RBI Grade B: syllabus, exam pattern & eligibility
RBI Officers in Grade B (DR) - General. Recruitment of Grade B officers (General, DEPR, DSIM streams)
- Category
- Banking
- Conducted by
- Reserve Bank of India
- Level
- Recruitment
- Frequency
- Once a year
- Mode
- CBT
- Languages
- English
Eligibility
- Education: Graduate with 60% (50% SC/ST/PwD) for General; PG for DEPR/DSIM
- Age: 21-30 (relaxations)
- Nationality: Indian
Exam pattern
Phase 1
120 min · 200 questions · 200 marks
- General Awareness: 80 questions, 80 marks
- English Language: 30 questions, 30 marks
- Quantitative Aptitude: 30 questions, 30 marks
- Reasoning: 60 questions, 60 marks
Phase 2
90 min
- Economic & Social Issues
- English Writing Skills
- Finance & Management
Syllabus
Phase 1
General awareness (current events, banking, economy), English, Quantitative aptitude, Reasoning
Phase 2 - ESI
Growth & development, Indian economy, Globalisation, Social structure & demographics, Education, health
Phase 2 - Finance & Management
Financial system, Financial markets, Monetary policy, Fiscal policy, General management
Phase 2 - English
Essay, precis, comprehension
Important dates (2026)
- Notification: 2026-04-29
- Phase 1 (General): 2026-06-13
- Phase 1 (DEPR/DSIM): 2026-06-14
- Phase 2 (General): 2026-07-25
- Phase 2 (DEPR/DSIM): 2026-07-26
Selection process
Phase 1 (qualifying) -> Phase 2 -> Interview
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Frequently asked questions
What is RBI Grade B?
RBI Grade B stands for RBI Officers in Grade B (DR) - General. Recruitment of Grade B officers (General, DEPR, DSIM streams). It is conducted by Reserve Bank of India. Level: Recruitment.
Who is eligible for RBI Grade B?
Education: Graduate with 60% (50% SC/ST/PwD) for General; PG for DEPR/DSIM. Age limit: 21-30 (relaxations). Nationality: Indian.
What is the exam pattern of RBI Grade B?
Phase 1: 120 minutes, 200 questions, 200 marks. Phase 2: 90 minutes. Mode: CBT.
How often is RBI Grade B held?
Once a year.
When is RBI Grade B held?
2026 cycle: Notification 2026-04-29; Phase 1 (General) 2026-06-13; Phase 1 (DEPR/DSIM) 2026-06-14; Phase 2 (General) 2026-07-25; Phase 2 (DEPR/DSIM) 2026-07-26.
How are candidates selected through RBI Grade B?
Phase 1 (qualifying) -> Phase 2 -> Interview.
Compiled from public sources, last checked 2026-09-25. Dates, fees and rules change, so confirm with the official website before you apply.