RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 – Notification Out | Apply Now

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the Grade B Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification, offering one of the most prestigious career opportunities in India’s financial sector.

The recruitment will be conducted for multiple streams including General (DR), DEPR, and DSIM.

📌 Key Highlights

📢 Notification Release: 29 April 2026

🚀 Online Application Starts: 29 April 2026

⏳ Last Date to Apply: 20 May 2026 (6:00 PM)

📊 Vacancies: Not specified in short notification (Detailed break-up expected in full notification)

📅 Important Exam Dates

🧠 Phase-I (Prelims):

General: 13 June 2026

DEPR/DSIM: 14 June 2026

📘 Phase-II (Mains):

General: 25 July 2026

DEPR/DSIM: 26 July 2026

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

✔ Educational Qualification

Graduation with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD)

✔ Age Limit

21 to 30 years (age relaxation applicable as per norms)

🧪 Selection Process

The selection will be conducted in three stages:

Phase-I (Preliminary Examination)

Phase-II (Main Examination)

Interview

📘 Exam Pattern (Brief)

🔹 Phase-I

Objective test (200 marks)

Sections:

General Awareness

Reasoning

Quantitative Aptitude

English Language

🔹 Phase-II

Objective + Descriptive

Papers include:

Economic & Social Issues (ESI)

Finance & Management (FM)

English Writing Skills

💰 Salary & Career Growth

💸 Approx. Starting Salary: ₹1 lakh/month (with allowances)

📈 Excellent growth in central banking, monetary policy, and regulatory roles

🌟 Why RBI Grade B?

✔ Elite central banking position

✔ Direct involvement in policy-making

✔ Strong work-life balance

✔ High social and professional prestige

🔗 How to Apply

👉 Candidates should apply through the official RBI website once the detailed notification is released.

📢 IBR Insight

Vacancy details are yet to be officially disclosed — avoid relying on speculative numbers

Start preparation immediately due to tight timeline

Focus heavily on:

Current Affairs

Economy & Banking Awareness

Conceptual clarity for Phase-II

📣 Indian Banking Radar Take

RBI Grade B is not just a job—it is a career-defining opportunity. With limited seats (historically) and intense competition, disciplined preparation is the key to success.

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