RBI Recruitment 2026 - Legal Officer, Manager (Technical), Assistant Manager - 21 Posts

Organization Profile

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) - India's Central Bank

RBI is a full-service central bank handling monetary policy, banking regulation, currency management, and financial system oversight. A career with RBI offers diverse roles across the country's economic landscape.

Conducting Authority: Reserve Bank of India Services Board

Vacancy Details

Advertisement No: RBISB/DA/05/2025-26
Panel Year: 2026

Post-wise Vacancy Breakup:

PwBD Categories: A=Blind/Low Vision, B=Deaf/Hard of Hearing, C=Locomotor Disability, D=Autism/Intellectual/Specific Learning/Mental Illness

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Detailed Post-wise Information

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POST 1: LEGAL OFFICER IN GRADE 'B'

Vacancies: 6 (GEN-2, EWS-1, OBC-2, SC-1)

Eligibility Criteria:

Age Limit (as on 01.02.2026):

• Minimum: 21 years
• Maximum: 32 years
• Born between: 02.02.1994 to 01.02.2005
• Relaxation: +3 years for LL.M., +5 years for Ph.D in Law
• Additional age relaxation as per government norms

Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B) from UGC/Bar Council recognized University/College
• Minimum Marks: 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST if reserved)

Experience (as on 01.02.2026):

Essential:

1. Enrolled with Bar Council as an Advocate
2. Minimum 2 years post-enrollment experience as:
   • Advocate, OR
   • Law Officer in Legal Dept of large bank/financial institution/statutory corporation/company/Govt, OR
   • Full-time Law teacher in Law College/University

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Banking Law, Company Law, Labour Law, Constitutional Law
• Experience in drafting pleadings and documents

Documents Required:

• Bar Council Registration/Enrollment Certificate (mandatory)
• Certificate from Bar Association/Presiding Officer (for practicing advocates)

Job Responsibilities:

• Dealing with legal references on RBI Act 1934, Banking Regulation Act 1949, FEMA 1999, Companies Act 2013
• Drafting legislation administered by RBI
• Preparing pleadings and briefs for litigation
• Appearing before Labour Courts, Tribunals
• Other legal work as assigned

Examination Pattern:

Paper-I: General Knowledge of Law

• Type: Objective (30 marks) + Descriptive (120 marks)
• Total Marks: 150
• Duration: 3 hours
• Medium: Hindi/English (candidate's choice)

Topics:

• Constitutional Law
• Administrative Law
• Financial Sector Laws
• Procedural Laws
• Statutory Interpretation & Legal Drafting

Paper-II: English

• Type: Descriptive
• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 3 hours
• Topics: Essay, Precis, Comprehension, Business Correspondence

Interview: 40 marks

Grand Total: 290 marks (Papers: 250 + Interview: 40)

Final Selection: Combined marks of Exam + Interview

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POST 2: MANAGER (TECHNICAL - CIVIL) IN GRADE 'B'

Vacancies: 2 (GEN-1, OBC-1)

Eligibility Criteria:

Age Limit (as on 01.02.2026):

• Minimum: 21 years
• Maximum: 35 years
• Born between: 02.02.1991 to 01.02.2005

Educational Qualification:

• B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Minimum Marks: 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST if reserved)

Experience (as on 01.02.2026):

Essential:

• Minimum 3 years post-graduation experience in relevant field
• Independent responsibility position in public/private organization
• Areas: Hospitals/Banks/Financial Institutions/Planning/Designing/Construction/Large Office Buildings/Multi-storied Buildings
• Experience in tender preparation and evaluation

Desirable:

• Office and residential properties maintenance
• Construction project administration
• PERT/CPM techniques
• CAD/CAM/MS Project/Primavera
• Structural rehabilitation works
• Computer environment work

Job Responsibilities:

• Designing, constructing, supervising construction projects
• Office and residential building construction
• Renovation of existing buildings
• Repair and maintenance
• Retrofitting of old structures

Examination Pattern:

Paper-I: Objective Type

• Professional/Job Knowledge Test
• Marks: 100
• Duration: 1 hour
• Negative Marking: 1/4 mark for wrong answer

Paper-II: Descriptive Type

• Standard: B.E. Degree level
• Marks: 100
• Duration: 3 hours
• Medium: Hindi/English

Interview: 35 marks

Grand Total: 235 marks (200 + 35)

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POST 3: MANAGER (TECHNICAL - ELECTRICAL) IN GRADE 'B'

Vacancies: 1 (GEN-1)

Eligibility Criteria:

Age Limit: 21-35 years (as on 01.02.2026)

Educational Qualification:

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Minimum Marks: 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST if reserved)

Experience (as on 01.02.2026):

Essential:

• Minimum 3 years post-graduation experience
• Areas: Hospitals/Banks/Financial Institutions/Educational Institutions
• Experience in: Planning/Designing/Execution of electrical installations, AC plants, lifts, communication systems
• Tender preparation, scrutiny, evaluation

Desirable:

• CCTV, Security/Fire Alarms, EPABX, UPS systems
• Lift, pump, AC plant maintenance
• MS Project/Primavera/PERT/CPM
• Computer environment work

Job Responsibilities:

• Planning, execution, monitoring of electrical systems
• Sub-stations, distribution systems, UPS, DG sets, Lifts, HVAC
• Security systems (CCTV, Fire/Security alarms, X-ray scanners)
• Renovation and new construction projects

Examination Pattern:

Same as Manager (Technical-Civil) - 235 total marks

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POST 4: ASSISTANT MANAGER (RAJBHASHA) IN GRADE 'A'

Vacancies: 4 (GEN-2, OBC-1, SC-1, PwBD-1)

Eligibility Criteria:

Age Limit (as on 01.02.2026):

• Minimum: 21 years
• Maximum: 30 years
• Born between: 02.02.1996 to 01.02.2005
• Relaxation: +2 years for Ph.D (max 32 years)

Educational Qualification (Any one):

Option 1:

• Second Class Master's in Hindi/Hindi Translation
• WITH English at Bachelor's level

Option 2:

• Second Class Master's in English
• WITH Hindi at Bachelor's level + PG Diploma in Translation

Option 3:

• Second Class Master's in Sanskrit/Economics/Commerce
• WITH English and Hindi at Bachelor's level + PG Diploma in Translation

Option 4:

• Master's in both English and Hindi/Hindi Translation (one must be Second Class)

Desirable:

• Knowledge of bilingual word processing

Job Responsibilities:

• Translation (English to Hindi and vice-versa)
• Translation of documents, manuals, publications
• Implementation of Official Language policy
• Administration of Hindi Teaching Scheme

Examination Pattern:

Paper-I: Objective Type (Online)

Negative Marking: 1/4 mark for wrong answer

Paper-II: Descriptive (Official Language)

• Marks: 50
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Topics: Hindi to English translation, English to Hindi translation, Official Language Policy

Interview: 35 marks

Grand Total: 235 marks (150+50+35)

Final Selection: Based on Paper-I + Paper-II + Interview

Medium: Bilingual (except English language test)

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POST 5: ASSISTANT MANAGER (PROTOCOL & SECURITY) IN GRADE 'A'

Vacancies: 8 (GEN-4, OBC-2, SC-1, ST-1)

Eligibility Criteria:

Age Limit (as on 01.02.2026):

• Minimum: 25 years
• Maximum: 40 years
• Born between: 02.02.1986 to 01.02.2001
• NO AGE RELAXATION FOR ANY CATEGORY

Experience (as on 01.02.2026):

Mandatory:

• Officer with minimum 10 years Commissioned Service (5 years for PwBD) in regular Army/Navy/Air Force
• Must hold valid Ex-Serviceman Identity Card

Short Service Commissioned Officers:

• Rendered at least 10 years continuous Military Service
• Released on completion of assignment (or due within 1 year from 01.02.2026)
• NOT released due to dismissal/discharge for misconduct/inefficiency
• OR released due to physical disability attributable to Military Service

PwBD Categories Eligible:

• OL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, SD/SI (Spinal Deformity/Injury)
• SLD (Specific Learning Disability)
• MD involving above

Job Responsibilities:

1. Internal Security/CCTV Surveillance
   • Physical security oversight
   • Security personnel management
   • CCTV system maintenance
2. Protocol Activities
   • Protocol for Top Management
   • Liaison with State Govt authorities
3. Maintenance Activities
   • Supervision of Bank premises maintenance
4. Fire Prevention & Disaster Management
   • Fire safety implementation
   • Conduct drills, train Safety Squad
5. Administration
   • Security personnel administration
   • Budget management
   • Regulatory compliance

Examination Pattern:

Online Examination:

Negative Marking: 1/4 mark for wrong answer

Interview: 35 marks

Grand Total: 235 marks

Syllabus Topics:

• Security Management Principles
• Risk Assessment
• Security Hardware/Software
• Fire Safety
• CCTV Operations
• Executive Protection
• Disaster Management & BCP
• Information & IT Security

Detailed syllabus in Appendix-II of notification

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Salary & Emoluments

Grade 'A' Officers (Assistant Manager)

Basic Pay: ₹62,500/- per month

Pay Scale: ₹62,500-76,900-1,05,250-1,21,450-1,26,100 (17 years)

Initial Gross Emoluments (without HRA): ₹1,26,540/- (approx)

HRA: 15% additional (if not in Bank accommodation)

Allowances:

• Special Allowance
• Grade Allowance
• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• Local Compensatory Allowance
• Learning Allowance

Special Note:

• Pay Protection for Assistant Manager (Protocol & Security) as per GOI instructions

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Grade 'B' Officers (Manager/Legal Officer)

Basic Pay: ₹78,450/- per month

Pay Scale: ₹78,450-1,14,900-1,23,000-1,41,600 (16 years)

Initial Gross Emoluments (without HRA): ₹1,53,675/- (approx)

HRA: 15% additional (if not in Bank accommodation)

Same allowances as Grade A

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Other Benefits (All Officers)

Perquisites:

• Bank accommodation (subject to availability)
• Vehicle maintenance reimbursement
• Newspaper, telephone charges
• Book grant
• Furnishing allowance
• Free dispensary + Medical reimbursement
• Leave Fare Allowance (once in 2 years)

Loans & Advances (Concessional Rates):

• Housing Loan
• Vehicle Loan
• Education Loan
• Consumer Articles Loan
• Festival Advance (interest-free)

Pension:

• NPS (New Pension Scheme) - Defined Contribution
• Gratuity benefit

Residential Accommodation:

• Limited quarters at some centers
• Leased accommodation facility available at all centers

Probation: 2 years (extendable up to 4 years)

Career Growth: Reasonable promotion prospects to higher grades

Posting: All India - liable to transfer anywhere in India

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Advance Increments

For candidates with very high academic/professional qualifications:

• Bank may grant up to 4 advance increments at its discretion
• Request to be made at Interview stage in Bio-data Form
• Not entertained after Interview

Application Mode: ONLINE ONLY

Website: www.rbi.org.in

Application Period: 06.02.2026 to 26.02.2026 (till 6:00 PM)

Step-by-Step Application Process:

STEP 1: Pre-requisites

Before applying, arrange:

1. Scanned photograph (4.5cm × 3.5cm) - 20-50 KB, JPG format
2. Scanned signature (black ink) - 10-20 KB, JPG format
3. Left thumb impression (black/blue ink on white paper) - 20-50 KB, JPG format
4. Handwritten declaration (specific text in English, black ink) - 50-100 KB, JPG format
5. Valid email ID (keep active till final result)
6. Mobile number
7. Payment details (Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking)

Declaration Text: "I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required."

STEP 2: Online Registration

1. Visit www.rbi.org.in → Opportunities@RBI → Current Vacancies
2. Click on advertisement link
3. Click "New Registration"
4. Enter Name, Contact details, Email ID
5. Note down Provisional Registration Number & Password (sent via Email/SMS)

STEP 3: Fill Application Form

1. Login with Registration Number & Password
2. Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression, declaration
3. Fill personal, educational, experience details
4. Select examination center (4 choices from 32 centers)
5. Use "SAVE AND NEXT" to save progress
6. Verify all details carefully - no changes allowed after final submission

STEP 4: Payment of Fee

Pay through online mode:

• Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/Master/Maestro)
• Credit Cards
• Internet Banking
• IMPS, Cash Cards, Mobile Wallets

Wait for e-Receipt - Don't press back/refresh

STEP 5: Final Submission

1. Preview entire application
2. Click "FINAL SUBMIT"
3. Take printout of application form
4. Take printout of e-Receipt

STEP 6: Important

• Print application form available till 13.03.2026
• Keep checking email for Admit Card (1 week before exam)
• No Admit Card sent by post

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Documents to Upload:

Not required at application stage, but should be ready with originals for Interview:

1. Educational certificates & marksheets
2. Experience certificates
3. Age proof (Matriculation certificate)
4. Category certificates:
   • SC/ST certificate (prescribed format)
   • OBC (NCL) certificate (valid for FY 2024-25)
   • EWS certificate (valid for 2025-26)
5. PwBD certificate (if applicable)
6. Ex-serviceman certificate
7. Bar Council Enrollment (for Legal Officer)
8. Any other relevant documents

Critical Instructions:

1. Single Application: Submit only ONE complete application with highest Registration ID
2. Nationality: Must be:
   • Citizen of India, OR
   • Subject of Nepal/Bhutan, OR
   • Tibetan refugee (came before 01.01.1962), OR
   • Person of Indian origin from specified countries
   • (Certificate of eligibility required for categories ii-v)
3. Government Employees: Must inform employer about application
4. No Change After Submission: Verify all details before final submit
5. Admit Card: Download from website 1 week before exam (not sent by post)
6. Identity Proof: Carry valid photo ID + photocopy to exam
   • Acceptable: PAN/Passport/DL/Voter ID/Aadhaar/Bank Passbook/College ID/Employee ID
7. Name Matching: Name in Admit Card must match photo ID exactly
   • Women with name change after marriage: Carry marriage certificate/gazette notification/affidavit
8. Prohibited Items:
   • Mobile phones (even switched off)
   • Electronic devices, smart watches
   • Pagers, Bluetooth devices
   • Strict action including ban from future exams
9. No Valuables: Don't bring costly items - bank not responsible for loss
10. PwBD Candidates:
    • Scribe facility available (subject to conditions)
    • Compensatory time: 20 min/hour
    • Medical certificate required
    • Detailed guidelines with Admit Card
11. Unfair Means:
    • Leads to cancellation + debarment
    • Criminal prosecution possible
12. Response Analysis: Bank may cancel candidature if abnormal similarity detected
13. Provisional Admission: Eligibility verified only at Interview stage
14. No Staff Candidates: RBI employees have separate process
15. No Correspondence: Except in case of non-receipt of Admit Card
16. Jurisdiction: Mumbai courts only

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Examination Centers (32 Cities):

Choose 4 in order of preference:

Note: Center may be changed at Board's discretion

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Age Relaxation Summary:

(Varies by post - Legal Officer/Manager/Asst Manager)

Note: No age relaxation for Asst Manager (Protocol & Security)