Bank of Baroda has released an official notification (BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16) inviting online applications for 2482 Local Bank Officer (LBO) vacancies on a regular basis in the JMG/S-I grade/scale..Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university and a minimum of 1 year of post-qualification experience as an Officer in any RBI Scheduled Commercial Bank. Candidates can check the eligibility criteria, vacancy details, application fee, exam pattern, selection process, salary and important dates below.
Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer |
| Grade/Scale | JMG/S-I |
| Initial Pay | ₹48,480/- |
| Total Vacancies | 2,482 |
| Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026) | 21–30 years |
Bank of Baroda LBO Vacancy 2026
Bank of Baroda has announced 2,482 vacancies for the Local Bank Officer post under Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16. The vacancies are distributed across different reservation categories and 20 States/UTs.
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 358 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 240 |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 600 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 303 |
| GEN (General) | 981 |
| Total | 2482 |
State-wise Vacancy Distribution
| S.No. | State | Local Language | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | GEN | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 12 | 5 | 22 | 8 | 33 | 80 |
| 2 | Arunachal Pradesh | English* | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 12 | 20 |
| 3 | Assam | Assamese/Bodo | 9 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 13 | 40 |
| 4 | Goa | Konkani | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 21 |
| 5 | Gujarat | Gujarati | 173 | 99 | 281 | 156 | 476 | 1185 |
| 6 | Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu/Kashmiri/Dogri | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 15 |
| 7 | Karnataka | Kannada | 58 | 32 | 109 | 58 | 161 | 418 |
| 8 | Kerala | Malayalam | 12 | 6 | 11 | 4 | 16 | 49 |
| 9 | Maharashtra | Marathi | 28 | 40 | 51 | 28 | 71 | 218 |
| 10 | Manipur | Manipuri/Meitei | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 15 |
| 11 | Meghalaya | Garo/Khasi | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 15 |
| 12 | Mizoram | Mizo | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 15 |
| 13 | Nagaland | English* | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 15 |
| 14 | Odisha | Odia | 15 | 10 | 28 | 9 | 38 | 100 |
| 15 | Punjab | Punjabi | 5 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 12 | 34 |
| 16 | Sikkim | Nepali/Sikkimese | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 10 |
| 17 | Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 20 | 12 | 36 | 12 | 52 | 132 |
| 18 | Telangana | Telugu | 8 | 3 | 14 | 5 | 20 | 50 |
| 19 | Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 8 |
| 20 | West Bengal | Bengali/Nepali | 6 | 5 | 11 | 4 | 16 | 42 |
| Grand Total | 358 | 240 | 600 | 303 | 981 | 2482 |
Detailed vacancy and reservation category (including PwBD sub-categories LD/HI/VI/d&e) details are available in the official notification.
Bank of Baroda LBO 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution (Mandatory).
Preferred Certifications
- IC 38 from Insurance Institute of India
- NISM Series V-A: Mutual Fund Distributors Certification Examination
- NISM Series XXI-A: Portfolio Management Services (PMS) Distributors Certification Examination
- NISM Series XIII: Common Derivatives Certification Examination
Experience
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.
Age Limit
Candidates should be 21–30 years as on 01.08.2026, with relaxation for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen categories.
Language Proficiency
Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in the local language of the State they are applying for.
Nationality
Citizen of India, Nepal, or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India (with eligibility certificate where applicable).
Bank of Baroda LBO 2026 Selection Process
Candidates are selected through a multi-stage process:
- Online Test – screening cum merit test
- Group Discussion (GD) and/or Personal Interview (PI) – or any other test/assessment as decided by the Bank
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination (prior to joining)
Bank of Baroda LBO 2026 Exam Pattern
- Questions: 120
- Marks: 120
- Duration: 120 minutes
- Objective-type multiple-choice questions
- Negative marking: 0.25 mark deducted for every wrong answer
- English Language section is qualifying in nature only (not counted for final merit)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 30 minutes |
| Banking Knowledge | 30 | 30 | 30 minutes |
| General/Economic Awareness | 30 | 30 | 30 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 120 minutes |
Bank of Baroda LBO 2026 Application Fee
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Category Application Fee General/EWS/OBC ₹850 + payment gateway charges SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Women ₹175 + payment gateway charges
Bank of Baroda LBO 2026 Salary
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Particular Details Grade/Scale JMG/S-I Pay Scale ₹48,480 – 2000/7 – 62,480 – 2340/2 – 67,160 – 2680/7 – 85,920 Initial Pay ₹48,480/-
Bank of Baroda LBO 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date of Online Application | 18.08.2026 |
| Closing date for submission of Online Application & Fee Payment | 07.09.2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 01.08.2026 |
How to Apply for Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026
Applications must be submitted online only through the official Bank of Baroda careers portal (Career section → Current Opportunities). Candidates can apply for one State only.
Bank of Baroda LBO 2026 Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| BOB LBO 2026 Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| BOB LBO 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Official Bank of Baroda Website | Visit Official Website |
Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced for Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026?
Bank of Baroda has announced 2,482 vacancies for the Local Bank Officer post under Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Bank of Baroda LBO 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 7 September 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026?
The prescribed age limit is 21 to 30 years as on 1 August 2026, with applicable age relaxation for eligible categories.
Q4. What is the initial salary of Bank of Baroda LBO 2026?
The initial pay for the Local Bank Officer post is ₹48,480 under the JMG/S-I grade/scale.
Q5. Is prior banking experience required for Bank of Baroda LBO 2026?
Yes, candidates need a minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience as an Officer in any RBI Scheduled Commercial Bank.
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