Punjab & Sind Bank Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) Recruitment 2026
পাঞ্জাব এণ্ড ছিন্ধ বেংক LBO JMGS-I নিযুক্তি 2026 – 1000 পদ | অনলাইন আবেদন কৰক
Punjab & Sind Bank LBO Recruitment 2026 – Apply online for 1000 Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) posts including 50 vacancies for Assam. Eligible candidates with a graduation degree and minimum 18 months of banking experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or RRB can apply before 20 April 2026. Online application available at punjabandsind.bank.in.
পাঞ্জাব এণ্ড ছিন্ধ বেংকে JMGS-I গ্ৰেডত 1000 লোকেল বেংক অফিচাৰ পদৰ বাবে বিজ্ঞাপন প্ৰকাশ কৰিছে। অসমৰ বাবে 50 টা পদ আছে। স্নাতক ডিগ্ৰীধাৰী আৰু নিৰ্ধাৰিত বেংকত কমেও 18 মাহৰ কাৰ্যানুভৱ থকা প্ৰাৰ্থীসকলে 31 মাৰ্চ 2026 ৰ পৰা 20 এপ্ৰিল 2026 লৈকে অনলাইনত আবেদন কৰিব পাৰিব।
📅 Important Dates
📋 Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Dept/Category | Vacancy | Qualification | Age (Min–Max) | Salary | Last Date | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) লোকেল বেংক অফিচাৰ (JMGS-I) | Human Resources Development, Punjab & Sind Bank | 1,000 | Graduation in any discipline + 18 months banking experience | 20–30 (as on 01.03.2026) yrs | ₹48480–₹85920 (JMGS-I) + 3 increments at joining | 20 Apr 2026 | Apply → |
| TOTAL | 1,000 | ||||||
👤 Age Limit
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC-MOBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwD Unreserved: 10 years
- PwD OBC: 10 years (cumulative with OBC relaxation applicable)
💳 Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹850 + Taxes + Gateway Charges
- SC/ST/PwD: ₹100 + Taxes + Gateway Charges
- Mode: Online only (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI)
- Non-refundable under any circumstances
- No request for withdrawal of application will be entertained after submission
🗺️ Zone / District-wise Vacancy
| State | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assam | 7 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 22 | 50 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 30 | 15 | 54 | 20 | 81 | 200 |
| Punjab | 15 | 7 | 27 | 10 | 41 | 100 |
| Gujarat | 18 | 9 | 33 | 12 | 53 | 125 |
| Chhattisgarh | 12 | 6 | 21 | 8 | 33 | 80 |
| Odisha | 12 | 6 | 21 | 8 | 33 | 80 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 9 | 4 | 16 | 6 | 25 | 60 |
| Karnataka | 9 | 4 | 16 | 6 | 25 | 60 |
| Maharashtra | 9 | 4 | 16 | 6 | 25 | 60 |
| Tamil Nadu | 9 | 4 | 17 | 6 | 29 | 65 |
| West Bengal | 4 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 13 | 30 |
| Telangana | 4 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 13 | 30 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 15 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 20 |
| Jharkhand | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| Kerala | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| Nagaland | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| Total | 145 | 68 | 264 | 98 | 425 | 1000 |
🏆 Selection Process
📞 Helpline for Candidates
📄 Official PDFs
📄📄 Punjab & Sind Bank Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I) Recruitment 2026 – 1000 Posts | Online Apply
Punjab & Sind Bank, a Government of India Undertaking, has released an official notification for Lateral Recruitment of Local Bank Officers (LBO) in Junior Management Grade Scale I (JMGS-I). This is a golden opportunity for experienced banking professionals across India, including Assam, to join a reputed public sector bank. A total of 1000 vacancies have been announced across 16 states/UTs, with 50 vacancies specifically reserved for Assam. The online application window opened on 31st March 2026 and will close on 20th April 2026.
About Punjab & Sind Bank
Punjab & Sind Bank was established in 1908 and is currently functioning as a Government of India undertaking. The bank has a strong nationwide presence and is known for its focus on financial inclusion and customer-centric banking. This lateral recruitment drive aims to strengthen its officer-level workforce in states where local language proficiency is a priority.
Vacancy Details
The total vacancy is 1000 posts for Local Bank Officers in JMGS-I grade. For Assam, 50 vacancies have been announced with mandatory language proficiency in Assamese, Bodo, or Garo. The state-wise category-wise breakup for Assam is as follows: SC – 7, ST – 3, OBC – 13, EWS – 5, UR – 22, Total – 50. PwD reservations: HI – 1, OC – 1.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.03.2026): The minimum age is 20 years and maximum age is 30 years. Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.03.1996 and not later than 01.03.2006 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwD: 10 years
- Persons affected by 1984 riots: 5 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
Educational Qualification: A graduation degree (in any discipline) from a university recognized by the Government of India is mandatory. Candidates must possess a valid mark sheet/degree certificate confirming graduation at the time of registration.
Work Experience: Candidates must have a minimum of 18 months of post-qualification branch experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or any Regional Rural Bank listed in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India. The experience cutoff date is 20.04.2026.
Language Proficiency: For Assam vacancies, proficiency (reading, writing, and understanding) in Assamese, Bodo, or Garo is mandatory. A language test will be conducted for provisionally selected candidates. Candidates who have passed their 10th or 12th standard with the specified local language as a subject will be exempted from this test.
Pay Scale & Emoluments
Selected officers will be placed in JMGS-I scale: ₹48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920. LBOs will join at the initial JMGS-I scale + 3 increments as per the applicable Joint Note at the time of recruitment. Additional allowances including DA, HRA / Leased Accommodation, CCA, Medical, LTC, and Terminal Benefits will be provided as per bank rules.
Probation Period & Service Bond
The probation period for JMGS-I officers is 6 months. Candidates will be required to execute a service bond for 3 years. The bond amount will be equivalent to 3 months' gross salary (initial basic + DA + Special Allowance + DA on Special Allowance). Candidates who resign before the bond period will be required to pay the bond amount.
Career Path
Selected LBOs will be placed in the general cadre and will follow the bank's standard promotion policy. However, they will not be eligible for inter-state transfers, postings to Controlling Offices (ZO/HO), special branches (CBB, Currency Chest, ARB, RCC, etc.), or deputation to other organizations until promotion to SMGS-IV or completion of 12 years of service, whichever is earlier.
CIBIL Score Requirement
Candidates must maintain a healthy credit history with a minimum CIBIL score of 650 or above at the time of joining. A CIBIL report from the bank where the candidate holds an account must be submitted during Document Verification.
election Process
The selection will be conducted in the following stages:
- Written Test: The online written test will have 4 sections totaling 120 questions and 120 marks, with a total duration of 120 minutes:
- English Language: 30 questions, 30 marks, 30 minutes
- Banking Knowledge: 40 questions, 40 marks, 40 minutes
- General Awareness/Economy: 30 questions, 30 marks, 30 minutes
- Computer Aptitude: 20 questions, 20 marks, 20 minutes
- Screening: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in the written test.
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. Venue: New Delhi (unless otherwise specified). Interview carry 30% weightage in the final merit.
- Language Proficiency Test: Mandatory for candidates without proof of having studied the local language up to 10th/12th standard.
- Final Merit List: Prepared state-wise and category-wise based on Written Test (70%) + Personal Interview (30%) scores, converted to a combined score out of 100.
Exam Centers for Assam
Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Silchar
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹850 + Taxes + Payment Gateway Charges
- SC / ST / PwD: ₹100 + Taxes + Payment Gateway Charges
- Fee is non-refundable. Payment must be made online only.
Important Instructions
- Candidates can apply for vacancies in one state only.
- Present employees of Punjab & Sind Bank are not eligible.
- Only one application is permitted; last valid application will be retained.
- Candidates must not change their appearance during the recruitment process.
- All documents must be self-attested and produced in original at the time of document verification.
- Do not send any documents directly to the bank.
- Any disputes will be subject to courts in Delhi.
Documents Required at the Time of Exam/Interview
- Exam call letter with valid photo ID
- Age proof (10th certificate)
- Educational qualification certificates (semester-wise marksheets + degree)
- Experience certificates / NOC from current employer
- Caste/Category/Disability certificates (if applicable)
- Two passport-size photographs
- CIBIL Report
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official website https://punjabandsind.bank.in/ only. No offline or other mode of application is accepted. Register, fill the form, upload documents, pay fees, and submit before 20 April 2026.
Assam-Specific Details
Assam has 50 vacancies with mandatory language proficiency in Assamese, Bodo, or Garo. Exam centers in Assam include Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, and Silchar. Candidates applying for Assam vacancies cannot apply for any other state simultaneously.