The Reserve Bank of India Services Board (RBISB) has released the Phase-I Admit Card / Call Letter for the Direct Recruitment of Officers in Grade ‘B’ (General/DEPR/DSIM) Cadres for the Panel Year 2026. Under Advertisement Number (Advt No.) RBISB/DA/01/2026-27, a total of 60 vacancies were announced. Candidates who successfully applied online between 29 April 2026 and 20 May 2026 can now download their admit cards. All enrolled candidates are strongly advised to download their Phase-I Exam call letters to check their exam city, shift timings, and center details before the scheduled examination dates (13 and 14 June 2026).
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 Details
| Important Dates | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 29 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 20 May 2026 (till 06:00 PM) |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Phase-I Exam Date (General) | 13 June 2026 |
| Phase-II Exam Date (General) | 25 July 2026 |
| Phase-I Exam Date (DEPR/DSIM) | 14 June 2026 |
| Phase-II Exam Date (DEPR/DSIM) | 26 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 05 June 2026 |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm exact shift schedules and examination centers from the Reserve Bank of India official website.
| Application Fee | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 850/- (+ 18% GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹ 100/- (+ 18% GST) (Intimation Charges Only) |
| RBI Staff Candidates | Nil |
| Payment Mode | Pay the Examination Fee through Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets, or UPI. |
Reserve Bank of India Recruitment 2026: Age Limit as on 01 April 2026
- Minimum Age: 21 Years.
- Maximum Age: 30 Years.
- (Candidate must have been born not earlier than April 02, 1996, and not later than April 01, 2005).
- Age Relaxation Extra as per RBI Recruitment Rules: Up to 5 years for SC/ST, up to 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), up to 10-15 years for PwBD candidates, and specific relaxations for candidates possessing M.Phil. (32 years) and Ph.D. (34 years) qualifications or prior banking experience.
RBI Grade B Vacancy Details 2026 : Total 60 Posts
| Post Name | GEN/UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General | 16 | 4 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 40 |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 10 |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
Post Name and Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria (As on 01/04/2026) |
|---|---|
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General Cadre | • Graduation in any discipline / Equivalent technical or professional qualification with a minimum of 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). • OR Post-Graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 55% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD) in aggregate of all semesters/years. |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR Cadre | • Master’s Degree in Economics / Quantitative Economics / Mathematical Economics / Integrated Economics Course / Finance (or related fields) with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). • Desirable: A Doctorate Degree in Economics or research/teaching experience. |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM Cadre | • Master’s Degree with a minimum of 55% marks in Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Mathematical Economics / Econometrics / Statistics & Informatics / Data Science / AI / ML / Big Data Analytics. • OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 60% marks in similar disciplines. (50% marks for SC/ST/PwBD in all qualifications). |
Mode of Selection Process
The selection process for the RBI Grade B Officer 2026 will consist of the following stages:
- Phase-I: Online Examination (Objective Type).
- Phase-II: Online / Written Examination (Objective & Descriptive Type).
- Psychometric / Personality Assessment: Conducted before the interview.
- Phase-III: Personal Interview (75 Marks).
- Document Verification & Medical Examination.
Reserve Bank of India Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026
General Cadre – Phase I Exam Pattern (120 Minutes, 200 Marks)
| Subject | Duration | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | Sectional Timing Applies | 200 Total |
| English Language | Sectional Timing Applies | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Sectional Timing Applies | |
| Reasoning | Sectional Timing Applies |
General Cadre – Phase II Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Type | Time | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Economic and Social Issues (ESI) | 50% Objective, 50% Descriptive | 120 Minutes | 100 |
| Paper-II | English (Writing Skills) | Descriptive (Keyboard Typing) | 90 Minutes | 100 |
| Paper-III | General Finance and Management | 50% Objective, 50% Descriptive | 120 Minutes | 100 |
| (Note: DEPR and DSIM cadres have specialized syllabus focusing on Economics and Statistics respectively. Refer to the official notification for deep subject-wise breakdowns). |
How To Apply Online for Reserve Bank of India Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the Reserve Bank of India / Grade B Officer post can submit their application online before 20 May 2026. Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
- Step 1: Visit the official RBI website (www.rbi.org.in) and navigate to “Opportunities@RBI” > “Current Vacancies” > “Vacancies”.
- Step 2: Click on the hyperlink “Online Application Form” for Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) General/DEPR/DSIM – 2026.
- Step 3: Click on “Click here for New Registration” and enter your basic details (Name, Contact, Email ID) to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Step 4: Carefully fill out the detailed application form including educational qualifications, category, and preferences for examination centers.
- Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph (20kb-50kb), signature in black ink (10kb-20kb), left thumb impression (20kb-50kb), and a specific handwritten declaration (50kb-100kb) as per guidelines.
- Step 6: Use the “SAVE AND NEXT” facility to verify all details before making the final submission, as changes cannot be made afterward (except during the brief edit window).
- Step 7: Pay the required Application Fee / Intimation Charges via online payment gateways.
- Step 8: Submit the application and print the e-Receipt and the final online Application Form for future reference.
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| Important Links | Direct Links |
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Important Questions about RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 (FAQ)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026? Ans: The last date to submit the online application and pay the application fee is 20 May 2026 (till 06:00 PM).
Q2: How many total vacancies are announced in the RBI Grade B 2026 Notification? Ans: A total of 60 vacancies have been announced. This includes 40 posts for General Cadre, 10 posts for DEPR Cadre, and 10 posts for DSIM Cadre.
Q3: What is the age limit required for RBI Grade B Officer posts? Ans: Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as of 01 April 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) and candidates with M.Phil/Ph.D. as per government rules.
Q4: Can final-year graduation students apply for the RBI Grade B (General) post? Ans: Candidates must have completed their Graduation or Post-Graduation with the required minimum percentage (60% for UR/OBC/EWS, 50% for SC/ST/PwBD) as of the cut-off date, which is 01 April 2026.
Q5: What is the application fee for the RBI Grade B Exam? Ans: General, OBC, and EWS candidates must pay ₹ 850/- (plus 18% GST). SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are required to pay only the intimation charges of ₹ 100/- (plus 18% GST). RBI staff candidates are exempted from the fee.
Q6: What is the selection process for the RBI Grade B 2026? Ans: The selection involves three main phases: Phase-I (Online Objective Examination), Phase-II (Online/Written Descriptive & Objective Examination), and Phase-III (Interview carrying 75 marks).
