Bank of Baroda is recruiting for 2,482 Local Bank Officer positions across 20 states in India. This recruitment process, outlined in the notification dated 2026, invites applications from eligible candidates who are graduates with at least one year of post-qualification banking experience. The last date to apply is 7 September 2026.
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Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification - 2482 Posts – Overview
Organization
Bank of Baroda (BOB)
Exam Name
Local Bank Officer (LBO)
Selection Procedure
Candidates will undergo an online test as part of the selection process. This test will consist of several sections, including English Language, Banking Knowledge, General/Economic Awareness, and Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude. Each section will contain 30 questions, and the total test duration will be two hours, assessing a total of 120 questions. Details regarding the exact date of the online test will be provided later.
To qualify for the Local Bank Officer position, candidates must hold a graduation degree from a recognized university. Additionally, you need to have at least one year of experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank. Candidates must also be proficient in the local language of the state they are applying for, and preference will be given to those with relevant certifications in banking and finance.
Criteria
Details
Nationality
Citizen of India, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with intent to permanently settle, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries (Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, Vietnam) with intent to permanently settle in India
Educational Qualification
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution (mandatory)
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)
Post-Qualification Experience
Minimum 1 year as an Officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank listed in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India
Language Proficiency
Must be proficient (reading, writing, speaking, understanding) in the local language of the state applied for
Application Process
To apply for the Local Bank Officer positions, start by visiting the official Bank of Baroda website. The application window opens on 18 August 2026 and closes on 7 September 2026. You will need to register on the site, complete your application form, and upload the necessary documents. Be sure to pay the application fee, which varies based on your category, before submitting your form. Keeping a printout of your application for future reference is also a good practice.
Category
Application Fee
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
Age Relaxation Criteria
The Bank of Baroda provides age relaxation for certain categories of candidates. SC/ST candidates can enjoy a relaxation of 5 years, while OBC candidates are allowed 3 years. For persons with benchmark disabilities, the relaxation varies: General/EWS candidates get 10 years, OBC candidates 13 years, and SC/ST candidates 15 years. Ex-servicemen and commissioned officers with a minimum of 5 years of military service can also avail of varying relaxations depending on their category.
Category
Age Relaxation
SC/ST
5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
3 years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities
Gen/EWS - 10 years, OBC - 13 years, SC/ST - 15 years
Ex-Servicemen/Commissioned Officers (ECOs/SSCOs) with min. 5 years military service
Gen/EWS - 5 years, OBC - 8 years, SC/ST - 10 years
Selection Process
Candidates will undergo an online test as part of the selection process. This test will consist of several sections, including English Language, Banking Knowledge, General/Economic Awareness, and Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude. Each section will contain 30 questions, and the total test duration will be two hours, assessing a total of 120 questions. Details regarding the exact date of the online test will be provided later.
Section
Duration
Name of Test
Maximum Marks
No. of Questions
1
30 Minutes
English Language
30
30
2
30 Minutes
Banking Knowledge
30
30
3
30 Minutes
General/Economic Awareness
30
30
4
30 Minutes
Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude
30
30
120 Minutes
Total
120
120
Important Dates
Last Date to Apply
07 September 2026
Application Fee
Category
Application Fee
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
Important Links
BOB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF