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Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the Official Notification for Direct Recruitment of Officers in Grade 'B' for the year 2025. Vacancies are announced for General, DEPR and DSIM cadres. Interested candidates can apply online from 10 September to 30 September 2025. Selection will be through Phase-I, Phase-II exams and Interview. Check complete eligibility, exam pattern and application process below.
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RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025: Vacancy Details
Important Date
- Application Start: 10 September 2025
- Last Date : 30 September 2025 (till 6:00 PM)
- Phase-I Exam (General): 18 October 2025
- Phase-II Exam (General): 6 December 2025
- Phase-I Exam (DEPR/DSIM): 19 October 2025
- Phase-II Exam (DEPR/DSIM): 7 December 2025
- Admit Card: To be notified
- Interview: After Phase-II result
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: Up to 10–15 Years
- PhD/M.Phil holders: Up to 34 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Application Fees
- GEN/OBC/EWS: ₹850 + 18% GST
- SC/ST/PwBD: ₹100 + 18% GST
- RBI Staff - Nil
Qualification
- General: Graduation with 60% or PG with 55% (Relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD)
- DEPR: MA/MSc in Economics/Finance with 55% (50% for SC/ST/PwBD)
- DSIM: Master’s or 4-year Bachelor’s in Statistics/Data Science/AI/ML with 55–60% (50% for SC/ST/PwBD)
RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025: Full Eligibility
RBI Grade B 2025 recruitment ke liye candidates ko post-wise specific educational qualifications chahiye. General cadre ke liye Graduation ya Post-Graduation with minimum marks, DEPR cadre ke liye Economics/Finance mein Master’s degree, aur DSIM cadre ke liye Statistics, Data Science, AI, ya ML mein Master’s ya 4-year Bachelor’s degree required hai. Age limit 21–30 years hai, with relaxation for reserved categories. Sabhi details official notification ke mutabik niche diye gaye hain.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit | Total Posts | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade B – General | Graduation with 60% OR Post-Graduation with 55% (SC/ST/PwBD: 50%) | 21 to 30 Years (Relaxation as per rules) | 83 | 60% / 55% |
| Grade B – DEPR | Master’s in Economics / Finance / Quantitative Economics / Mathematical Economics / International Economics / Development Economics | 21 to 30 Years (Up to 34 for PhD holders) | 17 | 55% (SC/ST/PwBD: 50%) |
| Grade B – DSIM | Master’s in Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Data Science / AI / ML OR 4-year Bachelor’s in same fields | 21 to 30 Years (Relaxation as per rules) | 20 | 60% (SC/ST/PwBD: 50%) |
RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025: Salary
RBI Grade B Officers ko attractive salary structure milta hai starting with a basic pay of ₹78,450 per month. Including allowances, the gross monthly salary goes up to approximately ₹1.50 lakh. Officers are also entitled to HRA, DA, Grade Allowance and other perks as per RBI norms.
| Component | Amount (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹78,450 |
| Grade Allowance | ₹7,365 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | ₹38,844 |
| Local Compensatory Allowance (LCA) | ₹3,000 |
| Special Allowance | ₹1,500 |
| Gross Monthly Salary | ₹1,50,374 (Approx.) |
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) – 15% of basic pay if accommodation not provided
- Medical Benefits – Reimbursement for self and dependents
- Leave Fare Concession – For travel during leave
- Education Allowance – For children’s schooling
- Loans & Advances – Vehicle, housing, festival loans at concessional rates
- Newspaper & Mobile Reimbursement
RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025: Selection Process
RBI Grade B 2025 selection will be conducted in three stages: Phase-I Exam, Phase-II Exam and Interview. Each phase tests different skill sets including General Awareness, English, Quantitative Aptitude, Finance and Management. Final selection is based on cumulative performance across all stages.
- Step 1: Appear for Phase-I Online Exam (Objective type – GA, English, QA, Reasoning)
- Step 2: Qualify for Phase-II Exam (Descriptive + Objective – ESI, FM, English)
- Step 3: Shortlisted candidates attend Interview (75 Marks)
- Step 4: Final merit list prepared based on Phase-II + Interview scores
- Step 5: Document verification and medical fitness check before appointment
RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025: Exam Pattern
RBI Grade B 2025 Exam Pattern is divided into Phase-I and Phase-II, followed by an Interview. Phase-I is an objective test covering General Awareness, English, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning. Phase-II includes descriptive and objective papers on Economic & Social Issues (ESI), Finance & Management (FM) and English Writing Skills. Each paper carries specific marks and duration as per the official notification.
| Phase | Paper | Type | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase-I | General Awareness, English, QA, Reasoning | Objective | 120 Minutes | 200 |
| Phase-II | Paper-I: Economic & Social Issues (ESI) | Objective + Descriptive | 120 Minutes | 100 |
| Paper-II: English (Writing Skills) | Descriptive | 90 Minutes | 100 | |
| Paper-III: Finance & Management (FM) | Objective + Descriptive | 120 Minutes | 100 | |
| Final Stage | Interview | Verbal | — | 75 |
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment Full Syllabus and Exam Pettern: PDF Download
- Phase-I is qualifying in nature but marks are considered for shortlisting to Phase-II.
- Phase-II papers are evaluated only if candidate qualifies Phase-I.
- Descriptive answers must be typed on computer; no pen-paper format.
- Negative marking applicable in Phase-I for wrong answers.
- Final selection is based on Phase-II + Interview marks.
RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025: Post / Category Wise Vacancy
RBI Grade B 2025 Vacancy is announced for three cadres: General, DEPR and DSIM. Total vacancies are distributed across categories including UR, EWS, OBC, SC and ST. Candidates must check their respective category eligibility and reservation benefits before applying. Detailed post-wise and category-wise breakup is given below.
| Post Name | GEN | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade B – General | 35 | 8 | 19 | 15 | 6 | 83 |
| Grade B – DEPR | 6 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 17 |
| Grade B – DSIM | 10 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 20 |
RBI Grade B Officer Vacancy Posts / Zone / Category Wise: PDF Download
RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025: How To Apply
RBI Grade B 2025 ke liye application process online mode mein hoga through the official website www.rbi.org.in. Candidates must register, fill details, upload documents and pay the application fee before the last date. Ensure all entries match official documents to avoid rejection.
- Step 1: Visit the official website – www.rbi.org.in
- Step 2: Go to Opportunities@RBI → Current Vacancies → Vacancies
- Step 3: Click on “Online Application Form” for Grade B posts
- Step 4: Register using valid email ID and mobile number
- Step 5: Fill personal, educational and other required details
- Step 6: Upload scanned photo, signature, thumb impression and declaration
- Step 7: Pay the application fee via online payment gateway
- Step 8: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Syllabus & Exam Pettern | Click Here |
| All RBI Vacancy 2025 | Click Here |
| All Banking Jobs 2025 | Click Here |
| All IBPS Jobs 2025 | Click Here |
RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025: FAQs
Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, candidates can apply for multiple posts but must submit separate applications and fees for each.
Is there any physical test in RBI Grade B?
No, there is no physical test. Selection is based on written exams and interview only.
Can I choose Hindi as the exam language?
Yes, except for the English descriptive paper, other papers can be attempted in Hindi.
Is prior work experience required?
No, freshers are eligible to apply provided they meet the educational and age criteria.
What is the probation period after selection?
Selected candidates will be on probation for 2 years, which may be extended up to 4 years.
Will there be negative marking in the exam?
Yes, Phase-I exam includes negative marking for wrong answers in objective sections.