PNB Recruitment: PNB announces recruitment for 545 officer posts for graduates; here are the salary details..

Here is a golden opportunity for young people preparing for a career in banking. Punjab National Bank (PNB) has announced recruitment for 545 Local Bank Officer (LBO) positions. Applications are invited for these posts under the 'Junior Management Grade Scale-1 (JMGS-I)' category. Candidates seeking a government job in the banking sector can apply online by visiting PNB's official website. Let’s look at the required qualifications and the salary offered for these positions.

Who can apply?
To apply for this PNB recruitment drive, candidates must hold a graduation degree from a recognized university. You must have your mark sheet available at the time of registration. Additionally, candidates require at least one year of work experience as a clerk or officer in any commercial bank or Regional Rural Bank (RRB). Candidates must also be able to read, write, and speak the local language of the state for which they are applying.

What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years of age as of July 1, 2026. Age relaxation will be provided to reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, etc.) in accordance with the rules.

Salary details
Upon appointment as a Local Bank Officer (LBO), candidates will receive a basic salary ranging from ₹48,480 to ₹85,920. In addition, benefits such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), medical insurance, and other government perks will be provided. The salary may see a significant increase after a few years of experience.

Note these important dates:
Application start date: July 20, 2026
Application deadline: August 9, 2026

What is the complete process?

First, an online written examination will be conducted, consisting of 150 questions.
The exam will cover Reasoning, Computer Knowledge, Data Analysis, English, Aptitude, and Banking Awareness; a negative marking of 1/4 mark applies to incorrect answers.
Document verification will take place after qualifying the written exam.
Candidates who have not studied the local language of the respective state in Class 10 or 12 will be required to pass a test in that language.
Shortlisted candidates will undergo a personal interview worth 50 marks, which is mandatory to pass.
A merit list will be released based on the marks obtained in the written examination and the interview.

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