IOB LBO Recruitment 2025: Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has opened online registration for 400 Local Bank Officers (LBO) across six states. Graduates who are fluent in the local language of the chosen state can apply between 12 May 2025 and 31 May 2025. The selection process includes an online exam, a local‑language test, and an interview.
Overview – IOB LBO Recruitment 2025
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) |
| Post | Local Bank Officer (Grade ‘O’) |
| Total Vacancies | 400 |
| Pay Scale | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 + perks |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Posting | Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Maharashtra, Gujarat, West Bengal, Punjab |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Site | iob.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification issued | 09 May 2025 |
| Online form opens | 12 May 2025 |
| Last date to apply & fee payment | 31 May 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Online exam (tentative) | July 2025 |
| Admit card | July 2025 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹175 |
| Payment Mode | Debit / Credit Card, Net‑Banking, UPI |
Age Limit (as on 01 May 2025)
- 20 – 30 years (born between 02‑May‑1995 and 01‑May‑2005)
- Relaxations: 5 yrs SC/ST, 3 yrs OBC, 10 yrs PwD, etc.
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Qualification Details
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university (no percentage bar).
- Experience: Not mandatory; freshers can apply.
- Language: Must read, write & speak the local language of the selected circle.
- Others: Working knowledge of computers preferred.
Vacancy Break‑up (400 Posts)
| State / Circle | Language | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 106 | 39 | 19 | 70 | 26 | 260 |
| Odisha | Odia | 04 | 01 | 01 | 03 | 01 | 10 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 18 | 07 | 03 | 12 | 05 | 45 |
| Gujarat | Gujarati | 12 | 05 | 02 | 08 | 03 | 30 |
| West Bengal | Bengali | 14 | 05 | 03 | 09 | 03 | 34 |
| Punjab | Punjabi | 08 | 03 | 02 | 06 | 02 | 21 |
| Grand Total | — | 162 | 60 | 30 | 108 | 40 | 400 |
Exam Pattern (Online CBT – 3 hours)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 60 min |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 30 | 60 | 60 min |
| General / Economy / Banking Awareness | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| Total | 140 | 200 | 180 min |
- No negative marking.
- After clearing CBT, candidates face a local‑language test and interview.
How to Apply IOB LBO Recruitment 2025
- Visit iob.in ➔ Careers ➔ “Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2025”.
- Click “Apply Online”, register with email & mobile.
- Fill personal, academic & circle preference details.
- Upload photo, signature & documents (≤ 1 MB each, JPG/PNG).
- Pay the fee online and submit.
- Save/print the e‑receipt & application for future reference.
Important Links
| Content | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Download Notification | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
FAQs – IOB Local Bank Officer 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply?
A. 31 May 2025 (11:59 PM).
Q2. Is experience required?
A. No, fresh graduates may apply.
Q3. Is there negative marking?
A. No, the CBT has no negative marking.
Q4. Do I need to know the local language?
A. Yes, reading, writing & speaking the circle’s language is mandatory.
Q5. What is the salary IOB LBO Recruitment 2025?
A. Pay scale ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 plus allowances (approx. ₹ 10 LPA CTC).
