
BOB LBO Notification 2026: The Bank of Baroda has released the recruitment advertisement for the position of Local Bank Officer (LBO) across various states in India on 18 August 2026. This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for experienced banking professionals to join a leading public sector bank in Scale-I officer roles. Candidates appointed under this cadre will serve within their selected state for the initial years of their service, requiring strong proficiency in the local language of the respective state. Applications start from 18 August 2026 and the last date to apply is 7 September 2026.
Interested applicants must carefully review the eligibility criteria, age limits, required qualifications, and selection workflow before filling out the online registration form.

The Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer offers direct recruitment into Junior Management Grade Scale I (JMGS-I). Key highlights of the Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026 drive are outlined below:
| Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Overview | |
| Recruitment Details | Specifications |
| Exam Conducting Body | Bank of Baroda (BOB) |
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (LBO) |
| Grade / Scale | Junior Management Grade Scale I (JMGS-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 2,482 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Release of Official Notification | August 18, 2026 |
| Commencement of Online Application | August 18, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | September 07, 2026 (up to 23:59 hours) |
| Admit Card Release | 10 to 14 days before the exam |
| Selection Process | Online Test, LPT, Psychometric Test, GD/Interview |
| Official Website | bankofbaroda.in |
The official Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer (LBO) 2026 Notification PDF is released on the bank’s official portal (www.bankofbaroda.in). It outlines essential details, including the BOB LBO Exam Date 2026,
Bank of Baroda LBO Syllabus, eligibility criteria,state-wise vacancies, selection process, salary scale, and examination guidelines. Candidates must review the document thoroughly before applying. Click the button below to download:
Bank of Baroda LBO Notification PDF Download
Applicants can register using a valid email ID and mobile number, fill in personal and professional details, upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates), and pay the prescribed application fee online before the stipulated deadline. Click the button below to apply:
Candidates can follow these step-by-step instructions to complete their online registration:
Visit the official Bank of Baroda website at bankofbaroda.in.
Navigate to the Careers section and click on Current Opportunities.
Select the link for Recruitment of Local Bank Officers 2026.
Complete the new registration process by entering basic details such as name, email ID, and mobile number.
Fill in the online application form with personal details, educational qualifications, work experience, and state choice.
Upload scanned copies of required documents including photo, signature, experience certificate, and category certificate.
Pay the applicable registration fee online through debit card, credit card, or net banking.
Submit the application form and keep a printed copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
The registration fee details according to applicant categories are as follows:
General, EWS, and OBC Candidates: ₹850 (inclusive of GST) plus applicable gateway charges.
SC, ST, PwBD, ESM, and Women Candidates: ₹175 (inclusive of GST) plus applicable gateway charges.
Applicants must fulfil the mandatory criteria regarding age limit, education, experience, and regional language proficiency as of August 01, 2026:
Age Limit: Minimum 21 years and Maximum 30 years for General category applicants. Upper age relaxations apply for reserved categories (5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC Non-Creamy Layer, and 10 to 15 years for PwBD candidates).
Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University or Institution.
Work Experience: Minimum 1 year of post-qualification experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank listed in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India. Clerical experience will not be counted.
Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the local language of the state for which they are applying.
The total 2,482 vacancies include both new seats and unfilled backlog posts spread across multiple states. BOB LBO Vacancy 2026 details are gievn below:
Gujarat: 1,185 total posts (400 new + 785 unfilled)
Karnataka: 418 total posts (130 new + 288 unfilled)
Maharashtra: 218 total posts (180 new + 38 unfilled)
Tamil Nadu: 132 total posts (128 new + 4 unfilled)
Odisha: 100 total posts (96 new + 4 unfilled)
Andhra Pradesh: 80 total posts
Telangana: 50 total posts
Kerala: 49 total posts (40 new + 9 unfilled)
West Bengal: 42 total posts (40 new + 2 unfilled)
Other States & UTs: Remaining posts across Assam, Goa, Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, Sikkim, Manipur, Meghalaya, and North-Eastern states.
The selection methodology for Local Bank Officer consists of multiple stages:
Shortlisting / Online Test: Initial screening of applications or an online examination evaluating banking knowledge, general awareness, English, and analytical reasoning.
Language Proficiency Test (LPT): Assessment of local language fluency for the candidate's chosen state.
Psychometric Assessment & Group Discussion / Interview: Final evaluation stage to test professional suitability and domain capability.
Selected candidates enter the Bank of Baroda service under Junior Management Grade Scale I (JMGS-I).BOB Local Bank Officer Salary details are given below:
Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – 2000 (7) – 62,480 – 2340 (2) – 67,160 – 2680 (7) – ₹85,920.
Allowances: In addition to basic pay, officers are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), Special Allowances, and Medical Aid as per bank rules.
Perquisites: Quarters facility or lease allowance, Provident Fund (PF), National Pension System (NPS), coverage under medical insurance, and festive concessions.
Probation Period: Newly recruited Local Bank Officers remain on probation for 12 months from their date of joining.