🎯 IMPORTANT UPDATE (January 19, 2026):
Reserve Bank of India has officially declared the RBI Grade B Phase-II Result 2026 on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the Phase-II examination held on December 6-7, 2025 can now check their result status. The result determines eligibility for the Interview/Phase-III stage of RBI Officer Grade B (DR) Recruitment 2025.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the much-awaited RBI Grade B Phase-II Result 2026 for the Officer Grade B (Direct Recruitment) examination in three streams: General, DEPR (Department of Economic and Policy Research), and DSIM (Department of Statistics and Information Management). The Phase-II examination was conducted on December 6-7, 2025, and successful candidates will now proceed to the Interview stage (Phase-III).
| Event / Activity | Important Dates | Day / Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| RBI Grade B Notification Release Date | September 10, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Online Application Start Date | September 10, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Last Date to Apply Online | September 30, 2025 | Tuesday |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | September 30, 2025 | Tuesday |
| RBI Grade B Phase-I Admit Card | October 10, 2025 | Friday |
| Phase-I Exam (General) | October 18, 2025 | Saturday |
| Phase-I Exam (DEPR/DSIM) | October 19, 2025 | Sunday |
| Phase-I Result Declaration | November 11, 2025 | Tuesday |
| Phase-I Scorecard Release | November 18, 2025 | Tuesday |
| Phase-II Admit Card Release | November 28, 2025 | Friday |
| Phase-II Exam (General) | December 6, 2025 | Saturday |
| Phase-II Exam (DEPR/DSIM) | December 7, 2025 | Sunday |
| PHASE-II RESULT DECLARATION | January 19, 2026 | Monday |
| Interview (Phase-III) Schedule | To Be Announced | Will Be Updated |
| Final Result Declaration | Expected March-April 2026 | To Be Notified |
| Conducting Authority | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Post Name | Officer in Grade 'B' (Direct Recruitment) |
| Streams | General, DEPR (Economic and Policy Research), DSIM (Statistics and Information Management) |
| Total Vacancies | 120 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Selection Process | Phase-I (Preliminary), Phase-II (Main), Phase-III (Interview) |
| Job Location | Across India (Various RBI Offices) |
| Pay Scale | ₹55,200 - ₹99,900 (Grade Pay ₹5,400) plus allowances (Approx. ₹1.2 Lakh per month) |
| Official Website | opportunities.rbi.org.in and rbi.org.in |
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Category-wise Distribution (If Available) |
|---|---|---|
| Officers in Grade 'B' (DR) - General | 83 Posts | UR: 34, OBC: 22, SC: 12, ST: 9, EWS: 6 (Approximate) |
| Officers in Grade 'B' (DR) - DEPR | 17 Posts | UR: 8, OBC: 5, SC: 2, ST: 1, EWS: 1 (Approximate) |
| Officers in Grade 'B' (DR) - DSIM | 20 Posts | UR: 10, OBC: 5, SC: 3, ST: 1, EWS: 1 (Approximate) |
| GRAND TOTAL | 120 Posts | Reservation as per Government of India norms |
| Category | Application Fee | Intimation Charges | Total Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 800 | ₹ 50 | ₹ 850 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil | ₹ 50 | ₹ 100 |
| Staff Candidates (RBI) | Nil | Nil | Nil |
Payment Methods Accepted: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, UPI, Cash Cards, Mobile Wallets. The fee payment must be completed by September 30, 2025. No offline payment is accepted.
| Post Stream | Minimum Educational Qualification | Minimum Marks Required |
|---|---|---|
| Grade B (General) | Option 1: Bachelor's Degree (3 years) in any discipline Option 2: Post-Graduate Degree (2 years) in any discipline | Graduates: Minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) Post-Graduates: Minimum 55% marks (Pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Grade B (DEPR) | Master's Degree in Economics / Econometrics / Quantitative Economics / Mathematical Economics / Integrated Economics / Finance with specialization in Economics | Minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) from recognized Indian/Foreign University/Institute |
| Grade B (DSIM) | Master's Degree in Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Mathematical Economics / Econometrics / Statistics & Informatics (IIT-Kharagpur) / Applied Statistics & Informatics (IIT-Bombay) | Minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade from recognized University/Institute. SC/ST/PwBD candidates with pass marks eligible. |
Age Limit as on September 1, 2025:
Minimum: 21 Years | Maximum: 30 Years
| Category | Age Relaxation | Maximum Age After Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe | 5 Years | 35 Years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 3 Years | 33 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 Years | 40 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years (3+10) | 43 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years (5+10) | 45 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years (plus service period) | As per norms |
| RBI Staff Candidates | As per RBI rules | As per norms |
PHASE-I (Preliminary Examination) - Computer Based Test (CBT)
General: Objective type test (200 marks)
DEPR/DSIM: Paper-I only (Objective)
PHASE-II (Main Examination) - Computer Based Test (CBT)
General: Three papers - Paper I, II, III (300 marks)
DEPR/DSIM: Paper-II and Paper-III (Descriptive/Objective)
CURRENT STAGE: PHASE-II RESULT DECLARED
Status: Results announced on January 19, 2026
Next Step: Qualified candidates will proceed to Phase-III (Interview)
PHASE-III (Interview)
Personal Interview carrying 75 marks
Final selection based on Phase-II (85% weightage) + Interview (15% weightage)
| Stream | Paper | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | Paper I | General Awareness | 80 | 80 | 30 minutes |
| Paper II | English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning | 120 (40 each) | 120 | 90 minutes | |
| DEPR/DSIM | Paper I | Economics/Statistics (as applicable) | 120 | 100 | 120 minutes |
| Stream | Paper | Type | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | Paper I - Economic & Social Issues | Objective | Economic & Social Issues | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Paper II - English (Writing Skills) | Descriptive | Essay, Precis, Comprehension, Business/Office Correspondence | 100 | 90 minutes | |
| Paper III - Finance & Management | Objective | Finance, Management | 100 | 90 minutes | |
| DEPR | Paper II - Economics | Descriptive | Micro, Macro, Monetary, International Economics, Public Finance, etc. | 100 | 180 minutes |
| Paper III - English (Descriptive) | Descriptive | Essay, Precis, Comprehension | 100 | 90 minutes | |
| DSIM | Paper II - Statistics | Descriptive | Probability, Statistical Inference, Linear Models, etc. | 100 | 180 minutes |
| Paper III - English (Descriptive) | Descriptive | Essay, Precis, Comprehension | 100 | 90 minutes |
Marking Scheme: For objective tests, each correct answer carries 1 mark. There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in Phase-I and Phase-II objective papers. No negative marking in descriptive papers.
Qualifying Marks: Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in each paper and in aggregate as decided by RBI. Separate cut-offs for each category.
Step 1: Visit the official RBI website: opportunities.rbi.org.in or rbi.org.in
Step 2: Look for the "Results" or "Announcements" section on the homepage
Step 3: Click on the link titled "RBI Officer Grade B Phase-II Result 2026"
Step 4: Enter your Registration Number/Roll Number and Date of Birth/Password
Step 5: Submit the details to view your result
Step 6: Check your qualifying status and marks obtained
Step 7: Download the result PDF and take a printout for future reference
📈 RBI Grade B Phase-II Result 2026 Key Information
• Result Declaration Date: January 19, 2026
• Result Status: Available Now
• Phase-II Exam Dates: December 6-7, 2025
• Qualified Candidates: Proceed to Interview (Phase-III)
• Cut-off Marks: Will be published along with result
| Paper | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Economic & Social Issues | • Growth and Development - Measurement, Sustainable Development • Globalization - Trade Liberalization, WTO, International Economic Institutions • Indian Economy - Economic History, Planning, Demographic Trends, Poverty, Inclusion • Social Structure in India - Multiculturalism, Social Justice, Empowement • Current Economic & Social Issues |
| Finance & Management | Finance: Financial System, Financial Markets, Banking System, Financial Institutions, Corporate Governance, Risk Management, Basel Norms Management: Principles of Management, Organizational Behaviour, HRM, Leadership, Corporate Governance, Ethics |
| English (Writing) | • Essay Writing (Economic & Social Topics) • Precis Writing • Reading Comprehension • Business/Office Correspondence (Letters, Reports, Memoranda) |
Interview carries 75 marks. Candidates will be called for interview in the ratio of 1:5 (vacancies:candidates) based on Phase-II marks.
- Interview panel consists of Senior RBI Officials and Subject Experts
- Assessment based on academic background, work experience, communication skills, and domain knowledge
- Questions may cover current economic affairs, banking, finance, and RBI's role
- Final selection based on combined marks of Phase-II (85%) and Interview (15%)
- Medical examination will be conducted for selected candidates
| Phase-I Admit Card Released | October 10, 2025 |
| Phase-II Admit Card Released | November 28, 2025 |
| Interview Call Letter | Will be released after Phase-II result |
| Where to Download | RBI official website (opportunities.rbi.org.in) |
Examinations are conducted across major cities in India including:
Pay Scale & Allowances:
Basic Pay: ₹55,200 - ₹99,900 (Grade Pay ₹5,400)
Initial Monthly Gross Emoluments: Approximately ₹1,20,000/-
- Prestigious Central Bank Job: Work at India's apex financial institution
- Excellent Growth Opportunities: Promotions up to Chief General Manager level
- Comprehensive Allowances: Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Family Allowance, Grade Allowance
- Medical Benefits: Reimbursement for self and family
- Retirement Benefits: Pension under New Pension Scheme, Gratuity, Leave Encashment
- Work-Life Balance: Reasonable working hours, holidays as per RBI calendar
- Learning Opportunities: Regular training programs, workshops, and seminars
- Loan Facilities: Concessional loans for housing, vehicle, and personal needs
The RBI Grade B Phase-II Result 2026 was officially declared on January 19, 2026 on the RBI official website.
Visit opportunities.rbi.org.in, go to Results section, click on "RBI Officer Grade B Phase-II Result 2026", enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth, then view/download your result.
Candidates who qualify Phase-II will be called for Interview (Phase-III). The interview schedule will be announced separately.
Generally, candidates are called for interview in the ratio of 1:5 (one vacancy : five candidates) based on Phase-II marks.
The starting basic pay is ₹55,200 with Grade Pay ₹5,400. Initial monthly gross emoluments are approximately ₹1,20,000 including various allowances.
Yes, there is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in objective type papers of both Phase-I and Phase-II.
The final result incorporating Phase-II and Interview marks is expected to be declared in March-April 2026.
Yes, final year students can apply provisionally but must produce final mark sheet and certificate before the interview stage.
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