The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Services Board has released an official notification (Advt. No. RBISB/DA/03/2025-26) inviting online applications for Direct Recruitment of Officers in Grade ‘B’ (General, DEPR, and DSIM). This is a golden opportunity for aspirants seeking a prestigious career in India’s central banking institution.
Vacancies
A total of 120 vacancies have been announced across three cadres
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Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General Cadre: 83 posts
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Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR Cadre: 17 posts
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Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM Cadre: 20 posts
(Includes reserved and backlog vacancies for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD categories.)
Important Dates
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Application Window: September 10 – September 30, 2025 (till 06:00 PM)
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Phase-I Exam:
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General: October 18, 2025
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DEPR & DSIM: October 19, 2025
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Phase-II Exam:
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General: December 06, 2025
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DEPR & DSIM: December 07, 2025
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Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
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Citizen of India, or
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Subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
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Tibetan refugee settled in India before January 1, 1962, or
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Person of Indian origin migrated from select countries with intent to settle in India.
Age Limit (as on September 1, 2025)
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21 to 30 years (Born between September 2, 1995, and September 1, 2004).
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Relaxations:
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SC/ST: 5 years
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OBC: 3 years
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PwBD: 10–15 years (depending on category)
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M.Phil./Ph.D.: 32 and 34 years, respectively
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Other relaxations available as per notification.
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Educational Qualifications
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Grade ‘B’ (General):
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Graduation with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD)
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OR Post-Graduation with minimum 55% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD).
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Grade ‘B’ (DEPR):
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Master’s Degree in Economics / Finance or related fields with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD).
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Desirable: Ph.D. in Economics / research or teaching experience.
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Grade ‘B’ (DSIM):
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Master’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, AI/ML, Big Data Analytics or related fields with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD), OR
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Four-year Bachelor’s degree in the same fields with 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD).
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Desirable: Ph.D. or research/teaching experience.
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Selection Process
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Phase-I (Online Exam)
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Phase-II (Online/Written Exam)
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Interview
Candidates must clear each stage to move forward. The detailed scheme of examinations is available on RBI’s official website.
Application Fees
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General/OBC/EWS: ₹850 + 18% GST
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SC/ST/PwBD: ₹100 + 18% GST (intimation charges only)
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RBI Staff: Nil
Pay Scale & Benefits
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Starting basic pay: ₹78,450/- per month
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Pay scale: ₹78,450 – ₹1,41,600 (16 years)
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Approximate gross monthly salary (without HRA): ₹1,50,374/-
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Benefits: HRA (if accommodation not provided), medical facilities, education loans, vehicle loans, newspaper allowance, LFC, and pension under NPS.
How to Apply
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Candidates must apply online only at www.rbi.org.in from September 10 to September 30, 2025.
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No offline applications will be accepted.
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Applicants must scan and upload photo, signature, thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration during application.
Important Links
| Action | Link |
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| 📄 Official Notification | Click Here |
| 📝 Apply Online | Click Here |
Why Join RBI?
Life at RBI is not just a job but a commitment to serve the nation. It offers:
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A stable and prestigious career.
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Equal opportunity workplace.
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Attractive compensation with long-term benefits.
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Exposure to India’s economy and policy-making processes.
📌 Closing Date of Applications: September 30, 2025 (6 PM)