RBI Grade B 2026 Notification — Exam Date, Vacancy, Eligibility & Selection Process

The RBI Grade B 2026 notification was released on 29 April 2026 for 60 vacancies across the General (DR), DEPR, and DSIM cadres — one of the most sought-after banking and regulatory jobs in India for graduates. Phase 1 of the exam was held on 13–14 June 2026, and Phase 2 is scheduled for 25–26 July 2026, with interviews expected in August–September 2026. This guide covers the complete RBI Grade B 2026 exam date, vacancy breakdown, eligibility, selection process, and salary — verified against the official notification and exam updates.

RBI Grade B 2026 at a Glance

Detail	Information
Notification released	29 April 2026
Application window	29 April – 20 May 2026
Phase 1 exam (General/DR)	13 June 2026
Phase 1 exam (DEPR/DSIM)	14 June 2026
Phase 2 exam (General/DR)	25 July 2026
Phase 2 exam (DEPR/DSIM)	26 July 2026
Interview	Expected August–September 2026
Total vacancies	60
Selection stages	Phase 1 (Prelims) → Phase 2 (Mains) → Interview

Dates are based on the RBI Grade B 2026 official notification and subsequent exam-date announcements. Always cross-check the final schedule against RBI's official website (rbi.org.in) before your exam.

RBI Grade B 2026 Vacancy Details

The 60 vacancies for RBI Grade B (DR) 2026 are split across three cadres:

Cadre	General	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Total
General (DR)	16	4	9	7	4	40
DEPR (Economic Policy Research)	4	1	1	3	1	10
DSIM (Statistics & Information Management)	4	1	4	1	–	10

RBI Grade B 2026 Eligibility Criteria

• Age limit: 21 to 30 years as on 1 September 2026, with standard age relaxation of 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and up to 10–15 years for PwBD candidates depending on category.
• Educational qualification (General/DR): A graduate degree with a minimum of 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates), or a relevant postgraduate qualification.
• Educational qualification (DEPR/DSIM): A Master's degree in Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, or a related field, as specified in the official notification — candidates should verify the exact stream requirements on rbi.org.in before applying.

RBI Grade B Selection Process 2026

RBI Grade B recruitment for the DR cadre has three stages:

1. Phase 1 (Prelims): An online objective test with 200 questions worth 200 marks in 2 hours, covering General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability. Phase 1 is a screening/qualifying stage — marks are not counted for the final merit list.
2. Phase 2 (Mains): A mix of objective and descriptive papers. The exact paper structure varies by cadre (General/DEPR/DSIM), typically including Economic & Social Issues, English (Writing Skills), and Finance & Management, with additional technical papers for DEPR/DSIM candidates.
3. Interview: Candidates who clear Phase 2 are called for a personal interview assessing communication skills, subject knowledge, and banking/regulatory awareness. The final merit list is based on combined Phase 2 and interview scores.

Phase 1 Exam Pattern

Section	Approx. Questions	Marks
General Awareness	—	—
English Language	—	—
Quantitative Aptitude	—	—
Reasoning Ability	—	—
Total	200	200

Sectional question splits and negative marking are specified in the official notification — refer to rbi.org.in for the exact section-wise breakdown before you start preparing.

RBI Grade B Salary 2026

Selected RBI Grade B officers draw a starting basic pay of approximately ₹78,450 per month, with gross monthly emoluments (including allowances such as DA, HRA, and grade allowance) of around ₹1,50,000, in addition to perks like leased accommodation, medical benefits, and a pension scheme — making it one of the best-compensated entry-level government jobs for graduates.

How to Prepare for RBI Grade B 2026

RBI Grade B's Phase 1 syllabus overlaps significantly with other banking exams — if you're also preparing for IBPS PO or IBPS SO, your Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and English preparation carries over directly. For General Awareness and Economic & Social Issues (Phase 2), build a daily current-affairs habit — FreePrep's daily current affairs quiz and Static GK question bank are free, no-login practice resources. Track admit card and result updates on the notifications page, and check the RBI Grade B exam page for eligibility and pattern updates as RBI releases them.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the RBI Grade B 2026 notification released?
The RBI Grade B 2026 notification was released on 29 April 2026, with the application window open from 29 April to 20 May 2026.

How many vacancies are there in RBI Grade B 2026?
There are 60 total vacancies — 40 in the General (DR) cadre, 10 in DEPR, and 10 in DSIM.

What is the RBI Grade B 2026 exam date?
Phase 1 was conducted on 13–14 June 2026, and Phase 2 is scheduled for 25–26 July 2026, with interviews expected in August–September 2026.

What is the age limit for RBI Grade B 2026?
Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years old as on 1 September 2026, with age relaxation for reserved categories.

What is the RBI Grade B starting salary?
The starting basic pay is approximately ₹78,450 per month, with gross monthly emoluments of around ₹1,50,000 including allowances.