The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the Grade B 2026 Notification, inviting applications for one of the most prestigious banking positions in India. This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for graduates and professionals to join the central banking institution in roles related to General, DEPR, and DSIM streams. The selection process typically includes Phase I, Phase II, and an interview, testing candidates on aptitude, economic awareness, and analytical skills. Interested candidates should carefully review the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and important dates before applying online.
Reserve Bank of India Grade B 2026 Details
| Organisation Body | Reserve Bank of India |
| Vacancies | Not Announced Yet |
| Salaries | Basic Pay: ₹55,200 In-hand Salary: ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,10,000/month |
| Age | 21 To 30 (Higher Age Limit for M.Phil/PhD Candidates) |
| Education Qualification | Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% marks (50% for reserved categories), or Relevant postgraduate degree for DEPR/DSIM |
Important Dates (Expected)
| Notification Release | April–May 2026 |
| Application Date | May 2026 |
| Phase 1 Exam | June 2026 |
| Phase 2 Exam | July 2026 |
| Interview | August–September 2026 |
| Final Result | September–October 2026 |
Reserve Bank of India Grade B Post Details 2026
| Post Name | Grade B Officer |
| Organisation | Reserve Bank of India |
| Post Available | General (DR) DEPR (Economics) DSIM (Statistics) |
| Who can Apply? | General (DR) |
Reserve Bank of India Grade B – Eligibility Criteria
Here are the details for the RBI Grade B application:
Educational Qualification (General)
- Graduation with 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD)
- OR Post Graduation with 55% marks
Age Limit
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 30 years
Higher age limit for M.Phil/PhD candidates
Selection Process
RBI Grade B has 3 stages:
- Phase 1 (Prelims)
- Phase 2 (Mains)
- Interview
Final selection = Phase 2 + Interview.
Exam Pattern
Here are the details according the phase declared by RBI:
Phase 1 (Prelims)
- Total Questions: 200
- Marks: 200
- Time: 120 minutes
- Negative marking: 0.25
| Section | Questions | Marks |
| General Awareness | 80 | 80 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 |
| English | 30 | 30 |
| Reasoning | 60 | 60 |
Phase 2 (Mains)
- Paper 1 – Economic & Social Issues (ESI) – 100 Marks
- Paper 2 – English (Writing Skills) – 100 Marks
- Paper 3 – Finance & Management (FM) – 100 Marks
It contains Objective + descriptive.
Interview Process for Reserve Bank of India Grade B 2026
- Marks: 75
- Based on personality + knowledge
Detailed Syllabus for Reserve Bank of India Grade B 2026
Syllabus also varies on the different phases likewise:
| Phase | Subjects / Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | • Current Affairs (Very Important ) • Banking Awareness • Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning |
| Phase 2 | • ESI (Economic & Social Issues): Economy, Inflation, Poverty, Government Schemes • FM (Finance & Management): Financial System, Management Theories • English: Essay Writing, Precis Writing |
Official Application Link For Apply Online
| Official Website Link for Apply | Apply Now |
