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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released the Officer Grade B Recruitment 2026 notification on April 29, 2026, inviting applications for 60 posts across three streams: General, DEPR (Department of Economic and Policy Research), and DSIM (Department of Statistics and Information Management). The application window closes on 20 May 2026 at 6:00 PM. Last updated: 14.05.2026.
RBI Officer Grade B is one of the most coveted positions in the banking sector. Selected candidates get a gross monthly salary of Rs. 1,54,936 along with perks like housing, medical facilities, and a defined pension scheme. No bond period — a direct appointment to a Class I officer post.
Total vacancies and stream-wise distribution
| Stream | Posts |
|---|---|
| General | ~45 (approximate) |
| DEPR (Economics/Policy Research) | ~10 (approximate) |
| DSIM (Statistics/Information Mgmt) | ~5 (approximate) |
| Total | 60 |
Eligibility criteria
General Stream: Bachelor’s degree with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST).
DEPR Stream: Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, or related field with minimum 60% marks.
DSIM Stream: Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or Computer Science with minimum 60% marks.
Age limit: 21 to 30 years as on April 1, 2026. M.Phil holders get relaxation to 32 years; PhD holders to 34 years. SC/ST get 5 years; OBC gets 3 years.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 29 April 2026 |
| Application deadline | 20 May 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Phase I Exam (Prelims) | June 2026 (Expected) |
| Phase II Exam (Mains) | July–August 2026 (Expected) |
| Interview | September–October 2026 (Expected) |
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 450 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 100 |
Salary and benefits
Gross monthly salary: Rs. 1,54,936. Basic pay starts at Rs. 78,450. Additional perks include Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance, and medical benefits for self and family.
Selection process
- Phase I (Preliminary): 200 marks, 120 minutes. General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English, Reasoning.
- Phase II (Main): 300 marks. Economics and Social Issues, Finance and Management, Descriptive English.
- Phase III (Interview): 50 marks. Final merit combines Phase II and interview scores.
How to apply
- Visit: opportunities.rbi.org.in
- Click on the RBI Officer Grade B 2026 notification
- Register and fill the application form
- Upload photograph, signature, and required certificates
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit and save the confirmation page
For the complete syllabus, read the RBI Officer Grade B 2026 Syllabus. Check the Admit Card guide for exam day instructions.
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