| Post Name | Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) |
| Vacancies | 120 |
| Organization | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Qualification | Graduation / Post Graduation |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Apply Fee | ₹1003 / ₹118 |
| Start Date | 10 September 2025 |
| Last Date | 30 September 2025 |
RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025
The Reserve Bank of India Services Board (RBISB) has announced the direct recruitment for the posts of Officers in Grade ‘B’ (Direct Recruit-DR) for the panel year 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 120 vacancies in the General, Department of Economic and Policy Research (DEPR), and Department of Statistics and Information Management (DSIM) cadres.
Eligible and interested candidates can apply for these prestigious positions through the official RBI website. The online application process will commence on 10 September 2025 and the last date for submission of applications is 30 September 2025.
RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025 Details
Post Name: Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General/ DEPR/ DSIM
Total Posts: 120
Organization: Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | GEN/UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General | 35 | 8 | 19 | 15 | 6 | 83 |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR | 6 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 (4) | 17 |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM | 10 | 1 | 3 | 2 (2) | 4 (4) | 20 |
| Total | 51 | 10 | 24 | 21 (2) | 14 (8) | 120 |
Pay Scale: Selected candidates will draw a starting basic pay of ₹78,450 per month in the pay scale of ₹78450-4050(9)-114900-EB-4050(2)-123000-4650(4)-141600 (16 years). They will also be eligible for Dearness Allowance, Local Compensatory Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Special Allowance, and Grade Allowance as per rules. At present, the initial monthly gross emoluments (without HRA) are approximately ₹1,50,374.
Age Limit: A candidate must have attained the age of 21 years and must not have attained the age of 30 years as on 1 September 2025. The candidate must have been born not earlier than 2 September 1995 and not later than 1 September 2004. 👉 Click here to calculate your age.
Age Relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxable by 3 years for OBC/MOBC candidates, 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 5 years for Ex-Servicemen, and 10 years for Persons with Disability (PwD).
Application Fee: The application fee is NIL as per Govt. Notification. However, a processing fee is applicable for all candidates.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| GEN/OBC/EWS | ₹850 + 18% GST |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹100 + 18% GST |
| STAFF | Nil |
Educational Qualification (as on 1 September 2025)
For Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General: A minimum of 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) in Graduation in any discipline or an equivalent technical/professional qualification. OR A minimum of 55% marks (Pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD) in Post-Graduation in any discipline or an equivalent technical/professional qualification.
For Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR: A Master’s Degree in Economics / Quantitative Economics / Mathematical Economics / Applied Economics / Econometrics / Financial Economics / Business Economics / Agricultural Economics / Industrial Economics / Development Economics / International Economics with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). OR A Master’s Degree in Finance / Quantitative Finance / Mathematical Finance / Quantitative Techniques / International Finance with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD).
For Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM: A Master’s Degree in Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Applied Statistics/ Quantitative Economics/ Econometrics/ Informatics or related branches with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). OR A Master’s Degree in Data Science/ Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning/ Big Data Analytics with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). OR A four-year Bachelor’s Degree in the above subjects with a minimum of 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD).
RBI Selection Process
The selection will be done through Online/Written examinations in Phase-I and Phase-II, followed by an Interview.
Phase-I Examination
For Grade ‘B’ (DR)-General: An objective type test of 200 marks, held on 18 October 2025. Subjects include General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning.
For Grade ‘B’ (DR)-DEPR/DSIM: An objective type test on Economics/Statistics, held on 19 October 2025.
Phase-II Examination
For Grade ‘B’ (DR)-General: To be held on 6 December 2025, consisting of three papers (Economic and Social Issues, English-Writing Skills, and General Finance and Management).
For Grade ‘B’ (DR)-DEPR/DSIM: To be held on 7 December 2025, consisting of descriptive papers on Economics/Statistics and English.
Interview: Candidates shortlisted after Phase-II will be called for an interview, which will carry 75 marks.
How to Apply for RBI Grade B Recruitment?
Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can submit their applications online through the official Reserve Bank of India website. The application must be submitted through the designated portal at www.rbi.org.in. No other mode of application will be accepted.
Candidates must first register by providing their basic details to generate a provisional registration number and password. After registration, they should proceed to fill out the online application form with accurate details. Applicants are required to upload scanned copies of their photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration as per the specified format. The application process is incomplete without the payment of the prescribed application fee through the online payment gateway.
After final submission, candidates are advised to take a printout of the application form and the e-receipt for future reference. For a direct link to the application portal, please refer to the “Important Links” section below.
Important Dates of RBI Grade B Recruitment
| Notification Date | 10 September 2025 |
| Apply Start Date | 10 September 2025 |
| Apply End Date | 30 September 2025 |
| Application Printing | 15 October 2025 |
Important Links of RBI Recruitment
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Install Android App | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs of RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025
What is the last date to apply for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025?
The last date to apply online is 30 September 2025, until 6:00 PM.
How many vacancies are there for RBI Grade B Officers?
There are a total of 120 vacancies for Officers in Grade ‘B’ across General, DEPR, and DSIM cadres.
What is the application fee for General category candidates?
The application fee for General, OBC, and EWS category candidates is ₹850 + 18% GST, which totals ₹1003.
What is the age limit for RBI Grade B Recruitment?
Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as of 1 September 2025. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.
What is the selection process for the RBI Grade B (General) post?
The selection process consists of three stages: a Phase-I online objective examination, a Phase-II online examination (objective & descriptive), and a final Interview.
