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Notice: RBI/RBISB/2026/02 • Official Portal: rbi.org.in
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 291 Officers in Gr B (DR) Posts at rbi.org.in
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Reserve Bank of India Career Notification: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) invites applications for recruitment to 291 Officers in Grade ‘B’ (Direct Recruit) vacancies across General, DEPR, and DSIM disciplines.
Quick Overview
| Recruiting Bank | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Post Designation | Officers in Grade ‘B’ (General / DEPR / DSIM) |
| Total Vacancies | 291 Officers (General: 222, DEPR: 38, DSIM: 31) |
| Application Mode | Online Registration via rbi.org.in |
| Starting Basic Pay | Rs. 55,200/- per month (Grade B Scale) |
| Total Emoluments | Approx. Rs. 1,16,684/- per month + Bank Quarters |
Important Dates & Schedule
| Event / Milestone | Official Schedule |
|---|---|
| Online Application Window | September 20 to October 15, 2026 |
| Phase-I Online Examination (General) | November 14, 2026 |
| Phase-II Online Examination (General) | December 19, 2026 |
| Phase-I & II Examination (DEPR/DSIM) | November 28, 2026 |
Vacancy Details & Post Breakdown
| Post Designation | Pay Matrix / Scale | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General | Direct Recruit Officer | 222 Posts |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR | Economic & Policy Research | 38 Posts |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM | Statistics & Information Management | 31 Posts |
Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
| Officers Grade B (General) | Graduation in any discipline / Equivalent technical or professional qualification with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) OR Post-Graduation / Master’s Degree with minimum 55% marks. |
| Officers Grade B (DEPR) | Master’s Degree in Economics / Econometrics / Quantitative Economics / Mathematical Economics / Integrated Economics with minimum 55% marks. |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 years as of September 1, 2026. Upper age limit is 32 years for M.Phil and 34 years for Ph.D. candidates. |
Pay Scale & Allowances
Selected Grade B Officers draw starting basic pay of Rs. 55,200/- p.m. in the scale of Rs. 55200-2850(9)-80850-EB-2850(2)-86550-3300(4)-99750. At present, initial monthly gross emoluments are around Rs. 1,16,684/-. In addition, Bank’s accommodation, dispensary facilities, newspaper allowance, book grant, and concessional interest loans are provided.
Selection Process & Examination Pattern
- Phase-I Online Examination: Objective test (200 marks): General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning.
- Phase-II Online Examination: Three papers (300 marks): Economic & Social Issues (ESI), English Writing Skills (Descriptive), and Finance & Management (FM).
- Phase-III Personal Interview: Interview carrying 75 marks conducted by the RBI Services Board in Mumbai.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official RBI website at rbi.org.in and navigate to Opportunities@RBI.
- Click on Current Vacancies -> Vacancies -> Recruitment for Officers in Grade ‘B’.
- Click ‘Online Application Form’ to open the IBPS candidate portal.
- Complete registration with contact details and upload photo and signature.
- Pay the online application fee of Rs. 850 (Rs. 100 for SC/ST/PwBD).
- Submit and retain a printed copy of the confirmation receipt.
Official Links & Direct Actions
| Document / Action Link | Direct URL / Action |
|---|---|
| RBI Grade B 2026 Notification PDF | Download PDF → |
| RBI Grade B Online Application Link | Apply Online → |
| Detailed Exam Pattern & Syllabus | View Pattern → |
| Opportunities@RBI Portal | Visit Portal → |