RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026: Short Notification Out for 60 Officer Posts, Apply from April 29
RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026: The Reserve Bank of India has released a short notice for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 through the Reserve Bank of India Services Board (RBISB). This recruitment is for Officers in Grade ‘B’ (Direct Recruit – DR) across multiple streams.
A total of 60 vacancies have been announced, making it one of the most prestigious opportunities in the banking and financial sector. The online application process will start from 29 April 2026.
RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Conducting Body | RBISB |
| Post Name | Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) |
| Total Vacancies | 60 |
| Streams | General, DEPR, DSIM |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Advertisement No. | RBISB/BA/01/2026-27 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Detailed Notification | 29 April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Apply Start Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 May 2026 |
| Phase I Exam (General) | 13 June 2026 |
| Phase I Exam (DEPR/DSIM) | 14 June 2026 |
| Phase II Exam (General) | 25 July 2026 |
| Phase II Exam (DEPR/DSIM) | 26 July 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Grade B (DR) – General | 40 |
| Grade B (DR) – DEPR | 10 |
| Grade B (DR) – DSIM | 10 |
| Total | 60 |
Eligibility Criteria (Expected)
- General Stream: Graduation / Post Graduation in any discipline
- DEPR: Post Graduation in Economics / Econometrics
- DSIM: Post Graduation in Statistics / Mathematics
Detailed eligibility will be available in the full notification.
Age Limit
- Age criteria will be specified in the detailed notification
- Relaxation applicable as per RBI rules
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹100 |
| RBI Staff | ₹0 |
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Phase I (Preliminary Exam)
- Phase II (Main Exam)
- Interview
How to Apply for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official RBI website
- Go to “Opportunities @ RBI” section
- Click on Grade B Recruitment 2026
- Register using email ID & mobile number
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit the form and take a printout
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Important Links
- Short Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
Final Words
The RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 is one of the most sought-after exams in India for candidates aiming to enter the central banking sector. With limited vacancies and high competition, candidates should start preparing early for both Phase I and Phase II exams.
Stay updated for the detailed notification and apply as soon as the link is activated.
