The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released the Officer Grade B Recruitment 2026 notification on April 29, 2026, for 60 posts across General, DEPR, and DSIM streams. Applications close on 20 May 2026 at 6:00 PM. Last updated: 14.05.2026.
RBI Officer Grade B is one of the most sought-after banking sector jobs. Gross monthly salary is Rs. 1,54,936 with housing, medical, and pension benefits. No bond period.
Vacancies
| Stream | Posts |
|---|---|
| General | ~45 |
| DEPR | ~10 |
| DSIM | ~5 |
| Total | 60 |
Eligibility criteria
General: Bachelor’s degree with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST).
DEPR: Master’s in Economics, Finance, or related field with 60%.
DSIM: Master’s in Statistics, Maths, or Computer Science with 60%.
Age: 21 to 30 years as on April 1, 2026. Relaxation for M.Phil (32 yrs), PhD (34 yrs), SC/ST (5 yrs), OBC (3 yrs).
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 29 April 2026 |
| Application deadline | 20 May 2026 (6 PM) |
| Phase I Exam | June 2026 (Expected) |
| Phase II Exam | July–August 2026 (Expected) |
| Interview | September–October 2026 (Expected) |
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 450 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 100 |
Selection process
- Phase I: 200 marks, 120 mins — Awareness, Quant, English, Reasoning.
- Phase II: 300 marks — Economics, Finance, Descriptive English.
- Interview: 50 marks. Final merit = Phase II + Interview.
How to apply
- Visit opportunities.rbi.org.in
- Register, fill form, upload documents, pay fee, submit
For syllabus details, read the RBI Officer Grade B Syllabus 2026. Check the Admit Card guide for exam day info.
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