RBI Grade B Notification 2025 Out For 120 Vacancies, Apply Online Starts From 10th Sep

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the RBI Grade B Notification 2025 on 8th September (Monday) for the recruitment of Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General, DEPR, and DSIM. Known as one of the most prestigious opportunities in the banking sector, this exam opens the gateway to a rewarding career with India’s central bank. Interested candidates can apply online from 10th September 2025 on the official website www.rbi.org.in and begin their preparation.

RBI Grade B Notification 2025 Out

The RBI Grade B 2025 exam will follow a three-tier selection process comprising Phase I, Phase II, and the Interview round. Those who successfully clear all stages will be appointed either at the RBI’s headquarters in Mumbai or in one of its 30 regional offices across the country. Offering an attractive monthly salary of approximately Rs. 1,16,914, along with excellent career progression and high prestige, the RBI Grade B post continues to be among the most coveted banking career options in India. The Online registration will start from 10th September to 30th September 2025.

RBI Grade B 2025 Short Notice

The Reserve Bank of India has issued a short notice for the RBI Grade B recruitment, and the detailed RBI Grade B Notification 2025 will be released soon. The RBI Grade B notification provides all essential information about the recruitment, such as eligibility requirements, exam schedule, application process, selection procedure, salary details, and exam centres. As per the announcement, Phase I is scheduled from 18 to 19 October 2025, followed by Phase II from 6 to 7 December 2025.

RBI Grade B Exam: Important Dates

Candidates can check the important dates for the upcoming events of the RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025:

• Notification Release: 8th September 2025
• Apply Online Starts: 10th September 2025
• Last Date to Apply and Pay the Application Fee: 30th September 2025
• Phase 1 Exam Date: 18th to 19th October 2025
• Admit Card: October 2025

RBI Grade B Vacancy 2025

The RBI Grade B Vacancy 2025 offers 120 posts across General (83), DEPR (17), and DSIM (20) streams. Candidates applying for the RBI Grade B Exam should check the post-wise vacancies distribution in the table below.

RBI Grade B 2025 Eligibility Criteria

The RBI Grade B 2025 Eligibility Criteria requires candidates to meet age, educational, and nationality conditions. Candidates must also be Indian citizens or fall under the specified nationality categories mentioned in the notification. Check the complete details below.

Age Limit

Applicants must be 21 to 30 years old (with certain relaxations for reserved categories).

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 30 years

Educational Qualification

Check the post-wise education qualification below for RBI Grade B exam.

• General: Graduation (60% for General, 50% for SC/ST/PwBD) or Post-Graduation (55% for General, pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD).
• DEPR: Master’s in Economics/Finance or related specialisations with at least 55% marks.
• DSIM: Master’s in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, AI/ML, Big Data, or equivalent with 55% marks.

RBI Grade B Exam Pattern 2025

The RBI Grade B Exam Pattern 2025 consists of three stages – Phase I, Phase II, and Interview. Phase I is an online objective test with sections on Reasoning, English, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness (200 marks). Phase II includes both objective and descriptive papers on Economic & Social Issues, Finance & Management, and English Writing Skills. The final stage is a 75-mark Interview, assessing candidates’ personality and communication skills.

Phase I (Prelims) – Objective Test:

• Sections: Reasoning, English, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness
• Total Questions: 200
• Total Marks: 200
• Duration: 120 minutes

Phase II (Mains) – Papers I, II & III:

• Paper I: Economic & Social Issues (Objective + Descriptive)
• Paper II: English (Descriptive Writing)
• Paper III: Finance & Management (Objective + Descriptive)

Interview

• Candidates shortlisted from Phase II appear for an Interview of 75 marks.
• Psychometric test before the Interview (no marks).

RBI Grade B Salary 2025

RBI offers an attractive pay scale with allowances and perks. The annual CTC ranges between Rs. 12–14 lakhs, making it one of the highest-paying government jobs.

• Pay Scale: Rs. 55,200 – 99,750
• Gross Monthly Salary: Rs. 1,16,914/-
• Allowances: HRA, Dearness Allowance, Grade Allowance, Fuel Reimbursement, Pension Benefits, etc.

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