The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has commenced the RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 process, and the official notification was released on 16th February 2026 for 650 Assistant posts. For this recruitment drive, fresh graduates within the age limit of 20 to 28 years are eligible. The online application process is only active till 8th March 2026 on the official website at www.rbi.org.in. Interested candidates must apply before the deadline and start preparing for the exam.
RBI Assistant Notification 2026 Out
RBI has announced a total of 650 Assistant vacancies under the “Recruitment for the Post of Assistant – Panel Year 2025”. Candidates who are preparing for banking exams can now check complete details regarding vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, salary, application dates, and the selection process.
RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Conducting Authority | Reserve Bank of India |
| Exam | RBI Assistant Exam 2026 |
| Post | Assistant |
| Vacancy | Total: 650
|
| Application Mode | Online |
| RBI Assistant Age Limit | 20-28 years |
| Qualification Required | Graduation+ Local Language Proficiency |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, LPT |
| Mode of Examination | Online mode (English and Regional Language) |
| Official Website | rbi.org.in |
RBI Assistant Vacancy 2026 (Latest)
| Office | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | GEN/UR | TOTAL | PwBD A | PwBD B | PwBD C | PwBD D | EX1 | EX2 |
| Ahmedabad | 0 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 20 | 1 | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 2 |
| Bengaluru | 0 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 10 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1(1) | 1 | 2 |
| Bhopal | 1 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 30 | 1(1) | 1(1) | 1 | 1(1) | 1 | 3 |
| Bhubaneswar | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 18 | 1(1) | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 1 |
| Chandigarh | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 20 | 1 | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 2 |
| Chennai | 13 | 1 | 12 | 5 | 22 | 53 | 1 | 2(1) | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 |
| Guwahati | 2 | 9 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 36 | 1 | 1 | 2(2) | 1(1) | 1 | 3 |
| Hyderabad | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 3(3) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jaipur | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jammu | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kanpur & Lucknow | 14 | 0 | 11 | 5 | 20 | 50 | 0 | 3(3) | 1 | 3(2) | 2 | 5 |
| Kolkata | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 22 | 29 | 0 | 1(1) | 1 | 1(1) | 1 | 2 |
| Mumbai | 54 | 2(1) | 25 | 24 | 144 | 249 | 2 | 8(6) | 5(2) | 9(6) | 11 | 24 |
| Nagpur | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 17 | 0 | 2(2) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| New Delhi | 6 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 33 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Patna | 3 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 8 | 17 | 0 | 1(1) | 1(1) | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 110 | 37 (1) | 99 | 58 | 346 | 650 (1) | 9(2) | 27(23) | 13(5) | 21(16) | 21 | 58 |
RBI Assistant 2026 Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 16th February 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 16th February 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 8th March 2026
- Application Correction: TBA
- Prelims Exam Date: 11th April 2026
- Mains Exam Date: 7th June 2026
Who is Eligible to Apply for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026?
To be eligible for the Assistant post, candidates must adhere to the following eligibility criteria:
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD candidates).
- Knowledge of the local language of the state applied for.
Age Limit (As per notification)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Age Relaxation as per Category
| RBI Assistant Age Relaxation | |
| Category | Relaxation in Age |
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC / ST) | By 5 years, i.e., up to 33 years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | By 3 years, i.e., up to 31 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) |
|
| Ex-Servicemen |
To the extent of service rendered in the Armed Forces, plus an additional period of 3 years, subject to a maximum of 50 years
|
| Widows/Divorced Women/Women Judicially Separated (not remarried) |
Up to 35 years (40 years for SC / ST)
|
| Candidates having work experience in the Reserve Bank of India |
To the extent of the number of years of such experience, subject to a maximum of 3 years
|
RBI Assistant Selection Process 2026
- Preliminary Examination (Qualifying)
- Mains Examination (Merit-based)
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
(There is no interview for the RBI Assistant)
RBI Assistant 2026 Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions/Marks | Duration |
| English Language | 30/30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35/35 | 20 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35/35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 60 Minutes |
RBI Assistant 2026 Mains Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions/Marks | Duration |
| Test of English Language | 40/40 | 30 Minutes |
| Test of Reasoning | 40/40 | 30 Minutes |
| Test of Computer Knowledge | 40/40 | 20 Minutes |
| Test of General Awareness | 40/40 | 25 Minutes |
| Test of Numerical Ability | 40/40 | 30 Minutes |
| Total | 200 | 135 Minutes |
Is there a Negative Marking in RBI Assistant Exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking in the exam and it is applicable to both Prelims and Mains exam. For each incorrect answer, 1/4th or 0.25 mark will be deducted from total marks.
RBI Assistant 2026 Salary
The RBI Assistant salary is one of the highest among clerical-level bank jobs.
- Basic Pay: Rs. 29,000/-
- Gross Salary: Rs. 58,514 per month
- Pay Scale: Rs. 29,000 – 1,700 (3) – 34,100 – 2,040 (4) – 42,260 – 2,720 (6) – 58,580 – 2,950 (2) – 64,480 – 3,370 (3) – 74,590 – 4,050 (1) – 78,640
RBI Assistant 2026 Application Process
The RBI Assistant Registration 2026 is currently active on the official website of RBI. Candidates can apply online through the official RBI website by following these steps:
- Visit rbi.org.in
- Click on “Opportunities @ RBI”
- Select RBI Assistant 2026 Notification
- Register using your email ID and mobile number
- Fill out the application form
- Upload the required document
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and download the confirmation page
Click to Apply: RBI Assistant Apply Online 2026
RBI Assistant Application Fee 2026
Payment can be made through debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
- General/OBC: Rs. 450/-
- SC/ST/PwBD: Rs. 50/-
- RBI Staff: Nil
Why RBI Assistant is Most Sought After Banking Job in 2026?
Working in the Reserve Bank of India has its own advantages, and these are:
- Higher starting salary (Basic ₹29,000 + strong allowances)
- Better work-life balance (fixed office hours)
- No sales targets or insurance pressure
- Limited public/customer dealing
- Job security (Central Bank position)
- High prestige & brand value
- Structured internal promotion opportunities
RBI Assistant 2026 Preparation Tips
The level of RBI Assistant Exam is of 10th pass/clerical level, so the difficulty level is mostly on the easier side. However, most important factor is the speed and accuracy for Prelims and concept clarity for Mains. Here, are some important tips for exam:
- Prepare current affairs for at least 6 months for Mains.
- Practice sectional mock tests and full length regularly.
- Strengthen reasoning, quants for both Prelims and Mains.
- English is the most scoring subject in both stages.
- Focus on 100% accuracy.
- Improve English comprehension and grammar basics.
| RBI Assistant 2026 Important Links:- | |
| RBI Assistant Notification 2026 PDF | Click Here |
| RBI Assistant Apply Online 2026 | Click Here |
| Download RBI Assistant Syllabus 2026 PDF | Click Here |
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