Reserve Bank of India
— Reserve Bank of India
Overview of RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the official notification (Ref: RBISB/DA/01/2026-27) for the recruitment of Officers in Grade B (General, DEPR, and DSIM). This central banking institution is offering a total of 60 vacancies for qualified professionals. Interested candidates may submit their applications via the official RBI portal.
Vacancy Distribution
| Post/Stream | Total Seats |
|---|
| Grade B (General) | 40 |
| DEPR | 10 |
| DSIM | 10 |
Eligibility Criteria for RBI Grade B 2026
- Grade B (General): Graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD).
- DEPR: Master's degree in Economics or Finance with at least 55% marks.
- DSIM: Master's degree in Statistics or Mathematics with at least 55% marks.
Note: Educational qualifications will be evaluated as of 2026-04-01.
Age Limit (as on 2026-04-01)
The standard age limit for all candidates is 21 to 30 years. Candidates holding an M.Phil degree may apply up to 32 years, and Ph.D. holders up to 34 years. Standard age relaxations apply for reserved categories (OBC/SC/ST) as per government guidelines.
Important Recruitment Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|
| Online Application Start | 2026-04-29 |
| Online Application Closing | 2026-05-20 |
| Phase I Exam (General) | 2026-06-13 |
| Phase II Exam (General) | 2026-07-25 |
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹850 + 18% GST
- SC/ST/PwBD: ₹100 + 18% GST
- RBI Staff: Nil
Selection Process
The selection is conducted in three stages: Phase I (Prelims - Objective Screening), Phase II (Mains - Objective and Descriptive), and Phase III (Interview - 75 marks). Final selection depends on aggregate scores from the Mains and Interview stages.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official RBI careers portal.
- Navigate to the 'Vacancies' section and select 'Direct Recruitment for the Posts of Officers in Grade B'.
- Complete the registration process and fill in personal and academic details.
- Pay the application fee via Debit/Credit card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Review all entered data and submit the final application form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a 60% aggregate in graduation mandatory for all?
Yes, for the General stream, candidates must hold a degree with at least 60% marks, unless they belong to SC, ST, or PwBD categories, for whom the minimum requirement is 50%.
What is the limit for the number of attempts for the Phase I examination?
General category candidates are restricted to a maximum of six attempts. No such limit exists for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories.
Apply online at the official RBI vacancies website by completing registration and fee payment.
