RBI Assistant 2026 Notification Out: 650 Vacancies, Exam Date, Apply Online, Eligibility, Salary & Syllabus
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) conducts the RBI Assistant Exam every year to recruit eligible candidates for the post of Assistant across various RBI offices in India. As per the latest official update, the RBI Assistant 2026 Notification has been released with 650 vacancies for graduate candidates.
The RBI Assistant post is one of the most popular government banking jobs due to its stable career, high salary, RBI work culture, and excellent allowances.
In this article by The Prayas India, you will get complete details about the RBI Assistant 2026 exam date, eligibility, vacancy, application form, selection process, syllabus, exam pattern, and salary.
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RBI Assistant 2026 Notification PDF Out
The RBI Assistant 2026 Notification PDF was officially released on 16th February 2026 on the RBI website www.rbi.org.in. The notification includes complete information such as:
- Total vacancies
- Category-wise vacancy details
- Eligibility criteria
- Exam pattern and syllabus
- Application dates
- Selection process
- Salary structure
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RBI Assistant Exam 2026 Detailed Notice PDF
RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026: Overview
RBI Assistant recruitment is conducted at the national level and the selection is completed in three stages:
- Prelims Exam
- Mains Exam
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Here is the official summary:
RBI Assistant 2026 Notification: Overview Table
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Post | Assistant |
| Exam Level | National |
| Total Vacancies | 650 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 16 Feb to 8 March 2026 |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, LPT |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 Years |
| Salary | ₹58,514/- per month (approx.) |
| Official Website | www.rbi.org.in |
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RBI Assistant 2026 Important Dates
The complete schedule for RBI Assistant 2026 has been announced along with the official notification.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 16 February 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 16 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 8 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 8 March 2026 |
| RBI Assistant Prelims Exam | 11 April 2026 |
| RBI Assistant Mains Exam | 7 June 2026 |
RBI Assistant Vacancy 2026 (Office-Wise)
RBI has announced a total of 650 vacancies for Assistant posts. The vacancy distribution is released office-wise and category-wise.
Total Vacancies: 650
Note: RBI reserves the right to increase or decrease vacancies as per requirement.
| Office | Number of Vacancies* | PwBD | EXS | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC | ST | OBC | EWS | GEN/UR | TOTAL | A | B | C | D | EX 1 | EX 2 | |
| Ahmedabad | 0 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 20 | 1 | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 2 |
| Bengaluru | 0 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 10 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1(1) | 1 | 2 |
| Bhopal | 1 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 30 | 1(1) | 1(1) | 1 | 1(1) | 1 | 3 |
| Bhubaneswar | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 18 | 1(1) | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 1 |
| Chandigarh | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 8 | 20 | 1 | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 2 |
| Chennai | 13 | 1 | 12 | 5 | 22 | 53 | 1 | 2(1) | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 |
| Guwahati | 2 | 9 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 36 | 1 | 1 | 2(2) | 1(1) | 1 | 3 |
| Hyderabad | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 3(3) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jaipur | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jammu | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kanpur & Lucknow | 14 | 0 | 11 | 5 | 20 | 50 | 0 | 3(3) | 1 | 3(2) | 2 | 5 |
| Kolkata | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 22 | 29 | 0 | 1(1) | 1 | 1(1) | 1 | 2 |
| Mumbai | 54 | 2(1) | 25 | 24 | 144 | 249 | 2 | 8(6) | 5(2) | 9(6) | 11 | 24 |
| Nagpur | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 17 | 0 | 2(2) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| New Delhi | 6 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 33 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Patna | 3 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 8 | 17 | 0 | 1(1) | 1(1) | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 110 | 37 (1) | 99 | 58 | 346 | 650(1) | 9(2) | 27(23) | 13(5) | 21(16) | 21 | 58 |
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RBI Assistant 2026: Job Profile & Work Responsibilities
Candidates selected as RBI Assistant perform various clerical and administrative responsibilities such as:
- Maintaining files and official records
- Handling day-to-day banking transactions
- Document verification and checking
- Replying to emails and official communication
- Currency issue and circulation-related work
- Supporting Government Treasury operations
- Assisting in financial stability tasks
RBI Assistant 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the official eligibility criteria.
1) Nationality
A candidate must be:
- A citizen of India, OR
- A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, OR
- A Tibetan refugee (came before 1 Jan 1962), OR
- A person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia) or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
2) Educational Qualification (As on 01/02/2026)
To apply for RBI Assistant 2026:
- Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
- Must have 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD candidates)
- Must have basic computer knowledge
- Must be proficient in the official language of the state/UT applied for
3) RBI Assistant Age Limit (As on 01/02/2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Eligible candidates must be born:
- Not earlier than 02/02/1998
- Not later than 01/02/2006
(Both dates inclusive)
RBI Assistant 2026 Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwD | 10 Years (Gen), 13 Years (OBC), 15 Years (SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period + 3 years (Max age 50) |
| Widows/Divorced Women | 10 Years |
| RBI Work Experience Candidates | Up to 3 Years |
RBI Assistant 2026 Application Fee
Candidates must pay the online fee as per category.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹450 + 18% GST |
| SC/ST/PwBD/EXS | ₹50 + 18% GST |
| RBI Staff | Nil |
Payment can be made using:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The RBI Assistant selection process consists of three stages:
1) Preliminary Exam
Sections included:
- Reasoning Ability
- Numerical Ability
- English Language
2) Mains Exam
Sections included:
- Reasoning
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English Language
- Computer Knowledge
- General Awareness
3) Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Candidates shortlisted after mains must qualify in the Language Proficiency Test for the state/UT language.
Important:
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
- No deduction for unattempted questions
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RBI Assistant 2026 Exam Pattern
Understanding the exam pattern is essential for proper preparation.
RBI Assistant 2026 Prelims 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 |
RBI Assistant 2026 Mains Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 135 minutes |
RBI Assistant 2026 Syllabus (Prelims + Mains)
The RBI Assistant syllabus is clearly defined for each subject. Below is the section-wise syllabus:
RBI Assistant English Language Syllabus
- Reading Comprehension
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Sentence Correction
- Word Meaning
- Error Spotting
- Cloze Test
- Fill in the Blanks
RBI Assistant General Awareness Syllabus
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Banking & Financial Awareness
- Geography
- History
- Political Science
- Important Government Schemes
- Economy & Budget Updates
RBI Assistant Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus
- Time and Distance
- Time and Work
- HCF & LCM
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Problems on Trains
- Average
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Ratio & Proportion
- Probability
- Permutation & Combination
RBI Assistant Computer Knowledge Syllabus
- Basics of Computer
- Hardware and Software
- Computer Languages
- History of Computers
- Devices
- Internet and Networking Basics
RBI Assistant Reasoning Syllabus
- Number Series
- Blood Relations
- Analogy
- Odd One Out
- Coding-Decoding
- Direction Sense
- Row/Seating Arrangement
- Symbols
- Statement & Conclusion
RBI Assistant 2026 Admit Card & Call Letter
RBI releases admit cards online only. No admit card will be sent by post.
To download admit card, candidates will need:
- Registration Number / Roll Number
- Date of Birth / Password
Admit cards will be issued separately for:
- Prelims Exam
- Mains Exam
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
RBI Assistant 2026 Result
The RBI Assistant result is generally released within 1–2 weeks after each stage of the exam.
- Prelims result
- Mains result
- Final merit list
Final selection is based on:
Mains Exam + Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Final Words (The Prayas India)
The RBI Assistant 2026 recruitment is a golden opportunity for graduates who want a secure government job in the banking sector with an excellent salary and work-life balance. Candidates should apply within the deadline and start preparation early, especially focusing on Reasoning, Quant, GA, and Computer for mains.
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FAQs for RBI Assistant 2026
1. When was the RBI Assistant 2026 notification released?
The RBI Assistant 2026 notification was released on 16th February 2026 on the official website www.rbi.org.in.
2. How many vacancies are announced in RBI Assistant 2026?
A total of 650 vacancies have been announced for the post of RBI Assistant.
3. What is the last date to apply for RBI Assistant 2026?
The last date to apply online for RBI Assistant 2026 is 8th March 2026.
4. What is the RBI Assistant 2026 prelims exam date?
The RBI Assistant 2026 preliminary exam will be held on 11th April 2026.
5. What is the RBI Assistant 2026 mains exam date?
The RBI Assistant 2026 mains exam will be conducted on 7th June 2026.
6. What is the eligibility for RBI Assistant 2026?
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (pass class for SC/ST/PwBD) and should have basic computer knowledge.
7. What is the age limit for RBI Assistant 2026?
The age limit is 20 to 28 years as on 01/02/2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.
8. What is the selection process for RBI Assistant 2026?
The selection process includes:
- Prelims Exam
- Mains Exam
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
9. What is the salary of RBI Assistant in 2026?
The approximate gross salary of an RBI Assistant is around ₹58,514 per month, including allowances.
10. Is there negative marking in RBI Assistant 2026 exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in both prelims and mains.
