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What is RBI Assistant?
RBI Assistant recruits Assistants for Reserve Bank of India offices through a Preliminary exam, a Main exam and a Language Proficiency Test, with office-wise vacancies.
Candidates can apply for only one RBI office and must be proficient in the local language of that state.
- Conducting body
- RBI
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree with at least 50% (pass class for SC/ST/PwBD) and basic computer knowledge
- Age limit
- 20–28 years
- Exam stages
- 3 stages: Preliminary exam, Main exam, Language Proficiency Test
- 2026 vacancies
- 650 vacancies
- Negative marking
- 0.25 marks per wrong answer
RBI Assistant (Panel Year 2025): important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 8 Mar 2026 |
| Preliminary exam | 11 Apr 2026 |
| Main exam | 7 Jun 2026 |
Latest RBI Assistant updates
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How to apply for RBI Assistant
- 1Open the Assistant advertisement on opportunities.rbi.org.in (Current Vacancies)
- 2Register online with your name, mobile number and email
- 3Fill in the form and upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration
- 4Pay the fee online
- 5Submit and print the application
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RBI Assistant eligibility
- Educational qualification
- Bachelor's degree with at least 50% (pass class for SC/ST/PwBD) and basic computer knowledge.
- Age limit
- 20–28 years
- Nationality
- Citizen of India, or other categories as specified in the notification.
Application fee
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹450 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ex-servicemen | ₹50 |
RBI Assistant exam pattern
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary exam | Computer-based test | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
| Main exam | Computer-based test | 200 | 200 | 135 min |
| Language Proficiency Test | Language test | — | — | — |
RBI Assistant syllabus
Preliminary & Main
English
Reading comprehension, Cloze test, Error spotting, Fill in the blanks, Synonyms and antonyms, Idioms and phrases, One-word substitution, Sentence improvement, Para jumbles
Preliminary & Main
Numerical Ability
Simplification and approximation, Number series, Quadratic equations, Data interpretation, Arithmetic word problems, Data sufficiency
Preliminary & Main
Reasoning
Puzzles and seating arrangement, Syllogism, Inequality, Blood relations, Coding-decoding, Direction sense, Input-output, Data sufficiency
Preliminary & Main
General Awareness
Current affairs (last 6 months), Banking awareness, RBI and monetary policy, Financial awareness, Government schemes, Static GK
Preliminary & Main
Computer Knowledge
Computer fundamentals, MS Office, Internet and e-mail, Networking basics, Cyber security
Selection process
- 1Preliminary exam
- 2Main exam
- 3Language Proficiency Test
How to prepare for RBI Assistant
- Prelims is a speed test with sectional timing — practise each section against its own clock.
- Mains decides selection: build banking and current-affairs notes from the last six months before the exam.
Practice for RBI Assistant
Reading the syllabus is step one. Timed practice under the real RBI Assistant pattern is what moves your score. Our partner platform EduJha offers practice with instant scoring and explanations.
RBI Assistant: frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for RBI Assistant?
The age limit for RBI Assistant is 20–28 years (as on the date in the notification). Upper age relaxation: OBC (non-creamy layer) 3 years, SC / ST 5 years, PwBD 10 years.
What is the educational qualification for RBI Assistant?
To apply for RBI Assistant: Bachelor's degree with at least 50% (pass class for SC/ST/PwBD) and basic computer knowledge.
What is the selection process of RBI Assistant?
The RBI Assistant selection process is: Preliminary exam → Main exam → Language Proficiency Test.
Is there negative marking in RBI Assistant?
Yes. Preliminary exam: 0.25 marks per wrong answer; Main exam: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
How to apply for RBI Assistant?
Apply online on the official portal (https://opportunities.rbi.org.in/Scripts/Vacancies.aspx): 1) Open the Assistant advertisement on opportunities.rbi.org.in (Current Vacancies); 2) Register online with your name, mobile number and email; 3) Fill in the form and upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration; 4) Pay the fee online; 5) Submit and print the application.
How many vacancies are there in RBI Assistant 2026?
RBI Assistant (Panel Year 2025) has 650 notified vacancies, as per the official notification.