Indian Overseas Bank LBO Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 400 Local Bank Officer Posts - Registration Started @ iob.in

Indian Overseas Bank LBO Recruitment 2025: Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), one of India’s leading public sector banks with its headquarters in Chennai, has invited online applications for the recruitment of 400 Local Bank Officers (LBOs) under Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). Eligible candidates can apply online only through the official IOB website, iob.in, between 12th May 2025 and 31st May 2025. Get complete details on eligibility, selection process, salary, and how to apply below. 

Indian Overseas Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 

Indian Overseas Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 Notification has released for the recruitment of 400 Local Bank Officers (LBOs) in the Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). The recruitment drive aims to fill state-wise vacancies, and selected candidates will be appointed in their respective applied states. Aspiring applicants who meet the required eligibility criteria can submit their online applications through the official website www.iob.in from 12th May 2025 to 31st May 2025. 

IOB LBO Notification 2025

The official IOB LBO Notification 2025 PDF contains detailed information regarding state-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, reservation rules, selection process, salary structure, and instructions for online application. Applicants are advised to read the IOB LBO 2025 notification thoroughly before applying to ensure they meet all the requirements and understand the recruitment process clearly. 

Indian Overseas Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 - Overview 

*Organisation: Indian Overseas Bank (IOB)

*Post Available: Local Bank Office (LBO) 

*Vacancies: 400 

*Category: Bank Jobs 

*Mode of Application: Online 

*Application Start Date: 12th May 2025 

*Application Last Date: 31st May 2025 

*Educational Qualification: Graduate 

*Age Limit: 20 to 30 

*Selection Process: Written Test, DV, and Personal Interview 

*Official Website: https://www.ihmbbs.org/ 

IOB LBO Recruitment 2025 - Important Dates

• IOB LBO Notification 2025 Release Date: 9th May 2025

• IBO LBO 2025 Online Registration Start Date: 12th May 2025

• Online Registration End Date for IOB LBO 2025: 31st May 2025

• Payment of Application Fee / Intimation Charges: 12th May 2025 to 31st May 2025

• IOB LBO Admit Card 2025 Release Date: To be announced 

• IOB LBO Exam Date 2025: To be announced 

• Language Proficiency Test (LPT) and Personal Interview: Dates will be communicated to shortlisted candidates via email 

Indian Overseas Bank LBO Vacancy 2025

Indian Overseas Bank has announced a total of 400 vacancies for the post of Local Bank Officer (LBO) in various states. The vacancies are distributed state-wise, and candidates must be proficient in the mandatory regional language of the state they apply for. The highest number of openings is in Tamil Nadu (260 posts), followed by Maharashtra (45), Gujarat (30), West Bengal (34), Punjab (21), and Odisha (10). 

State-Wise Vacancy Distribution:

• Tamil Nadu (Tamil): 260 posts

• Maharashtra (Marathi): 45 posts

• Gujarat (Gujarati): 30 posts

• West Bengal (Bengali): 34 posts

• Punjab (Punjabi): 21 posts

• Odisha (Odia): 10 posts ( UR- 04, EWS- 01, OBC- 03, SC- 01, ST- 01) 

Indian Overseas Bank LBO Eligibility Criteria 2025

To be eligible for the Indian Overseas Bank LBO Recruitment 2025, candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. The age limit is 20 to 30 years as on 01st May 2025, with relaxations applicable for reserved categories as per government norms. Applicants must also be proficient in the official language of the state they are applying for, with the ability to read, write, and speak it fluently. 

IOB LBO Educational Qualification 2025 

• Candidates applying for the post of Local Bank Officer (LBO) must possess a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a university recognized by the Government of India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.

• The educational qualification must be attained on or before the cut-off date, i.e., 01st May 2025. 

IOB LBO Age Limit 2025 (As on 01/05/2025) 

• Minimum Age: 20 years

• Maximum Age: 30 years

• Cut-off Date: 01st May 2025 

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years

• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years

• PwBD: 10 years 

How to Apply for Indian Overseas Bank LBO Recruitment 2025? 

Interested candidates can apply online for the Indian Overseas Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 through the official website, https://www.iob.in/. The IOB LBO 2025 application process will be open from 12th May 2025 to 31st May 2025. Candidates should carefully follow the instructions on the website to complete their application form and ensure all details are accurate. No other mode of application will be accepted. Below, we are providing the application steps for your convenience. 

Application Steps:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website: https://www.iob.in/. 

Step 2: If you are a new user, click on the “New Registration” link and complete the registration process. 

Step 3: After registration, log in and fill in the application form with your personal, educational, and other required details. 

Step 4: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other necessary documents as per the specifications. 

Step 5: Review the application form to ensure all details are correct and submit it.

Step 6: Follow the instructions to pay the application fee via the available online payment methods. 

Step 7: After successful submission, take a printout of the application form for future reference. 

IOB LBO 2025 Application Fee

The application fee for Indian Overseas Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 is non-refundable and will not be adjusted against any other recruitment process. Applicants from SC/ST/PwBD categories are required to pay an intimation charge of INR 175 (inclusive of GST), while applicants from the GEN/EWS/OBC categories will need to pay an application fee of INR 850 (inclusive of GST). Please note that once the application is submitted, the fee cannot be withdrawn or refunded under any circumstances.  

Application Fee

• SC/ST/PwBD (Only Intimation Charges): INR 175 (Rupees One Hundred Seventy-Five Only) inclusive of GST

• GEN/EWS/OBC: INR 850 (Rupees Eight Hundred and Fifty Only) inclusive of GST 

Indian Overseas Bank LBO Selection Process 2025 

The selection for the Local Bank Officer (LBO) post will be based on a three-step process: an Online Examination, followed by a Language Proficiency Test (LPT), and a Personal Interview. Candidates who qualify in the Online Examination will be called for the Language Proficiency Test. Those who clear both the Online Exam and LPT will be shortlisted for the Personal Interview. Please note that meeting the eligibility criteria alone does not entitle candidates to be called for any stage of the selection process. 

Selection Stages 

• Online Examination 

• Language Proficiency Test (LPT) 

• Personal Interview 

IOB LBO Exam Pattern 2025

The Online Examination for the Local Bank Officer (LBO) post will consist of 140 objective-type questions across four sections: Reasoning and Computer Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, Data Analysis and Interpretation, and English Knowledge. The total duration will be 3 hours with separate timing for each section. A penalty of 1/4th mark will be deducted for each wrong answer. Candidates must score 30% (reserved) or 35% (unreserved) in each section to qualify. 

Exam Pattern: 

• Type of Exam: Online 

• Total Questions: 140 

• Total Marks: 200 

• Medium of Exam: English & Hindi 

• Time Duration: 3 hours (separate timing for each section) 

• Negative Marking: 1/4th mark for each wrong answer 

• Sectional Cut-off: 30% for reserved categories, 35% for unreserved categories 

Subjects/Sections:

• Reasoning and Computer Aptitude: 30 questions, 60 marks, 60 minutes 

• General/Economy/Banking Awareness: 40 questions, 40 marks, 30 minutes 

• Data Analysis and Interpretation: 30 questions, 60 marks, 60 minutes 

• English Knowledge: 40 questions, 40 marks, 30 minutes 

Indian Overseas Bank LBO Salary 2025

The Local Bank Officer (LBO) under the Indian Overseas Bank LBO Recruitment 2025 will be appointed in the Assistant Manager (Scale I) grade. The basic pay for this position starts at INR 48,480, and will increase as per the scale, which is INR 48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,920. In addition to the basic pay, the candidate will be eligible for Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), and other allowances as per the bank’s rules in force. 

Important Links: 

• Notification PDF: Click Here

• Apply Online Link: Click Here

• Official Website: Click Here