RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 60 Officer Posts – Notification, New Salary & Complete Exam Guide

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially set the stage for the most prestigious banking examination in the country. On April 29, 2026, the RBI Services Board released the detailed notification for the Recruitment of Officers in Grade ‘B’ (Direct Recruit) – 2026. This announcement covers the General, DEPR, and DSIM streams.

With the application window now open as of April 29, 2026, aspirants have a golden window to apply for these elite positions. Notably, the 2026 cycle features a substantial revision in the pay scale, making the “RBI Grade B Officer” title even more lucrative than before.

RBI Grade B 2026: Critical Dates & Timeline

The schedule is extremely tight this year. Mark these dates to ensure you don’t miss the deadline or the exam city selection.

Event	Official Date
Notification Release Date	April 29, 2026
Online Registration Starts	April 29, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	May 20, 2026 (06:00 PM)
Phase 1 Online Exam (General)	June 13, 2026
Phase 1 Online Exam (DEPR/DSIM)	June 14, 2026
Phase 2 Online Exam (General)	July 25, 2026
Phase 2 Online Exam (DEPR/DSIM)	July 26, 2026

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Vacancy Breakdown: Stream-wise Distribution

The 2026 cycle sees a total of 60 vacancies. While the count is lower than previous years, the competition is expected to be at an all-time high.

Post / Stream	General (UR)	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (General)	16	4	9	7	4	40
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DEPR)	4	1	1	3	1	10
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DSIM)	4	1	4	1	0	10
Grand Total	24	6	14	11	5	60

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Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Become an RBI Manager?

The RBI maintains high standards for its direct recruits. Ensure you meet every parameter below before paying the application fee.

1. Educational Qualification (As of Notification Date)

• General Stream: Graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) or a Post-Graduation degree with 55% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD) in aggregate of all semesters/years.
• DEPR Stream: A Master’s Degree in Economics / Econometrics / Quantitative Economics / Finance, with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for reserved).
• DSIM Stream: A Master’s Degree in Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Mathematical Economics with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for reserved).

2. Age Limit (As of 01-04-2026)

• Minimum Age: 21 Years (Born on or after 02-04-1996).
• Maximum Age: 30 Years (Born on or before 01-04-2005).
• Relaxation: SC/ST gets 5 years, OBC (NCL) gets 3 years, and PwBD gets 10 years (General).

3. Number of Attempts

• General Category: Maximum 6 attempts for the Phase 1 examination.
• SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/EWS: No limit on attempts (within the age limit).

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The Selection Process: The Road to Mint Road

The selection is a rigorous three-tier process:

1. Phase 1 (Preliminary): Objective-type online exam. Marks are not counted for final merit.
2. Phase 2 (Mains): A mix of objective and descriptive papers (typed via keyboard).
3. Phase 3 (Interview): Personal interaction worth 75 marks.

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Detailed Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Phase 1 Pattern (General Stream)

Section	Questions	Marks	Sectional Time
General Awareness	80	80	25 Minutes
Reasoning	60	60	45 Minutes
English Language	30	30	25 Minutes
Quantitative Aptitude	30	30	25 Minutes
Total	200	200	120 Minutes

Phase 2 Pattern (General Stream)

Paper	Subject	Type	Marks	Time
Paper I	Economic & Social Issues (ESI)	50% Obj / 50% Desc	100	120 Min
Paper II	English (Writing Skills)	Descriptive (Typing)	100	90 Min
Paper III	Finance & Management (FM)	50% Obj / 50% Desc	100	120 Min

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2026 Revised Salary & Emoluments

One of the biggest draws for 2026 is the massive pay revision.

• Basic Pay: ₹78,450 per month.
• Gross Monthly Salary: Approximately ₹1,50,000+ (including DA, Local Allowance, HRA, etc.).
• Annual CTC: Between ₹35 Lakh to ₹40 Lakh in metropolitan cities like Mumbai.
• Perks: Fuel allowance (150+ liters), Maid allowance, Sodexo coupons, and premium 2/3 BHK flats in RBI colonies.

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How to Apply Online for RBI Grade B 2026

1. Visit rbi.org.in > “Opportunities@RBI” > “Current Vacancies”.
2. Click on “Online Application Form” and start “New Registration”.
3. Upload Documents: Photograph (20-50 KB), Signature (10-20 KB), Left Thumb Impression, and a Handwritten Declaration.
4. Payment of Fees:
   • Gen / OBC / EWS: ₹850 + 18% GST
   • SC / ST / PwBD: ₹100 + 18% GST (Intimation charges only).

Important Links for RBI 2026

Resource	Direct Link
Official Apply Online Link	Click Here
Detailed Notification PDF	Download Official PDF
Official Website	Click Here

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Can final year students apply?

A: Candidates must possess the required percentage as of April 1, 2026. If your result is declared by this date, you are eligible.

Q2: Is there a sectional cutoff?

A: Yes. You must clear both the sectional and the overall aggregate cutoff in Phase 1 to qualify for Phase 2.

Q3: What is the negative marking?

A: There is a negative marking of 0.25 (1/4th) for every wrong answer in objective sections.