Reserve Bank of India Assistant Recruitment 2026: notification released for 650 vacancies. Apply online from 16 February 2026 to 08 March 2026. Check eligibility, age limit, salary, exam date, syllabus, fees and apply link here.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the official notification for Assistant – Panel Year 2026 recruitment.
A total of 650 vacancies have been announced across various offices in India.
The selection process includes Preliminary Exam, Main Exam and Language Proficiency Test (LPT).
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website.
Read the complete details below before applying.
Reserve Bank of India Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Post Name | Assistant |
| Panel Year | 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 650 |
| Application Start Date | 16 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 March 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.rbi.org.in |
Post Details – Total 650 Vacancies
Vacancies are distributed across major RBI offices including:
Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kanpur & Lucknow, Kolkata, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, Thiruvananthapuram.
(Category-wise reservation applicable as per Government of India rules.)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (as on 01/02/2026)
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD).
- Knowledge of word processing on PC.
- Must be proficient in the official/local language of the recruiting office.
Age Limit (as on 01/02/2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- Candidates born between 02/02/1998 and 01/02/2006 (both inclusive).
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: 10–15 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
- Widows/Divorced Women: Up to 35–40 Years
Salary (Pay Scale)
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹29,000/- per month
- Pay Scale: ₹29000–1700(3)–34100–2040(4)–42260–2720(6)–58580–2950(2)–64480–3370(3)–74590–4050(1)–78640
- Initial Gross Salary: Approx. ₹58,514/- per month (without HRA)
- Additional benefits include HRA, medical facilities, allowances, pension scheme, etc.
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/EXS | ₹50 + 18% GST |
| GEN/OBC/EWS | ₹450 + 18% GST |
| RBI Staff | Nil |
Fees are non-refundable.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 16 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 March 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 08 March 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam (Tentative) | 11 April 2026 |
| Main Exam (Tentative) | 07 June 2026 |
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination (Objective)
- Main Examination (Objective)
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Exam Pattern
Preliminary Exam
| Subject | 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 |
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 | 200 |
- Negative Marking: 1/4th mark deduction for wrong answers.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website https://www.rbi.org.in
- Click on “Recruitment for the Post of Assistant – Panel Year 2025”
- Complete New Registration
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee online
- Submit and take printout for future reference
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/rbiafeb26/ |
| Official Notification | https://www.rbi.org.in |
| Official Website | https://www.rbi.org.in |
This is a golden opportunity for graduates who want to work with the Reserve Bank of India. Candidates are advised to apply before the last date and start preparation early for the RBI Assistant 2025 examination.