RBI Assistant Recruitment 2026: Notification Released for 650 Posts

New Delhi | February 16, 2026: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the recruitment notification for the post of Assistant for the panel year 2025-26. This year, the central bank has announced a total of 650 vacancies across various regional offices. Eligible candidates looking for a career in the banking sector can submit their applications through the official website starting today.

The RBI Assistant position is one of the most sought-after clerical-level jobs in India, offering not only a prestigious work environment but also an attractive salary package and stability.

RBI Assistant 2026: Important Dates

Aspiring candidates should keep a close watch on the following tentative schedule to ensure they don’t miss any deadlines:

• Notification Release: February 16, 2026
• Online Application Start Date: February 16, 2026
• Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: March 8, 2026
• Online Preliminary Exam (Tentative): April 11, 2026
• Online Main Examination (Tentative): June 7, 2026

Vacancy Details and Office Locations

The 650 posts are distributed across multiple RBI offices nationwide, including major cities like Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kanpur, Lucknow, Nagpur, Patna, and Thiruvananthapuram. Candidates are usually required to apply for a specific office and must be proficient in the local language of that region.

Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the following requirements as of February 1, 2026:

1. Educational Qualification

• A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.
• For SC/ST/PwBD candidates, a “Pass Class” in graduation is sufficient.
• Computer Literacy: Essential knowledge of word processing on a PC is required.

2. Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 20 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years
• Candidates must have been born between February 2, 1998, and February 1, 2006 (both days inclusive).
• Relaxations apply for reserved categories (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10 years).

3. Language Proficiency

• Candidates must be proficient in the local language (read, write, speak, and understand) of the state or region for which they are applying.

Selection Process

The recruitment will be conducted in three distinct stages:

1. Preliminary Examination: A 60-minute objective test covering English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability.
2. Main Examination: A 135-minute comprehensive test including Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English, General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge.
3. Language Proficiency Test (LPT): Shortlisted candidates from the Main exam must undergo a test in the local language. Failure to pass the LPT results in disqualification.

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹450 + 18% GST (Intimation charges + Test fee)
• SC/ST/PwBD/EXS: ₹50 + 18% GST (Intimation charges only)
• Staff Candidates: Nil

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide

1. Visit the official RBI website: www.rbi.org.in.
2. Navigate to the “Opportunities@RBI“ section at the bottom of the homepage.
3. Click on “Current Vacancies” and then select “Vacancies.”
4. Find the link titled “Recruitment for the Post of Assistant – Panel Year 2025.”
5. Click on “Click here for New Registration” and enter your basic details.
6. Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and left thumb impression.
7. Fill in the educational and professional details.
8. Preview your application and pay the fee online.
9. Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.