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PHASE 1 • Month 1–2
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  • • Solve 5 years of authentic Tier-1 shift questions.
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Official Exam Guide & Notification Breakdown

Complete verified syllabus, eligibility norms, pay structure, and preparation insights.

Verified Gazette Notice • 5 Min Read

Educational Eligibility

Bachelor Degree or Equivalent from Recognized University

Minimum Qualification: Graduation

Age Limit & Relaxations

18 - 32 Years (Relaxation as per Govt Norms)

Relaxations: OBC 3 yrs, SC/ST 5 yrs, PwD 10 yrs

Application Fee & Mode

General/OBC: ₹100, SC/ST/Female: Exempted

Online Payment: Net Banking, UPI, Cards

Selection Stages

Preliminary Examination, Mains Examination, Skill/Typing Test, Document Verification

Computer-Based Test + Skill Assessment

Pay Scale & Matrix

7th CPC Pay Matrix (Level 4 to Level 8 depending on appointed post).

Includes DA, HRA, and Transport Allowances

Vacancy Distribution

Official Central Govt Posts

Location: All India Posting

Step-by-Step Online Application Procedure

  1. Visit the official portal at ssc.gov.in during active application dates.
  2. Complete your One-Time Registration (OTR) with personal details, Aadhaar verification, and active mobile number.
  3. Fill out the online application form for RBI Grade B Officer 2026, selecting your examination center preferences.
  4. Upload live photograph via official web camera app and clear scanned signature in prescribed dimensions.
  5. Pay the application fee online through UPI, Net Banking, or Debit Card and download final submitted PDF confirmation.

Official Announcement Synopsis & Gazette Notice

RBI Grade B Officer 2026 recruitment details, cycle timeline, exam pattern, syllabus, mock tests and preparation roadmaps.

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Verified via Official Gazette & Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

RBI Grade B (Reserve Bank of India Grade B Officer Examination) is a national competitive recruitment examination conducted by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Candidates appointed receive an estimated in-hand monthly salary of as per 7th CPC standards, with general eligibility requiring ages between 18 to 30/32 years.

Conducting BodyReserve Bank of India (RBI)
Monthly In-Hand7th CPC
Age Limit18-32 Yrs
Official Sourcerbi.org.in

About RBI Grade B (Reserve Bank of India Grade B Officer Examination)

RBI Grade B recruits officers for the country's central bank, involved in monetary policy, regulation and supervision.

Conducting Body: Reserve Bank of India (RBI)Official Portal: https://rbi.org.in

💡 Why Prepare for RBI Grade B?

  • ✓Officer post at India's central bank
  • ✓Excellent pay, perks and prestige
  • ✓Influence over monetary and banking policy

📋 RBI Grade B Exam Pattern & Selection Stages

StageModeSubjects / ModulesDurationTotal MarksNegative MarkingDifficulty
Phase 1CBT (Objective (MCQ))GA, English, Quant, Reasoning2 Hours 15 Minutes2000.25 per wrong answerModerate
Phase 2CBT (Objective + Descriptive)Economic/Social Issues, English Writing, Finance & Management4 Hours 30 Minutes300Varies by paperDifficult
InterviewPersonality Test (Board Interview)Personal interview-0Not applicableDifficult

🎯 Who Should Apply / Target Audience

Graduates/postgraduates aiming for RBI career

Economics and finance enthusiasts

Highly competitive aspirants seeking top banking roles

🚀 How to Start Preparing for RBI Grade B

  1. 1Verify eligibility, age limits and qualification for RBI Grade B
  2. 2Review the latest exam pattern and detailed syllabus
  3. 3Collect standard books and solve previous 5-year papers
  4. 4Take section-wise and full-length mock tests regularly
  5. 5Analyze mock test scorecards and revise weak topics

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (RBI Grade B)

Q: Who conducts RBI Grade B?

A: RBI Grade B is conducted by the Reserve Bank of India.

Q: Is RBI Grade B conducted every year?

A: Yes, RBI Grade B is generally held annually as per the official recruitment calendar.

Q: Is there negative marking in RBI Grade B?

A: Most objective stages carry negative marking; check the official notification for exact deduction.