PNB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 545 Posts

Applications for Punjab National Bank recruitment 2026 have started for 545 vacancies. The last date to apply is 9 Aug 2026. We have put the eligibility, age limit, fee and how-to-apply in one place so nothing gets missed.

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Recruitment at a glance

Punjab National Bank has opened online applications for this post. Banking is an evergreen government-job choice — a fixed pay scale, job security and a clear promotion path. A total of 545 posts will be filled through this recruitment. Go through the requirements below so your application isn't rejected on a small mistake.

Who can apply?

If you have the slightest doubt about eligibility, read the relevant part of the official notification before filling the form — a wrong entry can get your application rejected and the fee is non-refundable.

Application Fee

Payment is accepted only through online mode (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets, or UPI).

Pay Scale

₹48,480 – ₹85,920 per month (as per notification)

Selection Process

1. Online Written Test Structure
2. Screening
3. Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
4. Personal Interview

How to Apply

1. Visit the official PNB website: https://pnb.bank.in/ , under Recruitment/Career.
2. Click "CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION" and enter basic personal details to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password (also sent via Email/SMS).
3. Re-login using the Provisional Registration Number and Password to complete the application form.
4. Upload scanned images of photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and hand-written declaration as per prescribed specifications (see below).
5. Use "SAVE AND NEXT" to verify details before clicking "COMPLETE REGISTRATION" - no changes are allowed after this step.
6. Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment gateway (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Wallets, or UPI).
7. On successful payment, an e-receipt will be generated.
8. Take a printout of the submitted application form and e-receipt for personal record; do not send these to the Bank.

What is the salary?

Pay scale for this post: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 per month (as per notification). Government pay adds DA (dearness allowance), HRA and travel allowance on top of the basic, so the in-hand amount is higher than the basic pay.

How the selection works

Selection happens in these stages: (1) Online Written Test Structure; (2) Screening; (3) Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT); (4) Personal Interview. The syllabus for each stage is in the official notification — prepare accordingly.

Keep these documents ready before applying

• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), latest format, for reservation
• A valid email ID and your own mobile number (for OTP)
• Passport-size photo (JPG, usually 20–50 KB)
• A photo ID — Aadhaar is the easiest
• Class 10 certificate (date-of-birth proof)
• Qualification certificates and mark sheets

A few practical tips

Official portals slow down in the last couple of days, so don't leave the form for the deadline — apply a few days early. Keep a saved copy of your confirmation page, and check back here for the admit card and result.

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FAQ — Your Questions, Answered

Official source: official notification ↗. Always verify on the official website before applying.

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