RBI Grade B
September 21, 2024 2024-10-24 16:09RBI Grade B
RBI GRADE B
About RBI Grade B
- The selection for RBI Grade B Officers is done through a country-wide competitive Examination in three phases i.e. Preliminary and Main examination followed by an Interview.
- Aspiring candidates who are interested in a career in the banking sector can now begin their preparation in earnest.
- The RBI Grade B examination is highly prestigious and offers candidates an opportunity to work with the Central Bank of India.
- Reserve Bank of India (RBI) conducts the RBI Grade B Officer Exam selecting eligible graduates for the position of Grade B officer in its various branches all across the country.
Overview
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Organisation |
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
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Exam Name |
RBI Grade B |
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Posts |
Grade B Officers |
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Category |
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Recruitment Basis |
Direct Recruitment |
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Selection Process |
Phase I, Phase II & Interview |
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Rs. 55,200/- Basic Pay [Revised] |
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Job Location |
Across India |
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Official website |
https://www.rbi.org.in/ |
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Application Form Expected Month |
July and Aug |
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Phase 1 Exam |
Sept |
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Phase 2 Exam |
Oct |
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Frequency |
Once a year |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- RBI has defined minimum age criteria for appearing in the RBI Officer (Grade ‘B’) examination.
- Candidate must have attained the age of 21 years and must not have attained the age of 30
- The upper age limit for candidates possessing M.Phil. and PhD qualifications will be 32 and 34 years respectively.
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RBI Grade B Age Limit Relaxation |
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Age relaxation |
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SC/ST |
5 years |
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OBC |
3 years |
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Physically Handicapped (PH) |
10 years |
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PH + OBC |
13 years |
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PH + SC/ST |
15 years |
Educational Qualification
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Posts |
Minimum Educational Qualifications |
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Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – (General) |
• Graduation in any discipline /Equivalent technical or professional qualification with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD applicants) or Post-Graduation / Equivalent technical qualification with minimum 55% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD applicants) in aggregate of all semesters / years. Note: • Any such full-time course from a recognised University / Institute that is taken after Class XIIth and is at least of 3 years’ duration/ candidates possessing professional and technical qualifications which are recognised by the Government as equivalent to professional and technical graduation will be eligible for admission to the examination. • Candidates who have passed the Final Examination for Membership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India may also apply for the post. OR • Any such full-time course from a recognised University / Institute that is taken after graduation and is at least of 2 years’ duration / recognised by the Government as equivalent to post graduation will be eligible for admission to the examination. |
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Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR |
• Essential: a. A Master’s Degree in Economics / Econometrics / Quantitative Economics / Mathematical Economics / Integrated Economics Course/ Finance, with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade in aggregate of all semesters /years from a recognised Indian or Foreign University /Institute. OR b. PGDM/ MBA Finance with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade in aggregate of all semesters /years from a recognised Indian or Foreign University /Institute. OR c. Master’s Degree in Economics in any of the sub-categories of economics i.e. agricultural/ business/ developmental/ applied, etc., with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade in aggregate of all semesters /years from a recognised Indian or Foreign University /Institute d. (i) Candidates having Master’s Degree with Research/Teaching experience at a recognized Indian/Foreign University/ Institute will be eligible for relaxation in upper age limit to the extent of number of years of such experience subject to a maximum of three years. For experience, probationary period will not be reckoned. |
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Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM |
Essential: a. A Master’s Degree in Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Mathematical Economics/ Econometrics/ Statistics & Informatics from IIT-Kharagpur/ Applied Statistics & Informatics from IIT-Bombay with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate of all semesters/years. OR b. Master’s Degree in Mathematics with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade in aggregate of all semesters / years and one-year post-graduate diploma in Statistics or related subjects from an Institute of repute. OR c. M. Stat. Degree of Indian Statistical Institute with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate of all semesters/years. OR d. Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics (PGDBA) jointly offered by ISI Kolkata, IIT Kharagpur and IIM Calcutta with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate of all semesters/years. |
Selection Process
- A three-phase process including Phase I (preliminary exam), Phase II (main exam), and an interview is the selection process for RBI Grade B vacancies. RBI Grade B 2024 Exam is conducted in three phases, the Prelims examination is Objective type in nature while the Mains examination comprises the objective as well as descriptive test
- Phase-I exam- Preliminary
- Phase-II exam- Mains
- Interview process
Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
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Subject Names |
General Awareness |
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Quantitative Aptitude |
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English Language |
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Reasoning |
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No. of Questions |
200 |
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Total Marks |
200 |
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Time Duration |
2 Hours |
- A total time of 120 minutes will be given for the prelim exam. However, separate time will be allotted for each test. Detailed information regarding the examination will be given in an Information Handout, which will be made available for the candidates to download along with the call letter for RBI Grade B 2024 prelims exam.
- Candidates have to secure minimum marks separately for each test as well as in aggregate.
Main Examination
- There are 3 papers for the Examination. Paper I Objective Type (on Statistics) and Paper II & III will be descriptive type.
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Sr. No. |
Sections / Subjects |
Paper Type |
Maximum Marks |
Duration (minutes) |
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1. |
Paper I: Economics and Social Issues |
50% Objective Type, 50% Descriptive (to be typed with the help of the keyboard) |
50 Total-100 |
30 120 minutes |
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2. |
Paper II: English (Writing Skills) |
Descriptive (3 questions) |
100 |
90 minutes |
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3. |
Paper III: Finance and Management |
50% Objective Type and 50% Descriptive |
50 Total-100 |
120 minutes |
Syllabus
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Detailed Syllabus |
Corresponding Links |
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Preliminary Examination |
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Main Examination |
Previous Year Question Papers
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2024 Question Paper |
2019 Question Paper |
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2023 Question Paper |
2018 Question Paper |
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2022 Question Paper |
2017 Question Paper |
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2021 Question Paper |
2016 Question Paper |
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2020 Question Paper |
2015 Question Paper |
Best Books
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Books |
Corresponding Links |
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Preliminary Examination |
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Main Examination |
Why to join us?
- Experienced Faculty: Teachers with in-depth knowledge and teaching experience.
- Comprehensive Study Material: Well researched and regularly updated study resources.
- Structured Course Plan: A well-planned curriculum covering all aspects of the syllabus.
- Regular Classes: Consistent and punctual classes with sufficient time for doubt clearance.
- Practice Tests and Mock Exams: Regular assessments to simulate the actual exam experience.
- Personalized Attention: Small batch sizes or individual focus for better understanding.
- Technology Integration: Utilization of digital tools and resources for enhanced learning.
- Doubt Clearance Sessions: Separate sessions for clarifying doubts and reinforcing concepts.
- Performance Tracking: Regular evaluation and feedback to monitor progress.
- Results-Oriented Approach: A focus on achieving high scores and selection in top institutions.
