Overview
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has released the examination schedule for the recruitment of Local Bank Officers (LBO) in JMGS-I under its notified recruitment cycle. The recruitment drive aims to fill 400 vacancies across designated states, with the online examination scheduled for 12 July 2025; candidates checking the 2026 update should note that this date relates to the notified 2025-26 recruitment exercise.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) |
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (LBO), JMGS-I |
| Total Vacancies | 400 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | iob.bank.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | 12 May 2025 |
| Last Date | 31 May 2025 |
| Exam Date | 12 July 2025 |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should monitor the bank's recruitment section for updates concerning call letters, examination centres, results, language tests and interview schedules. Dates may be revised by the recruiting authority, making the official portal the final reference.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Applicants must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a university recognised by the Government of India or possess an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government.
- Candidates must have a valid degree certificate or mark sheet establishing their graduate status by the eligibility cut-off date stated in the detailed notification.
- The recruitment conditions may require relevant post-qualification work experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank. Applicants should verify the prescribed duration and acceptable experience before proceeding.
- Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the state for which they apply. Reading, writing and speaking ability may be tested during the selection process.
- Applicants should retain academic records, experience certificates and local-language documents for verification.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 20 years.
- Maximum age: 30 years.
- The age calculation will be based on the cut-off date specified in the detailed recruitment advertisement.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories under Government of India rules.
- Candidates claiming relaxation must produce valid supporting certificates in the prescribed format.
Fees
- SC, ST and PwBD candidates: ā¹175, inclusive of applicable charges.
- All other candidates: ā¹850, inclusive of applicable charges.
- Payment must be completed online through the available debit card, credit card, net banking or other supported digital payment facilities.
- Application fees are generally non-refundable once successfully paid.
Selection Process
- Online Examination: Eligible candidates will appear for a computer-based examination covering the subjects and sections prescribed in the official syllabus. Applicants must satisfy the applicable sectional and overall qualifying standards.
- Local Language Proficiency Test: Shortlisted candidates may be assessed on their ability to read, write and speak the local language of the state selected in the application. Exemption, where permitted, will depend on valid educational records.
- Personal Interview and Document Verification: Candidates qualifying in the earlier stages will be called for an interview. Final selection will depend on performance, eligibility verification, medical fitness and fulfilment of recruitment conditions.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Indian Overseas Bank website at iob.bank.in and open the careers or recruitment section.
- Locate the recruitment notice for Local Bank Officers in JMGS-I and read the detailed advertisement carefully.
- Select the online application link and complete the registration process using an active email address and mobile number.
- Enter personal information, educational qualifications, work experience, category and state preference accurately. The selected state may determine the applicable local-language requirement.
- Upload a recent photograph, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration and other documents in the prescribed size and format.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through the online payment gateway and wait for confirmation before leaving the page.
- Review the complete application form, submit it and save the generated registration number and password.
- Download the submitted form and payment receipt. Candidates whose applications are already registered should use their credentials to download the exam call letter when activated.
The application window listed for this cycle has closed. Candidates should not submit details through unofficial links or share passwords, one-time passwords or banking credentials with third parties.
Important Links
FAQs
1. What is the IOB LBO examination date?
The online examination for the notified recruitment cycle is scheduled for 12 July 2025. Candidates should check the official portal for any revised notice.
2. How many vacancies are available under IOB LBO recruitment?
The recruitment drive has announced 400 Local Bank Officer vacancies in JMGS-I across the participating states.
3. What is the minimum qualification for an IOB Local Bank Officer?
Applicants must possess a graduation degree in any discipline. They must also satisfy the experience, age and local-language conditions specified in the detailed notification.
