Punjab & Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026: Punjab & Sind Bank (A Government of India Undertaking) has published a notification inviting applications from Indian Citizens for the Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers (LBO) in JMGS-I. Eligible candidates possessing the requisite experience can apply online for 1000 vacancies spread across multiple states.

Vacancy Details & Local Language Requirement

A total of 1000 vacancies have been announced. Candidates can apply for a vacancy in one state only and must be proficient in the specified local language. The state-wise distribution is as follows:

Important Dates

• Commencement of Online Application: 31st March 2026

• Last Date of Online Application & Fee Payment: 20th April 2026

Eligibility Criteria (As on 01.03.2026 / 20.04.2026)

1. Age Limit (As on 01.03.2026):

• Minimum Age: 20 Years

• Maximum Age: 30 Years (Born between 02.03.1996 and 01.03.2006)

• Age Relaxation: SC/ST (5 Years), OBC-NCL (3 Years), PwBD (10 Years), Ex-Servicemen (5 Years) as per Govt. guidelines.

2. Educational Qualification & Experience (As on 20.04.2026):

• Education: A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a university recognized by the Govt. Of India or any equivalent qualification.

• Mandatory Experience: Minimum 18 Months (Post Essential Academic Qualification Experience) as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or any Regional Rural Bank as listed in the Second Schedule of Reserve Bank of India.

• Note: Present employees of Punjab and Sind Bank shall not be eligible for this post.

Salary & Service Bond

• Pay Scale: The selected candidates will be placed in JMGS I (Scale of Pay: ₹ 48,480 - 85,920/-). LBOs shall join at the initial scale of pay for JMGS-I + 3 increments.

• Service Bond: Candidates must execute a service bond to serve the bank for a minimum of 3 years. The bond amount is equivalent to 3 months'' gross salary.

Application Fee

Selection Process

The selection will consist of the following stages:

• Written Test (120 Marks): The online exam includes English Language (30 Q), Banking Knowledge (40 Q), General Awareness/Economy (30 Q), and Computer Aptitude (20 Q).

• Personal Interview: Candidates clearing the written test will be called for an interview. The final merit will be derived from a 70:30 weightage of Written Test and Interview.

• Local Language Test: Proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding the local language is mandatory. A language test will be conducted prior to joining (Exempted if the candidate studied the local language in 10th or 12th standard).

How to Apply

• Candidates must apply online through the official Punjab & Sind Bank website: https://punjabandsind.bank.in/.

• Navigate to the "Recruitment" link and click on the LBO Recruitment Notification.

• Register and fill out the detailed application form. Ensure you apply for only one state.

• Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, Brief Resume, ID/Age Proof, and Educational/Experience certificates as per the guidelines.

• Pay the application fee via the online payment gateway.

• Submit the application before 20.04.2026 and keep a printout of the generated application form for future reference.