Recruitment of Local Bank Officer 2025-26 in Human Resources Department, Manpower Planning and Recruitment Division, Central Office, Mumbai
Union Bank of India, one of India’s leading public sector banks with a strong national and international presence, is seeking talented individuals to join as Local Bank Officers (LBO) for the 2025-26 recruitment cycle. Union Bank of India LBO Recruitment 2025-26 is a fantastic opportunity for qualified candidates to become a part of a prestigious banking institution and contribute to the economic growth of the nation. The Bank offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits, and a chance to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to read the details below and apply online.
Union Bank of India, a leading listed Public Sector Bank with its Central Office in Mumbai, invites online applications for the recruitment of the following position:
Union Bank of India LBO Recruitment 2025-26 Overview
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (LBO) |
|---|---|
| Scale/Grade | JMGS-I |
| Basic Pay Scale | 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 |
| Total Vacancies | 1500 |
| Posting Location | Within selected state |
| Probation Period | 2 years |
| Bond Requirement | INR 2,00,000 for 3 years |
| Selection Process | Online Exam, LPT, Personal Interview |
Union Bank of India LBO Recruitment 2024 Vacancies
| Post Code | Post | Scale/Grade | Vacancies |
| 01 | Local Bank Officer (LBO) | JMGS-I | 1500 |
In addition, Special Allowance, Dearness Allowance, and other allowances will be payable as per the prevailing rules and regulations of the Bank. Officers will also be eligible for amenities like residential quarters, lease rent in lieu of quarters, LFC, reimbursement of medical/hospitalization expenses, and other perquisites as per Bank policy.
State-wise Vacancies Breakup
The details of state-wise vacancies, along with reservation, are as follows:
| SN | State | Mandatory Language Proficiency | Vacancies |
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 200 |
| 2 | Assam | Assamese | 50 |
| 3 | Gujarat | Gujarati | 200 |
| 4 | Karnataka | Kannada | 300 |
| 5 | Kerala | Malayalam | 100 |
| 6 | Maharashtra | Marathi | 50 |
| 7 | Odisha | Odia | 100 |
| 8 | Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 200 |
| 9 | Telangana | Telugu | 200 |
| 10 | West Bengal | Bengali | 100 |
| Total | 1500 |
Note: The number of vacancies is provisional and may vary as per the Bank’s requirement. The Bank reserves the right to interchange reserved vacancies in various categories as per Government Guidelines.
State-wise Vacancies’ Reservation
The details of state-wise vacancies, along with reservation, are as follows:
| State | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
| Andhra Pradesh | 30 | 15 | 54 | 20 | 81 | 200 |
| Assam | 7 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 22 | 50 |
| Gujarat | 30 | 15 | 54 | 20 | 81 | 200 |
| Karnataka | 45 | 22 | 81 | 30 | 122 | 300 |
| Kerala | 15 | 7 | 27 | 10 | 41 | 100 |
| Maharashtra | 7 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 22 | 50 |
| Odisha | 15 | 7 | 27 | 10 | 41 | 100 |
| Tamil Nadu | 30 | 15 | 54 | 20 | 81 | 200 |
| Telangana | 30 | 15 | 54 | 20 | 81 | 200 |
| West Bengal | 15 | 7 | 27 | 10 | 41 | 100 |
| 224 | 109 | 404 | 150 | 613 | 1500 |
Important Notes
- Single State Application: Candidates must apply for vacancies in only one state. A candidate applying for a vacancy in one state is not eligible to apply for a vacancy in another state. Merit lists will be drawn state-wise.
- Posting Terms: Selected candidates will be posted within the selected State for the first 10 years of their service or until their promotion to SMGS IV Grade, whichever is earlier.
- Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the local language of the state for which they are applying.
- Experience Consideration: No prior experience will be considered for seniority in service.
Union Bank of India LBO Recruitment 2024 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Start Date for Online Registration and Payment of Fees | 24th October 2024, 00:00 hrs |
| Last Date for Online Registration and Payment of Fees | 13th November 2024, 24:00 hrs |
Note: Applicants are advised to apply only after thoroughly reading and understanding this notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants may apply for only one of the states as per the identified vacancies in this notification. Before applying, applicants must ensure that they fulfill the eligibility criteria, including proficiency in the specified language of the state as listed above.
Nationality/Citizenship
An applicant must be either:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
- A Tibetan refugee who migrated to India before 1st January 1962 intending to settle permanently in India, or
- A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam intending to settle permanently in India.
Candidates belonging to categories (ii) to (v) must have a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.
Age and Educational Qualification
- Post: Local Bank Officer (LBO) – JMGS-I
- Age Limit: Minimum 20 years, Maximum 30 years
- Educational Qualification: Full-time/regular Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a university/institution recognized by the Government of India or its Regulatory bodies. A valid mark-sheet or degree certificate must be produced on the date of registration.
Cut-off Date for Eligibility:
- Age Criteria: 1st October 2024
- Educational Qualification: 13th November 2024
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit
| SN | Category | Age Relaxation |
| 1 | Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe | 5 years |
| 2 | Other Backward Classes (Non-creamy layer) | 3 years |
| 3 | Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | 10 years |
| 4 | Ex-Servicemen, Commissioned Officers including ECOs/SSCOs | 5 years |
| 5 | Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years |
Note: The relaxation in the upper age limit for SC/ST/OBC applicants is cumulative with only one of the remaining categories as mentioned above. The maximum upper age limit is 50 years.
Reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
Under Section 34 of “The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016”, persons with benchmark disabilities are eligible for reservation. The reserved categories of disabilities mentioned under this Act are:
- Visually Impaired (VI): Includes Blindness and Low Vision
- Hearing Impaired (HI): Includes Deaf and Hard of Hearing
- Orthopedically Challenged (OC): Includes Locomotor Disability (One Arm, One Leg, Both Legs), Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims, Muscular Dystrophy
- Intellectual Disability (ID): Includes Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disability, Mental Illness, and Multiple Disabilities
Note: Only persons with a “Permanent Benchmark Disability” are eligible for reservation, which means not less than 40% of a specified disability.
Probation Period
The selected candidates will be on probation for a period of 2 years of active service from the date of joining the Bank.
Service Indemnity Bond
The selected candidates will be required to execute a Service Indemnity Bond, undertaking to serve the Bank for a minimum period of 3 years or to pay the Bank a sum of INR 2,00,000 (Two Lakh) plus applicable taxes if they leave the Bank before completion of 3 years of active service.
Selection Process
The selection process may comprise an Online Examination, Group Discussion (if conducted), Screening of applications, and/or Personal Interview depending on the number of applicants/eligible candidates. The Bank reserves the right to decide whether to use all or any of these modes for selection.
Structure of the Online Examination of Union Bank of India LBO Vacancy
| SN | Name of the Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Allotted |
| 1 | Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 45 | 60 | 60 Minutes |
| 2 | General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| 3 | Data Analysis & Interpretation | 35 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| 4 | English Language | 35 | 40 | 40 Minutes |
| Total | 155 | 200 | 180 Minutes | |
| 5 | English Language (Letter & Essay) | 2 | 25 | 30 Minutes |
Penalty for Wrong Answers
There will be a penalty for wrong answers marked in the Objective Tests. For each wrong answer, one-fourth or 0.25 of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted.
Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Candidates shortlisted in the Online Examination must qualify in the Language Proficiency Test (LPT), which tests proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the specified local language. Candidates who produce a 10th or 12th standard mark sheet/certificate proving study of the local language will be exempted from the LPT.
Important Instructions
- No Change in Application Details: Applicants must ensure that all details provided in their applications are correct. No modifications will be allowed after submission.
- Identity Verification: At the examination hall, candidates must produce the call letter along with a valid photo identity proof.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Official Notification | Notification PDF |
| Union Bank of India LBO Online Form | Apply Online |
| Union Bank of India Official Website | Union Bank |
| Check More Govt Jobs | Govt Jobs |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| Question | Answer |
| What is the last date to apply for LBO? | 13th November 2024 |
| What is the probation period for LBO? | 2 years |
| What is the bond amount for LBO? | INR 2,00,000 for 3 years |
| Is prior experience considered for seniority? | No, prior experience is not considered for seniority. |
| How will the selection process be conducted? | Online Examination, LPT, and/or Personal Interview |
For more details and to apply, please visit the Union Bank of India website under the “Recruitments” section.
