Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2482 Posts

Bank of Baroda has released the recruitment notification for 2482 Local Bank Officer posts. This recruitment drive offers opportunities across multiple states including Gujarat,​ Karnataka,​ and Maharashtra. Interested candidates can submit their applications online starting from 18 August 2026.

Key Highlights

• Organization: Bank of Baroda
• Post Name: Local Bank Officer
• Total Vacancies: 2482
• Application Mode: Online
• Official Website: www.bankofbaroda.in

Important Dates

Candidates must note the following schedule for the recruitment process.

Vacancy Details

The notification advertises a total of 2482 vacancies for the Local Bank Officer position. The bank has allocated these vacancies across various states.

The highest number of vacancies is available in Gujarat. Candidates applying for a specific state must be proficient in the local language of that state.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the educational and experience requirements to apply for this post.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a graduation degree in any subject from a recognized university or institution. Preference will be given to candidates who hold specific certifications. These include IC 38 from the Insurance Institute of India,​ NISM Series V A for Mutual Fund Distributors,​ NISM Series XXI-A for Portfolio Management Services,​ and NISM Series XIII for Common Derivatives Certification.

Experience Requirement

The candidate must have at least one year of post-qualification experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank listed in the Second Schedule of the RBI.

Local Language Proficiency

Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the state they are applying for. They must be able to read,​ write,​ speak,​ and understand that language. For example,​ candidates applying for Assam must be proficient in Assamese or Bodo.

Age Limit

The age of the candidate should be between 21 and 30 years as of 01 August 2026. The bank provides age relaxation for reserved categories.

Application Fee

Candidates need to pay the application fee along with payment gateway charges.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official recruitment portal.

1. Visit the recruitment portal at ibpsreg.ibps.in.
2. Open the online application form for Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer.
3. Fill in all personal and educational details accurately.
4. Upload the required documents and photographs.
5. Pay the application fee according to your category.
6. Submit the form and download the printout for future reference.

Applicants looking for opportunities in other banks can also check the Bank of India Credit Officer Recruitment 2026 for 779 Vacancies.

Important Instructions

• The advertisement number is BOB/​HRM/​REC/​ADVT/​2026/​16.
• Candidates should keep their documents ready before applying.
• The application process is entirely online. No offline applications are accepted.
• Verify all details before final submission.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of multiple stages. Candidates must qualify in each stage to proceed to the next.

1. Online Test

The online test comprises four sections. The sections are English Language,​ Banking Knowledge,​ General/​Economic Awareness,​ and Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude.

Candidates must answer 120 questions within a time limit of 120 minutes. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer. The English Language section is only qualifying in nature. Marks obtained in this section will not count towards the final merit list.

For those interested in other banking positions,​ the SBI Clerk 2026 Notification for 10,​662 Junior Associate Posts is also currently available.

2. Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)

Candidates who pass the online test must appear for the Local Language Proficiency Test. Those who have studied the local language in 10th or 12th grade and can provide a certificate or mark sheet are exempt from this test. Candidates who fail the language test will be disqualified.

3. Group Discussion/​Personal Interview

The bank will conduct a Group Discussion and Personal Interview. General category candidates need to score at least 60% to qualify. Reserved category candidates need to score at least 55%. The bank will not disclose the online exam scores until the selection process is complete. Shortlisting depends on available vacancies,​ cut-off marks,​ and overall performance.

Exam Centers

The online test will take place at various centers. For Assam,​ the exam centers include Guwahati,​ Jorhat,​ Silchar,​ Dibrugarh,​ and Tezpur.

FAQ

Q. What is the total number of vacancies for Bank of Baroda LBO 2026?
A. There are a total of 2482 vacancies for the Local Bank Officer post.

Q. What is the last date to apply for Bank of Baroda LBO Recruitment 2026?
A. The last date to apply online is 07 September 2026.

Q. Is there any experience required for the Local Bank Officer post?
A. Yes,​ candidates must have at least one year of post-qualification experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank.

Q. What is the age limit for Bank of Baroda Local Bank Officer Recruitment?
A. The age of the candidate must be between 21 and 30 years as of 01 August 2026.

Q. Is the English Language section in the online test counted for merit?
A. No,​ the English Language section is only qualifying in nature. Marks from this section do not add to the final merit list.

Q. What is the application fee for General category candidates?
A. The application fee for General,​ EWS,​ and OBC candidates is Rs. 850 plus payment gateway charges.

Q. Where can I find the official notification?
A. The official notification is available as a PDF on the Bank of Baroda website at www.bankofbaroda.in.

Visit the official website to read the full notification and apply online before the deadline.