Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2482 Posts

Bank of Baroda has released the official notification for Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026 on a regular basis under Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16. A total of 2,482 Local Bank Officer vacancies are available across various states. The online application process starts on 18 August 2026 and the last date to apply and pay the application fee is 7 September 2026.

Candidates having a graduation degree in any discipline along with at least 1 year of post-qualification experience as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank can apply. Candidates must also possess proficiency in the local language of the state for which they are applying.

Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Overview

The notification specifies 2,482 vacancies for the Local Bank Officer post in JMG/S-I scale.

Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

The official advertisement states that online registration begins on 18 August 2026 and applications/payment close on 7 September 2026.

Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

The fee is non-refundable.

Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Vacancies & Qualification

Post-wise Vacancy

The degree must be from a recognized University/Institution. The notification also lists IC 38 and several NISM certifications as preferred certifications.

State-wise Vacancies

The notification’s vacancy table includes both new and unfilled vacancies from previous LBO recruitment exercises.

* For Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland, English is accepted as the local language only for candidates who studied and passed English as a subject from a school located in the respective state.

Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

The candidate’s age should be minimum 21 years and maximum 30 years as on 01 August 2026. The maximum age is for General category candidates.

Age relaxation is applicable as follows:

Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Experience

Candidates must have 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 as on 01 August 2026.

Experience in the clerical cadre will not be considered. Candidates must submit an experience certificate/job profile certified by their existing or previous employer.

Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Salary

The Local Bank Officer will be appointed in JMG/S-I scale.

The basic pay scale mentioned in the notification is:

₹48,480 – 2,000/7 – ₹62,480 – 2,340/1 – ₹64,820 – 2,680/1 – ₹67,500 – 2,680/1 – ₹70,180 – 2,680/1 – ₹72,860 – 2,680/1 – ₹75,540 – 2,680/1 – ₹78,220 – 2,680/1 – ₹80,900 – 2,680/1 – ₹83,580 – 2,680/1 – ₹86,260 – 2,680/1 – ₹88,940.

The selected candidate with one year or more experience as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank will receive one advance increment. Allowances and other benefits will be applicable as per Bank policies and the applicable banking-sector settlements.

Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process may include:

1. Online Examination
2. Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
3. Group Discussion (GD), wherever applicable
4. Personal Interview (PI)
5. Psychometric Test / Other Test, if decided by the Bank

The Bank reserves the right to modify the selection methodology, including conducting multiple-choice/descriptive tests, psychometric tests, GD, interviews or other assessment methods.

Candidates shortlisted in the online examination must qualify the Local Language Proficiency Test. Candidates who have studied the specified local language in Class 10th or 12th and can produce the relevant marksheet/certificate are exempted from the LPT.

Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern

The English Language test is qualifying in nature and its marks will not be considered for the final merit list. The other sections are available bilingually in English and Hindi. There is separate timing for each section.

Negative Marking

There will be a penalty for wrong answers. 0.25 marks of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every wrong answer. No penalty will apply to questions left unanswered.

Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Job Location

Selected candidates will be posted within the State for which they applied for the first 12 years of service or until promotion to SMGS-IV, whichever is earlier. Thereafter, they may be posted anywhere in India at the Bank’s discretion.

Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Important Documents

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• Resume/CV in PDF format
• 10th Marksheet/Certificate as DOB proof
• Graduation marksheets and certificate
• Other educational certificates
• Work Experience Certificates
• Appointment Letter
• Salary Slips
• Relieving Letter, wherever applicable
• Caste/Category Certificate, if applicable
• EWS Certificate, if applicable
• PwBD Certificate, if applicable
• Ex-Serviceman documents, if applicable
• Valid Photo ID/Aadhaar Card
• No Objection Certificate (NOC), wherever applicable
• Recent Passport Size Photograph
• Signature
• Left Thumb Impression
• Handwritten Declaration

The notification specifically requires the resume, DOB proof, educational certificates, experience certificates, category certificate and PwBD certificate, where applicable, to be uploaded in PDF format.

How to Apply for Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026

Candidates are required to apply online through the Bank of Baroda website under Career → Current Opportunities. Candidates should register using a valid personal email ID and mobile number, complete the application form, upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents, and pay the applicable fee through the online payment gateway.

Before submitting the form, candidates should carefully verify all details because changes/modifications are not permitted after final submission. The application is considered complete only after successful fee payment.

Steps to Apply

1. Visit the Bank of Baroda official website.
2. Go to Career → Current Opportunities.
3. Select Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026.
4. Register and complete the online application form.
5. Enter personal, educational and experience details.
6. Upload the required documents.
7. Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration.
8. Pay the application fee online.
9. Submit the application form.
10. Download and print the final application form and e-receipt for future reference.

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