The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially announced the RBI Officer Grade B Final Result 2026. Candidates who appeared for the rigorous multi-phase selection process under Advertisement Number RBISB/BA/01/2026-27 can now check their qualifying status on the official RBI portal.
This nationwide recruitment drive aims to fill 60 prestigious vacancies across General, DEPR, and DSIM cadres. Successful candidates will secure a lucrative central banking career with a starting basic pay of ₹78,450 per month.
Overview
The Reserve Bank of India conducts the Officer Grade B examination annually to recruit top-tier talent for managerial positions. The 2026 recruitment cycle featured online examinations across two phases followed by interviews, successfully concluding with the release of the final merit list on October 15, 2026, for a total of 60 openings across India.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: April 29, 2026
- Application Closing Date: May 20, 2026
- Phase-I Online Exam (General): June 13, 2026
- Phase-I Online Exam (DEPR/DSIM): June 14, 2026
- Phase-I Result Declared: June 25, 2026
- Phase-II Online Exam (General): July 25, 2026
- Phase-II Online Exam (DEPR/DSIM): July 26, 2026
- Phase-II Result Declared: August 22, 2026
- Final Result Declared: October 15, 2026
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Age Limit (As on April 1, 2026) | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Officer in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General | 40 | 21 to 30 years | Graduation in any discipline or equivalent technical/professional qualification. |
| Officer in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR | 10 | 21 to 30 years | Master’s Degree in Economics, Quantitative Economics, Mathematical Economics, Applied Economics, or Finance. |
| Officer in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM | 10 | 21 to 30 years | Master’s Degree with minimum 55% marks in Statistics, Mathematics, Econometrics, or related fields, or a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree. |
Application Fee
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹100/- plus 18% GST (Intimation Charges only)
- GEN / OBC / EWS: ₹850/- plus 18% GST (Application Fee including Intimation Charges)
- RBI Staff: Nil
How to Apply
- Navigate to the official Reserve Bank of India website at rbi.org.in.
- Locate and click on the recruitment or opportunities section for the Officer Grade B Panel Year 2026.
- Review the detailed notification instructions and carefully fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational data.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, photographs, and signatures as per specified guidelines.
- Complete the transaction for the application fee online and submit your form before the deadline.
- Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
Source: govtjobguru.in
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