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The Reserve Bank of India has released the RBI SO Exam Date 2026 for various Specialist Officer (SO) posts in Grade A and Grade B, announcing a total of 21 vacancies. The online examination is scheduled for 14 March 2026. Candidates interested in this recruitment can check the complete details in this article, including vacancy information, eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, and other important updates.
RBI SO Exam Date 2026 Out
The online examination for Specialist Officer (Grade A and Grade B) posts is scheduled to be conducted on 14 March 2026 at various exam centres across the country. Candidates who have successfully registered for the recruitment should focus on their final preparation and keep checking the official website of the Reserve Bank of India for updates regarding the admit card and exam guidelines.
RBI SO Recruitment 2026 Out
The RBI SO Recruitment 2026 is being conducted for various posts under the Grade A and B categories. 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.
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 Overview | |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Reserve Bank of India Services Board |
| Recruitment | RBI SO Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 21 |
| Posts | Grade A & Grade B |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Date | 14 March 2026 |
| Selection Process | Online examination(Objective+Descriptive) + Interview (varies by post) |
| Official Website | www.rbi.org.in |
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.
| Post | GEN | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Officer Grade B | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Manager (Civil) Grade B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Manager (Electrical) Grade B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Manager (Rajbhasha) Grade A | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Assistant Manager (Protocol & Security) Grade A | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| Total | 10 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 21 |
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.
| Post | Age Limit | Education | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Officer Grade B | 21-32 yrs (LLM +3 yrs, PhD +5 yrs) | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (50%, SC/ST/PwBD 45%) | 2 yrs as Advocate/Law Officer/Law Teacher |
| Manager Civil Grade B | 21-35 yrs | B.E/B.Tech in Civil (60%, SC/ST 55%) | 3 yrs in construction/project management |
| Manager Electrical Grade B | 21-35 yrs | B.E/B.Tech in Electrical / EEE (60%, SC/ST 55%) | 3 yrs in electrical systems & projects |
| Assistant Manager Rajbhasha Grade A | 21-30 yrs (PhD up to 32 yrs) | Master’s in Hindi/English/Sanskrit with translation | Not required |
| Assistant Manager Protocol & Security Grade A | 25-40 yrs | Ex-Servicemen Officers | 10 yrs commissioned service |
RBI SO Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Link
The official portal for the RBI SO Recruitment 2026 application has been closed on the Bank’s official website @www.rbi.org.in.
Click here to apply online for RBI SO Recruitment 2026 (Window Closed)
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
To apply for the RBI SO Recruitment 2026, follow these steps:
- Visit the official RBI website: www.rbi.org.in.
- Go to “Opportunities@RBI” > “Current Vacancies” > “Vacancies”.
- Click on the link “Recruitment for Various Posts in Non-CSG Cadres – Panel Year 2026”.
- Select “Online Application Form” and then “Click here for New Registration”.
- Enter your basic details and generate a Registration Number and Password.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and hand-written declaration.
- Fill in educational and experience details and preview your application.
- Pay the application fee online using Debit/Credit cards or Internet Banking.
- 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:
| Sr. No. | Category | Charges | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SC/ST/PwBD | Intimation Charges only | ₹100 + 18% GST |
| 2 | GEN/OBC/EWS | Application Fee, including intimation charges | ₹600 + 18% GST |
| 3 | RBI Staff Candidates | Nil | Nil |
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:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 6 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 February 2026 (6 PM) |
| Exam Date | 14 March 2026 |
| Interview Date | TBA |
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’
| Type of paper | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Paper-I: General Knowledge of Law | ||
| Objective Type | 30 | Three Hours |
| Descriptive Type | 120 | |
| Total | 150 | |
| Paper-II: English – Descriptive Type | 100 | Three Hours |
| Total | 250 | |
| Interview | 40 | |
| Grand Total | 290 | |
2. Manager (Technical – Civil/Electrical)
| Type of paper | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| Paper-I: Objective Type Test | ||
| Test of professional knowledge/ job knowledge | 100 | One Hour |
| Paper-II: Descriptive Type Test | ||
| Standard of the papers will be that of B.E. Degree | 100 | Three Hours |
| Total | 200 | |
| Interview | 35 | |
| Grand Total | 235 |
3. Assistant Manager (Rajbhasha)
| Tests | No. of Questions | Maximum marks | Duration |
| Paper-I Objective type | |||
| Reasoning | 35 | 35 | 30 minutes |
| English language | 35 | 35 | 30 minutes |
| General Awareness with special reference to Banking, Economics, Commerce and allied subject | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Test of Professional Knowledge (including Official Language) | 45 | 45 | 40 minutes |
| Sub Total | 150 | 150 | |
| Paper-II Descriptive Paper (Official Language) | 50 | 60 minutes | |
| Interview | 35 | ||
| Grand Total | 235 |
4. Assistant Manager (Protocol & Security)
| Sr. No. | Test | Number of questions | Maximum marks | Duration |
| 1. | Test of Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 35 minutes |
| 2. | Test of English Language | 50 | 25 | 35 minutes |
| 3. | Test of General Awareness with special reference to Banking Industry | 50 | 50 | 20 minutes |
| 4. | Test of Professional Knowledge | 50 | 75 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | ||
| 5. | Interview | 35 | ||
| Grand Total | 235 |
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.
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