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🏦 RBI Assistant 2026 Notification Out for 650 Vacancies – Exam Dates, Pattern, Eligibility, Salary & Apply Online
RBI Assistant 2026 Notification Out: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the RBI Assistant Notification for Panel Year 2025, announcing a total of 650 Assistant vacancies across multiple offices. This is one of the most sought-after banking recruitments offering excellent salary, job security, and career growth opportunities.
Selection will be conducted through a country-wide competitive examination comprising:
- ✅ Preliminary Examination
- ✅ Main Examination
- ✅ Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
📌 RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Post Name | Assistant |
| Panel Year | 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 650 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Prelims + Mains + LPT |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | www.rbi.org.in |
📊 RBI Assistant Vacancy Details
| Office | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 20 |
| Bengaluru | 24 |
| Bhopal | 30 |
| Bhubaneswar | 18 |
| Chandigarh | 20 |
| Chennai | 53 |
| Guwahati | 36 |
| Hyderabad | 11 |
| Jaipur | 11 |
| Jammu | 10 |
| Kanpur & Lucknow | 50 |
| Kolkata | 29 |
| Mumbai | 249 |
| Nagpur | 17 |
| New Delhi | 49 |
| Patna | 17 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 06 |
| Total | 650 |
🎓 Educational Qualification
| Minimum Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline |
| Minimum Marks | 50% (Pass Class for SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Computer Knowledge | Knowledge of Word Processing on PC |
| Language Requirement | Proficiency in Local Language of Recruiting Office |
Also Check: RRB JE/DMS/CMA 05/2025 Exam City Intimation Out
🎂 Age Limit (as on 01/02/2026)
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
✅ Age Relaxation:
- ✅ SC/ST – 5 Years
- ✅ OBC – 3 Years
- ✅ PwBD – Up to 15 Years
- ✅ Ex-Servicemen – As per rules
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/EXS | ₹50 + GST |
| GEN/OBC/EWS | ₹450 + GST |
| RBI Staff | Nil |
📝 Selection Process of RBI Assistant 2026
- ✅ Preliminary Examination
- ✅ Main Examination
- ✅ Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
📘 Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
📗 Main Exam Pattern
| Section | 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 deducted for each wrong answer.
💼 Salary & Benefits
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹29,000/- per month |
| Gross Salary (Approx.) | ₹58,514/- per month |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, Transport, etc. |
Additional Perks:
- ✅ Bank Accommodation
- ✅ Medical Benefits
- ✅ Leave Fare Concession
- ✅ Pension Scheme
- ✅ Festival Advance
🖥️ How to Apply for RBI Assistant 2026
- Visit www.rbi.org.in
- Click on RBI Assistant Recruitment Link
- Complete Registration
- Fill Application Form
- Upload Documents
- Pay Application Fee
- Submit & Print Form
📅 Important Dates
| Application Start | 16 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 March 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 11 April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Mains Exam Date | 07 June 2026 (Tentative) |
🔗 Important Links
| Official Website | www.rbi.org.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Click to Apply |
🚨 Final Note: LPT is mandatory. Candidates not proficient in local language will be disqualified.
❓ FAQs – RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are released under RBI Assistant 2026?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a total of 650 Assistant vacancies across various offices.
Q2. What is the salary of an RBI Assistant?
The approximate gross monthly salary is ₹58,514/-. The starting basic pay is around ₹29,000/- plus allowances.
Q3. What is the selection process?
Selection will be conducted through Prelims → Mains → Language Proficiency Test (LPT).
Q4. Is there negative marking in the exam?
Yes. 1/4th mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Q5. What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 20 to 28 years as per the notification. Relaxations apply as per rules.
Q6. Is local language proficiency mandatory?
Yes. Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the recruiting office.
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