The Reserve Bank of India has officially released the RBI Grade B 2026 Notification (Advt. No. RBISB/DA/01/2026-27) for the recruitment of Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR). This is one of the most sought-after government job opportunities in India for candidates aiming to build a career in monetary policy, economic research, data analytics, and financial regulation.
With 60 vacancies across General, DEPR, and DSIM streams, RBI offers not just a job but a high-impact career with excellent salary, work-life balance, and growth.
RBI Grade B 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 29 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 May 2026 |
| Phase I Exam (General) | 13 June 2026 |
| Phase I (DEPR/DSIM) | 14 June 2026 |
| Phase II (General) | 25 July 2026 |
| Phase II (DEPR/DSIM) | 26 July 2026 |
Why Choose RBI Grade B Officer
Working at RBI means being at the core of India’s financial system:
- Contribute to monetary policy & economic stability
- Work in research, banking supervision, or data analytics
- Get excellent work-life balance
- Enjoy elite government job status
RBI Grade B Vacancy 2026 (Category-wise)
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Grade B (General) | 40 |
| Grade B (DEPR) | 10 |
| Grade B (DSIM) | 10 |
| Total | 60 |
Reservation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD as per Govt. norms.
Eligibility Criteria for RBI Grade B 2026 Recruitment
1. Educational Qualification
General Stream
- Graduation: 60% marks (50% for reserved) OR
- Post-Graduation: 55% marks
DEPR (Economics)
- Master’s in Economics/Finance (55%)
- Preferred: PhD / Research experience
DSIM (Statistics/Data Science)
Master’s in:
- Statistics / Mathematics / Econometrics
- Data Science / AI / ML / Big Data
OR - 4-year Bachelor’s with 60%
2. Age Limit
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 30 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: up to 10–15 years
- M.Phil/PhD: up to 32–34 years
Number of Attempts: Maximum 6 attempts in Phase-I for General/EWS candidates. No restriction for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD (if posts are reserved).
Steps to Apply for RBI Grade B Officer 2026
- Visit the official website:www.rbi.org.in
- Navigate to Opportunities → Current Vacancies
- Click on the link for "Direct Recruitment for Officers in Grade B (DR) - PY 2026"
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload scanned documents:
| Document Name | Description / Requirement |
|---|---|
| Recent Photograph | Passport-size photo (as per prescribed dimensions) |
| Signature | Signed using black ink on white paper |
| Left Thumb Impression | Clear impression on white paper (black/blue ink) |
| Handwritten Declaration | Written in English, in candidate’s own handwriting on white paper |
- Pay the application fee / intimation charges online
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Important: Candidates wishing to apply for multiple streams (e.g., General + DEPR/DSIM) must submit separate applications and pay fees separately.
Application Fee for RBI Grade B Officer 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹100 + GST |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹850 + GST |
| RBI Staff | Nil |
RBI Grade B Salary 2026
Basic Pay: ₹78,450/month
Gross Salary: ₹1,54,936/month (approx., without HRA)
HRA: 15% (if accommodation not provided)
Additional Benefits:
- Medical facilities
- LTC (Leave Travel Concession)
- Low-interest loans
- Pension under NPS
Selection Process for RBI Grade B Officer 2026
The RBI Grade B selection is conducted in 3 stages:
Phase I: Preliminary Exam
- Objective (MCQs)
- Screening test
Phase II: Mains Exam
- Objective + Descriptive
- Papers differ by stream
Interview
- Final merit based on: Phase II + Interview marks
