Indian Overseas Bank LBO Syllabus 2026 - Check IOB LBO Exam
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) · All India
Quick Info
Total Vacancies
200
Notification
13 Aug 2026
Category
Syllabus
Location
All India
Type
Full Time
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has released an official notification (Advt. No. HRDD/RECT/02/2026-27). A total of 200 vacancies are on offer. Full details of eligibility, important dates, fees and how to apply are given below.
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Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) |
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (LBO), JMGS-I |
| Notification No. | HRDD/RECT/02/2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 250 (Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat) |
| Selection Process | Online Examination + Language Proficiency Test (LPT, where applicable) + Personal Interview |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Total Questions | 140 |
| Total Marks (Online Exam) | 200 |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours (with sectional timing) |
| Negative Marking | Yes, 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer |
| Interview Marks | 100 |
| Final Weightage | Online Exam : Interview = 80 : 20 |
| Official Website | www.iob.in |
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks (Unreserved) | 50% |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks (Reserved) | 45% |
| Weightage in Final Merit | 20% |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Interview Marks | 100 |
| Reasoning and Computer Aptitude | 30 |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness | 40 |
| Data Analysis and Interpretation | 30 |
| English Knowledge | 40 |
| Total | 200 |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
| Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of Exam | Duration |
| Reasoning and Computer Aptitude | 30 | 60 | English & Hindi | 60 minutes |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness | 40 | 40 | English & Hindi | 30 minutes |
| Data Analysis and Interpretation | 30 | 60 | English & Hindi | 60 minutes |
| English Knowledge | 40 | 40 | English | 30 minutes |
| Total | 140 | 200 | - | 3 hours |
IOB LBO Syllabus PDF / Download PDF
| IOB LBO Syllabus PDF | Download PDF |
| IOB LBO Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| IOB Official Website | Check Website |
How to Apply
1
Read the official notification carefully and confirm your eligibility.
2
Keep your documents, photo, signature and details ready.
3
Apply through the official website.
4
Pay the application fee if applicable and submit the form.
5
Take a printout/confirmation for future reference.
Important Note
Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official notification and website before applying.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IOB LBO Syllabus 2026?
The IOB LBO Syllabus 2026 covers four sections: Reasoning and Computer Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, Data Analysis and Interpretation, and English Knowledge, as tested in the Online Examination for the Local Bank Officer post.
What is the exam pattern for IOB LBO 2026?
The IOB LBO 2026 Online Exam consists of 140 objective-type questions for 200 marks, to be completed in 3 hours across four sections with sectional timing, followed by an LPT (where applicable) and a Personal Interview.
How many questions are asked in the IOB LBO exam?
A total of 140 objective-type questions are asked in the IOB LBO Online Examination, distributed across four sections.
Is there negative marking in the IOB LBO exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer in the Online Examination. There is no penalty for questions left unattempted.
What is LPT and is it compulsory for IOB LBO?
LPT stands for Language Proficiency Test. It is compulsory only for candidates who have not studied the local language of the applied state as a subject in Class 10 or Class 12; other candidates are exempt.