The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the notification for Assistant – Panel Year 2025 recruitment. A total of 650 vacancies have been announced across various RBI offices in India. The selection process includes Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Language Proficiency Test (LPT).
Interested candidates can apply online through the official website www.rbi.org.in.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 16 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 08 March 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 08 March 2026
- Preliminary Exam (Tentative): 11 April 2026
- Main Exam (Tentative): 07 June 2026
Note: Exam dates may change at RBI’s discretion.
RBI Assistant 2025 Vacancy Details
- Total Posts: 650
- Vacancies available across offices such as Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kanpur & Lucknow, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, and Thiruvananthapuram.
- Reservation applicable for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per government norms.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidate must be:
- Citizen of India
- Subject of Nepal/Bhutan
- Tibetan refugee (before 1 January 1962)
- Person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries
Age Limit (As on 01 February 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
- Born between 02 February 1998 and 01 February 2006 (inclusive)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 to 15 years (depending on category)
- Ex-Servicemen – As per rules
- Widows/Divorced Women – Up to 35 years (40 for SC/ST)
- RBI Staff Experience – Up to 3 years
Educational Qualification (As on 01 February 2026)
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD)
- Knowledge of word processing on PC
- Proficiency in the local language of the applied state
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted in three stages:
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Key Highlights
Preliminary Examination (Online – Objective)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 min |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
Main Examination (Online – Objective)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| English | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 25 min |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 20 min |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 135 min |
- Negative marking: 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- Candidates must qualify in each section.
Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
- Conducted in the official/local language of the respective state.
- Mandatory for final selection.
- No exemption allowed.
RBI Assistant Salary 2025
- Starting Basic Pay: ?29,000/- per month
- Pay Scale: ?29000–78640 (with increments)
- Gross Monthly Salary (Approx.): ?58,514/- (without HRA)
- Additional benefits include:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (15% if not staying in RBI accommodation)
- Medical benefits
- Leave Travel Concession
- Pension & other allowances
Application Fee
- Fee to be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Wallets, etc.
- Bank transaction charges applicable.
- Fee waiver available for eligible RBI staff candidates as per circular.
How to Apply for RBI Assistant 2025
- Visit official website: www.rbi.org.in
- Click on “Recruitment for the Post of Assistant – Panel Year 2025”
- Register with email & mobile number
- Fill online application form
- Upload required documents:
- Photograph
- Signature
- Left thumb impression
- Handwritten declaration
- Pay application fee
- Submit and print application form & e-receipt
Important Instructions
- Mobile phones & electronic devices strictly prohibited in exam hall.
- No calculators allowed.
- Apply well before last date to avoid website congestion.
- All details entered in application are final after submission.
Final Selection
Final merit will be based on:
- Main Examination marks
- Qualifying Language Proficiency Test
- Document verification
- Medical fitness
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Conclusion
The RBI Assistant Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for graduates seeking a stable and prestigious career in India’s central banking institution. With an attractive salary, strong career growth, and job security, this is one of the most competitive banking exams of the year.
Eligible candidates should apply online between 16 February and 08 March 2026 and start preparing early for the examinations.
RBI Assistant Recruitment FAQs
How many vacancies are announced for RBI Assistant 2025?
A total of 650 vacancies have been announced across various offices of RBI.
What is the application date for RBI Assistant 2025?
Application Start Date: 16 February 2026
Last Date to Apply: 08 March 2026
Fee Payment Last Date: 08 March 2026
What is the selection process?
The selection process consists of:
Preliminary Examination
Main Examination
Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Final selection will be based on Main Exam marks, qualifying LPT, medical fitness, and document verification.
What is the age limit?
Minimum Age: 20 years
Maximum Age: 28 years
Candidate must be born between 02/02/1998 and 01/02/2006 (both inclusive).
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Widows/Divorced Women, and RBI staff candidates as per rules.
What is the educational qualification required?
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD candidates).
Knowledge of word processing on PC.
Proficiency in the local language of the concerned RBI office.
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