Job Overview
Punjab and Sind Bank has released the official notification for the Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers (LBO) in JMGS I for the year 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1000 vacancies across 17 States and Union Territories. Candidates seeking Latest Govt Jobs 2026 in the banking sector can apply online through the official website. The recruitment process includes a written test, personal interview, and local language proficiency test.
The online application window opens on 31 March 2026 and closes on 20 April 2026. Eligible candidates must possess a Graduation degree along with relevant banking experience. Below are the complete details regarding eligibility, vacancy distribution, salary, and the application process.
Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Publication Date | 30 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 31 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | 20 April 2026 |
Application Fee
Candidates need to pay the application fee online during the submission process. The fee structure is as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹100 + Applicable Taxes + Payment Gateway Charges |
| General, EWS & OBC | ₹850 + Applicable Taxes + Payment Gateway Charges |
Age Limit
The age of candidates will be calculated as on 01.03.2026.
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Date of Birth Range: Candidates 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 |
Qualification
Candidates must meet the following educational and professional criteria as on 20.04.2026:
- Educational Qualification: A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a university recognised by the Government of India.
- Experience: Minimum 18 months post-basic qualification branch experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or any Regional Rural Bank.
Note: Present employees of Punjab and Sind Bank are not eligible. Candidates can apply for vacancy of one state only.
Vacancy Details
A total of 1000 vacancies have been announced for the post of Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I). The state-wise distribution is as follows:
| State | Vacancies | Mandatory Language Proficiency |
|---|---|---|
| Chhattisgarh | 80 | Hindi |
| Gujarat | 125 | Gujarati |
| Himachal Pradesh | 20 | Hindi |
| Jharkhand | 10 | Hindi |
| Karnataka | 60 | Kannada |
| Kerala | 10 | Malayalam |
| Madhya Pradesh | 60 | Hindi |
| Maharashtra | 60 | Marathi |
| Odisha | 80 | Odiya |
| Tamil Nadu | 65 | Tamil |
| Telangana | 30 | Telugu |
| Uttar Pradesh | 200 | Hindi |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 15 | English* |
| Assam | 50 | Assamese, Bodo, Garo |
| Nagaland | 5 | English* |
| West Bengal | 30 | Bengali |
| Punjab | 100 | Punjabi |
| Total | 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.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will be placed in the JMGS I scale with the following pay structure:
- Scale of Pay: Rs. 48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,920
- Allowances: 3 increments at the time of joining + DA, HRA/Leased Accommodation, CCA, Medical, LTC etc. as per rules.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on the following stages:
- Written Test (Online)
- Screening
- Personal Interview
- Local Language Proficiency Test
- Final Merit List
Final Selection Weightage: Written Test (70%) + Personal Interview (30%) + Local Language Proficiency (mandatory).
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).
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official Punjab and Sind Bank portal before the last date. Follow the steps below:
- Visit the official website punjabandsind.bank.in and navigate to the Recruitment section.
- Click on the relevant notification for Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) Recruitment 2026.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload scanned copies of photo, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the application form for future reference.
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FAQ
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 online test consists of 120 questions for 120 marks covering English Language, Banking Knowledge, General Awareness/Economy, and Computer Aptitude. The total duration is 120 minutes.