The Reserve Bank of India Services Board has released the official notification for the RBI Officers Grade B Recruitment 2026. Applications are open for 60 Officer vacancies in Grade ‘B’ (Direct Recruit) across multiple cadres. Candidates can submit their applications online starting 29th April 2026 until 20th May 2026. Access further details via the official website at www.rbi.org.in.
This recruitment (Advertisement No. RBISB/DA/01/2026-27) covers General, DEPR, and DSIM cadres. Review the complete notification and annexures for details on eligibility, selection stages, and the examination syllabus before applying.
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Commission/Organization Name | Reserve Bank of India Services Board (RBISB), Mumbai |
| Advertisement No. | RBISB/DA/01/2026-27 |
| Post Name | Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) (On Probation) – General / DEPR / DSIM Cadres |
| Department | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Service | General Cadre / DEPR Cadre / DSIM Cadre |
| Total Vacancies | 60 (including PwBD posts) |
| Pay Scale | Starting Basic Pay ₹78,450/- p.m. |
| Application Mode | Online only (via RBI website www.rbi.org.in) |
| Selection Mode | Phase-I Online Examination + Phase-II Online/Written Examination + Interview |
| Mandatory Requirement | Eligibility conditions as of April 01, 2026; valid nationality certificate, where applicable |
| Official Website | www.rbi.org.in |
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 29/04/2026 |
| Opening of Online Application Portal | 29-04-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 20-05-2026 (till 06:00 PM) |
| Correction Window (Edit Window) | 2 days from the closing date of application submission |
| Age Calculated As On | 01-04-2026 |
| Phase-I Exam – General Cadre | 13-06-2026 |
| Phase-I Exam – DEPR / DSIM Cadre | 14-06-2026 |
| Phase-II Exam – General Cadre | 25-07-2026 |
| Phase-II Exam – DEPR / DSIM Cadre | 26-07-2026 |
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 60 vacancies have been announced across three cadres – General, DEPR, and DSIM. The vacancies are distributed as follows:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General Cadre | 40 |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR Cadre | 10 |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM Cadre | 10 |
| Total | 60 |
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) Sub-Category Vacancy
| Sr. No. | Post | PwBD Category A | PwBD Category B | PwBD Category C | PwBD Category D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR | – | – | – | – |
| 3 | Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM | 1 | – | – | – |
Category A: Blindness & Low Vision; B: Deaf & Hard of Hearing; C: Locomotor disability; D: Autism, intellectual disability, specific learning disability, and mental illness.
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as of April 01, 2026. The educational qualification must be from a recognized university or institution.
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Minimum Educational Qualifications (as on April 01, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Officers in 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) |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR | MA/MSc in Economics or related disciplines with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM | Master’s Degree with minimum 55% marks in Statistics/Mathematics/Data Science/AI/ML or Four-year Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 60% marks in the above fields (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) |
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
Candidates must have attained the age of 21 years and must not have attained the age of 30 years as on April 01, 2026. The upper age limit is relaxed for various categories as detailed below.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / EWS | 21 to 30 years (as on 01-04-2026) |
| SC / ST | 5 years relaxation (max 35 years) |
| OBC | 3 years relaxation (max 33 years) |
| PwBD – Gen/EWS | 10 years relaxation (max 40 years) |
| PwBD – OBC | 13 years relaxation (max 43 years) |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years relaxation (max 45 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen / Ex-Bank Employees | 5 years of relaxation |
| Candidates with M.Phil. | Upper age limit 32 years |
| Candidates with a Ph.D. | Upper age limit 34 years |
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
Candidates applying for the post of Officers in Grade ‘B’ are required to pay a non-refundable fee/intimation charges as specified below.
| Category | Charges | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | Intimation Charges only | ₹100/- + 18% GST |
| GEN / OBC / EWS | Application Fee including Intimation Charges | ₹850/- + 18% GST |
| RBI Staff (eligible Staff Candidates) | Nil | Nil |
Bank/Transaction charges are to be borne by the candidate.
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
The selection process consists of Phase I Online Examination, Phase II Online/Written Examination, and an interview. Candidates who qualify Phase I will be shortlisted for Phase II based on aggregate marks.
Selection Stages
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Phase-I Online Examination | General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning |
| Phase-II Online/Written Examination | Subject-specific papers as detailed in the notification |
| Interview | Conducted for shortlisted candidates |
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 – Exam Syllabus
The syllabus includes various subjects relevant to the respective cadres. Detailed information will be provided in the Information Handout available with the Admit Card.
How to Apply for RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026
Click the official apply link below.
Important Instructions for RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Only eligible citizens are eligible to apply; a nationality certificate is required for certain categories.
- No hard copy applications will be accepted – online submission only.
- Recruitment fee/intimation charges are non-refundable.
- Candidates working in Government/PSU/Public Enterprises must inform their employer in writing before applying.
- Mobile phones and all electronic devices are banned inside examination/interview premises.
- Candidates are advised to visit www.rbi.org.in regularly for updates.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Short Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many total openings are there for the RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026?
Ans. There are exactly 60 vacancies available across the General, DEPR, and DSIM cadres for the upcoming RBI Grade B hiring cycle.
Q2. What is the required application fee if I am applying under the General category?
Ans. General, OBC, and EWS applicants need to pay ₹850/- along with an additional 18% GST. Candidates from SC, ST, and PwBD categories only pay a ₹100/- intimation charge plus GST.
Q3. What is the final deadline to submit the online form for this RBI recruitment?
Ans. You must complete and submit your online application by 06:00 PM on 20th May 2026.
Q4. What are the age requirements to become an RBI Grade B Officer?
Ans. Applicants should be between 21 and 30 years old as of April 1, 2026. There are age relaxations available for reserved categories, ex-servicemen, and candidates with advanced degrees.
Q5. Can you explain the selection process for this Grade B Officer role?
Ans. The selection consists of three stages: a Phase-I Online Examination, a Phase-II Online/Written Examination, and a final Interview round.
Q6. Do I need a specific degree to apply for the General cadre positions?
Ans. You can apply with a graduation degree in any discipline as long as you have at least 60% marks (or 50% if you fall under SC, ST, or PwBD categories). Alternatively, a post-graduation degree with 55% marks is also acceptable.
Q7. Where is the direct link to the official 2026 RBI Grade B notification?
Ans. The complete notification (Advertisement No. RBISB/DA/01/2026-27) is available for download on the official website at www.rbi.org.in, or via the Important Links section above.
