RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 60 Vacancies

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially announced the RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 for 60 vacancies of Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR). This is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking a central government job in the banking sector. The online application process starts on 29th April 2026. Before applying, check the complete eligibility, salary, selection process, syllabus, admit card details, and how to apply online for RBI Grade B 2026.

RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 notification apply online for 60 vacancies

RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 – Company Name & Post Name

The recruitment is conducted by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) through the Reserve Bank of India Services Board (RBISB). The post name is Officer in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General, DEPR, and DSIM streams. This is a highly prestigious central government job with a lucrative salary and career growth.

Number of Posts & Vacancy Details

A total of 60 vacancies are available under RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026. The vacancy breakdown is given below to help you understand the post-wise distribution.

Post Name	Vacancies
Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General	40
Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR	10
Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM	10
Total	60

Educational Qualification for RBI Grade B 2026

As per previous trends and the official notification (detailed release on 29-04-2026), the required qualifications are:

General Stream: Graduation or Post Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
DEPR Stream: Post Graduation in Economics / Econometrics / Finance.
DSIM Stream: Post Graduation in Statistics / Mathematics / Data Science.

Final year appearing candidates may also apply, but they must produce proof of qualification at the time of interview.

Salary & Age Limit

Selected candidates for RBI Grade B will receive an attractive salary under the 7th Pay Commission. The basic pay is ₹55,200/- per month (approx. total emoluments ₹1,00,000+ including allowances).

The age limit for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 is generally 21 to 30 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms:

SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation
PwBD: 10 years relaxation
Ex-servicemen & RBI Staff: As per rules

Selection Process & Application Fee

The selection process for RBI Grade B consists of three stages:

Phase I – Preliminary Examination (Objective type)
Phase II – Main Examination (Objective + Descriptive)
Interview (Personality test)

Application fee details:

General / OBC / EWS: ₹600/- (Application + Intimation charges)
SC / ST / PwBD: ₹100/- (Intimation charges only)
RBI Staff: Nil

Important Dates for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026

All eligible candidates must note the following important dates to avoid last-minute issues:

Notification Release Date: 29th April 2026 (Tentative)
Apply Online Start Date: 29th April 2026
Apply Online Last Date: 20th May 2026 (till 06:00 PM)
Phase I Exam (General): 13th June 2026
Phase I Exam (DEPR/DSIM): 14th June 2026
Phase II Exam (General): 25th July 2026
Phase II Exam (DEPR/DSIM): 26th July 2026

How to Apply for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026

Follow these simple steps to submit your online application successfully:

Visit the official RBI website: https://www.rbi.org.in/
Click on “Opportunities @ RBI” section on the homepage.
Find and click on “Recruitment for Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) 2026”.
Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill out the application form with personal, educational, and work details.
Upload scanned photo, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per specs.
Pay the application fee through online mode (debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI).
Submit the form and take a printout of the final application for future reference.

Note: RBI Grade B admit card and syllabus will be released on the official website before the exam. Keep checking for updates on results and document verification.

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