RBI SO Recruitment 2026 Out for Grade A and B Posts, Last Date to Apply Today (26 Feb)

The Reserve Bank of India(RBI) has officially released the RBI SO Recruitment 2026 notification for various Specialist Officer posts in Grade A and Grade B, aiming to fill 21 vacancies. The last date to apply is today, 26th February 2026, and the online examination will be held on 14 March 2026. In this article, we provide complete details on the RBI SO recruitment notification, including vacancy, eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern details, and much more.

RBI SO Recruitment 2026 Out

The RBI SO Recruitment 2026 is being conducted for various posts under the Grade A and B categories. The application window is currently live, and the last date to apply is 26th February 2026, till 6 PM. Candidates are advised to apply for this opportunity before the given deadline. The selection process involves an online written examination(including a descriptive paper) followed by an Interview round. The final merit list will be based on marks scored in the exam and interview combined. The online examination has been scheduled for 16th March 2026.

Click to download: RBI SO Recruitment 2026 for Grade A and B Officers PDF Link

RBI Grade A and B Recruitment 2026 Overview

Interested and eligible Candidates must carefully go through the eligibility criteria before applying for this golden opportunity. Refer to the table below for key updates and information:

RBI SO Recruitment 2026: Last Date Reminder

Candidates who have not yet applied must note that 26 February 2026 (6 PM) is the final date to submit the application form. No applications will be accepted after the deadline under any circumstances.

RBI Grade A and B Vacancy 2026

The distribution of vacancies across various posts and categories for the RBI SO Recruitment 2026 is provided below.

RBI SO Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the specific eligibility requirements as of February 01, 2026, to apply for the RBI SO Recruitment 2026.

RBI SO Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Link

The official portal for the RBI SO Recruitment 2026 application is currently live on the Bank’s official website @www.rbi.org.in. The application process is only live for today, 26th February 2026, till 6 PM. Interested and eligible candidates are advised to apply for this opportunity as soon as possible. Use the direct link below:

Click here to apply online for RBI SO Recruitment 2026 (Active)

How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)

To apply for the RBI SO Recruitment 2026, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official RBI website: www.rbi.org.in.
2. Go to “Opportunities@RBI” > “Current Vacancies” > “Vacancies”.
3. Click on the link “Recruitment for Various Posts in Non-CSG Cadres – Panel Year 2026”.
4. Select “Online Application Form” and then “Click here for New Registration”.
5. Enter your basic details and generate a Registration Number and Password.
6. Upload your scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and hand-written declaration.
7. Fill in educational and experience details and preview your application.
8. Pay the application fee online using Debit/Credit cards or Internet Banking.
9. Submit the final form and save a printout for future reference

Application Fee

The application fee for the RBI SO recruitment has been provided below:

RBI Grade A & B Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

The application window for the current 21 vacancies is open from February 6 to February 26, 2026. The RBI SO Recruitment exam is scheduled for 14th March 2026. Mark these dates on your calendar for the RBI SO recruitment process:

RBI Grade A and B Selection Process 2026

The selection process varies by post but generally involves an online examination followed by an interview.

• Legal Officer (Grade B): Paper I (Objective & Descriptive) + Paper II (English Descriptive) + Interview.
• Manager (Technical): Paper I (Objective Professional Knowledge) + Paper II (Descriptive) + Interview.
• Assistant Manager (Rajbhasha): Paper I (Objective) + Paper II (Descriptive) + Interview.
• Assistant Manager (Protocol & Security): Online Examination + Interview.

RBI SO 2026 Exam Pattern

The detailed post-wise exam patterns for the RBI Recruitment 2026 are as follows:

1. Legal Officer in Grade ‘B’

2. Manager (Technical – Civil/Electrical)

3. Assistant Manager (Rajbhasha)

4. Assistant Manager (Protocol & Security)

RBI SO 2026 Salary

The salary structure for the post of Specialist Officers under the RBI is one of the most attractive salary structures among all government banking jobs in India. The salary varies based on the grade of the post. A breakdown of the salary structure as per the RBI SO Recruitment 2026 for the post of Grade A and B officers has been provided below:

For Grade ‘A’ Officers

Selected candidates for Grade ‘A’ posts, such as Assistant Manager, will receive a starting basic pay of ₹62,500/- per month.

• Pay Scale: ₹62500 – 3600 (4) – 76900 – 4050 (7) – 105250 – EB – 4050 (4) – 121450 – 4650 (1) – 126100 (17 years).
• Gross Emoluments: Approximately ₹1,26,540/- per month (without HRA).
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): 15% of pay if not using Bank’s accommodation.

For Grade ‘B’ Officers

Candidates selected for Grade ‘B’ roles, like Legal Officer or Manager (Technical), will draw a starting basic pay of ₹78,450/- per month.

• Pay Scale: ₹78450 – 4050 (9) – 114900 – EB – 4050 (2) – 123000 – 4650 (4) – 141600 (16 years).
• Gross Emoluments: Approximately ₹1,53,675/- per month (without HRA).
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): 15% of pay for those not staying in Bank’s accommodation

RBI SO 2026 Admit Card

The admit card for the RBI SO Recruitment exam 2026, scheduled for 14th March, will be released 10-15 days before the exam date. Candidates must download it using their registration number and password from the bank’s official website @www.rbi.org.in.