The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), India’s central bank, has officially kicked off its recruitment drive for the panel year 2026. This year, the RBI is inviting applications for two of its most prestigious cadres: Officers in Grade ‘B’ (General/DEPR/DSIM) and Junior Engineers (Civil/Electrical).
With a total of 71 vacancies announced, this is the ultimate opportunity for graduates and engineering professionals to enter the “Mint Street.” The RBI Grade B role is often considered the “Gold Standard” of banking jobs in India due to its unmatched prestige and salary package.
RBI Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
Timing is everything for RBI exams. Mark these dates in your calendar to ensure you don’t miss the application window or the exam.
| Event | RBI Grade B (Officers) | RBI Junior Engineer (JE) |
| Notification Release | April 29, 2026 | April 16, 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | April 29, 2026 | April 16, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 20, 2026 (6:00 PM) | May 6, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Exam Date | June 13 & 14, 2026 | June 6, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Phase 2 Exam Date | July 25 & 26, 2026 | To be announced |
Vacancy Breakdown 2026
The 2026 cycle features a specialized vacancy list for both administrative and technical roles.
A. Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR)
- General Cadre: 40 Posts
- DEPR (Economics): 10 Posts
- DSIM (Statistics): 10 Posts
- Total: 60 Posts
B. Junior Engineers (JE)
- JE Civil: 07 Posts
- JE Electrical: 04 Posts
- Total: 11 Posts
Eligibility Criteria (Age & Education)
RBI maintains high standards for its recruits. Ensure you meet the following criteria before paying the application fee.
Age Limit (As of April 1, 2026)
| Post Name | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| Officer Grade B | 21 Years | 30 Years |
| Junior Engineer | 20 Years | 30 Years |
| Relaxation | OBC: 3 Years, SC/ST: 5 Years, PwBD: 10 Years |
Educational Qualification
- Grade B (General): Graduation with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) OR Post-Graduation with 55% marks.
- Grade B (DEPR/DSIM): Master’s Degree in Economics/Econometrics/Statistics/Mathematics with 55% marks.
- Junior Engineer (Civil/Elec): * Diploma: Minimum 3-year Diploma with 65% marks + 2 years experience.
- Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with 55% marks + 1 year experience.
Selection Process: The Road to Mint Street
The selection process is designed to test both your mental agility and professional expertise.
For Grade B Officers:
- Phase 1 (Objective): GA, Quant, Reasoning, and English (200 Marks).
- Phase 2 (Descriptive + Objective): ESI, Finance & Management, and English Writing (300 Marks).
- Interview: Personality test evaluating your suitability for central banking.
For Junior Engineers:
- Online Exam: Objective test covering General Aptitude and Engineering Discipline (300 Marks).
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT): Qualifying test in the local language of the recruitment zone.
- Document Verification & Medical.
Salary & Perks: Why RBI?
The RBI is famous for offering the best salary and allowance structure in the Indian financial sector.
- RBI Grade B Salary: The gross monthly salary is approximately ₹1,50,374.
- RBI Junior Engineer Salary: The gross monthly salary is approximately ₹91,309.
- Additional Perks: Bank’s accommodation (or high HRA), Reimbursement of expenses for newspaper, telephone, book grant, medical aid, LFC, and subsidized lunch.
How to Apply Online at rbi.org.in
- Visit the official RBI website: www.rbi.org.in.
- Navigate to “Opportunities @RBI” > “Current Vacancies” > “Vacancies”.
- Click on the respective recruitment link (Grade B or JE).
- Register using your email and mobile number to get a Registration ID and Password.
- Fill in the application form, upload your Photo & Signature, and pay the fee.
- Application Fee: * General/OBC/EWS: ₹850 (Grade B) / ₹450 (JE)
- SC/ST/PwBD: ₹100 (Grade B) / ₹50 (JE)
Important Links
| RBI Grade B Apply Link | Apply Here |
| RBI Junior Engineer Apply Link | Apply Here |
| Download Grade B Notification (PDF) | Download PDF |
| Official RBI Career Portal | rbi.org.in |
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