IOB Bank Jobs 2025: Apply for 400 LBO Vacancies Across India – Eligibility & Apply Link
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) LBO Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 400 Vacancies Across India
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), a prominent public sector bank headquartered in Chennai, has released the official notification for the recruitment of 400 Local Bank Officers (LBO) under Junior Management Grade Scale I (JMGS-I). This recruitment drive presents a significant career opportunity for graduates aspiring to work in the banking sector. Candidates can submit their online applications from 12 May 2025 until 31 May 2025.
Overview of IOB LBO Recruitment 2025
- Organization: Indian Overseas Bank (IOB)
- Post Name: Local Bank Officer (JMGS-I)
- Total Vacancies: 400
- Job Type: Government, Banking
- Application Mode: Online
- Salary Range: Monthly compensation ranges between ₹48,480 and ₹85,920, excluding additional benefits and allowances
- Posting Locations: Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Maharashtra, Gujarat, West Bengal, Punjab
- Registration Dates: 12th May 2025 to 31st May 2025
IOB LBO State-wise Vacancy Breakdown
The state-wise distribution of Local Bank Officer vacancies along with required language proficiency is as follows:
| State | Required Language Proficiency | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 260 |
| Odisha | Odia | 10 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 45 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 30 |
| West Bengal | Bengali | 34 |
| Punjab | Punjabi | 21 |
Reservation (Applicable in Tamil Nadu):
- SC: 60
- ST: 30
- OBC: 108
- EWS: 40
- UR: 162
- PwBD (VI-4, HI-4, OC-4, ID-4)
Eligibility Criteria for IOB LBO Recruitment 2025
Nationality:
- Indian Citizen
- Subjects of Nepal/Bhutan
- Tibetan Refugees (arrived before 1st January 1962)
- Persons of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries, etc., with eligibility certification from Government of India
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university/institution approved by the Government of India.
- Valid mark sheet/degree certificate is required at the time of registration.
Age Limit (as of 01/05/2025):
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 30 years
- Candidates must be born between 02/05/1995 and 01/05/2005 (both dates inclusive)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- 1984 Riot Victims: 5 years
Language Proficiency:
- Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the local language of the applied state.
- Those who studied the local language in 10th/12th need not take the Language Proficiency Test (LPT).
- Others will be subjected to the LPT as part of the selection process.
Experience:
- Candidates with prior experience as officers in Scheduled Commercial Banks are eligible for advance increments (1 per year of service, max 2) if the role matches IOB’s Scale-I Generalist Officer profile.
- Candidates from subsidiaries of Scheduled Commercial Banks may receive 1 increment.
Credit History:
- A minimum CIBIL score of 650 is required at the time of joining.
Selection Process
The IOB LBO recruitment process includes the following stages:
- Online Test:
- Total Questions: 140
- Maximum Marks: 200
- Duration: 3 hours
- Exam Centers: Multiple cities across India
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT):
- For candidates not meeting the language requirement through 10th/12th certificate
- Personal Interview:
- Shortlisted candidates from the online test will be called for interviews
- Final merit list is prepared using 80:20 weightage (Online Test: Interview)
- Final Selection:
- State-wise and category-wise merit lists based on combined scores
Salary and Career Progression
- The pay scale for LBOs is ₹48,480 to ₹85,920, along with admissible allowances and benefits as per IOB norms.
- Selected candidates will be posted in their applied state for at least 12 years or until promoted to SMGS-IV, whichever is earlier.
Application Fee
- SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175 (Intimation Charges, incl. GST)
- GEN/EWS/OBC: ₹850 (incl. GST)
- Mode of Payment: Online (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, BHIM)
Step-by-Step Guide to Submit IOB LBO Application 2025
Eligible candidates must follow these steps to complete the application process:
- Visit the IOB IBPS Online Application Portal.
- Register online between 12th May 2025 to 31st May 2025.
- Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload scanned copies of:
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Left thumb impression
- Handwritten declaration
- Complete the payment process using your preferred digital payment method.
- Candidates must apply for only one state. Multiple applications will lead to the latest application being considered.
- Carefully review the application preview before final submission.
- Take a printout of the final application form for reference.
Important Dates
- Opening Date of Online Application: 12 May 2025
- Closing Date for Online Registration: 31 May 2025
- Date of Online Examination: To be announced
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Final Words
The IOB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for graduates looking to launch or enhance their careers in the public banking sector. With attractive salaries, stable job security, and career growth prospects, this recruitment drive is especially suitable for candidates with strong language skills and a desire to serve their local communities. Ensure timely submission of your application and prepare diligently for the online test and interview to secure your place with Indian Overseas Bank.
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