Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026

Bank of Baroda (BOB) has invited online applications for 2,482 Local Bank Officer (LBO) posts in the JMG/Scale-I grade, to be filled on a regular basis across 20 states and union territories. The notification was published on 18 August 2026 under Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16, and the online application window is open from 18 August 2026 to 7 September 2026.

Candidates need a graduation degree in any discipline plus at least one year of post-qualification experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank, along with proficiency in the local language of the state they apply to. Selection is state-specific, so choosing the right state matters. This page covers vacancy details, eligibility, fee, exam pattern, selection process and the official links you need, and will be updated as Bank of Baroda releases further notices for this recruitment.

Note: This is a fresh, separate recruitment drive from the BOB LBO 2025 cycle (2,500 vacancies), which already reached the result stage in March 2026. Do not confuse the two — this article covers only the new 2026 cycle.

BOB LBO Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

Recruitment Updates Timeline

This is a new notification, so only one update exists so far. This timeline will be updated with every future official development (exam date, admit card, answer key, result) as it is released.

Important Dates

Application Status

Current Status: Application Open (as of 19 August 2026). Bank of Baroda released the notification and opened the application form on 18 August 2026, and the window stays open till 7 September 2026.

• Notification Released — Done (18 August 2026)
• Application Started — Done (18 August 2026)
• Application Closes — 7 September 2026
• Exam Date — Awaited
• Admit Card — Awaited
• Result — Awaited

Vacancy Details

Bank of Baroda has announced 2,482 Local Bank Officer vacancies for this cycle, made up of 1,300 new vacancies and 1,182 backlog vacancies carried forward from earlier LBO recruitment drives. Vacancies are distributed state-wise across 20 states/UTs, and a candidate may apply for only one state — this choice cannot be changed after submission. Merit lists are prepared separately for each state and category.

*Other States/UTs sharing the remaining vacancies include Assam, Goa, Jammu & Kashmir, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Punjab, Sikkim, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, West Bengal and others as listed in the official notification. Exact state-wise figures for these smaller shares were not consistently available across sources at the time of writing — candidates should check the official notification’s vacancy annexure for the precise number in their state before applying.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university or institute, including an Integrated Dual Degree (IDD). Candidates holding professional qualifications such as Chartered Accountant (CA), Cost Accountant, Engineering or Medical degrees are also eligible.

Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)

Minimum age: 21 years. Maximum age: 30 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen and others) as per government and Bank of Baroda norms — refer to the official notification for the exact number of relaxation years applicable to your category, since this was not uniformly confirmed across sources at the time of writing.

Work Experience

Minimum 1 year of post-qualification experience as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank, or a Regional Rural Bank listed in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India. Experience gained in NBFCs, cooperative banks, payment banks, small finance banks or fintech companies is not considered valid for this eligibility requirement.

Local Language Requirement

Candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking and understanding the local language of the state they apply for. This is verified through a Language Proficiency Test (LPT), unless the candidate has already studied that language as a subject up to the 10th or 12th standard.

Nationality

Applicants must be an Indian citizen, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling here, or a Person of Indian Origin who migrated from Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka or East African countries — subject to the conditions specified in the official notification.

Who Is Not Eligible

• Candidates whose banking experience is limited to NBFCs, cooperative banks, payment banks, small finance banks or fintech companies.
• Employees currently working in Bank of Baroda’s officer cadre, or engaged with the Bank on a contract basis.
• Candidates who resigned from an officer-grade position in Bank of Baroda, or exited a BOB contract role, within the last three years counted from the cut-off date.

Who Should Apply / Who Should Not Apply

You are generally eligible if:

• You are a graduate (any discipline) aged between 21 and 30 years as on 1 August 2026.
• You have at least 1 year of officer-level experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or RRB.
• You are proficient in the local language of the state you wish to apply for.

You may not be eligible if:

• Your banking experience is only with an NBFC, cooperative bank, payment bank, small finance bank or fintech.
• You are a current Bank of Baroda officer-cadre employee or contract staff member.
• You resigned from an officer role at Bank of Baroda, or left a BOB contract, within the last 3 years.

This section only simplifies the official eligibility rules above — always verify your specific case against the official notification before applying.

Application Fee

Payment mode: Online only — Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Cash Card/Mobile Wallet.

How to Apply for BOB LBO Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official Bank of Baroda website (bankofbaroda.bank.in) and go to Career > Current Opportunities.
2. Open the notification titled “Recruitment of Local Bank Officer (LBO) on Regular Basis” (Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16) and click Apply Now.
3. Select New Registration and enter your name, a valid mobile number and email ID to generate your login credentials.
4. Log in using your registration number and password, sent to your registered mobile number/email.
5. Fill in your personal, educational and experience details accurately, and select your state of application carefully — only one state is allowed.
6. Upload your photograph and signature as specified in the notification.
7. Pay the application fee online as applicable to your category.
8. Review the completed form, submit it, and download/print the confirmation page for your records.

Documents Required

Keep the following ready before you start the form (exact format, size and specification requirements are given in the official notification):

• Recent passport-size photograph (scanned, per notification specifications)
• Scanned signature (per notification specifications)
• Graduation certificate and marksheets
• Experience certificate confirming officer-cadre service in a Scheduled Commercial Bank/RRB
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), where applicable
• PwBD certificate, where applicable
• 10th/12th marksheet showing the local language as a subject, if claiming LPT exemption
• A valid photo ID proof
• No-Objection Certificate from current employer, if applicable

Application Form: Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Selecting the wrong state — this cannot be changed after submission.
• Entering an incorrect date of birth or age-related detail.
• Choosing the wrong category.
• Providing inaccurate experience or qualification details.
• Uploading a blurred, oversized or non-compliant photograph/signature.
• Completing fee payment but not clicking final submit.
• Not downloading or saving the registration number and confirmation page.

Selection Process

Candidates will be evaluated through the following stages:

1. Online Examination — An objective test; qualifying it is mandatory to move to the next stage.
2. Language Proficiency Test (LPT) — Mandatory unless exempted through a 10th/12th marksheet showing the local language as a subject.
3. Psychometric Test — Assesses personality, communication style and sales/role aptitude.
4. Group Discussion (GD) / Personal Interview (PI) — Minimum qualifying marks are 60% for the General category and 55% for Reserved categories.

Final selection is based on a candidate’s combined performance across these stages, with separate merit lists prepared state-wise and category-wise as per the official notification.

Exam Pattern

The exam is objective (MCQ) in nature, conducted online in Hindi and English, with a sectional time limit of 30 minutes per section. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.

Syllabus (Topic Overview)

• English Language: Grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, error detection and sentence correction.
• Banking Knowledge: Banking terminology, RBI functions, monetary policy basics, types of accounts, negotiable instruments, credit-related concepts and recent developments in banking.
• General / Economic Awareness: National and international current affairs, banking and financial-sector news, government schemes, and key economic indicators.
• Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude: Verbal and analytical reasoning, puzzles, data interpretation, arithmetic and numerical ability.

This is a topic-level overview to guide preparation. Refer to the official notification for the exact syllabus scope.

Salary & Pay Scale

Pay Scale (JMGS-I): ₹48,480 – 2000(7) – 62,480 – 2340(2) – 67,160 – 2680(7) – 85,920

Initial Basic Pay: ₹48,480 per month

In addition to basic pay, selected candidates receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), Special Allowance & Special Pay, and Transport Allowance, along with other bank benefits. The probation period is 12 months.

Gross and in-hand salary depend on posting location and applicable allowances. Refer to the official notification for the complete pay and perquisites structure — this article does not convert the pay scale into an estimated in-hand figure, since that calculation is not supported by the official source reviewed.

Job Profile & Posting

Selected candidates join as Local Bank Officers within the state they applied for. Based on the Bank’s general posting policy for this cadre, officers are typically retained within their applied state for an extended period (reported as around 12 years, or until promotion to Scale IV/SMGS-IV, whichever is earlier), after which they may become eligible for transfer anywhere in India. Candidates should confirm the exact posting and transfer policy in the official notification.

Important Links

Bank of Baroda’s official site migrated to the bankofbaroda.bank.in domain as a security measure; some older listings may still show bankofbaroda.in. Always apply only through the Bank’s official Career section.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for BOB LBO Recruitment 2026?

The online application window closes on 7 September 2026.

How many vacancies are there in BOB LBO Recruitment 2026?

A total of 2,482 vacancies have been announced, comprising 1,300 new vacancies and 1,182 backlog vacancies.

What is the age limit for BOB LBO Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as on 1 August 2026, with age relaxation for reserved categories as per the official notification.

Is banking experience mandatory for BOB LBO 2026?

Yes. Candidates need a minimum of 1 year of post-qualification experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank.

What is the application fee for BOB LBO Recruitment 2026?

₹850 (inclusive of GST) plus payment gateway charges for General, EWS and OBC candidates; ₹175 (inclusive of GST) plus payment gateway charges for SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and women candidates of all categories.

Can I apply for more than one state?

No. A candidate can apply for only one state, and this choice cannot be changed after submission.

Is there negative marking in the BOB LBO exam?

Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer.

What is the selection process for BOB LBO Recruitment 2026?

Online Examination, followed by a Language Proficiency Test, a Psychometric Test, and a Group Discussion/Personal Interview.

Has the BOB LBO 2026 exam date been announced?

Not yet. Bank of Baroda will announce the online examination schedule through a separate notice.

Is this the same recruitment as BOB LBO 2025?

No. This is a new, separate recruitment cycle (Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16). The BOB LBO 2025 cycle (Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2025/05) is a different, earlier drive that has already reached the result stage.