The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the official notification RBISB/DA/03/2025-26 for the recruitment of Officers in Grade B (Direct Recruit – DR) in General, DEPR, and DSIM cadres for Panel Year 2025. This recruitment drive offers an excellent career opportunity to serve the nation’s central banking system and contribute to the financial sector of India.
Life at RBI is prestigious and impactful, offering opportunities in policymaking, financial regulation, data analytics, and research. The selection will be based on Online Examinations (Phase I & II) and Interview. Eligible candidates can apply online from 10th September to 30th September 2025.
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Post Name | Officers in Grade B (DR) – General, DEPR, DSIM |
| Advertisement No. | RBISB/DA/03/2025-26 |
| Total Vacancies | 120 |
| Pay Scale | ₹78,450 – ₹1,41,600/- |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | www.rbi.org.in |
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 10 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 September 2025 |
| Phase I Exam (General) | 18 October 2025 |
| Phase II Exam (General) | 6 December 2025 |
| Phase I Exam (DEPR/DSIM) | 19 October 2025 |
| Phase II Exam (DEPR/DSIM) | 7 December 2025 |
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹100/- |
| RBI Staff | Nil |
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025 Vacancies & Qualification
| Post Name | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Grade B (DR) – General | 83 | Graduation with 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) or Post-Graduation with 55% marks |
| Grade B (DR) – DEPR
Bank job openings
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17 | Master’s Degree in Economics/Finance with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Grade B (DR) – DSIM
Bank job openings
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20 | Master’s Degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Data Science/AI/Big Data (55% marks) OR 4-year Bachelor’s Degree with 60% marks |
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years (as on 1st September 2025)
- Age relaxation:
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- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 to 15 years (depending on category)
- Ph.D./M.Phil. holders – 2 to 4 years relaxation
- Ex-servicemen & RBI staff – as per rules
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RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection process will consist of:
- Phase I Online Examination
- Phase II Examination
- Interview Test
How to Apply for RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025
Candidates must apply online only through the official website www.rbi.org.in from 10th September 2025 to 30th September 2025 (till 6:00 PM). No other mode of application will be accepted. Applicants should have a valid email ID, scanned documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, declaration), and pay the application fee online.
RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025 Important Links
| RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025 Notification | Notification |
| RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| RBI Official Website | RBI |