Punjab National Bank (PNB) Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 750 Local Bank Officer (LBO) Posts

Punjab National Bank (PNB) has officially released the Detailed Advertisement for the Recruitment of Local Bank Officers (LBO) – 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 750 vacancies across multiple states in India. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official PNB website https://pnb.bank.in from 03 November 2025 to 23 November 2025.

Important Dates

• Opening Date of Online Registration: 03 November 2025
• Closing Date of Online Registration: 23 November 2025
• Tentative Online Test Date: December 2025 / January 2026

Post Details

In addition to basic pay, selected candidates will be entitled to DA, HRA, CCA, medical, and other benefits as per bank rules.

State-wise Vacancy Details

Some of the major state-wise vacancies include:

• Maharashtra – 135
• Gujarat – 95
• Telangana – 88
• Karnataka – 85
• Tamil Nadu – 85
• West Bengal – 90
• Assam – 86
• Others – Total 750 posts

(Note: Vacancies are provisional and may change as per bank requirements.)

Eligibility Criteria

1. Nationality:

Candidates must be:

• A citizen of India, or
• A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
• A Tibetan refugee (came to India before 1st January 1962).

2. Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025):

• Minimum: 20 years
• Maximum: 30 years

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST – 5 years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 3 years
• PwBD – 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen – 5 years

3. Educational Qualification:

• Candidates must be Graduates in any discipline from a recognized University or Institution.

4. Experience:

• Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in Clerical/Officer Cadre in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank.

5. Language Proficiency:

• Applicants must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the local language of the state they are applying for.

Selection Process

The PNB LBO Recruitment 2025 selection will be conducted in four stages:

1. Online Written Test
2. Screening of Documents
3. Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
4. Personal Interview

Online Test Pattern

• Negative Marking: ¼ mark for each wrong answer.
• Minimum Qualifying Marks:
  • General/EWS: 40%
  • Reserved Category: 35%

Application Fees

Fees must be paid online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website – https://pnb.bank.in
2. Go to Recruitment / Careers section.
3. Click on “Apply Online for Local Bank Officer (LBO)”.
4. Complete registration and fill the form carefully.
5. Upload required documents and pay the application fee.
6. Submit the form and take a printout for reference.

Exam Centres (Kerala)

Ernakulam, Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram, Alappuzha, Kottayam, and Thrissur.

Documents Required at Interview

• Online Application Printout
• Valid Photo ID Proof
• Educational Certificates
• Caste / Disability / EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• Work Experience Proof
• No Objection Certificate (if applicable)

Indemnity Bond

Selected candidates must execute an Indemnity Bond of ₹2,00,000 to serve the bank for at least 3 years, or pay the amount if they leave earlier.

Key Highlights

• Total Vacancies: 750
• Salary up to ₹85,920/month + perks
• Apply Online: 03.11.2025 – 23.11.2025
• Qualification: Any Graduate
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in bank
• Job Location: Within the chosen state only
• Official Website: https://pnb.bank.in

Important Links

• 👉 Official Notification PDF
• 👉 Apply Online Link (Active from 03.11.2025)

Punjab National Bank’s Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2025 is an excellent opportunity for experienced banking professionals seeking a stable and rewarding career in the public sector. Interested candidates should apply early to avoid last-minute issues.

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