Hey learners,
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the notification for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 (Panel Year 2025). A total of 650 Assistant vacancies have been announced across various RBI offices in India. This is a golden opportunity for graduates seeking a stable and prestigious banking career with India’s central bank.
RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026: Overview
RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026: Vacancies Details
RBI has announced 650 Assistant posts distributed across multiple regional offices including:
Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kanpur & Lucknow, Kolkata, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna and Thiruvananthapuram.
The highest number of vacancies has been announced for Mumbai Office, followed by Chennai, Kanpur & Lucknow, and New Delhi.
Note: RBI reserves the right to increase or decrease vacancies as per administrative requirements.
| RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026: Important Dates | RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026: Application Fee |
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Commencement of Online Application: 16.02.2026 Last Date of Online Application: 08.03.2026 Preliminary Examination (Tentative): 11.04.2026 Main Examination (Tentative): 07.06.2026 Edit Window: Dates to be notified on official website **All Information Subject to Official RBI Notification |
General / OBC / EWS: ₹450 + 18% GST SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: ₹50 + 18% GST RBI Staff Candidates: Nil |
RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility conditions.
1. Nationality
Applicant must be:
- A citizen of India, OR
- A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, OR
- A Tibetan refugee (who came before 1 January 1962), OR
- A person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries (with Government of India eligibility certificate).
2. Age Limit (As on 01 February 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- Candidates must be born between 02 February 1998 and 01 February 2006 (both inclusive).
- Age Relaxation as per notification
3. Educational Qualification (As on 01 February 2026)
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD candidates).
- Knowledge of word processing on PC is mandatory.
- Candidate must be proficient in the local language of the respective RBI office applied for.
RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The selection process consists of three stages:
1. Preliminary Examination (Online)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 min |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
- Objective type questions
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
2. Main Examination (Online)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| English Language | 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 |
Candidates must qualify each section separately.
3. Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Candidates shortlisted from the Main Examination must qualify the Local Language Test.
Failure to qualify LPT will lead to disqualification.
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RBI Assistant 2025 – How to Apply Online?
- Visit the official RBI website.
- Click on “Recruitment for the Post of Assistant – Panel Year 2025”.
- Register using email ID and mobile number.
- Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Pay application fee online.
- Submit the form and download confirmation page.
Only online applications are accepted.
RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is there any RBI Assistant exam in 2026?
Yes. The RBI Assistant Recruitment 2025 (Panel Year 2025) examination is scheduled in 2026. The Preliminary Exam is tentatively scheduled for 11 April 2026, and the Main Examination is tentatively scheduled for 07 June 2026.
2. What is the qualification for RBI vacancy 2026?
To apply for RBI Assistant 2026:
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD).
Knowledge of word processing on PC is mandatory.
Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the RBI office they are applying for.
3. What is the salary of RBI Assistant in 2026?
The starting Basic Pay for RBI Assistant is ₹29,000 per month.
Initial Gross Salary: Approximately ₹58,514 per month (excluding HRA).
HRA: 15% of pay (if RBI accommodation is not provided).
Includes allowances such as medical benefits, LFC, festival advance, and pension benefits.
RBI Assistant is considered one of the highest-paying clerical-level banking jobs in India.
4. What is the age limit for RBI Assistant 2026?
Minimum Age: 20 years
Maximum Age: 28 years (as on 01 February 2026)
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per RBI rules.
5. What is the RBI Assistant syllabus 2026?
The RBI Assistant 2026 syllabus includes:
Preliminary Exam:
English Language
Numerical Ability
Reasoning Ability
Main Exam:
Reasoning
English Language
Numerical Ability
General Awareness
Computer Knowledge
There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
7. What is the last date to apply for RBI Assistant 2026?
The last date to apply online is 08 March 2026.
Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
8. What is the application fee for RBI Assistant 2026?
General/OBC/EWS: ₹450 + 18% GST
SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen: ₹50 + 18% GST
RBI Staff Candidates: No fee
The application fee is non-refundable.
9. What is the RBI Assistant cut-off?
The RBI Assistant cut-off varies each year based on:
Number of vacancies
Difficulty level of exam
Number of candidates appearing
Category-wise competition
Cut-off is released separately for each state/office after the examination.
10. What is the selection process for RBI Assistant 2026?
The selection process includes:
Preliminary Examination
Main Examination
Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Final selection is based on performance in the Main Examination and qualifying the LPT.
11. Is RBI Grade B Notification 2026 related to RBI Assistant?
No. RBI Grade B and RBI Assistant are different recruitments.
RBI Assistant is a clerical-level post.
RBI Grade B is an officer-level post with higher eligibility criteria and salary.
Candidates must check separate notifications for RBI Grade B 2026.