The Bank of Baroda has officially initiated the admit card download phase for the Local Bank Officer (LBO) Recruitment 2026 examination, scheduled for October 3, 2026. Aspirants who completed their registration by September 17, 2026, must immediately retrieve their hall tickets using valid registration credentials to secure entry into the examination centers.
The Recruitment Board has issued Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer LBO Exam Date 2026. Candidates can apply online until 17-Sep-2026. Total Vacancies: 4,944 Posts. Application Fee for General candidates is As per rules. Eligibility age criteria: Minimum Age : 21 Years; Maximum Age : 30 Years; Age Relaxation Extra as per Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer LBO Recruitment Rules Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16.. Direct server links to apply, view merit list, and download syllabus PDF are available in the Direct Useful Links table below.
Exam Day Instructions & Entry Rules
1. Center gates close strictly 30 minutes before exam commencement. Late entry is never entertained.
2. The photograph on the admit card must clearly match your physical appearance; bring identical passport photos.
3. Aadhaar card printout should show full Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY); otherwise bring PAN or Voter ID as secondary proof.
4. Ensure passport photos strictly match official specs using our free Photo Resizer Tool, or check future recruitment eligibility with our Age Calculator.
Important Dates
- Application Begin 18 August 2026
- Last Date for Apply Online 17-Sep-2026
- Pay Exam Fee Last Date 17 September 2026
- BOB LBO Exam Date October 3, 2026
- Admit Card Available Before Exam
Application Fee & Payment
- Application Begin 18/08/2026 (Exempted)
- Last Date for Apply Online 17/09/2026 (Exempted)
- BOB LBO Exam Date 03/10/2026 (Exempted)
- Admit Card Available Before Exam
Age Limit & Eligibility
- Prescribed Age Limit Minimum Age : 21 Years; Maximum Age : 30 Years; Age Relaxation Extra as per Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer LBO Recruitment Rules Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16.
- Age Calculated As On As on 01 August 2026
- Upper Age Relaxation As Per Government Norms
- Core Qualification Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required.
Total Vacancy Overview
Salary, Pay Scale & 7th CPC Allowances
Selected candidates for Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer LBO Exam Date 2026 receive remuneration as per the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix.
- Pay Matrix: Pay Level 10 / Grade Pay βΉ 5,400 (βΉ 56,100 β βΉ 1,77,500/-)
- Basic Pay: βΉ 56,100/- per month
- Metro (X-City) In-Hand: βΉ 92,000/- (Class X Cities)
- State/Town (Y/Z City): βΉ 84,000/- (Class Y Cities)
- Allowances Included: Dearness Allowance (DA 50%), HRA (9%-27%), Transport Allowance (TA), NPS Contribution & Medical
| Post Name / Cadre | Department | Total Posts | Educational Qualification Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local Bank Officer (LBO) | General / Respective Cadre | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India 1 Year Experience Required. More Eligibility Details Read The Notification. | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| States Name | General / Respective Cadre | Total Post | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| ANDHRA PRADESH | General / Respective Cadre | 80 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| ARUNACHAL PRADESH | General / Respective Cadre | 20 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| ASSAM | General / Respective Cadre | 40 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| GUJARAT | General / Respective Cadre | 1185 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| JAMMU & KASHMIR | General / Respective Cadre | 15 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| KARNATAKA | General / Respective Cadre | 418 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| KERALA | General / Respective Cadre | 49 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| MAHARASHTRA | General / Respective Cadre | 218 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| MANIPUR | General / Respective Cadre | 15 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| MEGHALAYA | General / Respective Cadre | 15 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| MIZORAM | General / Respective Cadre | 15 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| NAGALAND | General / Respective Cadre | 15 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| ODISHA | General / Respective Cadre | 100 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| PUNJAB | General / Respective Cadre | 34 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| SIKKIM | General / Respective Cadre | 10 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| TAMIL NADU | General / Respective Cadre | 132 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| TELANGANA | General / Respective Cadre | 50 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| TRIPURA | General / Respective Cadre | 08 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| WEST BENGAL | General / Respective Cadre | 42 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| Local Bank Officer (LBO) | 981 | 2482 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream Passed form any Recognized University / Institute in India. 1 Year Experience Required. |
| Candidate Category | Permissible Age Relaxation | Mandatory Document / Verification Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer) | 3 Years | Must produce valid OBC-NCL certificate issued in prescribed format |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years | Applicable for all central and state reservations |
| PwBD / Divyangjan (General / Unreserved) | 10 Years | Minimum 40% permanent benchmark disability certificate needed |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 3 yrs OBC) |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 5 yrs SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 Years + Service Rendered | Deduction of military service from actual age |
| Stage / Paper | Subjects & Question Distribution | Total Marks / Questions | Duration & Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | English Language (30), Quantitative Aptitude (35), Reasoning Ability (35) | 100 Questions / 100 Marks | 60 Minutes (Sectional 20 Mins each) 0.25 Marks Negative per wrong answer |
| Mains Examination | Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (45), General/Financial Awareness (40), English Language (35), Data Analysis & Interpretation (35) | 155 Questions / 200 Marks | 3 Hours 1/4th Negative Marking |
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Download Admit Card
- Visit the Official Examination Portal: Navigate to the authorized portal of the conducting examination board.
- Access Admit Card Section: Click on the 'Download Admit Card / Hall Ticket' link on the home page notification marquee.
- Select Examination Link: Click on the active link for Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer LBO Exam Date 2026.
- Log In with Credentials: Enter your Registration ID / Application Number and Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY) or Password, along with the displayed Captcha code.
- Verify Exam Center & Shift Timings: Check your allotted examination date, shift, reporting time, and exact test venue address.
- Print Admit Card: Download and print 2 colored or clear black-and-white copies on A4 paper. Ensure the barcode and photograph are sharp and legible.
- Check Exam Day Instructions: Carefully read instructions regarding mandatory original Government Photo ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID) and passport photographs required at the test centre.
Mandatory Checklist: What to Carry to the Examination Center
| Download Exam Date Notice | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| How To Fill Form (Hindi Video) | Access Official Link |
| Download Date Extended Notice | Download PDF |
| Download Notification | Download PDF |
| Signature Resizer, PDF Compress, Age Calculator and More Tools | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
| Official Portal / Organization Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (Candidate FAQs)
Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer LBO Exam Date 2026 β Comprehensive Guide & Key Details
Cadre Scope, Departmental Role & Notification Background
The Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer (LBO) recruitment drive under Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/16 represents a major administrative and operational hiring initiative aimed at filling 2,482 vacancies across multiple states, including Gujarat (1185), Karnataka (418), Maharashtra (218), Tamil Nadu (132), Odisha (100), and several other regional circles. Selected candidates will assume critical front-line banking responsibilities designed to strengthen regional asset quality, drive asset-liability growth, and manage localized credit portfolios within specific linguistic and administrative zones. The eligibility baseline mandates a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university, coupled with a minimum of 1 year of relevant operational experience in banking or financial services. Age limits are strictly enforced between 21 and 30 years as of the qualifying date, with statutory relaxations applicable to reserved categories per institutional norms.
Examination Scheme, Cutoff Benchmarks & Selection Criteria
The selection architecture for the Bank of Baroda LBO 2026 involves a rigorous multi-stage evaluation process engineered to screen candidates for core banking aptitude, domain proficiency, and regional adaptability. The upcoming examination on October 3, 2026, forms the primary filtering phase, testing aspirants across quantitative aptitude, reasoning, English language, and general/economy/banking awareness. Performance in this written evaluation will determine the shortlist for subsequent rounds, which typically include group discussions, personal interviews, and full document verification. Cutoff benchmarks are drawn state-wise and category-wise, factoring in the volume of applicants, regional vacancy pools (such as the 981 unallocated departmental slots alongside state-specific quotas), and overall exam difficulty. Candidates must secure both sectional and overall minimum qualifying scores to remain in the merit zone.
Candidate Action Plan & Verification Guidelines
Aspirants must verify all printed particulars on their Bank of Baroda LBO admit card, including registration numbers, examination center codes, reporting shifts, and mandatory photo-ID matches. On the examination day, candidates are required to carry a physical, unexpired government-issued photo identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, or Passport) alongside clear printouts of the hall ticket. Following the written assessment, shortlisted candidates must keep original credentials ready for verificationβincluding degree certificates, experience letters proving the mandatory 1-year tenure, category certificates (OBC-NCL, EWS issued within the stipulated financial year), and proof of date of birth. Any discrepancies found during biometric authentication or document verification will result in immediate disqualification from the recruitment roster.