Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 250 Vacancies (Advt. No. HRDD/RECT/02/2026-27)

The Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), a premier Public Sector Bank headquartered in Chennai, has officially released its employment notification (Advt. No. HRDD/RECT/02/2026-27) for the direct recruitment of Local Bank Officers (LBO) in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I).

The recruitment drive aims to fill 250 vacancies across specific operational states. The online application portal opened on 8th August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their online applications until 24th August 2026.

Recruitment Overview

Feature	Details
Recruiting Organization	Indian Overseas Bank (IOB)
Post Name	Local Bank Officer (LBO)
Cadre / Scale	Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I)
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. HRDD/RECT/02/2026-27
Total Vacancies	250 Posts
Job / Posting Location	Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Gujarat
Application Mode	Online Only
Online Registration Starts	8th August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	24th August 2026
Official Website Portal	www.iob.bank.in

Important Schedule Dates

Event	Dates
Notification Release Date	7th August 2026
Online Application Start Date	8th August 2026
Last Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment	24th August 2026
Download of Online Exam Call Letters	To be announced
Online Examination Date	To be announced

State-Wise Vacancy & Language Distribution

The 250 vacancies are allocated across four states, and candidates must apply for only one state while possessing operational fluency in the mandatory local language:

State	Mandatory Local Language	Vacancies
Tamil Nadu	Tamil	100
Karnataka	Kannada	50
Maharashtra	Marathi	50
Gujarat	Gujarati	50
Total	—	250 Posts

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications (As on 1st August 2026)

• Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India or any equivalent qualification.
• Candidates must possess valid mark sheets or degree certificates proving graduation status on or before registration.

2. Local Language Proficiency

• Candidates applying for a specific state must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the specified local language (Tamil, Kannada, Marathi, or Gujarati) of that state.

3. Age Limit (As on 1st August 2026)

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years
• Birth Span: Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.08.1996 and not later than 01.08.2006 (both dates inclusive).

4. Age Relaxations

• Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST): 5 Years
• Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years
• Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers: 5 Years

Salary Scale & Pay Structure

• Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – ₹2,000/7 – ₹62,480 – ₹2,340/2 – ₹67,160 – ₹2,680/7 – ₹85,920/-
• Selected officers will start at a basic pay of ₹48,480/- in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I), along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), lease accommodations, and medical benefits as per bank regulations.
• Probation Period: 2 years of active service from the date of joining.

Selection Process

The multi-stage selection framework comprises:

1. Computer-Based Online Examination: An objective test carrying multiple-choice questions:

Section / Subject	Number of Questions	Maximum Marks
General / Economy / Banking Awareness	40	40
Data Analysis and Interpretation	30	60
English Knowledge	40	40
Total	140	200

2. Local Language Test (LPT): Qualifying test to check proficiency in the regional language of the chosen state (exempted for candidates who studied the language in school marksheet records).
3. Personal Interview: Final interaction carrying 100 marks.
4. Final Merit List: Formulated based on combined performance in the Online Examination and Personal Interview (80:20 weightage ratio).

Application Fee & Intimation Charges

• SC / ST / PwBD Categories: Fee exempted / minimal intimation charges.
• All Other Categories (General, OBC, EWS): Standard online fee applicable as indicated on the portal.
• Payment Gateway: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Access the official Indian Overseas Bank website at www.iob.bank.in.
2. Navigate to Careers: Click on the “Careers” tab from the homepage and select “Recruitment of Local Bank Officers 2026-27”.
3. New Registration: Click on “Apply Online” and complete the initial registration with active contact details.
4. Fill Application Form: Log in with your registration credentials, select your preferred state, and fill in academic and personal data.
5. Upload Scanned Documents: Upload digital copies adhering to size requirements:
   • Photograph: 20 KB – 50 KB (JPG/JPEG)
   • Signature: 10 KB – 20 KB (JPG/JPEG)
   • Left Thumb Impression: 20 KB – 50 KB (JPG/JPEG)
   • Handwritten Declaration: 50 KB – 100 KB (JPG/JPEG)
6. Fee Payment: Complete the payment transaction securely via the online gateway.
7. Final Submission: Submit the form and download a copy of the final printout confirmation receipt.

🔗 IOB Official Careers & Application Portal Link

📄 Download IOB LBO Recruitment Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: How many total vacancies are announced under Indian Overseas Bank LBO Recruitment 2026?

A: A total of 250 Local Bank Officer vacancies have been notified.

Q2: What is the last date to submit the online application?

A: The online application registration window closes on 24th August 2026.

Q3: What is the age limit to apply for IOB LBO posts?

A: Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years of age as of 1st August 2026, with standard category relaxations.

Q4: What is the selection process?

A: The selection process includes a Computer-Based Online Examination, Local Language Test (LPT), and Personal Interview