Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2,482 Vacancies (Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16)

Bank of Baroda (BOB), one of India’s leading Public Sector Banks, has officially released its comprehensive recruitment notification (Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16) for the direct recruitment of Local Bank Officers (LBO) in Junior Management Grade / Scale-I (JMG/S-I).

This prominent nation-wide banking recruitment drive invites applications from dynamic, experienced, and qualified Indian citizens to fill a massive total of 2,482 vacancies distributed across various states and union territories. The online application registration window opened on 18th August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official bank website until 7th September 2026.

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Bank of Baroda (BOB)
Enterprise Status	Public Sector Bank (Govt. of India Undertaking)
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16
Post Designation	Local Bank Officer (LBO)
Grade / Scale	Junior Management Grade / Scale-I (JMG/S-I)
Total Vacancies	2,482 Posts
Job Location	Bank Branches across various States Pan-India
Application Mode	Online Only
Online Registration Commencement	18th August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee	7th September 2026
Official Website Portals	www.bankofbaroda.in (Navigate to Careers)

Important Schedule & Key Dates Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates
Notification Release Date	18th August 2026
Online Application Start Date	18th August 2026
Closing Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment	7th September 2026
Download of Online Exam Call Letters	To be notified later
Tentative Date of Online Examination	To be announced soon

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

The 2,482 vacancies are categorized across standard reservation guidelines:

Category	Vacancy Allocation
Unreserved (UR / General)	981
Other Backward Classes (OBC)	600
Scheduled Caste (SC)	358
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	303
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	240
Total Comprehensive Openings	2,482 Posts (including 155 for PwBD)

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Qualifications

1. Educational Qualifications

• Graduation Degree: Must possess a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institution established by an Act of Parliament or Central/State Legislature.

2. Work Experience Requirements

• Banking Experience: Minimum 1 year of post-qualification work experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank.
• Important Note: Experience acquired in the clerical cadre will not be considered for determining eligibility.

3. Local Language Proficiency

• Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in the official local language of the specific state/region they are applying for.

4. Age Limit Parameters (As on 1st August 2026)

• Minimum Age Limit: 21 Years
• Maximum Age Limit: 30 Years
• Category-Based Upper 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: As per government guidelines.

Salary Structure & Compensation Scale

• Pay Scale Designation: Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMG/S-I).
• Pay Scale Range: ₹48,480 – 2000/7 – ₹62,480 – 2340/2 – ₹67,160 – 2680/7 – ₹85,920/-
• Initial Basic Pay: ₹48,480/- per month plus admissible Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Leased Accommodation, medical benefits, and other perks as per bank rules.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern

The selection procedure comprises multiple evaluation stages depending on bank requirements:

1. Online Computer-Based Test (CBT): An objective-type test consisting of 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for 120 Marks with a total duration of 120 minutes (2 Hours).
   • Negative Marking: A penalty of 0.25 marks is deducted for every incorrect response.
2. Psychometric Test / Aptitude Assessment: (If conducted by the Bank to evaluate behavioral traits).
3. Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT): Mandatory assessment verifying fluency and working knowledge of the state’s local language.
4. Group Discussion (GD) / Personal Interview (PI): Final qualitative evaluation of professional knowledge, personality, and banking aptitude.

Application Fee & Charges Structure

Payment must be processed online through the secure gateway linked on the portal:

Candidate Category	Application Fee Amount
General / EWS / OBC Candidates	₹850/- + Applicable Payment Gateway Charges
SC / ST / PwBD / Women / ESM / DESM	₹175/- + Applicable Payment Gateway Charges

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Open the official website of Bank of Baroda at www.bankofbaroda.in.
2. Navigate to Careers: Scroll down the homepage and click on the “Careers” section, then select “Current Opportunities”.
3. Select Notification: Locate the recruitment link reading “Recruitment of Local Bank Officers (LBO) – 2026-27 (Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16)”.
4. New Registration: Click on “Apply Online”, complete the registration by entering your basic contact details (Name, Mobile Number, and Email ID) to generate your provisional registration ID and password.
5. Fill Application Form: Log in using your credentials, and fill in personal details, educational qualifications, work experience records, and preferred state/region.
6. Upload Documents: Upload scanned digital files of your passport-size color photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration.
7. Fee Payment: Pay the non-refundable application fee securely online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI.
8. Final Submission: Verify all entries via the application preview screen, submit the form, and download/print a digital PDF copy of the confirmation receipt and fee e-receipt.

🔗 Bank of Baroda Official Website Portal Link

🔗 Direct Online Application Portal Link for BOB LBO 2026

📄 Download Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: How many total vacancies are announced under Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026?

A: A total of 2,482 vacancies have been announced for Local Bank Officers across various states.

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

A: The online application registration window closes on 7th September 2026.

Q3: What is the minimum work experience required to apply?

A: Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year of post-qualification work experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank (clerical experience is not counted).

Q4: What is the age limit for BOB Local Bank Officer posts?

A: Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as of 1st August 2026, with applicable category relaxations.

Q5: What is the salary scale for selected candidates?

A: Selected candidates are appointed in JMG/Scale-I under the pay scale of ₹48,480 – ₹85,920/- plus standard allowances.