The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the notification for the RBI Officer Grade B Recruitment 2025, opening doors for aspirants who wish to build a prestigious career in India’s central banking institution. RBI Grade B is one of the most sought-after government jobs because it offers not only a secure future but also attractive perks, growth opportunities, and the chance to contribute to the nation’s financial system.
For the year 2025, the online application process starts on 10 September 2025 and will continue until 30 September 2025. Candidates are advised to complete their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
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Event |
Date |
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Application Start Date |
10 September 2025 |
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Last Date for Apply Online |
30 September 2025 |
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Pay Exam Fee Last Date |
30 September 2025 |
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Phase I Admit Card |
October 2025 |
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Phase I Exam (General) |
18 October 2025 |
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Phase I Exam (DEPR/DSIM) |
19 October 2025 |
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Phase II Admit Card Release |
November 2025 |
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Phase II Exam (General) |
06 December 2025 |
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Phase II Exam (DEPR/DSIM) |
07 December 2025 |
💰 Application Fee Details
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Category |
Amount |
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General / OBC / EWS |
₹850/- |
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SC / ST / PwBD |
₹100/- |
💳 Payment Methods
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Mobile Wallet / Cash Card
🎯 Age Limit (As on 01 July 2025)
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Category |
Age |
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Minimum Age |
21 Years |
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Maximum Age |
30 years |
Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per rules.
📢 Vacancy Details : 120 Posts
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Post Name |
Total Posts |
Eligibility Criteria |
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Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General |
83 |
Graduation in any subject with at least 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) OR Post-Graduation with 55% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD). |
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Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR |
17 |
Master’s degree in Economics, Econometrics, Quantitative Economics, Mathematical Economics, Integrated Economics, or Finance with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD). |
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Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM |
20 |
Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, Mathematical Economics, Econometrics, Statistics & Informatics (IIT-Kharagpur), or Applied Statistics & Informatics (IIT-Bombay) with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade). |
Steps to Apply Online for RBI Grade B 2025
Here’s a simple guide for candidates to apply online:
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Visit the official Reserve Bank of India careers portal.
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Look for the recruitment section and click on the link for “RBI Officer Grade B 2025 Online Application.”
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Register yourself by providing basic details such as name, mobile number, and email ID.
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Log in with the registration number and password received via email/SMS.
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Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience (if applicable).
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Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents in the specified format.
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Pay the application fee online through debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
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Review the form carefully and click on “Final Submit.”
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Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Application Fee (Expected Structure)
While the official fee structure for 2025 will be confirmed in the notification, typically it follows this pattern:
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General/OBC Candidates: Higher application fee (approx. ₹850)
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SC/ST/PwD Candidates: Concessional fee (approx. ₹100–150)
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RBI Staff Members: Often exempted from paying fees
Examination Pattern for RBI Grade B
The recruitment process involves multiple stages:
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Phase I (Preliminary): Objective test covering General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning.
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Phase II (Main): Descriptive and objective tests focusing on Economics, Finance, and English writing skills.
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Interview: Shortlisted candidates from Phase II are called for an interview to assess their personality, communication, and subject knowledge.