Vacancy for Grade B posts in RBI, know what is the eligibility to apply
RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 120 Vacancies, Check Eligibility, Exam Dates, and Age Limit
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the notification for RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025, offering a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring to build a career in the central banking sector. This year, a total of 120 Grade B Officer vacancies have been announced under different categories. The online application process has already started, and candidates can apply by visiting the official website rbi.org.in. The last date to submit applications is September 30, 2025.
Vacancy Details
The RBI Grade B recruitment drive for 2025 includes the following posts:
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Grade B (DR) General Officers – 83 posts
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Grade B (DR) Officers in Department of Economics and Policy Research (DEPR) – 17 posts
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Grade B (DR) Officers in Department of Statistics and Information Management (DSIM) – 20 posts
This recruitment aims to select qualified professionals in general management, economics, and statistical research to strengthen the central bank’s workforce.
Eligibility Criteria
RBI has laid down specific eligibility criteria for different categories of Grade B posts.
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Grade B (DR) – General Officers: Candidates must have completed graduation from a recognized university followed by a professional or technical postgraduate qualification.
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Grade B (DR) – DEPR Officers: Applicants should hold a Master’s degree (MA/MSc) in Economics or related fields such as Quantitative Economics, Mathematical Economics, Applied Economics, Econometrics, Financial Economics, Agricultural Economics, Industrial Economics, Development Economics, or International Economics.
Alternatively, candidates with a Master’s degree in Finance or related disciplines such as Quantitative Finance, Mathematical Finance, International Finance, Business Finance, Banking & Trade Finance, Corporate Finance, Project/Infrastructure Finance, or Agri-Business Finance are also eligible. -
Grade B (DR) – DSIM Officers: To apply for this category, candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics, or related areas, with at least 55% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university or institute in India or abroad.
Age Limit
Applicants must be at least 21 years old and not older than 30 years as of September 1, 2025. This means candidates should have been born not earlier than September 2, 1995, and not later than September 1, 2004. Relaxation in the upper age limit will be provided as per government norms.
Selection Process and Exam Dates
The RBI Grade B recruitment process consists of multiple stages, including online examinations and interviews. The schedule for the 2025 exams has been officially released:
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Grade B (DR) – General (Phase I Online Exam): October 18, 2025
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Grade B (DR) – DEPR (Papers 1 & 2) / DSIM (Papers 2 & 3) Phase I Online Exam: October 19, 2025
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Grade B (DR) – General (Phase II Online Exam): December 6, 2025
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Grade B (DR) – DEPR (Papers 1 & 2) / DSIM (Papers 2 & 3) Phase II Written/Online Exam: December 7, 2025
The final merit list will be prepared based on the candidate’s performance in Phase II exams and interviews.
How to Apply
Candidates can apply for RBI Grade B 2025 through the official website by following these steps:
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Visit rbi.org.in and navigate to the recruitment section.
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Register by filling in the required details.
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Complete the application form carefully and upload necessary documents.
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Pay the application fee using Internet banking, debit card, or credit card.
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Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Conclusion
The RBI Grade B Recruitment 2025 is one of the most prestigious banking opportunities in India, attracting thousands of aspirants each year. With 120 vacancies across general, economics, and data science/statistics streams, this recruitment drive is expected to be highly competitive. Eligible candidates should complete the online application process before the deadline of September 30, 2025, and start preparing for the Phase I exams scheduled for October.
For complete details, applicants are advised to visit the official website of RBI at rbi.org.in.
