RBI Assistant Recruitment 2025 – (650 Vacancies)
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the notification for Recruitment of Assistant – Panel Year 2025. This is a golden opportunity for graduates who wish to work in India’s central banking institution. A total of 650 vacancies have been announced across various offices in India.
The selection will be conducted through a Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Language Proficiency Test (LPT). Interested candidates can apply online within the prescribed dates. Below is the complete detailed information including important dates, eligibility, exam pattern, salary, and application process.
🔔 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 16 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 March 2026 |
| Fee Payment (Online) | 16 Feb – 08 March 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam (Tentative) | 11 April 2026 |
| Main Exam (Tentative) | 07 June 2026 |
| Edit Window | To be notified on RBI website |
Note: RBI reserves the right to change examination dates.
📌 Total Vacancies – 650 Posts
The recruitment is being conducted for multiple RBI offices across India including:
Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kanpur & Lucknow, Kolkata, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, and Thiruvananthapuram.
👉 Total Vacancies: 650
Category-wise breakup:
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SC – 110
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ST – 37
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OBC – 99
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EWS – 58
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General – 346
(Reservation applicable as per Government of India norms including PwBD & Ex-Servicemen.)
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
1️⃣ Nationality
Candidate must be:
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Citizen of India, OR
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Subject of Nepal/Bhutan, OR
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Tibetan refugee (before 1 Jan 1962), OR
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Person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries (with eligibility certificate).
2️⃣ Age Limit (As on 01 February 2026)
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Minimum Age: 20 years
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Maximum Age: 28 years
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Candidates born between 02/02/1998 and 01/02/2006 (inclusive) are eligible.
Age Relaxation:
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SC/ST – 5 years
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OBC – 3 years
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PwBD – 10 to 15 years (depending on category)
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Ex-Servicemen – As per service rendered
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Widows/Divorced Women – Up to 35 years (40 for SC/ST)
3️⃣ Educational Qualification (As on 01 Feb 2026)
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Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline
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Minimum 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD)
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Knowledge of Word Processing on PC
👉 Ex-servicemen candidates must either be graduates or have passed matriculation with 15 years of defense service.
👉 Candidate must be proficient in the local language of the concerned RBI office.
📝 Selection Process
Selection will be conducted in three stages:
🔹 Phase 1: Preliminary Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 min |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
✔️ Negative Marking: 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer.
🔹 Phase 2: Main Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| English | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 25 min |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 20 min |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 135 min |
🔹 Phase 3: Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Candidates shortlisted from the Main Examination must appear for LPT in the official/local language of the state.
Failure to qualify LPT will lead to disqualification.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/EXS | ₹50 + 18% GST |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹450 + 18% GST |
| RBI Staff | Nil |
Fees are non-refundable.
💵 Salary & Benefits
💼 Pay Scale:
Starting Basic Pay: ₹29,000 per month
Pay Structure:
₹29000–1700(3)–34100–2040(4)–42260–2720(6)–58580–2950(2)–64480–3370(3)–74590–4050(1)–78640
👉 Initial Gross Monthly Salary: Approx. ₹58,514 (without HRA)
🏠 Allowances & Perks:
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15% House Rent Allowance (if not staying in bank accommodation)
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Medical reimbursement
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Leave Fare Concession
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Festival Advance (Interest Free)
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Housing Loan (Concessional rate)
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Pension under New Pension Scheme
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Gratuity
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Annual Health Checkup
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Promotion opportunities
📍 Posting & Transfer
Selected candidates will be posted in the respective recruitment zone (East, West, North, South) but are liable for transfer within the zone as per administrative requirements.
🚫 Important Instructions
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Mobile phones and electronic devices are strictly banned in exam premises.
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Calculators are not allowed.
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Apply online only via RBI website.
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Multiple applications: Only the last submitted application will be considered valid.
IMPORTANT LINKS: RBI Assistant Recruitment 2025 – (650 Vacancies)
Apply Online Link |
Click Here |
Download Official Notification |
Click Here |
RBI Official Website |
Click Here |
🖥️ How to Apply?
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Visit RBI official website.
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Click on “Recruitment for the Post of Assistant – Panel Year 2025”.
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Complete New Registration.
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Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Thumb Impression, Handwritten Declaration).
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Pay application fee.
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Submit and print application form.
🎯 Why Apply for RBI Assistant?
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Prestigious Central Government Job
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Attractive Salary
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Excellent Work-Life Balance
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Promotion Opportunities
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Strong Job Security
🔎 Final Words
The RBI Assistant Recruitment 2025 offers an excellent opportunity for graduates aiming for a stable and prestigious banking career. With 650 vacancies, structured promotion prospects, and an impressive salary package, this recruitment is expected to witness high competition.
Interested candidates are advised to apply well before the last date and start preparation immediately.
For official updates and corrigendum, candidates must regularly visit the official RBI website.
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