RBI Grade B 2026 Notification Out: 264 Vacancies, Apply Online, Eligibility, Exam Date & Salary
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RBI Grade B 2026 notification released for 264 vacancies. Check eligibility, exam date, apply online link, salary, syllabus and selection process at rbi.org.in.
Table of Contents
- RBI Grade B 2026 Notification Overview
- RBI Grade B 2026 Vacancy Breakdown
- RBI Grade B 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality
- Age Limit (as on 01-05-2026)
- Educational Qualification
- RBI Grade B 2026 Exam Pattern
- Phase 1: Preliminary Examination (Online)
- Phase 2: Main Examination (Online)
- Phase 3: Interview
- RBI Grade B 2026 Salary & Perks
- How to Apply for RBI Grade B 2026
- RBI Grade B 2026 Important Dates
- RBI Grade B 2026 Preparation Strategy
- Related Banking Jobs 2026
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the RBI Grade B 2026 notification for recruitment to 264 vacancies across General, DEPR (Department of Economic and Policy Research), and DSIM (Department of Statistics and Information Management) streams. This is one of the most prestigious banking jobs 2026 for graduates and postgraduates seeking a career in India's central banking institution.
RBI Grade B 2026 Notification Overview
| Exam Name | RBI Grade B 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Total Vacancies | 264 Posts |
| Post Names | Grade B Officer (General, DEPR, DSIM) |
| Notification Date | May 2026 |
| Application Start Date | May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 2026 |
| Exam Date (Phase 1) | June 2026 (Expected) |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer Based Test) |
| Official Website | opportunities.rbi.org.in |
RBI Grade B 2026 Vacancy Breakdown
| Stream | Vacancies | Educational Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Grade B (General) | 200+ | Graduation in any discipline with minimum 60% marks |
| Grade B (DEPR) | 30+ | Postgraduate in Economics / Econometrics with minimum 55% marks |
| Grade B (DSIM) | 30+ | Postgraduate in Statistics / Mathematical Statistics with minimum 55% marks |
RBI Grade B 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- Citizen of India
- Subject of Nepal / Bhutan
- Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962
- Person of Indian Origin (PIO) who has migrated from specified countries
Age Limit (as on 01-05-2026)
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 30 years |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10 years, Ex-Servicemen: As per norms |
Educational Qualification
- General Stream: Bachelor's degree in any discipline with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) or equivalent grade.
- DEPR Stream: Master's degree in Economics / Econometrics / Quantitative Economics with minimum 55% marks.
- DSIM Stream: Master's degree in Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statistics with minimum 55% marks.
RBI Grade B 2026 Exam Pattern
Phase 1: Preliminary Examination (Online)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 80 | 80 | 120 minutes |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | |
| Reasoning Ability | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Note: There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Phase 2: Main Examination (Online)
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Economic and Social Issues (ESI) | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Paper 2 | English (Writing Skills) | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Paper 3 | Finance and Management (FM) | 100 | 90 minutes |
Phase 3: Interview
Candidates qualifying Phase 2 will be called for Interview (75 marks). Final selection is based on combined marks of Phase 2 and Interview.
RBI Grade B 2026 Salary & Perks
| Basic Pay | Rs. 55,200 per month |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 55,200 – 2,850 (9) – 80,850 – EB – 2,850 (2) – 86,550 – 3,315 (4) – 99,810 |
| Gross Emoluments | Approximately Rs. 1,20,000 – 1,35,000 per month (including allowances) |
| Allowances | Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Leave Fare Concession (LFC), Medical, etc. |
How to Apply for RBI Grade B 2026
- Visit the official RBI careers portal opportunities.rbi.org.in.
- Click on "Current Vacancies" and select RBI Grade B 2026.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, educational, and professional details carefully.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online (Rs. 850 for General/OBC/EWS; Rs. 100 for SC/ST/PwBD).
- Submit and print the application confirmation for future reference.
RBI Grade B 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | May 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 2026 |
| Phase 1 Admit Card | May 2026 |
| Phase 1 Exam Date | June 2026 |
| Phase 1 Result | June 2026 |
| Phase 2 Exam Date | July 2026 |
| Phase 2 Result | August 2026 |
| Interview | September 2026 |
| Final Result | October 2026 |
RBI Grade B 2026 Preparation Strategy
- General Awareness: Focus on banking awareness, RBI policies, current affairs (last 6 months), and static GK.
- English: Practice reading comprehension, cloze tests, and error detection.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Data interpretation, simplification, and arithmetic are key.
- Reasoning: Puzzles, seating arrangement, and logical reasoning carry high weightage.
- ESI & FM: Read RBI annual reports, Economic Survey, and standard reference books.
Related Banking Jobs 2026
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