Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026: Notification Out for 2,482 Posts, Apply Online
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Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 has started for candidates looking for a banking job as a Local Bank Officer. Bank of Baroda has released the official notification for 2,482 Local Bank Officer (LBO) vacancies under JMG/S-I Scale. The notification was released on 18 August 2026, and the online application process has also started on the same date.
The last date to submit the online application is 7 September 2026. Candidates who have completed graduation and have at least 1 year of post-qualification officer-level experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank can apply, subject to fulfilling the other eligibility conditions.
The recruitment also requires candidates to have proficiency in the local language of the state for which they apply. Before applying, candidates should carefully check the qualification, experience, age limit, state-wise vacancies, fee and selection process.
Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026: Overview
Particulars | Details |
Recruiting Organisation | |
Post | Local Bank Officer |
Grade/Scale | JMG/S-I |
Advertisement No. | |
Total Vacancies | 2,482 |
Notification Date | 18 August 2026 |
Application Start Date | 18 August 2026 |
Last Date to Apply | 7 September 2026 |
Application Mode | Online |
Exam Duration | 120 Minutes |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each wrong answer |
Probation | 12 months |
Official Website |
Bank of Baroda LBO Vacancy 2026
State | Local Language | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | GEN | Total |
Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 12 | 5 | 22 | 8 | 33 | 80 |
Arunachal Pradesh | English* | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 14 |
Assam | Assamese/Bodo | 3 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 13 | 34 |
Goa | Konkani | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 10 |
Gujarat | Gujarati | 63 | 25 | 112 | 40 | 160 | 400 |
Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu/Kashmiri/Dogri | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 15 |
Karnataka | Kannada | 20 | 8 | 36 | 13 | 53 | 130 |
Kerala | Malayalam | 6 | 3 | 11 | 4 | 16 | 40 |
Maharashtra | Marathi | 28 | 12 | 51 | 18 | 71 | 180 |
Manipur | Manipuri/Meitei | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 10 |
Meghalaya | Garo/Khasi | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 9 |
Mizoram | Mizo | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 11 |
Nagaland | English* | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 9 |
Odisha | Odia | 15 | 6 | 28 | 9 | 38 | 96 |
Punjab | Punjabi | 5 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 12 | 30 |
Sikkim | Nepali/Sikkimese | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 9 |
Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 20 | 8 | 36 | 12 | 52 | 128 |
Telangana | Telugu | 8 | 3 | 14 | 5 | 20 | 50 |
Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
West Bengal | Bengali/Nepali | 6 | 3 | 11 | 4 | 16 | 40 |
Total | — | 358 | 240 | 600 | 303 | 981 | 2,482 |
*For Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland, English is accepted as the local language only for candidates who have studied and passed English as a subject from a school located in the respective state.
Bank of Baroda LBO Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
Candidates must have completed graduation in any discipline from a recognised University or Institution.
| The candidate's age should be:
The age will be calculated as on 1 August 2026. |
Experience Required | Local Language Requirement |
Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year of post-qualification experience as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank listed in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India. | Candidates must be able to read, write, speak and understand the specified language of the state for which they apply. |
Bank of Baroda LBO Age Relaxation
Category | Age Relaxation |
SC/ST | 5 years |
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
PwBD – Gen/EWS | 10 years |
PwBD – OBC | 13 years |
PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years |
Ex-Servicemen – Gen/EWS | 5 years |
Ex-Servicemen – OBC | 8 years |
Ex-Servicemen – SC/ST | 10 years |
Who Cannot Apply for Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment notification specifically excludes some categories of candidates. The following candidates cannot apply:
Employees currently working in Bank of Baroda in the officer cadre.
Employees engaged with Bank of Baroda on a contractual basis.
Bank of Baroda employees who resigned from an officer-grade position or exited while serving on contract within the last three years as on the cut-off date.
Candidates whose experience is only in the clerical cadre for the purpose of this eligibility requirement.
Bank of Baroda LBO Application Fee 2026
Category | Application Fee |
General/EWS/OBC | ₹850 + Payment Gateway Charges |
SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/DESM/Women | ₹175 + Payment Gateway Charges |
The application fee is non-refundable, regardless of whether the online examination is conducted or whether the candidate is shortlisted for further stages.
How to Apply for Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online through the Bank of Baroda website by going to Career → Current Opportunities. Applications through any other mode will not be accepted.
Steps to Apply Online
Visit the official Bank of Baroda website.
Open the Career section.
Select Current Opportunities.
Find the Local Bank Officer recruitment with Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16.
Open the online application link.
Register using your mobile number, email ID and personal details.
Complete the application form carefully.
Enter your educational and work experience details.
Select the state for which you are applying.
Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
Pay the applicable application fee online.
Check all details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form.
Download and save the final application form and acknowledgement.
Note : Candidates should carefully check every detail before submitting the form because changes will not be permitted after final submission.
Documents Required for BOB LBO Application
Documents Required for BOB LBO Application | ||
Resume | Date of Birth proof/Class 10 certificate | Educational certificates and marksheets |
Work experience certificates | Caste/Category certificate, where applicable | PwBD certificate, where applicable |
Bank of Baroda LBO Exam Pattern 2026
Section | Questions | Marks | Duration | Language |
English Language | 30 | 30 | 30 minutes | English |
Banking Knowledge | 30 | 30 | 30 minutes | English & Hindi |
General/Economic Awareness | 30 | 30 | 30 minutes | English & Hindi |
Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 30 minutes | English & Hindi |
Total | 120 | 120 | 120 minutes | — |
There will be negative marking in the online examination. For every incorrect answer, 0.25 of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted. There is no penalty for an un attempted question.
Bank of Baroda LBO Salary 2026
₹48,480 – ₹2,000 (7) – ₹62,480 – ₹2,340 (2) – ₹67,160 – ₹2,680 (7) – ₹85,920
The starting basic pay is ₹48,480.
Candidates with one year or more of qualifying officer experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank will receive one advance increment.
Apart from basic pay, selected candidates will receive applicable allowances, benefits, perquisites and other facilities according to Bank of Baroda policies and the applicable banking industry settlements/Joint Note.
Some Useful Important Links & PDFs
Important Resource | Click & Download Links |
Apply Online Link | |
Check Official Notification | |
BOB Official Website | |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When was the Bank of Baroda LBO Notification 2026 released?
The Bank of Baroda LBO Notification 2026 was released on 18 August 2026 for 2,482 Local Bank Officer posts.
What is the last date to apply for Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the applicable fee is 7 September 2026.
What is the experience required for the BOB LBO post?
Candidates need at least 1 year of post-qualification experience as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank.
What is the starting basic pay of a Bank of Baroda LBO?
The starting basic pay for the Local Bank Officer post is ₹48,480, along with applicable allowances and benefits.
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