Punjab National Bank (PNB) released the Local Bank Officer (LBO) Admit Card 2026 on 28 August 2026, for the written examination scheduled on 6 September 2026, for candidates who applied against the 545 LBO vacancies notified on 20 July 2026. The LBO post is in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). The exam is computer-based and is hosted through the IBPS platform. Candidates can download their call letter from the direct IBPS link or from pnb.bank.in under Recruitments/Careers, using their Registration Number and Password. The exam is 9 days away from today — download and print the call letter immediately.
Important – Read Before You Go: Three things that will bar entry at the exam centre. First, carry a printed copy of the admit card — a digital version on your mobile phone is not accepted — PNB will not permit entry without the physical printout; print at least two copies. Second, the Bank conducts biometric verification including photo capture and thumb impression or IRIS scan at the exam centre — do not apply mehendi, ink, chemical dye or any coating on your hands before the exam, as these interfere with biometric capture and may affect your candidature. Third, your live signature at the exam centre must match the signature uploaded on your application form — a mismatch is treated as a discrepancy and can lead to disqualification; practice your signature to be consistent with what you submitted online.
PNB LBO Admit Card 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Post | Local Bank Officer (LBO), Grade JMGS-I |
| Notification Date | 20 July 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 545 |
| Admit Card Released | 28 August 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 6 September 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) hosted by IBPS |
| Login Credentials | Registration Number + Password |
| Download Portal | IBPS-hosted PNB LBO admit card portal |
| Official Website | pnb.bank.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 20 July 2026 |
| Online application opens | 20 July 2026 |
| Online application closes | 9 August 2026 |
| Admit card released | 28 August 2026 |
| Written Examination | 6 September 2026 |
| LLPT and Interview schedule | To be announced on pnb.bank.in after written exam result |
State-wise and Language-wise Vacancy
The LBO post requires proficiency in the local language of the state of posting. Candidates are posted in the state against which they applied and must demonstrate the relevant local language competency.
| State/UT | Mandatory Local Language | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| West Bengal | Bengali | 80 |
| Assam | Assamese/Bodo | 85 |
| Karnataka | Kannada | 78 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 67 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 77 |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 51 |
| Telangana | Telugu | 41 |
| Tripura | Bengali/Kokborok | 18 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | Urdu/Dogri/Kashmiri | 9 |
| Meghalaya | Garo/Khasi | 8 |
| Manipur | Manipuri/Meitei | 6 |
| Mizoram | Mizo | 5 |
| Nagaland | English | 5 |
| Sikkim | Nepali/Sikkimese | 5 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 4 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English | 4 |
| Ladakh | Urdu/Purgi/Bhoti | 2 |
| Total | 545 |
Assam (85) and West Bengal (80) carry the two largest vacancies. Karnataka (78) and Gujarat (77) follow closely.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Examination (CBT) | 6 September 2026 – current stage |
| LLPT (Local Language Proficiency Test) | For candidates who have not studied the mandatory local language at 10th standard – conducted before or alongside the interview |
| Personal Interview | For candidates who qualify the written exam; schedule to be announced |
| Final merit | Based on written exam + interview marks combined |
Candidates who have studied the mandatory local language of the applied state up to at least 10th standard are exempted from LLPT. Others must appear in and qualify the LLPT. Monitor pnb.bank.in for the LLPT and interview schedule after the written exam result.
How to Download the PNB LBO Admit Card 2026
- Open the admit card download portal using the direct link in the Important Links table below.
- Enter your Registration Number and Password.
- Enter the captcha code and click Submit.
- Your call letter will appear on screen.
- Check all details carefully: name, roll number, exam date (6 September 2026), reporting time, exam centre address and shift.
- Download the PDF and save it.
- Take at least two clear A4 printouts.
- Read all instructions printed on the admit card before exam day.
Documents to Carry to the Exam Centre
- Printed copy of the PNB LBO Admit Card 2026 (physical printout mandatory)
- One valid original Photo ID proof as specified on the admit card
Strictly prohibited inside the exam centre:
- Mobile phones, earphones, Bluetooth devices, health bands or any electronic communication device
- Calculators, log tables, pen drives, electronic pens or scanners
- Bags, caps, goggles, belts and similar accessories
- Ornaments including rings, earrings, chains or badges
- Watches, cameras or any metallic item
- Food items (packed or open)
- Textual material of any kind
Documents required at the Interview stage (for reference now):
- Interview call letter printout and system-generated application form
- Date of birth proof
- Photo identity and address proof
- Educational qualification mark sheets and degree certificates
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) or Disability Certificate in the Government of India prescribed format
- Work experience documents (appointment letter, salary slip, relieving letter, experience certificate in prescribed format)
Important Instructions
- The exam is on 6 September 2026 — 9 days from today. Download and print the admit card immediately.
- Report to the exam centre before the reporting time printed on your admit card. Late entry is not permitted.
- Biometric verification (photograph and thumb impression or IRIS scan) is conducted at the exam centre. Do not apply mehendi, ink, chemicals or any coating on your hands before the exam day.
- Your signature at the exam centre must match your uploaded application signature. Mismatch leads to disqualification.
- No admit card is sent by post. Download it yourself from the portal.
- Monitor pnb.bank.in under Recruitments/Careers for updates on exam centre, LLPT and interview schedules.
- Carrying a mobile phone or electronic device inside the exam or interview hall leads to disqualification and further disciplinary action.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download PNB LBO Admit Card 2026 (IBPS Portal) | Get Now |
| PNB Official Careers and Recruitment Page | Get Now |
Frequently Asked Questions – PNB LBO Admit Card 2026
Q1. When was the PNB LBO Admit Card 2026 released?
✅ 28 August 2026, for the Local Bank Officer written examination scheduled on 6 September 2026, for 545 LBO (JMGS-I) vacancies notified on 20 July 2026.
Q2. What is the PNB LBO exam date 2026?
✅ 6 September 2026, conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT) hosted by IBPS. Reporting time and exam centre address are printed on the individual admit card.
Q3. How do I download the admit card?
✅ Open the IBPS-hosted portal via the direct link in the Important Links table, enter your Registration Number and Password, solve the captcha and submit. The call letter appears immediately.
Q4. What is the LLPT and do I need to appear for it?
✅ LLPT stands for Local Language Proficiency Test. Candidates who have not studied the mandatory local language of their applied state up to at least 10th standard must appear in and qualify the LLPT before the interview. Candidates with the local language in their 10th standard curriculum are exempt. The LLPT schedule will be announced on pnb.bank.in after the written exam result.
Q5. What must I carry to the exam centre?
✅ A printed copy of the admit card and one valid original photo ID. Mobile phones, electronic devices, metallic items, bags, ornaments and food are prohibited inside the exam hall. Digital copies of the admit card on a mobile phone are not accepted.
Q6. Why should I not apply mehendi or nail polish before the exam?
✅ PNB conducts biometric verification including thumb impression or IRIS scan at the exam centre. Mehendi, ink, chemical dye or any coating on the hands interferes with biometric capture and can affect your candidature. Come with clean hands.
Q7. How many vacancies are there and which state has the most?
✅ 545 vacancies across 17 states and UTs. Assam leads with 85 posts, followed by West Bengal (80), Karnataka (78), Gujarat (77) and Maharashtra (67).
Q8. What is the full selection process for PNB LBO 2026?
✅ Written Examination (CBT on 6 September 2026), followed by LLPT (for candidates without the local language in their 10th standard), and Personal Interview. Final merit is based on combined written exam and interview marks.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the admit card release notice published by Punjab National Bank (PNB) on 28 August 2026 for the Local Bank Officer (LBO) written examination on 6 September 2026, against the 545 vacancies notified on 20 July 2026. The admit card is hosted by IBPS. Reporting time, exam centre and shift details are on the individual call letter. Candidates must carry a printed admit card and a valid original photo ID. No electronic devices are permitted inside the exam centre. Monitor pnb.bank.in for LLPT and interview schedules after the written exam result. JobShouter.com is not associated with Punjab National Bank in any manner.
