Indian Bank is recruiting for 300 regular vacancies for the post of Local Bank Officer (Scale I). The detailed notification was released on 13/08/2024. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for these vacancies from 13/08/2024 to 02/09/2024. The selected candidates will be posted in the applied state only.

Recruitment Overview

Recruitment Organization Indian Bank
Post Name Local Bank Officers (Scale-I)
Nature of Job Regular
Vacancies 300
Salary Pay Scale-I: 48480
Job Location Across applied States in India

Post Details

S.No. Post Name Vacancies
1 Local Bank Officer (Scale-I) - Tamil Nadu / Puducherry 160
2 Local Bank Officer (Scale-I) - Karnataka 35
3 Local Bank Officer (Scale-I) - Andhra Pradesh &Telangana 50
4 Local Bank Officer (Scale-I) - Maharashtra 40
5 Local Bank Officer (Scale-I) - Gujarat 15

Age Eligibility

Age Limit: The minimum age limit is 20 years and the maximum age limit is 30 years as on 01/07/2024.

Post Name Age Limit (Years)
Local Bank Officers (Scale-I) Minimum - 20 years, Maximum - 30 years
S No. Category Age Relaxation
A Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribe candidates 5 Years
B Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates 3 Years
C Persons with Benchmark Disabilities 10 Years
D Ex-Servicemen 5 Years
E Persons affected by 1984 riots 5 Years

Exam Fee

Category Fee
SC/ST/PWBD Rs. 175/- (Only intimation charges)
All Other Categories Rs. 1000/-

Essential Qualification

Post Name Essential Qualification
Local Bank Officer (Scale-I) - All States A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Govt. Of India

Selection Process

StepProcessDetails
Stage IOnline Test (if conducted)
Subject No of Questions Maximum marks Medium of Exam Time allotted for each test (Separately timed)
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude 45 60 English & Hindi 60 minutes
General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness 40 40 English & Hindi 35 minutes
English Language 35 40 English 40 minutes
Data Analysis & Interpretation 35 60 English & Hindi 45 minutes
TOTAL 155 200 3 hours
  • Penalty for wrong answers: 1/4th of the mark allotted to the respective question for which a wrong answer is given.
  • Number of candidates to be called for interview based on the performance in the written test is 3 times of vacancy for unreserved category and 5 times of vacancy for reserved category.
  • Candidates should be proficient in the local language of the applied state.
Stage IIInterview
  • Total marks in the interview will be 100.
  • Minimum Qualifying Marks in Test & Interview:
    • 40% for Unreserved /EWS
    • 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PWBD
  • Weightage: Test - 80%, Interview - 20%

How to Apply

  1. Candidates can apply online from 13/08/2024 to 02/09/2024.
  2. Visit the official website of Indian Bank (www.indianbank.in).
  3. Go to the "Careers" page and click on the link for "Recruitment of Local Bank Officers - 2024".
  4. Read the official notification carefully before applying.
  5. Fill in the online application form with accurate details.
  6. Upload the required documents: photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and hand-written declaration.
  7. Pay the application fee through online mode.
  8. Take a printout of the system-generated online application form for future reference.

Important Dates

Registration start date 13/08/2024
Registration last date 02/09/2024

Important Links

Apply Online Click Here
Notification Click Here
Official Website Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is the selection process for Local Bank Officers?

    The selection process may involve shortlisting of applications followed by an interview or an online test followed by an interview.

  2. What is the pay scale for Local Bank Officers?

    The pay scale for Local Bank Officers is Scale-I: 48480 - 2000 - 7 - 62480 - 2340 - 2 - 67160 - 2680 - 7 - 85920, along with applicable allowances and benefits.

  3. What is the probation period for selected candidates?

    The selected candidates will be on probation for a period of 2 years from the date of joining.

  4. Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?

    Yes, age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-servicemen candidates as per government norms.