RBI Officer Recruitment 2026: Reserve Bank of India has announced 60 vacancies for the post of Officers in Grade ‘B’ DR General, DEPR & DSIM across various offices. Applicants must ensure they meet the specific eligibility criteria regarding age and educational qualification before apply.
RBI Officer Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General, DEPR & DSIM |
| Total Posts | 60 Vacancy |
| Organization | Reserve Bank of India – RBI |
| Qualification | Graduated |
| Salary | Rs. 78,450/- Per Month |
| Application Date | 29th Apr – 20th May 2026 |
RBI Officer Recruitment
The detailed advertisement for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 will be published on the Bank’s website on April 29, 2026, and in the Employment News/Rozgar Samachar issue dated May 02, 2026. Candidates are advised to refer to the official PDF for complete details regarding eligibility, reservation, scheme of selection and other instructions.
Educational Qualification (as on April 01, 2026)
- Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General: Graduation with 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) OR Post-Graduation with 55% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD) in any discipline from a recognized University.
- Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR: Master’s Degree in Economics / Finance (with “Economics” or “Finance” as principal constituent) with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). Doctorate or research experience desirable.
- Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM: Master’s Degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Data Science/AI/ML etc. with 55% marks OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in related fields with 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). Doctorate preferred.
RBI Officer Recruitment Age Limit
The age limit to apply for RBI Officer Recruitment 2026 is 21 to 30 years. The cutoff date for determining the age limit is 2nd April 2026. Age relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates as per government rules.
Candidates from reserved categories are eligible for age relaxation as per the details provided below.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | No relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (UR/General) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per government norms |
RBI Officer Recruitment Vacancy
The RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 includes a total of 60 vacancies distributed across three specialized cadres. Below is the cadre-wise vacancy breakdown:
| Name of the Post | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR)- General | 40 |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR)- DEPR | 10 |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR)- DSIM | 10 |
| Total | 60 |
RBI Officer Recruitment Salary
Selected candidates for RBI Grade B will draw a starting basic pay of ₹78,450/- per month in the pay scale of ₹78450-4050(9)-114900-EB-4050(2)-123000-4650(4)-141600 (16 years). In addition, they are eligible for Dearness Allowance, Special Allowance, Grade Allowance, Local Compensatory Allowance, Learning Allowance, House Rent Allowance (15% of pay if no accommodation provided), and other perks. The initial monthly gross emoluments (without HRA) are approximately ₹1,54,936/-.
The Bank also provides accommodation subject to availability, medical facilities, loans at concessional rates, leave fare concession, and a New Pension Scheme (NPS).
RBI Officer Recruitment Selection Process
The selection process for RBI Grade B 2026 consists of two phases (Phase-I and Phase-II) followed by a Interview round.
For Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Phase-I (Online) | Objective type (MCQs) on General Awareness, English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning. |
| Phase-II (Online) | Three papers: Paper-I (Economic & Social Issues), Paper-II (English – Descriptive), Paper-III (Finance & Management). |
| Interview | Candidates shortlisted from Phase-II will be called for an Interview. |
| Final Selection | Based on combined marks of Phase-II and Interview. |
For Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR & DSIM: The selection process includes Phase-I (for DSIM) and Phase-II (Written/Online papers) specific to the disciplines of Economics/Statistics.
RBI Officer Recruitment Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the application fee to complete their online application process, the fee may vary according to the category of the candidates. The complete details regarding the fee are given below.
| Category | Fee |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹118/- |
| GEN/OBC/EWS | ₹1003 |
| STAFF | NIL |
Payment Method: Candidates can pay their application fee through an online payment gateway. Candidates should have any one of the following options to make the online payment: debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
Important Dates of RBI Officer Recruitment
The RBI Grade B Examination 2026 will be conducted in multiple phases. Below are the important tentative dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration & Fee Payment Starts | April 29, 2026 |
| Online Registration & Fee Payment Ends | May 20, 2026 (till 06:00 PM) |
| Phase-I Online Exam (General) | June 13, 2026 |
| Phase-I Online Exam (DEPR Paper I & II / DSIM Paper I) | June 14, 2026 |
| Phase-II Online Exam (General) | July 25, 2026 |
| Phase-II Online/Written Exam (DEPR & DSIM) | July 26, 2026 |
(The Board reserves the right to make any changes in these dates.)
How To Apply RBI Officer Recruitment
Candidates who fulfil all the required eligibility criteria of Reserve Bank of India – RBI Officer Recruitment will be able to submit their applications on the official web portal.
- Visit the official website: NEToday.in
- Click on the Reserve Bank of India – RBI Officer Recruitment 2026
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with accurate details.
- Upload necessary documents, including a passport-size photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
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