The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the official notification for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026. A total of 650 vacancies have been announced for the Assistant post across various RBI offices in India. Graduates looking for a prestigious banking job in India’s central bank can apply online through the official website. Interested candidates should complete their application before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 16 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 08 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 08 March 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 11 April 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 07 June 2026 |
Candidates should complete their application before 08 March 2026 as the application window will close afterward.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹450
- SC / ST / PwBD / EXSM: ₹50
- Payment Method: Online through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI / Other Online Modes.
Post Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Age Limit | Minimum Education Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| RBI Assistant | 650 | 20 – 28 Years | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university |
Additional Requirement:
- Knowledge of the local language of the applied state/region is mandatory.
Category Wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (General) | 346 |
| OBC | 99 |
| SC | 110 |
| ST | 37 |
| EWS | 58 |
| Total | 650 Posts |
Vacancies are distributed across several RBI regional offices including Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati, Bhopal, Jaipur, and others.
Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks |
Duration: 60 Minutes
Main Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 |
| English Language | 40 | 40 |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 200 Questions | 200 Marks |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Selection Process
Preliminary Examination
Main Examination
Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Final selection will be based on performance in the mains exam and LPT qualification.
Important Links
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Check Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Click Here |
| RBI Official Website | Click Here |