RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026

RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 – Complete Guide

About the Recruitment

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued the official notification for the RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026. This prestigious recruitment offers 60 officer‑level posts across three streams – General, DEPR (Department of Economic Research) and DSIM (Department of Statistics & Information Management). Selected candidates will enjoy a high salary, excellent job security and opportunities to work in various RBI departments nationwide.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Application Fee

Age Limit

Educational Qualification

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Phase‑I (Preliminary) – Objective Test

• General Knowledge
• Reasoning
• English
• Mathematics

Phase‑II (Mains) – Descriptive + Objective

• Economic & Social Issues (ESI)
• Finance
• English (Descriptive)

How to Apply

Follow these steps on the official RBI website:

• Visit the RBI recruitment portal.
• Register using a valid email address and mobile number.
• Fill in the online application form with personal, educational and category details.
• Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, certificates).
• Pay the applicable application fee online.
• Submit the application and note down the confirmation number.

Why Join RBI?

• Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• High job security as a central government institution.
• Opportunities for rapid career growth and postings across India.
• Exposure to national and international monetary policy formulation.

Preparation Tips

• Stay updated with current affairs, especially economic news.
• Practice objective mock tests for GK, Reasoning, English and Maths.
• Enhance writing skills for the descriptive part of Phase‑II.
• Review basic concepts of economics, finance and statistics relevant to each stream.

Official Links

• Reserve Bank of India Official Website
• Official Notification (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the total number of posts? 60 officer posts (General – 40, DEPR – 10, DSIM – 10).
• What is the basic pay for RBI Grade B officers? ₹78,450 per month.
• When does the online application close? 20 May 2026, 6 PM.
• What are the age limits? Minimum 21 years, maximum 30 years (relaxation as per RBI rules).
• What is the eligibility for the DEPR stream? Post‑graduation in Economics or Finance.
• What is the fee for SC/ST/PwD candidates? ₹100 plus GST.
• When are the Phase‑I exams scheduled? 13 June 2026 for General, 14 June 2026 for DEPR & DSIM.
• How many stages are there in the selection process? Four stages – Prelims, Mains, Interview, Document Verification.
• Where can I download the official notification? From the RBI official website’s recruitment page.
• What subjects are covered in Phase‑II? Economic & Social Issues, Finance, and English (descriptive).

Conclusion

The RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 presents a lucrative career avenue for graduates and post‑graduates aspiring to serve in India’s apex banking institution. With clear eligibility criteria, a transparent selection process and competitive remuneration, candidates should commence their preparation early and submit their applications before the 20 May deadline. For the latest updates, regularly visit the RBI official portal and stay tuned to Jobs.AsomLive for related job alerts.

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