RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 650 Assistant Posts
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RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 650 Assistant Posts

Reserve Bank of India has released the RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification for 650 Assistant vacancies. Eligible graduates can apply online from 16 February 2026 to 08 March 2026. Selection will be through Prelims, Mains, and Language Proficiency Test. Check eligibility, salary, fees, and apply before the last date.

Total vacancies: 650

Applications open

Feb 16, 2026

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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.

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RBI Assistant Notification 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the RBI Assistant Notification 2026 for recruitment to the post of Assistant (Panel Year 2025). A total of 650 vacancies have been announced across RBI offices in India. The online application process started on 16 February 2026 and will remain open until 08 March 2026.

Selection will be conducted through Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Language Proficiency Test (LPT). The RBI Assistant role involves clerical and operational responsibilities such as maintaining records, handling transactions, and supporting banking operations. 

RBI Assistant 2026 Notification

Check eligibility and apply online before the last date to secure your opportunity with RBI.


RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Highlights

The RBI Assistant exam is a national-level banking recruitment exam conducted annually by RBI to recruit graduate candidates for Assistant posts across India.

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationReserve Bank of India (RBI)
Recruitment NameRBI Assistant Recruitment 2026
Post NameAssistant
Total Vacancies650
Application ModeOnline
Age Limit20 to 28 years
Salary / Pay Scale₹29,000 basic; approx. ₹58,514 gross monthly
Selection ProcessPrelims, Mains, Language Proficiency Test

RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

The RBI Assistant Notification 2026 was released along with the complete schedule including exam dates.

EventDate
Notification Release Date16 February 2026
Application Start Date16 February 2026
Last Date to Apply08 March 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment08 March 2026
Prelims Exam Date11 April 2026
Mains Exam Date07 June 2026
Admit Card DateWill be updated soon

RBI Assistant Vacancy Details

RBI has announced a total of 650 Assistant vacancies across various RBI offices in India. The vacancies are distributed category-wise as follows:

CategoryVacancies
General (UR)346
OBC99
SC110
ST37
EWS58
Total650

Major vacancy locations include Mumbai, Chennai, Kanpur & Lucknow, New Delhi, Bengaluru, and others.


Eligibility Criteria for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026

E1) Education Qualification

Candidates must meet the following educational criteria:

PostQualificationAdditional Requirements
AssistantBachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks (Pass for SC/ST/PwBD)Knowledge of computer and proficiency in local language

 

Candidates must also have proficiency in the official language of the respective state/office. 

RBI Assistant 2026 Notification


E2) Age Limit

Candidates must meet the following age criteria:

CriteriaDetails
Minimum Age20 years
Maximum Age28 years
Cut-off Date01 February 2026
Birth Range02 February 1998 to 01 February 2006

Age Relaxation:

CategoryRelaxation
SC/ST5 years
OBC3 years
PwBD10 years (Gen), 13 years (OBC), 15 years (SC/ST)
Ex-ServicemenService period + 3 years
Widows/Divorced WomenUp to 10 years
RBI Staff ExperienceUp to 3 years

RBI Assistant Application Fee

Candidates must pay the application fee online during the registration process.

CategoryApplication Fee
General / OBC / EWS₹450 + 18% GST
SC / ST / PwBD / EXS₹50 + 18% GST
RBI StaffNil

Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Wallets)


Salary Details

RBI Assistant offers a highly attractive salary with allowances and benefits.

ComponentDetails
Basic Pay₹29,000 per month
Pay Scale₹29,000 – ₹78,640
Gross SalaryApprox. ₹58,514 per month
AllowancesDA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Medical, etc.

Additional perks include medical facilities, loans, leave benefits, and career growth opportunities. 

RBI Assistant 2026 Notification


Selection Process

The selection process for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 consists of three stages:

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination
Stage 2: Main Examination
Stage 3: Language Proficiency Test (LPT)

Exam Pattern Summary

Prelims Exam Pattern:

SubjectQuestionsMarksDuration
English Language303020 min
Numerical Ability353520 min
Reasoning Ability353520 min
Total10010060 min

Mains Exam Pattern:

SubjectQuestionsMarksDuration
Reasoning404030 min
Quantitative Aptitude404030 min
English Language404030 min
General Awareness404025 min
Computer Knowledge404020 min
Total200200135 min

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer. 

RBI Assistant 2026 Notification


Important Links

Candidates can use the official RBI website to apply online and download the notification.

Link TypeLink
Official Notification PDFNotification  link
Apply Online LinkApply link
Official Websitewww.rbi.org.in
Applications open

Feb 16, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the eligibility for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks and be aged between 20 to 28 years.
2. What is the educational qualification for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026?
A graduate degree in any discipline with computer knowledge and proficiency in local language is required.
3. What is the age limit for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 01 February 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories.
4. What is the salary of RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The starting basic pay is ₹29,000 per month and gross monthly salary is approximately ₹58,514.
5. What is the application fee for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹450 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹50 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
6. What is the selection process for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Selection includes Prelims, Mains Exam, and Language Proficiency Test.
7. What is the last date to apply online for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 08 March 2026.
8. How many vacancies are announced in RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026?
A total of 650 Assistant vacancies have been announced.
9. What is the exam date for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Prelims exam will be held on 11 April 2026 and mains exam on 07 June 2026.
10. Where can I download RBI Assistant Notification 2026 PDF?
You can download the notification from the Jobsme website under the Important Links section.
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