The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially announced RBI Assistant Recruitment 2025 (Panel Year 2025) for 650 vacancies across India. This is one of the most sought-after government bank jobs offering attractive salary, job security, and excellent career growth.
If you are a graduate looking for a stable banking career, here’s the complete guide covering important dates, eligibility, exam pattern, salary, application fees, and selection process.
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🔔 RBI Assistant 2025 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Post Name | Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 650 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Language Proficiency Test |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | www.rbi.org.in |
📅 Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 16 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 08 March 2026
- Preliminary Exam (Tentative): 11 April 2026
- Main Exam (Tentative): 07 June 2026
RBI reserves the right to change exam dates.
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🏢 RBI Assistant Vacancy 2025 – Zone Wise Distribution
Total vacancies: 650 posts
Major recruiting offices include:
- Mumbai – 249
- Chennai – 53
- Kanpur & Lucknow – 50
- New Delhi – 49
- Guwahati – 36
- Bhopal – 30
- Kolkata – 29
- Bengaluru – 24
- Chandigarh – 20
- Ahmedabad – 20
- Other regional offices also included
Category-wise reservation is applicable as per Government of India norms (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen).
🎓 RBI Assistant Eligibility Criteria
1️⃣ Nationality
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Or eligible categories as defined by Government of India rules
2️⃣ Age Limit (As on 01 February 2026)
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 28 years
- Born between 02 Feb 1998 to 01 Feb 2006
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 to 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen – As per rules
3️⃣ Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
- Minimum 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD)
- Knowledge of word processing on PC
- Must be proficient in local language of the recruiting office
📝 RBI Assistant Selection Process 2025
Selection will be conducted in three stages:
1️⃣ Preliminary Examination (Online)
| Subject | 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 |
- 1/4th negative marking
- Must qualify each section
2️⃣ Main Examination (Online)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 |
| English | 40 | 40 |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
- Total Time: 135 minutes
- 1/4th negative marking
3️⃣ Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Candidates shortlisted from Mains must qualify LPT in the official/local language of the state.
Failure in LPT = Disqualification.
💰 RBI Assistant Salary 2025
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹29,000 per month
- Initial Gross Monthly Salary: Approx. ₹58,514
- House Rent Allowance (15%) if accommodation not provided
Pay Scale:
₹29,000 – 78,640 (with periodic increments)
Additional Benefits:
- RBI accommodation (subject to availability)
- Medical facilities
- Leave Fare Concession
- Festival advance
- Pension (New Pension Scheme)
- Housing & personal loans at concessional rates
- Promotion opportunities
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | ₹50 + GST |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹450 + GST |
| RBI Staff | Nil |
Fee is non-refundable.
📌 How to Apply for RBI Assistant 2025
- Visit official RBI website (www.rbi.org.in)
- Click on “Recruitment for the Post of Assistant – Panel Year 2025”
- Complete registration
- Upload photo, signature, thumb impression & handwritten declaration
- Pay application fee online
- Submit and print application form
Apply well before the last date to avoid server issues.
🚫 Important Instructions
- Mobile phones & electronic devices strictly prohibited in exam hall
- Calculators not allowed
- No request for change of exam center
- Admit cards will be issued online
🌟 Why RBI Assistant is a Great Career Choice?
Working at the Reserve Bank of India offers:
✔ Central Government level prestige
✔ High salary compared to other clerical banking jobs
✔ Excellent work-life balance
✔ Stable career with promotions
✔ Pan-India exposure
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are released for RBI Assistant 2025?
650 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the age limit for RBI Assistant?
20 to 28 years (age relaxation applicable).
Q3. Is there negative marking?
Yes, 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer.
Q4. What is the starting salary?
Approx. ₹58,514 gross per month.
Q5. Is LPT compulsory?
Yes, Language Proficiency Test is mandatory.
