Bank of Baroda (BOB) has released notification BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16 inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the recruitment of Local Bank Officers (LBO) in Junior Management Grade/Scale-I (JMG/S-I) on a regular basis. The recruitment drive aims to fill 2,482 vacancies (comprising 1,387 new openings and 1,095 unfilled backlog positions) across 20 states. Candidates selected for the post are placed in the state applied for, where they are required to serve for the first 12 years of service or until promotion to SMGS-IV Grade, requiring local language proficiency alongside relevant banking experience.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement No. | BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16 |
| Position | Local Bank Officer (JMG/S-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 2,482 (1,387 New + 1,095 Unfilled backlog) |
| Registration Period | 18.08.2026 to 07.09.2026 |
| Fee Payment Period | 18.08.2026 to 07.09.2026 |
| Exam Date | 03 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Official Website | https://bankofbaroda.bank.in/ |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee / Charges (Non-Refundable) |
| General / EWS / OBC | Rs. 850/- (Inclusive of GST) + Payment Gateway Charges |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / DESM / Women | Rs. 175/- (Inclusive of GST) + Payment Gateway Charges |
Eligibility Criteria (as on 01.08.2026)
| Parameter | Criteria / Requirements |
| Age Limit | Min.: 21 years | Max.: 30 years (as on 01.08.2026 for General category) |
| Age Relaxation | • SC / ST: 5 years • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years • PwBD: Gen/EWS: 10 yrs, OBC: 13 yrs, SC/ST: 15 yrs • Ex-Servicemen/ECOs/SSCOs: Gen/EWS: 5 yrs, OBC: 8 yrs, SC/ST: 10 yrs |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution (Government/AICTE recognized) |
| Preferred Certifications | • IC 38 (Insurance Institute of India) • NISM Series V-A (Mutual Fund Distributors) • NISM Series XXI-A (PMS Distributors) • NISM Series XIII (Common Derivatives) |
| Work Experience | • Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience as an Officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank listed in the Second Schedule of RBI • Experience in Clerical cadre does not qualify • Experience < 6 months in an organization is excluded (unless part of current employment) |
| Language Proficiency | Must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) in the local language of the applied state |
| Exclusions | Bank of Baroda officers, contractual staff, or those who exited/resigned from BOB in the last 3 years |
State-Wise & Category-Wise Vacancy Breakup
| State | Local Language | Vacancy Type | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | GEN | TOTAL |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | New | 12 | 5 | 22 | 8 | 33 | 80 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English* | New / Unfilled | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 12 | 20 |
| Assam | Assamese / Bodo | New / Unfilled | 9 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 13 | 40 |
| Goa | Konkani | New / Unfilled | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 21 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | New / Unfilled | 173 | 99 | 281 | 156 | 476 | 1,185 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu / Kashmiri / Dogri | New | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 15 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | New / Unfilled | 58 | 32 | 109 | 58 | 161 | 418 |
| Kerala | Malayalam | New / Unfilled | 12 | 6 | 11 | 4 | 16 | 49 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | New / Unfilled | 28 | 40 | 51 | 28 | 71 | 218 |
| Manipur | Manipuri / Meitei | New / Unfilled | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 15 |
| Meghalaya | Garo / Khasi | New / Unfilled | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 15 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | New / Unfilled | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 15 |
| Nagaland | English* | New / Unfilled | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 15 |
| Odisha | Odia | New / Unfilled | 15 | 10 | 28 | 9 | 38 | 100 |
| Punjab | Punjabi | New / Unfilled | 5 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 12 | 34 |
| Sikkim | Nepali / Sikkimese | New / Unfilled | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 10 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | New / Unfilled | 20 | 12 | 36 | 12 | 52 | 132 |
| Telangana | Telugu | New | 8 | 3 | 14 | 5 | 20 | 50 |
| Tripura | Bengali / Kokborok | New / Unfilled | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 8 |
| West Bengal | Bengali / Nepali | New / Unfilled | 6 | 5 | 11 | 4 | 16 | 42 |
| TOTAL | — | — | 358 | 240 | 600 | 303 | 981 | 2,482 |
*Note for Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland: English is accepted only if studied as a subject from a school in that respective state. Candidates can apply to one state only.
Exam Pattern (Brief)
The exam is likely computer-based with sections on Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English, and General Awareness. Exact pattern and marks distribution are mentioned in the official notification.
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration | Medium / Version |
| 1 | English Language | 30 | 30 | 30 Minutes | English only (Qualifying nature; excluded from final merit) |
| 2 | Banking Knowledge | 30 | 30 | 30 Minutes | Bilingual (English & Hindi) |
| 3 | General / Economic Awareness | 30 | 30 | 30 Minutes | Bilingual (English & Hindi) |
| 4 | Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 30 Minutes | Bilingual (English & Hindi) |
| Total | — | 120 | 120 | 120 Minutes | — |
| Evaluation Stage | Key Criteria & Rules |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 of marks assigned to the question deducted for each incorrect answer. |
| Language Proficiency Test (LPT) | Compulsory after Online Test. Candidates who passed the local language in 10th/12th standard are exempted. LPT must be cleared to appear for PI. |
| GD / Personal Interview (PI) | Qualifying score is 60% for General and 55% for Reserved Categories. |
How to Download Admit Card
- Visit the official Bank of Baroda website or the recruitment portal.
- Click on the admit card download link for LBO 2026.
- Enter your registration number and password/date of birth.
- Download and print the admit card.
- Check all details carefully and contact the helpline if any discrepancy is found.
Exam Day Rules
- Carry the printed admit card, a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, etc.), and two recent passport-size photographs.
- Report at the exam centre at least 1 hour before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card.
- Prohibited items include mobile phones, calculators, smart watches, books, and any electronic devices.
After the Exam
Results and further stages such as document verification or interview will be announced on the official website. Keep checking regularly for updates.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Official Website | BOB Official Website |
| Recruitment Portal | IBPS Portal |
