Bank of Baroda Office Assistant Recruitment 2026: Official Syllabus & Exam Pattern

The Bank of Baroda (BOB) has officially announced the recruitment drive for 500 Office Assistant (Peon) positions in 2026. Aspiring candidates looking to join this prestigious institution must familiarize themselves with the rigorous selection process and the 10th-standard level curriculum to ensure success. With the Mains exam scheduled for 22nd March 2026 (Sunday), early preparation is essential.

BOB Office Assistant Selection Process

The selection for the Office Assistant (Peon) role is a multi-stage process designed to test both aptitude and linguistic competence. Below is the breakdown of the stages involved:

• Online Examination
• Online Mains Examination
• Local Vernacular Language Test

Bank of Baroda Office Assistant Syllabus & Exam Highlights

Candidates should note that all exams are conducted in an online mode. The questions are based on a 10th-standard level of difficulty. Below is a detailed overview of the recruitment framework:

Field	Details
Exam Conducting Body	Bank of Baroda (BOB)
Post Name	Office Assistant (Peon)
Vacancies	500
Selection Process	Online Exam (Scoring) Online Mains Exam Language Proficiency Test (Qualifying)
Category	Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Bank of Baroda Office Assistant (Peon) Mains Exam Date	22nd March 2026
Mode of Exam	Online
Total No. of Questions	Prelims – 75 Mains – 100
Total Marks	Prelims – 75 Mains – 100
Duration of Exam	Prelims – 60 minutes with sectional timing Mains – 80 minutes with sectional timing
Level of Exam	10th standard
Negative Marking	0.25 Mark
Exam Language	English + Local Language (as per the state applied for)

Exam Pattern: Prelims and Mains

Understanding the structure of the exams is key to effective time management. Refer to the tables below for the breakdown of subjects and sectional timings.

BOB Office Assistant (Peon) Mains Exam Pattern Summary

• 100 objective-type questions
• 100 total marks
• 80 minutes total duration
• 20 minutes sectional timing
• 1 mark for each correct answer
• 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer

Subjects	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Knowledge of the English Language	25	25	20 minutes
General Awareness	25	25	20 minutes
Elementary Arithmetic	25	25	20 minutes
Psychometric Test (Reasoning)	25	25	20 minutes
Total	100	100	80 minutes

Strategic Resources

To maximize your preparation efficiency, ensure you utilize the following resources:

• Bank of Baroda Office Assistant (Peon) Mains Exam Date
• Bank of Baroda Peon Mains Result 2026 - Click to Check
• Bank of Baroda Office Assistant Peon Salary 2026 – Click to Check
• Bank of Baroda Office Assistant Previous Year Question Papers - Click to download

Local Language Proficiency

Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the state they are applying for. The table below outlines the language requirements by region:

States/UT	Local Language
Andhra Pradesh	Telugu, Urdu
Assam	Assamese, Bengali, Bodo
Bihar	Hindi, Urdu
Chandigarh	Hindi, Punjabi
Chhattisgarh	Hindi

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the exam date for the Bank of Baroda Office Assistant Mains?

The Bank of Baroda Office Assistant (Peon) Mains exam is scheduled to be held on 22nd March 2026 (Sunday).

Is there any negative marking in the exam?

Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer provided in the examination.

How many total vacancies are available for the Peon position?

There are a total of 500 vacancies for the Office Assistant (Peon) position at the Bank of Baroda.

What is the duration of the Mains exam?

The Mains exam has a total duration of 80 minutes, with specific sectional timings allocated for each subject.