as per bank rules.
Q10. Can I apply for Punjab and Sind Bank LBO 2026 vacancies in more than one state?
No, candidates can apply for the Local Bank Officer JMGS I 2026 recruitment for only one state’s vacancies and they must have proficiency in the mandatory local language of that state as specified in the notification, since a local language proficiency test will be part of the final selection.
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