Mumbai, September 15, 2025: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Services Board has announced recruitment for the posts of Officers in Grade ‘B’ (Direct Recruit – DR) across General, DEPR (Department of Economic and Policy Research), and DSIM (Department of Statistics and Information Management) cadres for the panel year 2025. The official advertisement, Advt. No. RBISB/BA/03/2025-26, was released with complete details to be published on the RBI’s website.
According to the notification, a total of 120 vacancies will be filled in this recruitment drive. Out of these, 83 posts are for Grade ‘B’ (DR) General, 17 posts for DEPR, and 20 posts for DSIM.
Key Dates and Online Application
The online application process, along with payment of application fees and intimation charges, will begin on September 10, 2025, and remain open until September 30, 2025 (till 6:00 PM). Candidates are required to apply through the official RBI website (www.rbi.org.in).
Examination Schedule
The recruitment examination will be conducted in two phases:
- Phase-I Online Examination for Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General: October 18, 2025
- Phase-I Online Examination for Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR: October 19, 2025
- Phase-II Online Examination for Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General: December 06, 2025
- Phase-II / Written Examination for Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR and DSIM: December 07, 2025
Candidates must carefully check the eligibility criteria, reservation rules, scheme of selection, and other detailed instructions, which will be available in the detailed advertisement on the RBI website and in the Employment News/Rozgar Samachar issue dated September 13, 2025, or subsequent issues.
Selection Process
The selection process involves a two-phase examination followed by an interview. Phase-I will consist of objective-type tests, while Phase-II will include a mix of objective and descriptive papers, depending on the cadre. Final selection will be based on performance in both written exams and interview.
Note on Updates
The RBI has clarified that any corrigendum or updates related to this recruitment will be published only on its official website. Therefore, candidates are advised to regularly visit the website for the latest information.
Conclusion
The RBI Grade ‘B’ examination is one of the most sought-after competitive exams in the country, attracting thousands of aspirants every year due to the prestige, career growth, and opportunities it offers. With 120 vacancies announced for 2025, this recruitment drive presents a significant opportunity for candidates aspiring to build a career with the Reserve Bank of India.
For more details, candidates must refer to the official advertisement on www.rbi.org.in.