Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), a leading public sector bank, has announced 400 vacancies for Local Bank Officer (LBO) positions under Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). This is an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking a stable and rewarding career in the banking sector. The recruitment is open for Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Maharashtra, Gujarat, West Bengal, and Punjab.
📢 Apply Online: 12th to 31st May 2025
🌐 Official Website: www.iob.in
🔹 IOB LBO Recruitment 2025: Key Highlights
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) |
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (LBO) |
| Vacancies | 400 |
| Scale | JMGS-I (Junior Management Grade Scale-I) |
| Basic Pay | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (as per pay scale) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 12th May – 31st May 2025 |
| Eligibility | Graduation in any discipline |
| Age Limit | 20 – 30 years (Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD) |
| Selection Process | Online Exam → Language Test (LPT) → Interview |
| Job Location | Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Maharashtra, Gujarat, West Bengal, Punjab |
🔹 State-wise Vacancy Distribution
| State | Local Language Required | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 260 |
| Odisha | Odia | 10 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 45 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 30 |
| West Bengal | Bengali | 34 |
| Punjab | Punjabi | 21 |
| Total | 400 |
🔹 Category-wise Breakdown:
SC: 60 | ST: 30 | OBC: 108 | EWS: 40 | UR: 162
🔹 Eligibility Criteria
✅ Educational Qualification
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
Must have a valid mark sheet/degree certificate.
✅ Age Limit (as of 01-05-2025)
Minimum Age: 20 years
Maximum Age: 30 years
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
PwD: 10 years
Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
🔹 Selection Process
The selection will be based on:
Online Examination (Reasoning, General Awareness, Data Analysis, English)
Language Proficiency Test (LPT) (Local Language Test)
Personal Interview
📌 Exam Pattern:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer | 30 | 60 | 60 mins |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness | 40 | 40 | 30 mins |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 60 mins |
| English | 40 | 40 | 30 mins |
| Total | 140 | 200 | 3 Hours |
🔹 How to Apply for IOB LBO Recruitment 2025?
Visit the official website: www.iob.in
Go to "Careers" → Click on "Recruitment of Local Bank Officer 2025-26"
Register and fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
Pay the Application Fee (Online Mode):
General/OBC/EWS: ₹850
SC/ST/PwD: ₹175
Submit & Print the application for future reference.
📅 Last Date to Apply: 31st May 2025
🔹 Salary & Benefits
Basic Pay: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (as per JMGS-I pay scale)
Additional Benefits: DA, HRA, CCA, and other allowances as per bank rules.
Probation Period: 2 years
🔹 Important Links
✅ Official Notification: Download Here
✅ Apply Online: www.iob.in