RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the official notification for recruitment to the post of Assistant – Panel Year 2025. A total of 650 vacancies have been announced across various RBI offices in India. The selection process includes Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Language Proficiency Test (LPT). The online application process starts from 16 February 2026 and the last date to apply is 8 March 2026.
| Organisation | Reserve Bank of India |
| Post Name | Assistant |
| Total Vacancy | 650 |
| Starting Date of Application | 16 February 2026 |
| Ending Date of Application | 08 March 2026 |
| Age Limit | 20–28 Years |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks (pass class for SC/ST/PwBD candidates) and knowledge of word processing on a computer. |
| Language Proficiency | Candidates must be proficient in the official/local language of the state under the recruiting office. |
| Age Limit | Between 20 and 28 years as on 01 February 2026. Age relaxation applicable as per government norms. |
| Preliminary Examination | English Language (30), Numerical Ability (35), Reasoning Ability (35) – Total 100 marks, 60 minutes |
| Main Examination | Reasoning (40), English Language (40), Numerical Ability (40), General Awareness (40), Computer Knowledge (40) – Total 200 marks, 135 minutes |
| Negative Marking | 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer in objective tests |
| Post | Vacancy |
| Assistant (All RBI Offices) | 650 |
| Preliminary Examination | Online objective examination qualifying in nature |
| Main Examination | Online objective examination; marks considered for merit |
| Language Proficiency Test (LPT) | Candidates must qualify in local/official language of the recruiting state |
| Final Selection | Based on Main Exam performance, qualifying LPT, document verification, and medical fitness |
| Pay Scale | ₹29,000 – ₹78,640 |
| Gross Monthly Salary | Approx. ₹58,514 (excluding HRA) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / EXS | ₹50 + GST |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹450 + GST |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| What is the starting date to apply for RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026? | The application process starts on 16 February 2026. |
| What is the last date to apply? | The last date to apply online is 08 March 2026. |
| What is the selection process? | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Language Proficiency Test (LPT). |
| What is the age limit? | Minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years as on 01 February 2026. |
| How many vacancies are available? | A total of 650 Assistant vacancies. |
