The Reserve Bank of India Services Board (RBISB) has officially released Advertisement No. RBISB/DA/01/2026-27 announcing 60 vacancies for the prestigious post of Officers in Grade ‘B’ (Direct Recruit) across three cadres — General (40), DEPR (10), and DSIM (10). This is one of the most sought-after banking and finance jobs in India, offering a revised gross monthly salary of ₹1,54,936/-. Candidates must be graduates aged between 21 to 30 years (as on 1 April 2026). The online application process is active from 29 April 2026 and closes on 20 May 2026 at 6:00 PM at the official website opportunities.rbi.org.in. Phase I exam is scheduled for 13–14 June 2026.
Recruitment Overview
Here is a quick summary of RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Advertisement No. | RBISB/DA/01/2026-27 |
| Post Name | Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General / DEPR / DSIM |
| Total Vacancies | 60 |
| Employment Type | Permanent (Probation 2 Years) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹850/- + GST (Gen/OBC/EWS) | ₹100/- + GST (SC/ST/PwBD) | Nil (RBI Staff) |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 Years (as on 01 April 2026) |
| Qualification | Graduation min. 60% / PG min. 55% (General) |
| Selection Process | Phase I (Prelims) → Phase II (Mains) → Interview |
| Probation Period | 2 Years |
| Gross Monthly Salary | ₹1,54,936/- (approx.) |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹78,450/- per month |
| Official Website | rbi.org.in / opportunities.rbi.org.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 28 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 May 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Edit/Correction Window | 2 days after closing (dates TBA) |
| Application Form Print Last Date | 5 June 2026 |
| Phase I Admit Card | June 2026 |
| Phase I Exam – General | 13 June 2026 |
| Phase I Exam – DEPR/DSIM | 14 June 2026 |
| Phase II Exam – General | 25 July 2026 |
| Phase II Exam – DEPR/DSIM | 26 July 2026 |
| Interview Date | To be Announced |
| Result Date | To be Announced |
Vacancy Details – Category & Cadre Wise
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total | PwBD-A | PwBD-C | PwBD-D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General | 16 | 4 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 40 | – | 1 | 1 |
| Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 10 | – | – | – |
| Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | – | 10 | 1 | – | – |
| Total | 24 | 6 | 14 | 11 | 5 | 60 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Educational Qualification
| Post/Cadre | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General | Graduation in any discipline with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) OR Post-Graduation with minimum 55% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD) from a recognized university. CA/CS/ICWA also eligible. |
| Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR | Master’s Degree (MA/MSc) in Economics or Finance with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). Desirable: Doctorate in Economics or research/teaching experience. |
| Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM | Master’s Degree with min. 55% marks in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, AI/ML, Big Data Analytics or equivalent OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree with min. 60% marks in relevant field. Desirable: Doctorate in related subjects. |
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 21 to 30 Years (born between 2 April 1996 – 1 April 2005) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Up to 33 Years (3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | Up to 35 Years (5 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – General/EWS | Up to 40 Years (10 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – OBC | Up to 43 Years (13 years relaxation) |
| PwBD – SC/ST | Up to 45 Years (15 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Up to 5 years relaxation |
| Bank Officers (Scheduled Commercial Banks, PSU Insurance, AIFI) | Up to 3 years relaxation (max age 33 years) |
| M.Phil. holders | Up to 32 Years |
| Ph.D. holders | Up to 34 Years |
Age calculated as on 1 April 2026.
Number of Attempts
| Category | Attempts Allowed |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | Maximum 6 attempts |
| SC / ST / OBC / PwBD | No limit (subject to age limit) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850/- + 18% GST |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹100/- + 18% GST (Intimation Charges only) |
| RBI Staff | Nil |
Payment Mode: Online only — Debit Card (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard), Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, UPI, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets.
Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Salary & Benefits
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹78,450/- per month |
| Pay Scale | ₹78,450 – 4,050(9) – 1,14,900 – EB – 4,050(2) – 1,23,000 – 4,650(4) – 1,41,600 (16 years) |
| Gross Monthly Salary | ₹1,54,936/- (approx.) |
| HRA | 15% of Basic Pay (if Bank accommodation not provided) |
| Other Allowances | Special Allowance, Grade Allowance, DA, Local Compensatory Allowance, Learning Allowance, Night Shift Allowance |
| Medical | Free dispensary + OPD/Hospitalization reimbursement |
| Accommodation | Bank accommodation at select centres |
| Loans | Concessional interest rates for housing, vehicle, education, consumer articles |
| Leave Fare | Once in 2 years for self, spouse, and eligible dependents |
| Pension | NPS (New Pension Scheme) + Gratuity |
| Advance Increments | Up to 4 increments for exceptional qualifications/experience |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Phase I | Online Examination (Objective) – 200 marks, 120 minutes |
| Phase II | Online Examination (Objective + Descriptive) – 300 marks |
| Interview | 75 marks |
| Personality Assessment | Pre-Interview (no marks, not in final merit) |
| Final Merit | Phase II marks + Interview marks |
Exam Pattern – Phase I (General Cadre)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 80 | 80 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 |
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Reasoning | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Duration: 120 minutes. Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
Exam Pattern – Phase II (General Cadre)
| Paper | Type | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I – Economic & Social Issues | 50% Objective + 50% Descriptive | 100 | 120 Minutes |
| Paper II – English (Writing Skills) | Descriptive (Typed) | 100 | 90 Minutes |
| Paper III – General Finance & Management | 50% Objective + 50% Descriptive | 100 | 120 Minutes |
| Grand Total | 300 |
Note: All papers bilingual (Hindi/English) except Paper II (English only). Descriptive answers are typed on keyboard in exam hall.
Phase I & II Exam Centres – Gujarat
For Gujarat candidates, the following exam centres are available for both Phase I and Phase II:
Phase I: Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Anand/Vadodara, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat/Bardoli
Phase II: Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Vadodara/Anand
Candidates can choose up to 4 preferred centres for each phase separately in the online application form.
How to Apply – Step by Step
- Visit the official RBI website: rbi.org.in → Opportunities@RBI → Current Vacancies → Vacancies
- Click on the RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 link and select “Apply Online”
- Click “Click here for New Registration” — Enter name, contact details, and email ID
- Note down the Provisional Registration Number and Password received via email/SMS
- Log in and fill the complete application form with personal and educational details
- Upload scanned photograph (4.5cm × 3.5cm), signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration
- Preview all details carefully and proceed to fee payment
- Pay ₹850/- + GST (Gen/OBC/EWS) or ₹100/- + GST (SC/ST/PwBD) via online mode
- Submit the form and download the system-generated e-Receipt
- Print the application form for future reference (printing available up to 5 June 2026)
⚠️ Only online applications accepted. No other mode of application is valid.
Documents Required
- Graduation/Post-Graduation degree & marksheets (all semesters)
- CGPA to percentage conversion certificate (if applicable)
- Category Certificate — SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD (in prescribed format)
- OBC-NCL certificate based on FY 2025-26, 2024-25 & 2023-24 income (issued after 1 April 2026)
- EWS certificate valid for FY 2026-27 (based on FY 2025-26 income)
- Identity Proof — Aadhaar / PAN Card / Passport
- Passport-size photograph & signature
- Left thumb impression on white paper
- Handwritten declaration in English (own handwriting, black ink)
- Experience certificate (if claiming age relaxation for bank officers)
- Disability certificate via Swavlamban/UDID portal (if PwBD)
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FAQ Section
Q1. What is the last date to apply for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for RBI Grade B 2026 is 20 May 2026 at 6:00 PM. Applications must be submitted at opportunities.rbi.org.in. After the closing date, a 2-day edit window will be available for corrections on payment of ₹200/-.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026?
RBI has announced a total of 60 vacancies under Advertisement No. RBISB/DA/01/2026-27 — General Cadre (40), DEPR (10), and DSIM (10), distributed across UR (24), EWS (6), OBC (14), SC (11), and ST (5) categories.
Q3. What is the salary of an RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026?
The revised gross monthly salary is approximately ₹1,54,936/-. The starting basic pay is ₹78,450/- per month, plus Special Allowance, HRA (15% of pay), DA, Grade Allowance, and other perquisites as per RBI rules.
Q4. What is the educational qualification for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026?
For the General cadre, candidates need a graduation degree with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) or post-graduation with minimum 55% marks. DEPR cadre requires Master’s in Economics/Finance with 55% marks, and DSIM cadre requires Master’s in Statistics/Data Science/AI/ML with 55% marks.
Q5. What is the age limit for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 21 to 30 years as on 1 April 2026. Relaxation is available: OBC – 3 years, SC/ST – 5 years, PwBD (General/EWS) – 10 years, Ph.D. holders – 4 years additional relaxation in upper age limit.
Q6. What is the application fee for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026?
For General, OBC, and EWS candidates the fee is ₹850/- + 18% GST. For SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, only intimation charges of ₹100/- + 18% GST apply. RBI Staff candidates are exempt from payment.
Q7. What is the selection process for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026?
Selection is through a 3-stage process: Phase I — Online Objective Exam (200 marks), Phase II — Online Objective + Descriptive Exam (300 marks), followed by a Personal Interview (75 marks). Final merit is based on Phase II + Interview marks combined.
Q8. Is there negative marking in RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer in the objective questions of both Phase I and Phase II.
Q9. What is the Phase I exam date for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026?
Phase I exam for the General cadre is scheduled on 13 June 2026, and for the DEPR and DSIM cadres on 14 June 2026. Phase II exams will be held on 25 July 2026 (General) and 26 July 2026 (DEPR/DSIM).
Q10. How many attempts are allowed for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026?
General and EWS category candidates can appear for a maximum of 6 attempts in their lifetime. There is no attempt limit for SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates, subject to the upper age limit.
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