RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025: Apply for 120 Officer Posts

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the nation's central bank, has released its highly anticipated recruitment notification for the post of Officers in Grade ‘B’ for the year 2025. This is one of the most prestigious career opportunities for graduates in India, offering a challenging role in the country's financial system. A total of 120 vacancies are available across three specialized streams.

The application process is completely online, and the last date to apply is 30th September 2025. Interested and eligible candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.

RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025: Key Details at a Glance

For a quick overview of this premier recruitment drive, refer to the table below:

Aspect	Details
Organization	Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
Post Name	Officer in Grade 'B' (General/DEPR/DSIM)
Total Vacancies	120
Application Mode	Online
Application Dates	10th September 2025 to 30th September 2025
Eligibility	Varies by post (Graduation/Post-Graduation)
Age Limit	21 - 30 Years (As on 01-09-2025)
Selection Process	Phase-I → Phase-II → Interview
Application Fee	Gen/OBC/EWS: ₹850 • SC/ST/PwBD: ₹100
Salary	₹78,450 – ₹1,40,600 per month (approx. ₹1.2 Lakhs CTC)
Job Location	Across India
Official Website	RBI Careers

Detailed Post-Wise Vacancy & Eligibility

The vacancy distribution and key eligibility criteria for the three streams are:

Post Name	Vacancies	Key Educational Qualification
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (General)	83	Graduation with 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD) OR Post-Graduation with 55% marks.
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DEPR) (Dept. of Econ. & Policy Research)	17	Master’s Degree in Economics/Finance with 55% (50% for SC/ST/PwD). A Doctorate degree is preferred.
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DSIM) (Dept. of Stats. & Info. Mgmt.)	20	Master’s in Statistics/Mathematics/Data Science OR 4-year Bachelor’s with 60% (50% for SC/ST/PwD). A Ph.D. is preferred.

Age Limit

Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age Relaxation: Applicable for candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen as per the Government of India rules.

Selection Process

The selection process is rigorous and varies by cadre:

1. For General Cadre:

Phase-I (Prelims): Online objective test on General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning.
Phase-II (Mains): Three papers - Economic & Social Issues (Objective), English (Descriptive), and Finance & Management (Objective).
Interview: For candidates shortlisted from Phase-II.

2. For DEPR/DSIM Cadre:

Phase-I: Online objective test based on the relevant subject (Economics/Statistics).
Phase-II: Descriptive written examination.
Interview: For final selection.

Salary and Compensation

Selected candidates will be appointed in Grade ‘B’ with a starting basic pay of ₹55,200/-. The total initial monthly emoluments are approximately ₹78,450 (without accommodation) and can go up to ₹1,40,600 at the top of the scale. The Cost to Company (CTC) is around ₹1.2 lakhs per month, including dearness allowance, house rent allowance, grade allowance, and other benefits.

Application Fee

The application fee must be paid online.

General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹850/- + 18% GST = ₹1,003
SC / ST / PwD Candidates: ₹100/- + 18% GST = ₹118
RBI Staff: Nil

Important Dates

Start Date to Apply Online: 10/09/2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 30/09/2025
Phase-I Exam (General): 18/10/2025
Phase-II Exam (General): 06/12/2025
Phase-I Exam (DEPR/DSIM): 19/10/2025
Phase-II Exam (DEPR/DSIM): 07/12/2025

How to Apply Online for RBI Grade B 2025?

Follow these steps to apply:

Visit the Official Website: Go to the RBI careers portal: https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/BS_VacancyTender.aspx.
Find the Recruitment Link: Click on the advertisement for "Recruitment for Officers in Grade 'B' - (General) - DR, DEPR, DSIM - 2025".
Read Notification: Download the official notification PDF and read all instructions, syllabus, and eligibility criteria carefully.
Click on Apply Online: Find and click on the "Apply Online" link for the relevant post.
Register: Complete the registration process to generate a provisional registration number and password.
Fill Application Form: Log in and fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and left thumb impression in the specified format and size.
Pay Application Fee: Pay the requisite application fee online based on your category.
Submit and Print: Review the application thoroughly, submit it, and take a printout of the final submitted application form for your records.