Bank of Baroda Job for Office Assistant Peon 2025 : Notification Out
Introduction
Bank of Baroda is inviting online applications for the recruitment of Office Assistant (Peon) on a regular basis in the subordinate cadre. The online registration starts on 03.05.2025 and the last date for submission of applications and payment of fees is 23.05.2025. Applicants must regularly check the Bank’s website for any updates or revisions. Please note: merely appearing in the online test or being provisionally shortlisted will not guarantee employment. Candidates must satisfy all eligibility criteria and produce the required documents at the time of joining.
Key Dates & Communication
| Detail | Date/Information |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start | 03 May 2025 |
| Last Date for Submission & Fee Payment | 23 May 2025 |
| Apply Online | https://ibpsonline.ibps.in/bobapr25/ |
| Important Notice | All correspondence will be sent by email only using the email ID provided in the online application. |
| Regular Updates | Check the Bank’s website under “Current Opportunities.” |
Candidates are advised to keep their email ID active throughout the process and download the acknowledgement receipt after fee payment.
State-wise Vacancy & Reservation Details
The Bank has published the state-wise vacancies and applicable reservations for the post. The vacancy numbers are as per the notification and the “Grand Total” row reflects the overall numbers.
| State | No. of Vacancies | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | OC | HI | VI | ID | EXS | DISXS/DXS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 22 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Assam | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bihar | 23 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| Chandigarh (UT) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chhattisgarh | 12 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli (UT) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Daman and Diu (UT) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Delhi (UT) | 10 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Goa | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gujarat | 80 | 5 | 12 | 21 | 8 | 34 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 3 |
| Haryana | 11 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jharkhand | 10 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Karnataka | 31 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 |
| Kerala | 19 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 16 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Maharashtra | 29 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 |
| Manipur | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nagaland | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Odisha | 17 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Punjab | 14 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Rajasthan | 46 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 4 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 2 |
| Tamil Nadu | 24 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| Telangana | 13 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 83 | 17 | 0 | 22 | 8 | 36 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 3 |
| Uttarakhand | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| West Bengal | 14 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Grand Total | 500 | 65 | 33 | 108 | 42 | 252 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 97 | 12 |
The “Grand Total” row shows that overall 500 vacancies have been allocated along with reservation details as per the guidance.
Position Details & Eligibility Criteria
Position Details
| Post | Office Assistant (Peon) |
|---|---|
| No. of Vacancies | 500 |
| Minimum Education | Passed 10th Standard (SSC/Matriculation) or equivalent |
| Language Proficiency | Must be able to read, write, and speak the local language of the State/UT for which the candidate is applying. |
Roles & Responsibilities:
The selected candidate will be responsible for performing all normal and routine duties of the subordinate staff cadre. No special pay is payable for these duties; however, the candidate may also be assigned additional work from time to time in line with the Bank’s Bi-Partite Settlement process.
Scale of Pay & Emoluments
The scale of pay is subject to periodic amendments. The tentative pay matrix for the Office Assistant (Peon) posts is as follows:
| Pay Level | Monthly Basic Pay (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Level 1 | 19,500 |
| Level 2 | 22,160 |
| Level 3 | 26,310 |
| Level 4 | 30,270 |
| Level 5 | 33,780 |
| Level 6 | 37,815 |
In addition to the basic pay, the selected candidate will be entitled to allowances including DA, HRA, CCA, Special Allowance, Transport Allowance, Leave Fare Concession, Group Medical Insurance, and other benefits as per the Bank’s policies and the prevailing Bipartite Settlement.
Age Eligibility
Candidates must meet the following age criteria as on 01.05.2025:
| Age Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age (General/EWS) | 26 years (Born not earlier than 01.05.1999 and not later than 01.05.2007) |
| Maximum Age (Relaxation for SC/ST) | Up to 5 years relaxation (subject to submission of relevant certificate) |
| Maximum Age (Relaxation for OBC Non-Creamy Layer) | Up to 3 years relaxation (with valid non-creamy layer certificate) |
| Maximum Age (PwBD Candidates) | Up to 10 years relaxation (with appropriate disability certificate) |
| Maximum Age (Ex-Servicemen / Disabled Ex-Servicemen) | Service period rendered + 3 years (8 years for Disabled Ex-Servicemen belonging to SC/ST), subject to a maximum age limit of 50 years |
Candidates seeking age relaxations must submit the necessary original certificates at the time of document verification.
Application Fee & Intimation Charges
The application fee is payable online at the time of filling in the application. The fee structure is as follows:
| Candidate Category | Application Fee + Taxes + Payment Gateway Charges |
|---|---|
| General, EWS & OBC | Rs. 600/- |
| SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen (EXS), Disabled EXS & Women | Rs. 100/- |
Bank transaction charges will be borne by the candidate. Ensure that the fee is paid by the last date to avoid disqualification.
Pre-Examination Training
Pre-examination training for SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates is arranged online free of cost by the Bank. Candidates who wish to avail of this training must indicate so in the online application. No separate request will be entertained thereafter.
Location of Posting & Probation
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location of Posting | Assigned as per the Bank’s requirements in the respective State/UT. |
| Probation Period | 6 months active service from the date of joining; confirmation will be after successful completion. |
Structure of the Online Examination
The tentative structure of the online test is as follows:
| Section | Test Name | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Medium (as applicable) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Knowledge of English Language | 25 | 25 | English | 20 minutes |
| 2 | General Awareness | 25 | 25 | English | 20 minutes |
| 3 | Elementary Arithmetic | 25 | 25 | English/Hindi/Official Language of the State/UT | 20 minutes |
| 4 | Psychometric Test (Reasoning) | 25 | 25 | English | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 80 minutes |
Each wrong answer will incur a penalty of 0.25 marks. Candidates must obtain the minimum qualifying score in each section and overall to move on to subsequent stages.
Examination Centers
The online test will be conducted at multiple examination centers across India. Some of the prominent centers include (but are not limited to):
- Agartala, Dehradun, Indore, Leh, Puducherry, Udaipur (Rajasthan), Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Delhi, Mumbai/Navi Mumbai/Thane, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and more.
No requests for a change in the center will be entertained. The Bank reserves the right to add or cancel centers as needed.
Important Instructions & Guidelines
| Instruction | Details |
|---|---|
| Accuracy of Information | All details in the online application must match the original certificates. No changes are permitted after submission. |
| Single Application Rule | Only one online application per candidate is permitted. Duplicate applications from the same mobile number will result in disqualification. |
| Document Upload | Scanned copies (in PDF/JPEG format) of all required documents must be uploaded as per the specifications (A4 size, under 500 KB for documents; photograph and signature as per prescribed pixel dimensions). |
| Acknowledgment | Print and securely retain the system-generated application confirmation for future reference and during document verification. |
| Contact Details | Ensure that your email and mobile number remain active until the entire recruitment process is complete. |
| No Offline Applications | Only online applications submitted through the designated website (www.bankofbaroda.co.in) will be accepted. |
| Payment of Fees | Application fees must be paid online via the specified payment gateway. Transaction charges, if any, are borne by the candidate. |
| Reporting Instructions | Read the call letter carefully. Bring the online call letter, a photocopy of your valid photo ID, and one additional photograph to the examination. |
| Disciplinary Measures | Any misconduct or sharing of test content will lead to immediate disqualification from the current and future tests. |
Candidates are advised to follow all instructions meticulously to avoid any penalties or cancellation of candidature.
Final Selection & Appointment Process
| Stage | Procedure / Details |
|---|---|
| Merit List Preparation | Candidates’ overall scores (from the online test and any additional marks for experience) will form the basis of the merit list. In the event of a tie, higher written marks and seniority by age will be considered. |
| Medical & Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates must pass a comprehensive medical examination and produce all the required original documents during the verification stage. |
| Issuance of Appointment Letters | Final appointment orders and joining instructions will be sent to candidates via their registered email and mobile number. |
Final selection is provisional and subject to document verification. An offer of employment is not guaranteed by merely applying or appearing for the test.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the total number of vacancies for Office Assistant (Peon)?
The Bank has a total of 500 vacancies as per the state-wise vacancy distribution.
What are the eligibility criteria for applying?
Candidates must have passed the 10th standard (SSC/Matriculation) or equivalent. They should be between 18 and 26 years old (with relaxations available for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD, etc.) and must be proficient in the local language of the State or UT where they are applying.
What is the pay scale for this post?
The scale of pay is as per the Bank’s regular remuneration system. The tentative pay matrix includes levels with monthly basic pays ranging from approximately Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 37,815, along with various allowances and benefits.
How will the online test be conducted?
The online test comprises four sections covering English language, general awareness, elementary arithmetic, and psychometric reasoning. The test carries a total of 100 marks and is to be completed in 80 minutes.
What are the application fee details?
Application fees are as follows:
- For General, EWS & OBC candidates: Rs. 600 plus applicable taxes and payment gateway charges.
- For SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-servicemen & Women candidates: Rs. 100 plus applicable taxes and payment gateway charges.
What documents must be submitted?
Candidates must upload original and attested copies of academic certificates, age proof, caste/category certificate (if applicable), and other documents as specified via the online portal. Additionally, photograph and signature must be uploaded as per the given specifications.
What is the procedure for online application?
Candidates are required to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) on the designated portal, fill out their profile in the six prescribed steps, upload the required documents and scanned images, pay the application fee online, and then download the acknowledgment for future reference.
Will there be pre-examination training?
Yes. Pre-examination training for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates will be conducted online free of cost. Interested candidates must indicate their interest in the application.
How long is the probation period if selected?
Selected candidates will undergo a probation period of 6 months of active service before confirmation.
