RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 650 Posts Reserve Bank of India

1. Post Name & Vacancy Details

Total Posts: 650 (Assistant)

Office-wise Vacancy Distribution:

• Mumbai: 249 posts
• New Delhi: 49 posts
• Kanpur & Lucknow: 50 posts
• Kolkata: 29 posts
• Chennai: 53 posts
• Bengaluru: 24 posts
• Other offices across India

Category-wise Breakdown:

• SC: 110
• ST: 37
• OBC: 99
• EWS: 58
• General/UR: 346
• PwBD: 9
• Ex-Servicemen: 58

2. Educational Qualification

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized University
• Minimum 50% marks in aggregate (pass class for SC/ST/PwBD candidates)
• Knowledge of word processing on PC

For Ex-servicemen: Either a graduate from recognized University OR passed matriculation/equivalent examination of Armed Forces with at least 15 years of defense service

Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in the language of the state/recruiting office where applying

3. Age Limit (as on 01/02/2026)

Minimum Age: 20 years Maximum Age: 28 years

Eligible Date of Birth: Between 02/02/1998 and 01/02/2006 (both days inclusive)

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: Up to 5 years (maximum 33 years)
• OBC: Up to 3 years (maximum 31 years)
• PwBD: 10 years for GEN/EWS, 13 years for OBC, 15 years for SC/ST
• Ex-Servicemen: As per service rendered plus 3 years (maximum 50 years)
• Widows/Divorced women: Up to 35 years (40 years for SC/ST)
• RBI work experience: Up to extent of experience (maximum 3 years)

Note: Cumulative age relaxation not available

4. Salary / Pay Scale

Basic Pay: ₹29,000/- per month

Pay Scale: ₹29,000-1700(3)-34,100-2040(4)-42,260-2720(6)-58,580-2950(2)-64,480-3370(3)-74,590-4050(1)-78,640

Additional Benefits:

• House Rent Allowance: 15% of Pay (if not staying in Bank's accommodation)
• Other allowances as per eligibility
• Dispensary facility
• Annual health checkup
• Medical expense reimbursement for OPD/hospitalization
• Interest-free Festival Advance
• Leave Fare Concession
• Housing Loan and Personal Advance
• Defined Contribution New Pension Scheme
• Gratuity benefits

Approximate Initial Monthly Gross Emoluments: ₹58,514/- (without HRA)

5. Selection Process

The selection will be through a three-stage process:

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Online)

• English Language: 30 questions (30 marks) - 20 minutes
• Numerical Ability: 35 questions (35 marks) - 20 minutes
• Reasoning Ability: 35 questions (35 marks) - 20 minutes
• Total: 100 questions, 100 marks, 60 minutes

Stage 2: Main Examination (Online)

• Test of Reasoning: 40 questions (40 marks) - 30 minutes
• Test of English Language: 40 questions (40 marks) - 30 minutes
• Test of Numerical Ability: 40 questions (40 marks) - 30 minutes
• Test of General Awareness: 40 questions (40 marks) - 25 minutes
• Test of Computer Knowledge: 40 questions (40 marks) - 20 minutes
• Total: 200 questions, 200 marks, 135 minutes

Stage 3: Language Proficiency Test (LPT)

• Mandatory for shortlisted candidates
• Conducted in Official/Local Language of the concerned state
• No exemption given
• Candidates not proficient will be disqualified

Important Notes:

• Negative marking: 1/4th marks deducted for each wrong answer
• Candidates must qualify in each part separately
• Approximately 10 times candidates shortlisted for Preliminary
• Approximately 2 times candidates shortlisted for Main Examination

6. Application Fee

Examination Fee/Intimation Charge (Non-Refundable):

Payment Mode: Online only Note: Bank transaction charges to be borne by candidate

Fee Once Paid:

• Shall not be refunded under any circumstances
• Cannot be held in reserve for any other examination

7. Important Dates

*The Bank reserves the right to change the dates of examination.

8. Required Documents

Candidates must have the following original documents for verification:

Essential Documents:

• 10th/SSC certificate for Date of Birth proof
• Bachelor's Degree certificate and mark sheets
• Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
• EWS certificate (for EWS candidates)
• Non-Creamy Layer certificate for OBC (valid for FY 2024-25, issued between April 01, 2025 to March 08, 2026)
• PwBD certificate (for disabled candidates)
• Ex-serviceman certificate (if applicable)
• Discharge certificate (for ex-servicemen)
• Recent passport size photographs
• Valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Driving License/PAN Card)
• Computer knowledge certificate
• Experience certificate (if claiming age relaxation)

Additional Documents (if applicable):

• Marriage certificate (for married women who changed name)
• Sports certificate (for claiming sports quota benefits)
• NOC from current employer (for government employees)

Step-by-Step Application Process:

Step 1: Visit Official Website

• Go to www.rbi.org.in
• Click on "Opportunities @ RBI" or "Recruitment"
• Find "Recruitment for the Post of Assistant – Panel Year 2025"

Step 2: Online Registration

• Click on "Apply Online" link
• Register with valid Email ID and Mobile Number
• Note down Registration Number/Application Number

Step 3: Fill Application Form

• Login with Registration credentials
• Fill all mandatory fields marked with asterisk (*)
• Provide accurate personal, educational, and contact details
• Select preferred examination center

Step 4: Upload Documents

• Upload recent passport-size photograph (JPG format, max 10 KB)
  • Dimensions: 5 cm height × 3.6 cm width
• Upload signature (JPG format, max 10 KB)
  • Dimensions: 2.5 cm height × 7.5 cm width
• Ensure clear and legible scanned copies

Step 5: Pay Application Fee

• Pay fees online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking
• Save payment receipt for future reference

Step 6: Submit Application

• Review all entered information carefully
• Submit the application form
• Take printout of submitted application for future reference

Important Instructions:

• Apply ONLY through Bank's website www.rbi.org.in
• No other mode of application accepted
• Keep valid mobile number and email ID active throughout recruitment process
• Any correspondence will be through registered email/mobile only