Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026: 2482 Local Bank Officer Posts, 40 Vacancies in Assam
Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16 | JMG/Scale-I | Apply Online Before the Extended Deadline
Bank of Baroda (BOB) has released the Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026 notification for 2,482 vacancies in Junior Management Grade/Scale-I, spread across 20 states and Union Territories. Of these, 40 posts are reserved for Assam, making this one of the biggest banking recruitment opportunities of the year for experienced banking professionals from the state. Here is everything you need to know before you apply.
📋 BOB LBO Recruitment 2026 — Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bank of Baroda (BOB) |
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (LBO), JMG/Scale-I |
| Advertisement No. | BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,482 (1,300 fresh + 1,182 backlog) |
| Vacancies in Assam | 40 posts |
| Notification Released | 18 August 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 18 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Extended) | 17 September 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Selection Process | Online Test → Language Proficiency Test → Psychometric Test/PI → Group Discussion/Interview |
| Official Website | bankofbaroda.bank.in |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised University/Institution, including Integrated Dual Degree (IDD). Candidates with professional qualifications such as Chartered Accountant (CA), Cost Accountant, Engineering, or Medical degrees are also eligible to apply.
Work Experience
A minimum of 1 year of post-qualification experience as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank is mandatory. Experience gained in NBFCs, cooperative banks, payment banks, small finance banks, or fintech companies is not considered valid for this requirement.
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | 21 – 30 years (no relaxation) |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 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 |
Local Language Requirement
Proficiency in the local language of the state applied for is compulsory. For Assam, this means candidates should be able to read, write and speak Assamese (or the relevant local language specified for the state). For Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland only, English is accepted, but only if the candidate studied and passed English as a subject from a school located in that state.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹850 + GST + payment gateway charges |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Women | ₹175 + GST + payment gateway charges |
Fee is payable only through online mode during the application process.
💼 Salary & Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be placed in JMG/Scale-I with the pay scale:
₹48,480 – 2000/4 – 56,480 – 2340/7 – 67,160 – 2680/4 – 77,880 – EB – 2680/1 – 80,560 – 2980/1 – 83,540
An additional advance increment is granted for candidates with 1 year or more of prior officer-level experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank, over and above regular allowances and perks applicable to bank officers.
📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Online Test — objective type, 1 mark per correct answer, 0.25 negative marking for each wrong answer
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT) — for the local language of the state applied for
- Psychometric Test / Personal Interview
- Group Discussion / Personal Interview (final stage)
The official notification does not specify the online exam date yet; some sources indicate a tentative window in the first week of October 2026. Bank of Baroda will communicate the exact exam date through its official website and email/call letters — candidates from Assam should keep checking their registered email regularly.
📥 How to Apply for BOB LBO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Bank of Baroda careers portal.
- Go to Career >> Current Opportunities and open “Recruitment of Local Bank Officer (LBO) on Regular Basis, Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16”.
- Click “Apply Now” and complete new registration with your name, mobile number and email ID.
- Log in with the generated Registration Number and Password.
- Fill in personal, educational and experience details carefully, and select your state (only one state allowed).
- Upload scanned photograph, signature and required documents/certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Review all details — no changes are allowed after final submission — and submit.
- Download and save the application form and fee receipt for future reference.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there for Assam in BOB LBO Recruitment 2026?
As per the recruitment details, 40 Local Bank Officer posts are available for Assam under this drive, out of the total 2,482 vacancies announced across 20 states/UTs.
What is the last date to apply for BOB LBO 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee has been extended to 17 September 2026 (11:59 PM), as per the addendum dated 07.09.2026.
Can freshers apply for BOB LBO Recruitment 2026?
No. This recruitment requires a minimum of 1 year of post-qualification experience as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank. Experience in NBFCs, cooperative banks, payment banks, small finance banks or fintech companies does not count.
Can I apply for more than one state?
No. A candidate can apply for only one state, and the merit list is prepared state-wise and category-wise. This cannot be changed once submitted.
What is the probation period for BOB Local Bank Officer?
The probation period for the Local Bank Officer (LBO) post at Bank of Baroda is 12 months of active service.
Is knowledge of Assamese compulsory for the Assam vacancies?
Yes. Proficiency in the local language of the state applied for is mandatory, so candidates applying under the Assam vacancies are expected to know the local language specified for the state in the official notification.