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LATEST UPDATE
The official RBI Assistant Notification for 2025, detailing various Assistant posts, will be released soon on the official website www.rbi.org.in. This notification will include complete information regarding category-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and the selection process. We will update when we receive any information related to the exam. The information given below is based on the exam for the year 2023.
OVERVIEW
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) conducts the RBI Assistant Exam annually to recruit candidates for Assistant positions across its branches in India. RBI Assistants are responsible for tasks such as managing records and files, verifying documents, ensuring financial stability, issuing and circulating new currency, handling daily transactions, assisting with government treasury work, responding to emails, and more.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Assistant |
Conducting Body | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
Purpose of Exam | The purpose of the RBI Assistant Exam is to recruit qualified candidates for the position of Assistant in various branches of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The role involves a range of responsibilities including managing administrative tasks, handling day-to-day transactions, maintaining records, ensuring financial stability, assisting with government treasury work, and supporting the operational functions of the RBI. |
Exam Frequency | The RBI Assistant Exam is conducted annually by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The exam is usually held once a year, but the exact frequency may vary depending on the number of vacancies and the bank’s recruitment needs. |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | Registered around 8 To 9 Lac |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | 1. Official RBI Website – www.rbi.org.in |
Official Website |
SALIENT FEATURES
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) conducts a national-level recruitment for the position of RBI Assistant. If you’re unclear about the recruitment process, the table below offers a concise overview of the RBI Assistant 2025 exam.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Type | Online |
Exam Questions Type | Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | 100 Questions |
Total No. of marks | 100 Marks |
Total Duration | 60 Minutes |
Negative Marking | 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. |
Exam Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Prelims + Mains + Language Proficiency Test (LPT) |
NOTIFICATION DETAILS
The official RBI Assistant Notification for 2025, detailing various Assistant posts, will be released soon on the official website www.rbi.org.in. This notification will include complete information regarding category-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and the selection process. We will update when we receive any information related to the exam.
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the 450 posts of ‘Assistant-2023’ in the Reserve Bank of India, hereinafter referred to as ‘Bank’. Selection for the post will be through a country-wide competitive examination in two phases i.e., Preliminary and Main examination followed by a Language Proficiency Test (LPT). Please note that Corrigendum, if any, issued on the above advertisement, will be published only on the Bank’s website – www.rbi.org.in. The full text of the advertisement is available on the Bank’s website www.rbi.org.in and is also being published in the Employment News / Rojgar Samachar.
Activity | Date |
RBI Assistant Notification 2023 | 13th September 2023 |
RBI Assistant Apply Online Start Date | 13th September 2023 |
Online Application Form Last Date | 4th October 2023 |
Last Date to Pay Fees | 04th October 2023 |
RBI Assistant Prelims Admit Card 2023 | 7th November 2023 |
RBI Assistant Preliminary Exam Date | 18th & 19th November 2023 |
RBI Assistant Prelims Result 2023 | 15th December 2023 |
RBI Assistant Mains Admit Card 2023 | 19th December 2023 |
RBI Assistant Mains Exam Date 2023 | 31st December 2023 |
VACANCY DETAILED
The RBI Assistant Vacancy 2025 will be disclosed along with the RBI Assistant Notification 2025. Last year, RBI announced 450 vacancies for the Assistant posts. The category-wise and state-wise vacancy distribution for RBI Assistant 2023 is provided below.
Office | Reserved Vacancies* | PwBD# | EXS | |||||||||
SC | ST | OBC$ | EWS@ | GEN | Total | A | B | C | D | EX- 1 | EX-2 | |
Ahmedabad | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 13 | 1 | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 1 | 1 |
Bengaluru | 11(2) | 1 | 18 | 5 | 23 | 58 | 0 | 1(1) | 1 | 2(1) | 2 | 6 |
Bhopal | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 12 | 1 | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 1 | 1 |
Bhubaneswar | 2 | 8(6) | 2 | 1 | 6 | 19 | 1 | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 1 | 2 |
Chandigarh | 5 | 1(1) | 5 | 2 | 8 | 21 | 1 | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 1 | 2 |
Chennai | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 13 | 0 | 1(1) | 1(1) | 1(1) | 1 | 1 |
Guwahati | 1 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 11 | 26 | 0 | 1(1) | 2(1) | 1(1) | 1 | 3 |
Hyderabad | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 14 | 0 | 3(2) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Jaipur | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Jammu | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 10 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
Kanpur & Lucknow | 12 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 28 | 55 | 1 | 4(3) | 1(1) | 3(2) | 2 | 5 |
Kolkata | 5 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 22 | 0 | 1 | 1(1) | 1(1) | 1 | 2 |
Mumbai | 0 | 15 | 0 | 10 | 76 | 101 | 1 | 8(7) | 3(2) | 6(5) | 4 | 10 |
Nagpur | 0 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 19 | 1(1) | 2(1) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
New Delhi | 1 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 17 | 28 | 1 | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 1 | 3 |
Patna | 1(1) | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 1(1) | 1(1) | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Thiruvananthapuram & Kochi | 0 | 1(1) | 4 | 1 | 10 | 16 | 0 | 2(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 1 | 2 |
Total | 45(3) | 56(8) | 71 | 37 | 241 | 450(11) | 8(1) | 30(24) | 10(7) | 20(7) | 20 | 45 |
Job Role
An RBI Assistant is responsible for tasks such as maintaining records and files, verifying documents, supporting financial stability, issuing and circulating new currency, handling daily transactions, assisting with government treasury operations, responding to emails, and more.
SALARY STRUCTURE
Assistants will draw a starting basic pay of Rs. 20,700/- per month in the scale of Rs. 20700 – 1200 (3) – 24300 – 1440 (4) – 30060 – 1920 (6) – 41580 – 2080 (2) – 45740 – 2370 (3) – 52850 – 2850 – 55700 (20 years) and other allowances, viz. Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance, Transport Allowance etc., as admissible from time to time. At present, initial monthly Gross emoluments for Assistants will be approximately Rs. 45,050/-. *House Allowance of 15% of Pay will be paid to employees additionally, if they are not staying in Bank’s accommodation.
EXAM PATTERN
The RBI Assistant Exam Pattern is published annually alongside the official notification. Understanding the complete exam pattern is essential for scoring well in the examination. Candidates must first appear for the RBI Assistant Prelims Exam, which serves as the screening stage to shortlist candidates for the Mains Exam.
- There will be 100 questions from 3 sections; English language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability
- The time duration of the RBI Assistant Prelims Exam is 60 minutes (each section for 20 minutes).
- There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marksfor each incorrect answer, with no deduction for unanswered questions.
- The questions will be of an Objective type
- Except for English Language, other sections will be in English and Hindi.
- The marks of the Prelims Exam will not be counted in the merit list, as the Prelims exam is qualifying in nature.
Test Mode | Name of test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | English Language | 30 Q | 30 x 1 = 30 Marks | 20 Minutes |
Numerical Ability | 35 Q | 35 x 1 = 35 Marks | 20 Minutes | |
Reasoning Ability | 35 Q | 35 x 1 = 35 Marks | 20 Minutes | |
Total | 100 Q | 100 Marks | 60 Minutes |
SYLLABUS
The RBI Assistant Syllabus encompasses a range of subjects crucial for the examination. The Preliminary Examination is expected to include sections on English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. The Main Examination is likely to cover Reasoning, English Language, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge. Each section is designed to evaluate the candidate’s proficiency and understanding of the respective topics. This well-rounded syllabus ensures that candidates are thoroughly prepared to tackle the various challenges of the RBI Assistant role.
Name of Test | Topic |
English Language | Reading Comprehension |
Cloze Test | |
Error Detection | |
Phrase Replacement | |
Fill in the blanks | |
Para jumbles/Sentence Rearrangement | |
Numerical Ability | Simplification |
Data Interpretation | |
Number Series | |
Speed, Time & Distance | |
Algebra | |
Profit & Loss | |
Time & Work | |
Mixture Problems | |
Ratio & Proportion | |
Data Sufficiency | |
Quantity Comparison | |
Reasoning Ability | Syllogism |
Inequality | |
Circular/ Linear Seating Arrangement | |
Blood Relation | |
Distance – Directions | |
Coding-Decoding | |
Data Sufficiency | |
Input-Output | |
Order – Ranking | |
Puzzle |
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates applying for the RBI Assistant recruitment must carefully review the RBI Assistant Eligibility Criteria before submitting their applications. To meet the eligibility requirements set by the RBI, candidates must be within the age range of 20 to 28 years and possess a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks.
Nationality/ Citizenship
Applications are invited from eligible Indian Citizens for the post of “Assistant” in the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Age Limit
Between 20 and 28 years.
Relaxations of Upper Age Lmit
Upper age limit will be relaxed as under:
Category | Relaxation in Age |
Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC / ST) | By 5 years, i.e. up to 33 years |
Other Backward Classes (OBC) | By 3 years, i.e. up to 31 years |
Persons with Disabilities (PWD) | By 10 years (GEN) 13 years (OBC) & 15 |
Ex-Servicemen | To the extent of service rendered by them in |
Widows/divorced women/ women judicially | By 10 years |
Candidates domiciled in the state of Jammu | By 5 years |
Candidates having work experience in | To the extent of the number of years of such |
NOTE :- Cumulative Age Relaxation will not be available either under the above items or in combination with any other items.
Education Qualification
At least a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (pass class for SC/ST/PwBD candidates) in the aggregate and the knowledge of word processing on PC.
SELECTION PROCESS
The RBI Assistant Selection Process is likely to include three stages, providing a thorough evaluation of candidates for the position. These stages are the Preliminary Examination, the Main Examination, and the Language Proficiency Test. Each stage is designed to assess different aspects of the candidates’ abilities and knowledge, ensuring that only the most qualified individuals are selected for the role. This multi-phase process aims to evaluate reasoning skills, numerical aptitude, and language proficiency, ensuring a fair and comprehensive assessment.
Preliminary Examination
The Preliminary Exam will consist of 100 objective-type questions for a total of 100 marks, to be completed in 60 minutes. It will include sections on English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. Candidates must meet the sectional cutoffs to qualify for the Mains exam.
Mains Examination
The Mains Exam will feature 200 objective-type questions for 200 marks, to be completed in 135 minutes. It will cover sections like Reasoning, English Language, Numerical Ability, General Knowledge, and Computer Knowledge. Candidates must achieve the sectional cutoffs as well as the overall minimum qualifying marks to be eligible for the Language Proficiency Test.
Language Proficiency Test
Candidates who pass the Mains Exam will be invited for the Language Proficiency Test. This test will be conducted in the local/official language of the state for which the candidate has applied. It is a qualifying exam to assess the candidate’s proficiency in the local language. Only candidates who qualify this test will be considered for final selection as RBI Assistants.
HOW CAN APPLY
Candidates must meet the required educational qualifications and age limits to be eligible for the RBI Assistant Exam. Only those who fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria should apply online for the RBI Assistant posts; otherwise, their applications will be rejected. To learn the complete process of filling out the RBI Assistant Application Form, refer to the full article. Candidates are advised to submit their applications before the deadline for the RBI Assistant exam.
The candidates can follow the below steps to submit their online application form for RBI Assistant Exam:
Step 1: Click on the NEW REGISTRATION button on the topmost right corner of the official website.
Step 2: Start your application process by providing the basic details such as name, contact number, email id, address, etc. and click on the save and next button.
Step 3: Upload your photograph, signature, and RBI Assistant Hand Written Declaration. Both the photograph and the signature must be clear and legible. The permissible file size of the photograph must be of a minimum of 20 KB and of a maximum of 50 KB and that of the signature must be of a minimum of 10 KB and of a maximum of 20 KB.
Step 4: Next, fill in your educational qualification details and professional qualification. Click on the save and next button after filling in the details.
Step 5: Preview your application form one last time as you won’t be allowed to make any changes further. Click on the save and next button after previewing your Application Form.
Step 6: Pay your Application Fee through an Online Payment Option, i.e. through Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking.
Step 7: Click on Final Submit Button. Your application form will be submitted successfully.
Application Fees
Category | Amount / Fee |
For OBC/General Candidates | Rs. 450/- |
For SC/ST/PWD/EXS Candidates | Rs. 50/- |
EXAM CENTERS
The RBI Assistant exam centers are located in multiple cities across India, and the exact locations will be mentioned in the official notification and admit card for both the Preliminary and Mains exams. While candidates can select their preferred exam center during the application process, the final allotment is at the discretion of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Sr. No. | State/UT/NCR | Preliminary Examination Centre | Main Examination Centre |
1. | Andaman & Nicobar | Port Blair | Port Blair |
2. | Andhra Pradesh | Chirala, Guntur, Hyderabad, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, Vijayawada, Vishakhapatnam, Vizianagaram | Kakinada, Kurnool, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, Vijayawada, Vishakhapatnam, Vizianagaram |
3. | Arunachal Pradesh | Naharlagun | Naharlagun |
4. | Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur | Guwahati |
5. | Bihar | Arrah, Aurangabad, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzzafarpur, Patna, Purnea, | Darbhanga, , Muzzafarpur, Patna |
6. | Chandigarh | Chandigarh- Mohali | Chandigarh- Mohali |
7. | Chattisgarh | Bhilai, Bilaspur, Raipur | Bhilai, Raipur |
8. | Delhi | Delhi, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Gurgaon | Delhi NCR |
9. | Goa | Panaji | Panaji |
10. | Gujarat | Ahmedabad – Gandhinagar, Anand, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara | Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara |
11. | Haryana | Ambala, Hissar, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Yamuna Nagar | Hissar, Karnal, Kurukshetra |
12. | Himachal Pradesh | Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Una | Hamirpur |
13. | Jammu & Kashmir | Jammu, Samba | Jammu |
14. | Jharkhand | Bokaro, Dhanbad, Hazaribagh, Jamshedpur, Ranchi | Dhanbad, Jamshedpur, Ranchi |
15. | Karnataka | Belagavi, Bengaluru, Kalaburgi, Hubli, Mangaluru, Mysuru, Shivamogga, Udipi | Bengaluru, Hubli, Mysuru, Shivamogga, Udipi |
16. | Kerala | Kannur, Kochi, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram, Thrichur | Kochi, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode Thiruvananthapuram, Thrichur, |
17. | Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain | Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Ujjain |
18. | Maharashtra | Amravati, Aurangabad, Chandrapur, Dhule, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai/Thane/Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nasik, Pune, Ratnagiri, Satara | Amravati, Aurangabad, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Mumbai/Thane/Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nasik, Pune |
19. | Manipur | Imphal | Imphal |
20. | Meghalaya | Shillong | Shillong |
21. | Mizoram | Aizwal | Aizwal |
22. | Nagaland | Kohima | Kohima |
23. | Odisha | Balasore, Berhampur(Ganjam), Bhubaneshwar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur | Balasore, Berhampur(Ganjam), Bhubaneshwar, Cuttack, Rourkela |
24. | Puducherry | Puducherry | Puducherry |
25. | Punjab | Amritsar, Bhatinda, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali, Patiala, Sangrur | Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Patiala |
26. | Rajasthan | Ajmer, Alwar, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sikar, Udaipur | Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Sikar, Udaipur |
27. | Sikkim | Gangtok | Gangtok |
28. | Tamilnadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Namakkal, Salem, Thiruchirapalli, Tirunelvelli, Vellore | Chennai, Coimbatore, Thiruchirapalli, Tirunelvelli, Vellore |
29. | Telangana | Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal | Hyderabad |
30. | Tripura | Agartala | Agartala |
31. | Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Aligarh, Prayagraj, Bareilly, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Varanasi | Agra, Aligarh, Prayagraj, Bareilly, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Varanasi |
32. | Uttarakhand | Dehradun, Haldwani, Roorkee | Dehradun, Haldwani |
33. | West Bengal | Asansol, Greater Kolkata, Hooghly, Kalyani, Kolkata, Siliguri | Asansol, Greater Kolkata, Hooghly, Kolkata, Siliguri |
ADMIT CARD
Candidates must download the RBI Assistant exam admit card from the official website, as it will not be sent via post. To access the website, candidates will need the following details:
- Registration No. / Roll No.
- Date of Birth / Password
The steps to download the admit card for RBI Assistant are given below:
- Visit the official website
- Click the ‘RBI Assistant Call Letter link’ on the home page
- Upon clicking the link, candidates are redirected to the login page
- Candidates need to enter their registration number or roll number and date of birth or password
- On submitting the details, the admit card appears on the screen
- Download RBI Assistant admit card and take its printout.
RESULT
The Reserve Bank of India releases the RBI Assistant exam result within 1-2 weeks after the exam is concluded. Candidates who took the exam can view their result and scorecard on the official website. The results are announced separately for each stage, and the final merit list for RBI Assistant will be based on the Mains exam and Language Proficiency Test.
The steps to check RBI Assistant result are explained below:
- Visit theofficial website
- Go to the rbi assistant result opportunities rbi
- Click the RBI result assistant link on the home page
- The result PDF file opens on a new page
- Check your roll numbers in the list
- Download the RBI result and take its printout.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official website- click here
For Official Notification- click here
LATEST UPDATE
The official RBI Assistant Notification for 2025, detailing various Assistant posts, will be released soon on the official website www.rbi.org.in. This notification will include complete information regarding category-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and the selection process. We will update when we receive any information related to the exam. The information given below is based on the exam for the year 2023.
OVERVIEW
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) conducts the RBI Assistant Exam annually to recruit candidates for Assistant positions across its branches in India. RBI Assistants are responsible for tasks such as managing records and files, verifying documents, ensuring financial stability, issuing and circulating new currency, handling daily transactions, assisting with government treasury work, responding to emails, and more.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Assistant |
Conducting Body | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
Purpose of Exam | The purpose of the RBI Assistant Exam is to recruit qualified candidates for the position of Assistant in various branches of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The role involves a range of responsibilities including managing administrative tasks, handling day-to-day transactions, maintaining records, ensuring financial stability, assisting with government treasury work, and supporting the operational functions of the RBI. |
Exam Frequency | The RBI Assistant Exam is conducted annually by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The exam is usually held once a year, but the exact frequency may vary depending on the number of vacancies and the bank’s recruitment needs. |
Exam Level | National |
Candidates Registered Last Year | Registered around 8 To 9 Lac |
Test Takers Last Year | NA |
Help Desk | 1. Official RBI Website – www.rbi.org.in |
Official Website |
EXAM PATTERN
The RBI Assistant Exam Pattern is published annually alongside the official notification. Understanding the complete exam pattern is essential for scoring well in the examination. Candidates must first appear for the RBI Assistant Prelims Exam, which serves as the screening stage to shortlist candidates for the Mains Exam.
1. There will be 100 questions from 3 sections; English language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability
2. The time duration of the RBI Assistant Prelims Exam is 60 minutes (each section for 20 minutes).
3. There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer, with no deduction for unanswered questions.
4. The questions will be of an Objective type
5. Except for English Language, other sections will be in English and Hindi.
6. The marks of the Prelims Exam will not be counted in the merit list, as the Prelims exam is qualifying in nature.
Test Mode | Name of test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | English Language | 30 Q | 30 x 1 = 30 Marks | 20 Minutes |
Numerical Ability | 35 Q | 35 x 1 = 35 Marks | 20 Minutes | |
Reasoning Ability | 35 Q | 35 x 1 = 35 Marks | 20 Minutes | |
Total | 100 Q | 100 Marks | 60 Minutes |
SYLLABUS
The RBI Assistant Syllabus encompasses a range of subjects crucial for the examination. The Preliminary Examination is expected to include sections on English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. The Main Examination is likely to cover Reasoning, English Language, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge. Each section is designed to evaluate the candidate’s proficiency and understanding of the respective topics. This well-rounded syllabus ensures that candidates are thoroughly prepared to tackle the various challenges of the RBI Assistant role.
Name of Test | Topic |
English Language | Reading Comprehension |
Cloze Test | |
Error Detection | |
Phrase Replacement | |
Fill in the blanks | |
Para jumbles/Sentence Rearrangement | |
Numerical Ability | Simplification |
Data Interpretation | |
Number Series | |
Speed, Time & Distance | |
Algebra | |
Profit & Loss | |
Time & Work | |
Mixture Problems | |
Ratio & Proportion | |
Data Sufficiency | |
Quantity Comparison | |
Reasoning Ability | Syllogism |
Inequality | |
Circular/ Linear Seating Arrangement | |
Blood Relation | |
Distance – Directions | |
Coding-Decoding | |
Data Sufficiency | |
Input-Output | |
Order – Ranking | |
Puzzle |
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates applying for the RBI Assistant recruitment must carefully review the RBI Assistant Eligibility Criteria before submitting their applications. To meet the eligibility requirements set by the RBI, candidates must be within the age range of 20 to 28 years and possess a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks.
Nationality/ Citizenship
Applications are invited from eligible Indian Citizens for the post of “Assistant” in the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Age Limit
Between 20 and 28 years.
Relaxations of Upper Age Lmit
Upper age limit will be relaxed as under:
Category | Relaxation in Age |
Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC / ST) | By 5 years, i.e. up to 33 years |
Other Backward Classes (OBC) | By 3 years, i.e. up to 31 years |
Persons with Disabilities (PWD) | By 10 years (GEN) 13 years (OBC) & 15 |
Ex-Servicemen | To the extent of service rendered by them in |
Widows/divorced women/ women judicially | By 10 years |
Candidates domiciled in the state of Jammu | By 5 years |
Candidates having work experience in | To the extent of the number of years of such |
NOTE :- Cumulative Age Relaxation will not be available either under the above items or in combination with any other items.
Education Qualification
At least a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (pass class for SC/ST/PwBD candidates) in the aggregate and the knowledge of word processing on PC.
SELECTION PROCESS
The RBI Assistant Selection Process is likely to include three stages, providing a thorough evaluation of candidates for the position. These stages are the Preliminary Examination, the Main Examination, and the Language Proficiency Test. Each stage is designed to assess different aspects of the candidates’ abilities and knowledge, ensuring that only the most qualified individuals are selected for the role. This multi-phase process aims to evaluate reasoning skills, numerical aptitude, and language proficiency, ensuring a fair and comprehensive assessment.
Preliminary Examination
The Preliminary Exam will consist of 100 objective-type questions for a total of 100 marks, to be completed in 60 minutes. It will include sections on English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. Candidates must meet the sectional cutoffs to qualify for the Mains exam.
Mains Examination
The Mains Exam will feature 200 objective-type questions for 200 marks, to be completed in 135 minutes. It will cover sections like Reasoning, English Language, Numerical Ability, General Knowledge, and Computer Knowledge. Candidates must achieve the sectional cutoffs as well as the overall minimum qualifying marks to be eligible for the Language Proficiency Test.
Language Proficiency Test
Candidates who pass the Mains Exam will be invited for the Language Proficiency Test. This test will be conducted in the local/official language of the state for which the candidate has applied. It is a qualifying exam to assess the candidate’s proficiency in the local language. Only candidates who qualify this test will be considered for final selection as RBI Assistants.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official website- click here
For Official Notification- click here
LATEST UPDATE
The official RBI Assistant Notification for 2025, detailing various Assistant posts, will be released soon on the official website www.rbi.org.in. This notification will include complete information regarding category-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and the selection process. We will update when we receive any information related to the exam. The information given below is based on the exam for the year 2023.
SYLLABUS
The RBI Assistant Syllabus encompasses a range of subjects crucial for the examination. The Preliminary Examination is expected to include sections on English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability. The Main Examination is likely to cover Reasoning, English Language, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge. Each section is designed to evaluate the candidate’s proficiency and understanding of the respective topics. This well-rounded syllabus ensures that candidates are thoroughly prepared to tackle the various challenges of the RBI Assistant role.
The syllabus for RBI Assistant Pre Exam is given below:-
Name of Test | Topic | Weightage |
English Language | Reading Comprehension | 10 Q |
Cloze Test | 5 Q | |
Error Detection | 5 Q | |
Phrase Replacement | 3-5 Q | |
Fill in the blanks | 3-5 Q | |
Para jumbles/Sentence Rearrangement | 5 Q | |
Numerical Ability | Simplification | 10 Q |
Data Interpretation | 5-10 Q | |
Number Series | 5 Q | |
Speed, Time & Distance | 3-5 Q | |
Algebra | 3-5 Q | |
Profit & Loss | 2-3 Q | |
Time & Work | 2 Q | |
Mixture Problems | 1-2 Q | |
Ratio & Proportion | 1-2 Q | |
Data Sufficiency | 0-5 Q | |
Quantity Comparison | 0-5 Q | |
Reasoning Ability | Syllogism | 5 Q |
Inequality | 5 Q | |
Circular/ Linear Seating Arrangement | 5 Q | |
Blood Relation | 2-3 Q | |
Distance – Directions | 2-3 Q | |
Coding-Decoding | 2-3 Q | |
Data Sufficiency | 0-5 Q | |
Input-Output | 0-5 Q | |
Order – Ranking | 3-5 Q | |
Puzzle | 5 Q |
NUMERICAL ABILITY DETAILED SYLLABUS
The detailed syllabus for Numerical Ability section with Topic description, Topic Example, and Difficulty level is given below:-
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Simplification | Questions based on mathematical operations to be performed using BODMAS | 4654 × 329 ÷ 3 – 1525 × 341 + 65 = ? | 10+2 level |
Average | Calculating average of the given data set | The average salary of male employees in a firm was Rs. 8000 and that of females was Rs. 6600. The mean salary of all the employees was Rs. 4800. What is the % of female employees? | 10+2 level |
Percentage | Calculating percentage and performing operation based on it | Equal amounts are deposited in two banks each at 4.5% pa for 12 years and 4.5 years respectively. If the difference between their interests is Rs. 129.475 then what is the amount? | 10+2 level |
Ratio & Proportion | Questions related to finding ratio or proportion among the numbers. | Rs. 8400 is divided among A, B, C and D in such a way that the shares of A and B, B and C, and C and D are in the ratios of 2:3, 4:5 and 6:7 respectively. The share of A is | 10+2 level |
Data Interpretation | Questions based on Pie chart, Bar graphs, Venn Diagram, Radar etc | A cosmetic company provides five different products. The sales of these five products (in lakh number of packs) during 1995 and 2000 are shown in the following bar graph. | 10+2 level |
Mensuration | Finding area, volume, perimeter surface area etc | The sum of the radius and height of a cylinder is 55 cm. its total surface area is 1640 cm2. What is the volume of cylinder? | 10+2 level |
Quadratic Equations | Questions based on finding the values of two unknown variables in a given equation | I. x3 – 12 – 714 = 0 | 10+2 level |
Compound & Simple Interest | Calculating Simple & Compound Interest on a given amount for a specific time at given rate | 3 | 10+2 level |
Profit & Loss | Calculating Profit or Loss by selling or purchasing articles at a given amount | A milkman buys two cows for Rs. 3000. He sells first cow at a profit of 22% and the second cow at a loss of 8%. What is the SP of second cow if in the whole transaction there is no profit no loss? | 10+2 level |
Number Series | Completing the given series by finding the pattern among the numbers. | 6, 6, 7, ?, 91, 463 | 10+2 level |
Speed, Time & Distance | Calculation time, speed or distance covered by a moving object | Two trains for Mumbai leave Delhi at 6 am and 6.45 am and travel at 100 kmph and 136 kmph respectively. How many kilometers from Delhi will the two trains be together: | 10+2 level |
Time & Work | Questions related to work done by persons and time taken by them. | A builder decided to build a farmhouse in 40 days. He employed 100 men in beginning and 100 more after 35 days and completed the work on time. If no additional men would have been employed, then find the delay. | 10+2 level |
Number System | Comprises question from BODMAS, Square roots, Cube roots LCM HCFetc | The sum of the digits of two-digit number is 5. If the number is reversed, the number is decreased by 27. Find the number? | 10+2 level |
Linear Equations | Questions based on finding the values of the unknown variable in a given equation | What is the value of x + 2y in the solution of the equations? | 10+2 level |
Permutation & Combination/ Probability | Finding the chances of occurrence or non-occurrence of a certain event. | 17 students are present in a class. In how many ways, can they be made to stand in 2 circles of 8 and 9 students? | 10+2 level |
Mixtures & Allegation | Questions based on mixing up of two or more materials in a specific proportion | 48 litre of Glycerin is mixed with 144 litre Rose water. D litre of total mixture is taken out and 32 litre Glycerin and 48 litre Rose water are added in the mixture. The final mixture contains 30% Glycerin, find the quantity of the mixture that is taken out. | 10+2 level |
Note:- The above-mentioned examples are for Illustrative purpose only.
RBI ASSISTANT EXAM: RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR NUMERICAL ABILITY
1. Objective Arithmetic by RS Aggarwal/ S Chand
2. Numerical ability and Mathematical Aptitude by Dr AB Rao/Dr AB Rao
3. Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Varma/Arihant
REASONING ABILITY DETAILED SYLLABUS
The detailed syllabus for Reasoning Ability section with Topic description, Topic Example, and Difficulty level is given below:-
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Inequalities/ Coded Inequalities | When a group of elements are given with a certain coded relationship denoted by <, >, = etc, such type of questions fall under the category of reasoning Inequality. | Statements :- II- R > T III- P > T | Easy & Less time Consuming |
Syllogism | Questions require thinking for arriving at a specific conclusion by examining other premises or ideas. | Statements: | Complex & little Time Consuming |
Coding/ Decoding | Identifying the pattern used for coding of a given data set and using the same for performing specific operation. | In a certain code language, What is the code for ‘are’ in the given language? | Easy & Little Time Consuming |
Circular/ Linear Seating Arrangement | Questions based on find the correct order of people sitting. | Eight friends – P, Q, R, S, T, U, V & W are sitting around a circle facing the center. V is third to the right of Q & second to the left of R. Q is second to the left of T & immediate right of S. | Complex & Little Time Consuming |
Blood Relations | Questions based on Blood Relations and Family tree | A isson of C while C and Q are the sisters to one another. Z is the mother of Q. If P is the son of Z, Which one of the following statements is correct ? | Easy & Less Time Consuming |
Direction & Distance | Questions are based on Direction sense | At a crossing, there was a direction pole, which was showing all the four correct directions. But due to the wind, it turns in such a manner that now West pointer is showing South. Harish went in the wrong direction thinking that he was travelling East. In what direction he was actually travelling? | Easy & Less Time Consuming |
Ordering & Ranking | Questions based on the finding the correct order as per given information | On sports day in a school, 8 students took part in a race. They were all made to stand in a straight line. Sumit was standing 5th from the right end, and 3 students are standing in between Sumit and Ritesh. Based on this arrangement, what is the position of Ritesh from the left end of the line? | Easy & Less Time Consuming |
Puzzles | Questions require to analyze the given piece of information, pick the information that is important and leave out the information that is not required in solving the given set of questions. | Six boxes A, B, C, D, E, and F are placed one above another and contain different items i.e. Flower, Books, Chocolate, Fruit, Watches, and Toy (but not necessarily in the same order). A is placed either top or bottom. Box of watch is placed at bottom. Only one box is placed between D and F. Two boxes are placed between A and D which contain fruit. Box C is placed below E but not just below E. Box of Toy is placed between D and F.. | Complex & Time Consuming |
Alphanumeric Series | Combination of numbers, alphabets and symbol-based series which candidates need | Based on the series given below, answer the following questions: H # K O & L $ % X I A V E @ ? D + F M | Easy & Less Time Consuming |
Note:- The above-mentioned examples are for Illustrative purpose only.
RBI ASSISTANT EXAM: RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR REASONING ABILITY
1. Modern Approach to Verbal Reasoning by R.S.Agarwal
2. A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal & Non-Verbal (Arihant) by BS Sijwali
3. Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey
4. Logical Reasoning by K Kundan BSC Publishing
ENGLISH LANGUAGE DETAILED SYLLABUS
The detailed syllabus for English Language section with Topic description, Topic Example and Difficulty level is given below:-
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Cloze Test | Filling Appropriate word in each of the blank in the given paragraph | David Spiegelhalter, president of Royal Statistical Society in the U.K., gave a most unusual presidential address in 2017. ___A___ talking about esoteric statistical techniques, he talked about declining trust in numbers in a post-truth society ___B___ by fake news and alternative facts. He ___C___ to the statistical community that the best way of inspiring trust was to be trustworthy by demonstrating competence, reliability and honesty. | 10+2 Level |
Spotting Errors | Correcting spelling Errors in a given sentence | Directions: In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select ‘No Error’. | 10+2 Level |
Para jumbles/ Sentence Rearrangement | Rearranging the sentences in a logical order such that they make sense. | Directions: In this question, a sentence has been divided into 5 parts. The part given as bold is the starting fragment of the sentence. You need to rearrange the rest of the parts in a meaningful sequence:- | 10+2 Level |
Sentence Improvement | Improving the sentence by correcting the mistake | In the following questions, some part of the sentence is highlighted in bold. Which of the options given below the sentence should replace the part printed in bold to make the sentence grammatically correct? | 10+2 Level |
Fill in the blanks | Filling the blanks with the neccessary word according to the sentence | It is now important for the central bank to _______ that the discipline in the system does not ________. | 10+2 Level |
Sentence Connectors | Connecting the given sentences using appropriate word | Direction: In the following question, two statements and five connectors are given. Only one of the connectors from those given can be used to combine the given two statements into one sentence without changing the meaning. I. The current changes in the tax rate would raise significant revenue. II. Analysts believe the new tax rate would be very progressive. | 10+2 Level |
Note:- The above-mentioned examples are for Illustrative purpose only.
Pie Chart for RBI Assistant Prelims – English Language
RBI ASSISTANT EXAM: RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR ENGLISH LANGAUGE
1. High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren & Martin
2. Objective English for Competitive Examinations by Mcgraw Hill Education
3. Objective General English by S. Chand
4. General English by Arihant Publication
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official website- click here
For Official Notification- click here
LATEST UPDATE
The official RBI Assistant Notification for 2025, detailing various Assistant posts, will be released soon on the official website www.rbi.org.in. This notification will include complete information regarding category-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and the selection process. We will update when we receive any information related to the exam. The information given below is based on the exam for the year 2023.
EXAM PATTERN
The RBI Assistant Exam Pattern is published annually alongside the official notification. Understanding the complete exam pattern is essential for scoring well in the examination. Candidates must first appear for the RBI Assistant Prelims Exam, which serves as the screening stage to shortlist candidates for the Mains Exam.
RBI Assistant Preliminary Examination is a Computer Based Test which comprises three sections of a total of 100 Questions and 100 marks. The time duration for each section is 20 minutes and for the overall test is 60 minutes. For candidates using the Scribe facility, the total time duration is 80 minutes.
The section-wise distribution of Questions and Marks is given below :-
Test Mode | Name of test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | English Language | 30 Q | 30 x 1 = 30 Marks | 20 Minutes |
Numerical Ability | 35 Q | 35 x 1 = 35 Marks | 20 Minutes | |
Reasoning Ability | 35 Q | 35 x 1 = 35 Marks | 20 Minutes | |
Total | 100 Q | 100 Marks | 60 Minutes |
Note :- The candidates are required to score sectional cut-off and overall cut-off both as decided by authority to qualify the examination.
Mode of Examination
The RBI Assistant Preliminary Examination is a Computer Based Test. Questions shall be based on Multiple Choice objective Type.
Medium of Examination
1. Questions from Numerical Ability & Reasoning Ability section shall be available in both English and Hindi.
2. Questions from English Language section shall be available in English only.
3. Candidates need to choose the language of the question paper they want to attempt before the commencement of exam.
4. However, candidates will be allowed to change the language of the particular question also
Marking Scheme
1. One mark is given for every correct answer
2. There is a negative marking for the wrong answer. 0.25 or 1/4th marks are deducted for each wrong answer.
3. There are no marks deducting for any question skipped by the candidate.
Normalization of Score
The Reserve Bank of India makes use of the approach of Normalization to transform all marks right into a standardized layout to make it fair for all applicants appearing for the exam
Following is the formula to calculate the Normalized Marks of the candidates in RBI Assistant Exam.
NOTE 1. The corrected scores obtained by each of the candidates in different sessions (if held) will be normalized using the Equipercentile method.
NOTE 2. Scores up to two decimal points shall be taken for the purpose of calculations.
FAST FACTS
1. Acronym – RBI Assistant
2. Conducting Body/ Administrator – Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
3. Exam Purpose – Selection of candidates for its sub-offices and branches in the country.
4. Exam Mode – Computer Based Test (CBT)
5. Stages – Preliminary Exam & Mains Exam followed by Language Proficiency Test
6. Offered – Depends on Requirements
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For Official website- click here
For Official Notification- click here
LATEST UPDATE
The official RBI Assistant Notification for 2025, detailing various Assistant posts, will be released soon on the official website www.rbi.org.in. This notification will include complete information regarding category-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and the selection process. We will update when we receive any information related to the exam. The information given below is based on the exam for the year 2023.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates willing to apply for RBI ASSISTANT Examination are required to fulfill certain conditions to be eligible for it. The candidate who does not satisfy the Eligibility criteria like Age, Minimum educational qualification, etc., their candidature shall be rejected by the authorities. The candidate’s eligibility for RBI ASSISTANT Examination is based on the fulfillment of the following conditions:-
1. Nationality
2. Age Limit & Relaxations
3. Educational Qualifications
Nationality
Only the people who are citizens of India are eligible to apply for the post of Assistant in RBI.
Age Limit
Between 20 and 28 years.
Relaxations of Upper Age Limit
Upper age limit will be relaxed as under:
Category | Relaxation in Age |
Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC / ST) | By 5 years, i.e. up to 33 years |
Other Backward Classes (OBC) | By 3 years, i.e. up to 31 years |
Persons with Disabilities (PWD) | By 10 years (GEN) 13 years (OBC) & 15 |
Ex-Servicemen | To the extent of service rendered by them in |
Widows/divorced women/ women judicially | By 10 years |
Candidates domiciled in the state of Jammu | By 5 years |
Candidates having work experience in | To the extent of the number of years of such |
NOTE :- Cumulative Age Relaxation will not be available either under the above items or in combination with any other items.
Education Qualification
1. At least a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (pass class for SC/ST/PWD candidates) in the aggregate and the knowledge of word processing on PC.
2. A candidate belonging to the Ex-servicemen category (except dependents of ex-servicemen) should either be a graduate from a recognized University or should have passed the matriculation or its equivalent examination of the Armed Forces and rendered at least 15 years of defense service.
3. Candidates applying for a post in a particular recruiting office should be proficient in the language (i.e. know to read, write, speak and understand the language) of the state/ any of the states falling under the recruiting office.
NOTE :-
1. The date of passing eligibility will be the date appearing on the mark-sheet or provisional certificate issued by the University/ Institute. In case the result of a particular examination is posted on the website of the University/ Institute, a certificate issued by the appropriate authority of the University/ Institute indicating the date on which the result was posted on the website will be taken as the date of passing.
2. Candidate should indicate the percentage obtained in Graduation calculated to the nearest two decimals in the online application. Where CGPA/OGPA is awarded, the same should be converted into percentage and indicated in online application. If called for document verification, the candidate will have to produce a certificate issued by the appropriate authority inter alia stating the norms of the University regarding conversion of grade into percentage and the percentage of marks by the candidates in terms of norms.
3. Calculation of Percentage: The percentage marks shall be arrived at by dividing the total marks obtained by the candidate in all the subjects in all the semester(s)/year(s) by aggregating maximum marks in all the subjects irrespective of honors / optional / additional optional subject, if any. This will be applicable for those Universities also where Class/Grade is decided on the basis of Honors marks only. The fraction of percentage so arrived will be ignored i.e. 49.99% will be treated as less than 50%.
Eligibility Highlights
1. The candidate shall be minimum 20 years and maximum 28 years of age.
2. A candidate must possess a Degree of Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University with a minimum of 50% marks.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official website- click here
For Official Notification- click here
LATEST UPDATE
The official RBI Assistant Notification for 2025, detailing various Assistant posts, will be released soon on the official website www.rbi.org.in. This notification will include complete information regarding category-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and the selection process. We will update when we receive any information related to the exam. The information given below is based on the exam for the year 2023.
IMPORTANT DATES
The official RBI Assistant Notification for 2025, detailing various Assistant posts, will be released soon on the official website www.rbi.org.in. This notification will include complete information regarding category-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and the selection process. We will update when we receive any information related to the exam.
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the 450 posts of ‘Assistant-2023’ in the Reserve Bank of India, hereinafter referred to as ‘Bank’. Selection for the post will be through a country-wide competitive examination in two phases i.e., Preliminary and Main examination followed by a Language Proficiency Test (LPT). Please note that Corrigendum, if any, issued on the above advertisement, will be published only on the Bank’s website – www.rbi.org.in. The full text of the advertisement is available on the Bank’s website www.rbi.org.in and is also being published in the Employment News / Rojgar Samachar.
Activity | Date |
RBI Assistant Notification 2023 | 13th September 2023 |
RBI Assistant Apply Online Start Date | 13th September 2023 |
Online Application Form Last Date | 4th October 2023 |
Last Date to Pay Fees | 04th October 2023 |
RBI Assistant Prelims Admit Card 2023 | 7th November 2023 |
RBI Assistant Preliminary Exam Date | 18th & 19th November 2023 |
RBI Assistant Prelims Result 2023 | 15th December 2023 |
RBI Assistant Mains Admit Card 2023 | 19th December 2023 |
RBI Assistant Mains Exam Date 2023 | 31st December 2023 |
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official website- click here
For Official Notification- click here