The Reserve Bank of India has announced recruitment for 120 vacancies of Officer Grade B. The online application process has started today, August 10. Candidates seeking a government job and meeting the eligibility criteria can apply online by visiting the official website opportunities.rbi.org.in. The last date to submit the application form is September 30, 2025. Applicants are advised to carefully check the eligibility requirements before applying.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for this RBI Grade B Officer recruitment, candidates must hold a graduation degree in any stream with at least 60% marks, or a postgraduate degree (MA/MSc) in the relevant field, or a master’s degree with at least 55% marks from a recognized university/institute. Reserved category candidates are given a 5% relaxation in the minimum marks requirement.
Age Limit
Applicants must be at least 21 years old and not older than 30 years. Relaxation in the upper age limit will be provided to reserved categories as per government norms.
How to Apply
Candidates can apply directly for this recruitment. For convenience, here are the steps and the direct link:
1. Visit the official portal ibpsreg.ibps.in/rbioaug25/.
2. On the homepage, click on “Click here for New Registration” and complete the registration by filling in the required details.
3. Enter other details to complete the form.
4. Upload your photograph and signature.
5. Pay the prescribed application fee and submit the form.
6. After submission, take a printout of the application form and keep it safe for future reference.
Application Fee
While submitting the application form, candidates from the General, OBC, and EWS categories are required to pay ₹850 (+18% GST). For candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Persons with Disabilities (PwD), the fee is ₹100 (+18% GST). Employees of RBI applying under the staff category are exempted from paying any application fee.
Important dates
- Application Start Date: 10 August 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 30 September 2025
- Admit Card Release: To be notified
- Exam Date: To be notified
Vacancy Breakup
RBI Grade B Salary & Perks
- Basic Pay: ₹55,200/- per month
- Gross Monthly Salary: Around ₹1,08,000/-
- Benefits: HRA, Dearness Allowance, Leave Fare Concession, Medical Facilities, Pension, Education Allowance, etc.
Age Relaxation
- OBC: +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- PwD: +10 years
- Ex-Servicemen & other categories: As per government norms
Selection Process
- Phase I (Prelims): Online Objective Test
- Phase II (Mains): Descriptive + Objective Papers
- Interview: Final Stage
Exam Pattern
Phase I: General Awareness, English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning
Phase II: Economics, Finance & Management, English (Descriptive)
Interview: Personality test based on Phase II performance
Preparation Tip
- Focus on Current Affairs (last 6 months), Economics, Finance, and RBI reports.
- Practice previous years’ RBI Grade B papers for speed & accuracy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies have been announced for RBI Grade B 2025?
A total of 120 Officer Grade B posts have been released by the Reserve Bank of India.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for RBI Grade B 2025?
The application window will remain open till 30 September 2025.
Q3. What is the application fee for RBI Grade B 2025?
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹850 + 18% GST
- SC/ST/PwD: ₹100 + 18% GST
- RBI Staff: Exempted from fee
Q4. What is the age limit to apply?
Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years as of the cut-off date. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
Q5. What is the educational qualification required for RBI Grade B 2025?
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree with at least 60% marks or a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks from a recognized university. Reserved category candidates get a 5% relaxation.
Q6. What is the selection process for RBI Grade B?
The recruitment process involves three stages:
- Phase I (Prelims) – Objective Test
- Phase II (Mains) – Descriptive & Objective Papers
- Interview – Final round
Q7. What is the salary of an RBI Grade B Officer?
The initial basic pay is ₹55,200/- per month. With allowances, the gross monthly salary is around ₹1.08 lakh, along with several benefits like HRA, medical facilities, and pension.
Q8. Where can I apply for RBI Grade B 2025?
You can apply online through the official link: ibpsreg.ibps.in/rbioaug25 or visit the RBI’s official career portal: opportunities.rbi.org.in.
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