Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released its Grade B Officer recruitment notification (RBISB/DA/03/2025-26) for 2025, offering 120 coveted positions across General, DEPR (Department of Economic and Policy Research), and DSIM (Department of Statistics and Information Management) cadres. This is a unique opportunity to build a distinguished career with India’s central bank, contributing directly to national economic policy, financial stability, data analytics, and research excellence.
Key Highlights: RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025
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/- (plus allowances) |
Job Location | Across India |
Application Dates | 10 Sep 2025–30 Sep 2025 (till 6:00 PM) |
Selection Stages | Phase I, Phase II (written exams), Interview |
Official Website |
Vacancy Details: RBI Grade B Officer 2025
Post Name | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
Grade B (DR) – General | 83 | Graduation with 60% marks (50% SC/ST/PwBD) or Post-Graduation with 55% marks (50% SC/ST/PwBD) |
Grade B (DR) – DEPR | 17 | Master’s in Economics/Finance with 55% marks (50% SC/ST/PwBD) or qualifying streams |
Grade B (DR) – DSIM | 20 | Master’s in Statistics/Maths/Data Science/AI/Big Data (55%), or 4-year Bachelor’s with 60% marks |
Note: Qualifications must be from recognized institutions. Please see detailed notification for stream-wise specifics.
Eligibility Criteria: RBI Grade B Officer 2025
· Age Limit: 21–30 years as of 1 September 2025
o SC/ST: +5 years
o OBC: +3 years
o PwBD: +10 to +15 years (depending on category)
o M.Phil/Ph.D.: +2/+4 years
o Ex-servicemen, RBI staff: as per regulations
· Nationality: Indian citizens, as well as specified categories per RBI notice, may apply.
Application Fee 💳
Category | Application Fee |
General/OBC/EWS | ₹850 + 18% GST |
SC/ST/PwBD | ₹100 + 18% GST |
RBI Staff | Nil |
Applicants should pay fees online during application.
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 |
Selection Process: RBI Grade B Officer 2025
· Phase I (Online Exam):
·
o General: 6 December 2025
o DEPR/DSIM: 7 December 2025
· Interview:
Shortlisted candidates from Phase II will be called for an Interview (75 marks). Final merit will be based on total scores from Phase II and Interview.
How to Apply for RBI Grade B Officer Recruitment 2025
· Online application only:
Apply between 10th September to 30th September 2025, via the official RBI website
· Required: Valid email ID, phone number, scanned photo, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and applicable fee
· Only one application per post is permitted; follow all instructions carefully.
Important Links
Description | Link |
RBI Grade B Notification | |
RBI Grade B Apply Online | |
RBI Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ❓
Q1: What is the RBI Grade B salary for 2025?
A1: Starting basic pay is ₹78,450/- per month, gross salary is approx. ₹1.5 lakh/month with various allowances.
Q2: How many Grade B vacancies are there in RBI for 2025?
A2: There are 120 vacancies, including General, DEPR, and DSIM.
Q3: What is the selection process?
A3: Online exams (Phase I & II) + Interview.
Q4: What is the last date for online application?
A4: 30th September 2025, 6:00 PM.
Q5: Can I apply for multiple posts?
A5: Yes, but separate applications and fees must be submitted for each post.