Securing a post as an RBI Grade B Officer involves navigating a multi-tier assessment process designed to evaluate aptitude, technical expertise, and personal suitability. From online registration to the final appointment letter, candidates must clear distinct stages to earn a place in the Reserve Bank of India.
Selection Stages
Stage 1: Apply online
Candidates must submit their applications online through the official portal during the application window (April 29, 2026 to May 20, 2026). Fee payment and basic eligibility verification occur at this step.
Stage 2: Phase I (Prelims) Examination
An online objective examination consisting of four sections for General posts (General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability) and two papers for DEPR/DSIM posts. Candidates must secure minimum sectional and aggregate marks to qualify. Phase I is qualifying in nature, and its marks are not counted in the final merit list. Exam date: June 13, 2026 (General) and June 14, 2026 (DEPR/DSIM).
Stage 3: Phase II (Mains) Examination
Shortlisted candidates take Phase II on July 25, 2026 (General) or July 26, 2026 (DEPR/DSIM). For General posts, it features three papers: Economic & Social Issues (ESI), English (Writing Skills), and Finance & Management (FM). ESI and FM mix objective and descriptive questions, while English is purely descriptive. Marks scored in Phase II are included in the final merit list.
Stage 4: Personality Assessment
Shortlisted candidates are required to undergo a psychometric or personality assessment prior to the interview. No marks are allotted for this stage, as it serves purely for candidate profiling.
Stage 5: Interview
Candidates shortlisted on the basis of Phase II performance attend an offline interview carrying 75 marks. Candidates can choose to give the interview in either Hindi or English, and the score counts towards the final merit list.
Stage 6: Document Verification
Detailed verification of educational certificates, category credentials, age proof, and identity documents takes place before issuing the final offer of appointment.
How The Final Merit Is Made
The final selection for RBI Grade B Officer (General) is calculated out of 375 total marks. This consists of 300 aggregate marks from Phase II Mains (Paper I + Paper II + Paper III) and 75 marks from the Interview stage. Phase I Prelims marks serve only for screening candidates and do not influence final rankings. For DEPR/DSIM posts, final selection relies on performance across all prescribed written papers and the interview stage.
Documents You'll Need
- Printout of the online application form and admit card.
- Proof of Date of Birth (Matriculation or Secondary School Leaving Certificate).
- Graduation and Post-Graduation Mark sheets (showing aggregate percentage across all semesters/years) and Degree Certificates.
- Caste or Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) in the prescribed Central Government format, if applicable.
- Disability Certificate for PwBD applicants.
- Experience Certificates for age relaxation or specific technical requirements.
- Valid Photo Identification Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Passport).
Selection FAQs
Are Phase 1 marks added to the RBI Grade B final merit list?
No, Phase I (Prelims) is strictly qualifying in nature. Its marks serve only to shortlist candidates for Phase II and are not added to the final selection score.
Are there sectional cut-offs in Phase II Mains?
No, Phase II Mains does not feature sectional cut-offs. Candidates are evaluated on their overall aggregate score across all three papers to qualify for the interview stage.
In what language can I take the RBI Grade B Interview?
Candidates have the option to complete their interview in either Hindi or English.
What is the total maximum mark for the RBI Grade B final merit calculation?
For Grade B Officer (General), the final merit list is prepared out of 375 marks, combining 300 marks from Phase II Mains and 75 marks from the Interview.