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RBI Grade B 2026
RBI Officers in Grade B (DR) — General · आरबीआई ग्रेड बी
What is RBI Grade B?
RBI Grade B recruits officers for the Reserve Bank of India through a Phase I objective exam, a Phase II exam with economics, English writing and finance papers, and an interview.
Phase I is a screening exam with sectional cut-offs. Final merit is based on Phase II and the interview.
- Conducting body
- RBI
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree with at least 60% (50% for SC/ST/PwBD), or a master's degree with at least 55% (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD)
- Age limit
- 21–30 years
- Exam stages
- 3 stages: Phase I, Phase II, Interview
- 2026 vacancies
- 60 vacancies
- Negative marking
- 0.25 marks per wrong answer
RBI Grade B (DR) 2026: important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 20 May 2026 |
| Phase I exam | 13 Jun 2026 (tentative) |
Latest RBI Grade B updates
No RBI Grade B updates have been published yet. We check the official website twice a day.
How to apply for RBI Grade B
- 1Open the Grade B (DR) 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 Grade B eligibility
- Educational qualification
- Bachelor's degree with at least 60% (50% for SC/ST/PwBD), or a master's degree with at least 55% (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD).
- Age limit
- 21–30 years
- Nationality
- Citizen of India, or other categories as specified in the notification.
- Attempts
- Six attempts for General category; no limit for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD.
Application fee
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹100 |
RBI Grade B exam pattern
| Stage | Mode | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I | Computer-based test | 200 | 200 | 120 min |
| Phase II | Online (objective + descriptive) | — | 300 | 330 min |
| Interview | Interview | — | 75 | — |
RBI Grade B syllabus
Phase II
Economic and Social Issues
Growth and development, Indian economy, Globalisation, Social structure in India
Phase II
Finance and Management
Financial system, Financial markets, General topics in finance, Fundamentals of management, Leadership and motivation
Phase II
English Writing
Essay, Précis, Reading comprehension
Selection process
- 1Phase I (screening)
- 2Phase II
- 3Interview
- 4Final merit
How to prepare for RBI Grade B
- Phase I has sectional cut-offs; General Awareness (80 marks) is the biggest lever.
Practice for RBI Grade B
Reading the syllabus is step one. Timed practice under the real RBI Grade B pattern is what moves your score. Our partner platform EduJha offers practice with instant scoring and explanations.
RBI Grade B: frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for RBI Grade B?
The age limit for RBI Grade B is 21–30 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 Grade B?
To apply for RBI Grade B: Bachelor's degree with at least 60% (50% for SC/ST/PwBD), or a master's degree with at least 55% (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD).
What is the selection process of RBI Grade B?
The RBI Grade B selection process is: Phase I (screening) → Phase II → Interview → Final merit.
Is there negative marking in RBI Grade B?
Yes. Phase I: 0.25 marks per wrong answer; Phase II: 0.25 marks per wrong answer in objective parts.
How to apply for RBI Grade B?
Apply online on the official portal (https://opportunities.rbi.org.in/Scripts/Vacancies.aspx): 1) Open the Grade B (DR) 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 Grade B 2026?
RBI Grade B (DR) 2026 has 60 notified vacancies, as per the official notification.