Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Last Date Extended - Apply Online for 2482 Local Bank Officer Posts 1 hour ago

BOB Local Bank Officer Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of all important dates related to this recruitment to avoid missing any deadline. The schedule mentioned below is based on official information and may be updated from time to time.

BOB Local Bank Officer Vacancy 2026

Here, you can find the position wise vacancies detail of each position open under Bank of Baroda BOB LBO Recruitment 2026 notification. You can find here the number of vacancies, qualification, age limit and pay scale. The complete eligibility criteria of each position open under BOB is given below.

Local Bank Officer (LBO)

• No. of Vacancies: 2482

• Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution. Minimum 1 year post qualification experience as an Officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank (Second Schedule of RBI). Preferred Certifications: IC 38 from Insurance Institute of India; NISM Series V A: Mutual Fund Distributors Certification; NISM Series XXI-A: PMS Distributors Certification; NISM Series XIII: Common Derivatives Certification.

• Age Limit: Minimum: 21 years, Maximum: 30 years (as on 01.08.2026). Age relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years; OBC (NCL) – 3 years; PwBD (Gen/EWS) – 10 years, (OBC) – 13 years, (SC/ST) – 15 years; Ex-Servicemen (Gen/EWS) – 5 years, (OBC) – 8 years, (SC/ST) – 10 years.

• Pay Scale: JMG/S-I: Rs. 48480 – 2000 – 62480 – 2340 – 67160 – 2680 – 85920. One advance increment for work experience of 1 year or more as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank.

BOB Local Bank Officer Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil the following eligibility conditions, assessed as on the cut-off date of 01.08.2026, to apply for BOB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026.

Candidates who have resigned from an officer-grade position in Bank of Baroda, or exited the Bank while on contract within the last three years as on the cut-off date, are not eligible to apply. Employees currently working in Bank of Baroda in the officer cadre or on contract basis are also not eligible.

BOB Local Bank Officer Salary 2026

Selected candidates for the JMG/S-I grade will draw pay as per the following scale, along with allowances and benefits as per the Bank's policies.

One advance increment will be granted to selected candidates who have one year or more of work experience as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank. Salary and other emoluments will be governed by the industry-level bipartite settlement and Joint Note applicable to bank officers, along with bank-specific allowances and perquisites as revised from time to time.

BOB Local Bank Officer Application Fee

Here is the complete information about Bank of Baroda BOB LBO Recruitment 2026 application fee. We advise the candidates that read the rules, methods and guidelines in the official notification before any payment of the application fee.

BOB Local Bank Officer Age Limit

The age limit indicated below is for General category candidates as on the cut-off date of 01.08.2026.

• Minimum Age: 21 years

• Maximum Age: 30 years

Age Relaxation:

There is no reservation for Ex-Servicemen in the Officers' Cadre; only age relaxation as above applies. OBC candidates in the "creamy layer" are not entitled to OBC reservation or age relaxation.

Candidates should ensure that they meet the prescribed age limit as on the specified cut-off date. You can use our to check your exact age and confirm your eligibility before applying.

BOB Local Bank Officer Selection Process

The detailed selection procedure has been mentioned in the official notification of Bank of Baroda BOB LBO Recruitment 2026. But we are giving you here the short summary of the selection procedure. The candidates are advised to refer to official notification for selection procedure.

Selection Procedure:

• Online Test: 120 questions, 120 marks, 120 minutes. Sections: English Language (30Q/30M/30 min – qualifying only), Banking Knowledge (30Q/30M/30 min – Bilingual), General/Economic Awareness (30Q/30M/30 min – Bilingual), Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude (30Q/30M/30 min – Bilingual). Penalty: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.

• Language Proficiency Test (LPT): Candidates shortlisted in Online Examination must qualify the Local Language Proficiency Test (reading, writing, speaking, understanding). Exempted if 10th/12th marksheet shows the local language as a studied subject.

• Psychometric Test: May be conducted to assess personality, communication, problem-solving, and suitability.

• Group Discussion (GD): Conducted to assess personality, communication, clarity, problem-solving, sales aptitude, and suitability. Minimum qualifying marks: 60% for General category, 55% for Reserved category.

• Personal Interview (PI): Candidates qualifying the online test and GD are called for interview. Minimum qualifying marks: 60% for General category, 55% for Reserved category.

• Final Merit List: Based on combined scores of Online Test, GD, and/or PI (as applicable), drawn State-wise and category-wise.

• Biometric/IRIS Verification: Biometric data and photograph captured and verified at online examination, GD/Interview, and joining stages.

How to Apply for BOB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026

Here is the complete procedure to apply for Bank of Baroda BOB LBO Recruitment 2026. The candidates should read the complete procedure to apply in the official notification from the links given below.

The application procedure for is not fully online. Candidates are advised to follow the detailed instructions given below.

1. Visit Bank’s official website www.bankofbaroda.bank.in under Career section → Current Opportunities.

2. Register online in the appropriate Online Application Format available through the link on the Careers → Current Opportunities page.

3. Upload scanned photograph, signature, bio-data, and other required documents as per specifications.

4. Carefully fill in all details in the online application form. No changes are permitted after clicking SUBMIT.

5. Pay the application fee online using Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / UPI etc.

6. On successful payment, an e-receipt and application form will be generated — print and retain for future reference.

7. Note down the acknowledgement number and keep a copy of the application form for future reference.

8. Download call letters from the Bank’s website under Career section → Current Opportunities using registration details and password.

BOB Local Bank Officer Important Instructions

• Candidates can apply for only one state; multiple applications will result in forfeiture of fees for extra registrations.

• No change of category is permitted at any stage after registration of the online application.

• Candidates must possess a valid personal email ID and mobile number, kept active till completion of the recruitment process.

• Candidates are advised to possess or acquire a valid Aadhaar card, as Online Aadhaar verification will be conducted at various stages.

• Biometric data/IRIS scan and photograph will be captured and verified before the online examination, at GD/interview, and at the time of joining.

• Mobile phones, pagers, calculators, or similar devices are not allowed inside the examination premises.

• Selected candidates will be posted within the state applied for the first 12 years of service or until promotion to SMGS-IV grade, whichever is earlier.

• Selected candidates will be on probation for 12 months from the date of joining.

• Selected candidates must execute a Service Bond to serve a minimum of 3 years, or pay an amount equivalent to three months' gross salary (not exceeding Rs. 2 Lakhs) if they leave before completing three years of service.

• Any legal disputes arising from this recruitment fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of courts/tribunals in Mumbai.

BOB Local Bank Officer Important Links

• Extended PDF: Click here

• Apply Online: Click here

• Official Notification PDF: Click here

• Official Website: Click here