Punjab and Sind Bank has officially released its Lateral Recruitment Notification dated 30 March 2026 on its official website punjabandsind.bank.in for the recruitment of 1000 Local Bank Officers (LBO) in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) across 17 States and Union Territories. This is a lateral recruitment drive specifically designed to induct experienced banking professionals at the officer level directly from Scheduled Commercial Banks and Regional Rural Banks.
Candidates aged between 20 and 30 years (as on 01.03.2026) who hold a Graduation degree in any discipline from a Government of India recognised university and have a minimum of 18 months of post-qualification branch experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (as on 20.04.2026) are eligible to apply. The pay scale is JMGS-I: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 with 3 advance increments at joining, plus DA, HRA/Leased Accommodation, CCA, Medical, LTC and other admissible benefits. Two critical eligibility conditions must be noted: candidates can apply for vacancies of only one state, and present employees of Punjab and Sind Bank are not eligible. Online applications are open from 31 March 2026 to 20 April 2026.
Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 — Key Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Punjab and Sind Bank |
| Recruitment Name | Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers in JMGS-I |
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (LBO) — JMGS-I |
| Total Vacancies | 1000 Posts across 17 States/UTs |
| Pay Scale | ₹48,480 – 2000/7 – 62,480 – 2340/2 – 67,160 – 2680/7 – 85,920 (JMGS-I with 3 advance increments at joining) |
| Additional Benefits | DA, HRA / Leased Accommodation, CCA, Medical, LTC, and other benefits as per Bank rules |
| Essential Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university |
| Experience Required | Minimum 18 months post-qualification branch experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (as on 20.04.2026) |
| Age Limit (as on 01.03.2026) | 20 to 30 years (born not earlier than 02.03.1996 and not later than 01.03.2006) |
| Application Fee — SC/ST/PwBD | ₹100/- + applicable taxes + payment gateway charges |
| Application Fee — General / EWS / OBC | ₹850/- + applicable taxes + payment gateway charges |
| Notification Date | 30 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 31 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | 20 April 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online via punjabandsind.bank.in |
| Official Website | Click here |
Critical Eligibility Conditions:
- Candidates can apply for vacancies of only one state. Applications for more than one state will be rejected.
- Present employees of Punjab and Sind Bank are NOT eligible to apply.
- Candidates must have proficiency in the mandatory local language of the state they apply for, as a Local Language Proficiency Test is part of the selection process.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | 30 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 31 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | 20 April 2026 |
| Eligibility Reckoning Date (Qualification & Experience) | 20 April 2026 (last date of application) |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 March 2026 |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
State-Wise Vacancy Distribution & Mandatory Language
| State / UT | Vacancies | Mandatory Local 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, or 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 |
* The English language proficiency condition for Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland applies specifically to 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.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (as on 20.04.2026)
A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a university recognised by the Government of India. No specific stream or subject restriction applies — candidates from any graduate background are eligible provided they meet the experience requirement.
Post-Qualification Experience (as on 20.04.2026)
A minimum of 18 months of post-graduation branch experience as an officer in any of the following:
- Any Scheduled Commercial Bank (Public Sector, Private Sector, or Small Finance Bank), OR
- Any Regional Rural Bank (RRB)
The experience must be in a branch banking role at the officer level. Experience in back-office, administrative, or non-branch functions may not qualify. Candidates must verify the exact experience definition from the official notification before applying.
Age Limit (as on 01.03.2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 20 years | 30 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 20 years | 33 years (3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 20 years | 35 years (5 years relaxation) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 20 years | 40 years (10 years relaxation) |
| Persons affected by 1984 Riots | 20 years | 35 years (5 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 20 years | 35 years (5 years relaxation) |
Age will be reckoned as on 01 March 2026. A candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.03.1996 and not later than 01.03.2006 (both dates inclusive) for the General category.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹100/- + applicable taxes + payment gateway charges |
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹850/- + applicable taxes + payment gateway charges |
The application fee must be paid online during the application process at Click here. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable.
Pay Scale & Benefits
Selected Local Bank Officers will be placed in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) with the following pay scale and incremental structure:
Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – 2000/7 – 62,480 – 2340/2 – 67,160 – 2680/7 – ₹85,920
Special provision: 3 advance increments will be granted at the time of joining, in recognition of the prior banking experience of lateral recruits.
In addition to basic pay, the following allowances and benefits are admissible as per Bank rules: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) or Leased Accommodation, City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), Medical Benefits, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), and other applicable service benefits.
Selection Process
| Stage | Component | Weightage / Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Online Written Test | 120 Questions / 120 Marks / 120 Minutes; minimum qualifying: 40% UR/EWS, 35% Reserved |
| Stage 2 | Screening | Based on Written Test performance; shortlisted candidates called for interview |
| Stage 3 | Personal Interview | 30% weightage in final merit |
| Stage 4 | Local Language Proficiency Test | Mandatory; qualifying in nature; failure disqualifies candidate |
| Stage 5 | Final Merit List | Written Test 70% + Personal Interview 30% |
Written Test Pattern (Online)
| Section | Number 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 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40% for UR/EWS categories; 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and other reserved category candidates. The written test will be conducted in bilingual mode (English and Hindi) except for the English Language section. Final selection merit will be on a state-wise and category-wise basis.
How to Apply for Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026
- Download and read the official notification PDF from Click here carefully before applying — with particular attention to state-wise vacancy details, local language requirements, the exact definition of eligible experience, reservation rules, and document upload specifications.
- Visit the official Punjab and Sind Bank website at Click here and navigate to the Recruitment section. Click on the relevant LBO Recruitment 2026 notification link.
- Register on the application portal using a valid email ID and mobile number. Keep these credentials safe as they will be needed for future logins and communications.
- Fill in the online application form completely and accurately with all required personal details, educational qualification details, experience details (employer name, designation, period, and nature of branch experience), state preference (only one state), category, and local language proficiency claim.
- Upload the required documents and images in the specified format and file size, including: a recent passport-size photograph, specimen signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration as specified in the notification.
- Pay the application fee online (₹100/- for SC/ST/PwBD; ₹850/- for General/EWS/OBC) through the payment gateway integrated in the portal. The fee is non-refundable.
- Carefully review all entered information before final submission. Once submitted, edits may not be possible.
- Submit the completed online application form before 20 April 2026. Take a printout or save the final submitted application form with the system-generated registration number for future reference during written test, interview, and document verification stages.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What is Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026?
Punjab and Sind Bank has announced lateral recruitment of 1000 Local Bank Officers (LBO) in JMGS-I across 17 states and UTs. The notification was released on 30 March 2026, and online applications are open from 31 March to 20 April 2026. This is a lateral recruitment drive targeting experienced banking professionals from Scheduled Commercial Banks and RRBs at the officer level.
Q2. How many vacancies are there and across which states?
A total of 1000 vacancies are distributed across 17 states: Uttar Pradesh (200), Gujarat (125), Punjab (100), Chhattisgarh (80), Odisha (80), Tamil Nadu (65), Karnataka (60), Madhya Pradesh (60), Maharashtra (60), Assam (50), Telangana (30), West Bengal (30), Himachal Pradesh (20), Arunachal Pradesh (15), Jharkhand (10), Kerala (10), and Nagaland (5).
Q3. What qualification and experience are required for PSB LBO 2026?
Candidates must hold a Graduation degree in any discipline from a Government of India recognised university and must have a minimum of 18 months of post-qualification branch experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank, as on 20 April 2026.
Q4. What is the age limit for Punjab and Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 20 to 30 years as on 01 March 2026 for General/EWS candidates (born between 02.03.1996 and 01.03.2006). Age relaxation: OBC-NCL 3 years (max 33), SC/ST 5 years (max 35), PwBD 10 years (max 40), Ex-Servicemen 5 years (max 35), and persons affected by 1984 riots 5 years (max 35).
Q5. What is the pay scale for PSB Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I)?
The pay scale is ₹48,480 – 2000/7 – 62,480 – 2340/2 – 67,160 – 2680/7 – ₹85,920 (JMGS-I). Selected candidates will also receive 3 advance increments at the time of joining, along with DA, HRA/Leased Accommodation, CCA, Medical, LTC, and other admissible benefits as per Bank rules.
Q6. What is the application fee for PSB LBO 2026?
The application fee is ₹100/- + taxes + gateway charges for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, and ₹850/- + taxes + gateway charges for General, EWS, and OBC candidates. Payment is online only. The fee is non-refundable.
Q7. What is the selection process for PSB LBO Recruitment 2026?
Selection comprises five stages: (1) Online Written Test — 120 MCQs / 120 marks / 120 minutes covering English Language, Banking Knowledge, General Awareness/Economy, and Computer Aptitude; (2) Screening of written test qualifiers; (3) Personal Interview; (4) Local Language Proficiency Test (mandatory qualifying); and (5) preparation of Final Merit List with Written Test at 70% and Interview at 30% weightage. Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (UR/EWS) and 35% (reserved categories).
Q8. Can I apply for more than one state in PSB LBO 2026?
No. Candidates can apply for vacancies of only one state. Applying for more than one state will lead to rejection of the application. Candidates must also have proficiency in the mandatory local language of the state they choose to apply for, as a Local Language Proficiency Test is a mandatory qualifying component of the selection process.
Q9. Are current employees of Punjab and Sind Bank eligible?
No. Present employees of Punjab and Sind Bank are explicitly not eligible to apply for this recruitment. This exclusion applies to all current employees of Punjab and Sind Bank, regardless of their cadre or designation.
Q10. What is the local language proficiency requirement?
Every candidate must be proficient in the mandatory local language of the state they apply for — for example, Gujarati for Gujarat, Punjabi for Punjab, Tamil for Tamil Nadu, and so on. For Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland, the mandatory language is English, but specifically for candidates who have studied and passed English as a subject from schools in those states. The Local Language Proficiency Test is a mandatory and qualifying component — candidates who fail it will not be selected, irrespective of their written test and interview scores.
Q11. What documents need to be uploaded during the online application?
Candidates are required to upload: a recent passport-size photograph, specimen signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration (as per the format specified in the notification) — all in the prescribed file format and size. Additionally, experience certificates, educational qualification documents, and category certificates will be required at the document verification stage.
Q12. What is the written test syllabus for PSB LBO 2026?
The online written test covers four sections: English Language (30 questions, 30 marks, 30 minutes); Banking Knowledge (40 questions, 40 marks, 40 minutes); General Awareness / Economy (30 questions, 30 marks, 30 minutes); and Computer Aptitude (20 questions, 20 marks, 20 minutes). The total is 120 questions for 120 marks in 120 minutes. The test is in bilingual mode (English and Hindi) except for the English Language section which is in English only.