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Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026: Online Exam Date, Syllabus & Selection Process for 2,482 Posts

Advt No: BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16•Bank of Baroda

Official Process Flow

Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones

Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Bank of Baroda

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Online Application Window

Application window closed on 7 Sept 2026

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Stage 1: Online Written Examination

(Reasoning, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude & General/Banking Awareness)

Date To Be Notified

Stage 2: Local Language Proficiency Test

(LPT) of the opted State / UT

Official Stage

Stage 3: Group Discussion

(GD) & Personal Interview (PI) before Selection Panel

Interview

Stage 4: Original Document Verification & Pre-Employment Me...

Original Document Verification & Pre-Employment Medical Fitness Examination

Date To Be Notified

All official examination schedules, hall tickets, and results are issued exclusively by Bank of Baroda.

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15-Second Executive Decision Summary

Verified key decision factors extracted directly from official notification

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Total Vacancies

BOB

2,482

Local Bank Officer (LBO) — Junior Management Grade / Scale-I

Min Qualification

ANY GRADUATE

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Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 30 Yrs

as on 1 Aug 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹48,480–₹85,920

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About this Recruitment

Online applications and fee payments for the Bank of Baroda (BOB) Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026 for 2,482 regular vacancies under Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16 closed on 07 September 2026. The recruitment process is currently in the test-scheduling phase. Registered candidates can check the online examination pattern (Reasoning, English, Quant & Banking Awareness), local language proficiency test criteria, and interview schedule.

✨ Copilot Highlights

Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16.
2,482 regular vacancies for Local Bank Officers in Junior Management Grade/Scale-I.
Online registration window closed on 07 September 2026.
JMGS-I pay scale of ₹48,480 to ₹85,920 plus DA, HRA, CCA, leased accommodation, and perks.
Selection comprises Online Written Examination, Local Language Test (LPT), and Group Discussion / Interview.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

30 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 August 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

SC / ST: +5 Years

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): +3 Years

PwBD (UR / EWS): +10 Years

PwBD (OBC-NCL): +13 Years

PwBD (SC / ST): +15 Years

Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers: +5 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 August 2026)

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Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE, B TECH BE, B COM, B SC, B A, MBA PGDM

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

18 August 2026

Application Start Date

18 August 2026

Last Date to Apply

7 September 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Local Bank Officer (LBO) — Junior Management Grade / Scale-I	2482	ANY GRADUATE

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) pay scale of ₹48,480 – 2000/7 – 62,480 – 2340/2 – 67,160 – 2680/7 – ₹85,920 plus Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), Leased Accommodation, Medical Aid, and Bank perks.

Official Pay Scale

₹48,480 - ₹85,920

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):

Ministry of Finance City Classification

Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹48,480

Dearness Allowance (DA)50%

₹24,240

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹8,726

Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700

Gross Monthly Salary₹84,146

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹7,272

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹650

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹7,982

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹76,164

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹10.10 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

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Stage 1: Online Preliminary Examination (CBT Prelims)

Exam Mode: Online Computer Based Objective Test

60 Minutes

Total Marks: 100

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per incorrect answer

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration
English Language	30	30	20 min
Quantitative Aptitude	35	35	20 min
Reasoning Ability	35	35	20 min

Interactive Syllabus & Topic Study Tracker

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Quantitative Aptitude

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Reasoning Ability

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Banking & Financial Awareness

0 / 4 done

Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://www.bankofbaroda.in

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16) to confirm eligibility criteria.

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

Document Upload Specifications

Verified Official Format

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white/light background, taken within 3 months

Scanned Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black/blue ink on white paper

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets

100 KB to 300 KB, clearly readable PDF/JPG format

Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

100 KB to 300 KB, valid PDF format issued by competent authority

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Application Fee Details

General / EWS / OBC (NCL)₹850

SC / ST / PwBD / Women₹175

Payment Modes: Online Payment Gateway (Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards / Mobile Wallets, UPI)

Selection Process

Stage 1: Online Written Examination (Reasoning, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude & General/Banking Awareness)

Stage 2: Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT) of the opted State / UT

Stage 3: Group Discussion (GD) & Personal Interview (PI) before Selection Panel

Stage 4: Original Document Verification & Pre-Employment Medical Fitness Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are announced in Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026?

A total of 2,482 regular vacancies have been announced for the post of Local Bank Officer (LBO) in Junior Management Grade/Scale-I under Advt No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16.

What is the educational qualification and experience required for BOB LBO 2026?

Candidates must hold a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institution and possess a minimum of 1 year of post-qualification experience as an Officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank listed in the Second Schedule of the RBI Act.

What is the age limit for Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer posts?

The age of the candidate must be between 21 and 30 years as on 01 August 2026. Age relaxations apply: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, 10 to 15 years for PwBD, and 5 years for Ex-Servicemen.

What is the pay scale and salary structure for BOB LBO Scale-I?

Selected Local Bank Officers will be placed in Junior Management Grade Scale-I with a basic pay scale of ₹48,480 – ₹85,920. In addition to basic pay, officers are entitled to Dearness Allowance, HRA, CCA, medical benefits, leased quarters, and bank allowances.

What is the application fee for Bank of Baroda LBO 2026?

The application fee is ₹850 (plus applicable taxes) for General, EWS, and OBC (NCL) candidates, and ₹175 (plus applicable taxes) for SC, ST, PwBD, and Women candidates.

What is the selection process for BOB Local Bank Officers?

The selection process comprises an Online Objective Examination covering English Language, Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, and General/Banking Awareness, followed by a Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT) and Group Discussion / Personal Interview.

Is proficiency in the local language mandatory for BOB LBO recruitment?

Yes, candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the local language of the specific state/UT for which they are applying. A Local Language Proficiency Test will be conducted before final selection.

What are the important dates for Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer 2026?

Online applications and fee payment opened on 18 August 2026 and will close on 07 September 2026. Candidates are advised to apply early via ibpsonline.ibps.in/boblboaug26/.