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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially announced its Grade B Officer recruitment drive for 2025, offering 120 coveted vacancies across three specialized streams. For aspirants seeking a prestigious career in India’s apex financial institution, this is a golden opportunity to step into a role that blends policy-making, economic research, and financial regulation.
Vacancy Breakdown
The 120 openings are distributed across three categories:
- Officers in Grade B (DR) – General: 83 posts
- Officers in Grade B (DR) – Department of Economic and Policy Research (DEPR): 17 posts
- Officers in Grade B (DR) – Department of Statistics and Information Management (DSIM): 20 posts
Application Timeline and Process
- Online application window opens on September 10, 2025
- Deadline for submission is September 30, 2025, by 6 PM
- Candidates must apply via RBI’s official website under the Opportunities section
- Required documents include educational certificates, experience proof, photograph, and signature
- Application fee: Rs 850 for General/OBC candidates, Rs 100 for SC/ST/PwBD applicants
Eligibility Criteria
The RBI has outlined stream-specific academic requirements and age limits:
1. General Stream
- Graduation in any discipline with at least 60 percent marks (50 percent for SC/ST/PwBD)
- Alternatively, post-graduation with 55 percent marks (pass marks for reserved categories)
- Professional qualifications like CA final or equivalent technical degrees are also accepted
2. DEPR Stream
- Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Econometrics, or related fields with a minimum of 55 percent marks
- Candidates with PGDM/MBA (Finance) or research/teaching experience may be eligible for age relaxation
3. DSIM Stream
- Master’s in Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, Mathematical Economics, or related disciplines with at least 55 percent marks
- M.Stat. from ISI or PGDBA from ISI Kolkata/IIT Kharagpur/IIM Calcutta also considered
Age Criteria
- Applicants must be between 21 and 30 years as of July 1, 2025
- MPhil holders can apply up to age 32
- PhD holders are eligible up to age 34
Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted in three rigorous stages:
1. Phase I: Preliminary Examination
- Single paper with 200 questions across General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and Reasoning
- Duration: 120 minutes
- Total marks: 200
2. Phase II: Main Examination
- Stream-specific papers including descriptive and objective formats
- Scheduled for December 6, 2025
3. Phase III: Interview
- Carries 50 marks
- Final selection based on Phase II and interview performance
Exam Dates
- Phase I for General stream: October 18, 2025
- Phase I for DEPR and DSIM: October 19, 2025
- Phase II for all streams: December 6, 2025
Why This Matters
RBI Grade B Officer roles are among the most respected positions in India’s financial sector. They offer:
- Exposure to macroeconomic policy and financial regulation
- A starting gross salary of approximately Rs 1.16 lakh per month
- Opportunities for career growth within the central banking ecosystem
- A chance to contribute directly to India’s economic development
Key Highlights Recap
- 120 vacancies across General, DEPR, and DSIM streams
- Online applications open from September 10 to 30
- Eligibility includes graduation, post-graduation, or professional qualifications
- Selection involves Prelims, Mains, and Interview
- Phase I exams begin October 18
This recruitment drive is more than just a job opening—it’s an invitation to shape the future of India’s financial landscape. For those with the right mix of intellect, discipline, and ambition, the RBI Grade B Officer post is a career-defining opportunity.
Sources: MSN India, NDTV Education, GovtJobsAlert.in
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