RBI Grade ‘B’ Officers : Admit Card Out, Download Now.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the recruitment of Grade ‘B’ officers with 94 vacancies across various departments. Interested candidates can apply online starting from July 25, 2024, until August 16, 2024. The Phase-I online examination will be held on September 08, 2024, for General, and on September 14, 2024, for DEPR and DSIM. The Phase-II examination for General will take place on October 19, 2024. Stay updated with the official notifications and adhere to the deadlines to maximize your chances of securing a position.

Important Dates

These dates are subject to change as per the discretion of the RBI Board. Candidates are advised to keep track of updates through the official RBI website or notifications.

Online Registration and Application Fee Payment:
- Start Date: July 25, 2024
- End Date: August 16, 2024 (till 06:00 PM)

Phase-I Online Examination

Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General:
- Date: September 08, 2024
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR (Department of Economic and Policy Research):
- Date: September 14, 2024
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM (Department of Statistics and Information Management):
- Date: September 14, 2024

Phase-II Examination

Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General:
- Date: October 19, 2024
- Papers: Paper-I, II & III Online Examination
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR:
- Date: October 26, 2024
- Papers: Paper-I & II Written Examination
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM:
- Date: October 26, 2024
- Papers: Paper-II & III Online / Written Examination

Note:

DR: Direct Recruitment
DEPR: Department of Economic and Policy Research
DSIM: Department of Statistics and Information Management

The Board reserves the right to make changes to these dates if necessary.
Candidates should regularly check the official RBI website or notifications for any updates or changes in the schedule.

Application Fee and Intimation Charges for RBI Grade ‘B’ 2024

Sr. No.	Category	Charges	Amount (INR)
1.	SC/ST/PwBD	Intimation Charges	₹100/- + 18% GST
2.	GEN/OBC/EWSs	Application Fee including Intimation Charges	₹850/- + 18% GST
3.	STAFF@	Nil	Nil

Bank/Transaction charges are to be borne by the candidate.
GST (Goods and Services Tax) at the rate of 18% is applicable on the fees.

@ Fee/Intimation charges waiver is applicable only for RBI staff candidates who meet the eligibility criteria specified by RBI’s circulars. Their status as staff candidates will be verified at the time of the Interview. If they do not qualify as staff candidates as per RBI’s circulars, they should apply as non-staff candidates and pay the fees/intimation charges applicable to non-staff candidates.

Eligibility Conditions for RBI Grade ‘B’ Officers

I. Age Limit (As on July 01, 2024)

Minimum Age: 21 years
Maximum Age: 30 years
Candidates must have been born between July 02, 1994, and July 01, 2003.

II. Minimum Educational Qualifications (As on July 01, 2024)

Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General:

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD applicants) or
Post-graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 55% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD applicants) in aggregate of all semesters/years.

Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR (Department of Economic and Policy Research):

Essential:
- Master’s degree in Economics or Finance with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate of all semesters/years (50% for SC/ST/PwBD applicants).
Desirable:
- Doctorate degree in Economics, or research/teaching experience in Economics, or publications in standard journals.

Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM (Department of Statistics and Information Management):

Essential:
- Master’s degree in Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Mathematical Economics/Econometrics/Statistics & Informatics/Applied Statistics & Informatics with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate of all semesters/years (50% for SC/ST/PwBD applicants), or
- Master’s degree in Mathematics with a minimum of 55% marks and a one-year postgraduate diploma in Statistics or related subjects from a reputed institute, or
- Master’s Degree in Data Science/Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning/Big Data Analytics with a minimum of 55% marks, or
- Four-year Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science/AI/ML/Big Data Analytics with a minimum of 60% marks, or
- Two years Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics (PGDBA) with a minimum of 55% marks.
Desirable:
- Doctorate in related subjects, research/teaching experience, and publication in standard journals.

Notes on Age Relaxation and Qualifications:

Candidates with M.Phil. or Ph.D. degrees may receive up to 4 years and 2 years of age relaxation, respectively.
Research/teaching experience at recognized institutions may provide additional age relaxation up to 3 years.
These relaxations do not accumulate with other category-based age relaxations.

These eligibility conditions outline the requirements for candidates aspiring to apply for RBI Grade ‘B’ Officers in 2024. Candidates should refer to the official notification for any updates or changes in eligibility criteria.

Vacancies

Here is the breakdown of vacancies for RBI Grade ‘B’ 2024 recruitment across different categories:

Post	GEN/ UR	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	Total Vacancies	PwBD Category A	PwBD Category B	PwBD Category C	PwBD Category D
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – General	27	10	4	19	6	66	1	8 (7)	1	4 (4)
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPR	8	1	6 (3)	5	1	21	–	–	2 (2)	3 (2)
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIM	2	1 (1)	4 (4)	–	–	7	2 (2)	–	–	1 (1)

Notes:

PwBD: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities
Numbers in parentheses under PwBD categories indicate backlog vacancies.

This table provides a clear overview of the distribution of vacancies among different categories for each post under RBI Grade ‘B’ 2024 recruitment.

Service Conditions / Career Prospects for RBI Grade ‘B’ Officers

Pay Scale and Allowances

Selected candidates for RBI Grade ‘B’ Officers will be placed in the following pay scale:

Starting Basic Pay: ₹55,200/- per month
Pay Scale: ₹55,200 – 2850(9) – 80,850 – EB – 2850(2) – 86,550 – 3300(4) – 99,750 (16 years)

In addition to the basic pay, officers will also be eligible for various allowances:

Special Allowance
Grade Allowance
Dearness Allowance
Local Compensatory Allowance
Special Grade Allowance
Learning Allowance
House Rent Allowance (HRA), which is 15% of Pay if accommodation is not provided by the Bank

Gross Emoluments

At present, the initial monthly gross emoluments (without HRA) are approximately ₹1,22,717/-

Note on Increments

Advance Increments: Candidates with very high academic or professional qualifications/experience of significant value to the Bank may be considered for up to four advance increments.
Higher Emoluments: The Bank may, at its discretion, consider requests for higher emoluments at the Interview stage based on higher qualifications/special experience. Such requests should be indicated in the Bio-data Form. The maximum number of increments considered in such cases will be four.

Career Growth

RBI Grade ‘B’ Officers have a structured career path within the central bank, with opportunities for growth and promotion based on performance and experience. The career prospects are promising, with avenues for specialization in various fields such as economics, policy research, statistics, and more.

This overview provides insight into the pay structure, allowances, and career prospects for officers selected under the RBI Grade ‘B’ 2024 recruitment. Candidates are encouraged to refer to the official notifications and guidelines for detailed information and updates.

Important Links

How To Apply Online for RBI Grade ‘B’ Officers

Here’s a detailed guide on how to apply for RBI Grade ‘B’ 2024 examination online:

A. Pre-requisites for Applying Online

Before starting the online application process, candidates should:

Scan Required Documents: Prepare scanned copies of the following documents:
- Photograph (4.5cm × 3.5cm)
- Signature (with black ink)
- Left thumb impression (on white paper with black or blue ink)
- Handwritten declaration (on a white paper with Black Ink) as specified.
Ensure Specifications:
- Signature in CAPITAL LETTERS will NOT be accepted.
- Left thumb impression should be clear and not smudged.
- Handwritten declaration must be in candidate’s own handwriting in English.
Keep Information Ready:
- Have valid personal email ID and mobile number.
- Details of educational qualifications, personal details, etc., should be ready.

Handwritten Declaration: RBI Grade ‘B’ Officers

The text for the handwritten declaration that candidates need to write is:

“I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”

Key points regarding the handwritten declaration:

Language and Handwriting: The declaration must be written in English by the candidate in their own handwriting. It should not be written by anyone else.
Visually Impaired Candidates: Visually impaired candidates who cannot write may get the text of the declaration typed. They should then put their left thumb impression below the typed declaration and upload the document as per the specifications provided.
Validity: If the declaration is not in English or if it is not in the candidate’s own handwriting (in cases where handwriting is required), the application may be considered invalid.

This declaration is a mandatory part of the application process to affirm the accuracy and truthfulness of the information provided by the candidate. It ensures that candidates take personal responsibility for the information submitted.

B. Procedure for Applying Online

Visit RBI’s Official Website:
- Go to www.rbi.org.in > Opportunities@RBI > Current Vacancies > Vacancies.
- Click on the hyperlink “Online Application Form” for Grade ‘B’ (DR) General/DEPR/DSIM.
Registration:
- Click on “Click here for New Registration”.
- Enter basic details and register to get a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Note down the registration details sent via email and SMS.
Application Form Filling:
- Enter personal, academic, and other required details.
- Use “SAVE AND NEXT” to save entered data before final submission.
Upload Documents:
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per specified dimensions and sizes.
Preview and Final Submission:
- Preview the application form to verify details.
- Modify if necessary and click on ‘FINAL SUBMIT’ after ensuring correctness.
Payment of Application Fee/Intimation Charges:
- Proceed to payment using online mode (Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets, UPI).
- After successful payment, an e-Receipt will be generated. Save it for future reference.
Print Application Form:
- Take a printout of the completed application form and e-Receipt.

C. Guidelines for Scanning & Uploading Documents

Photograph: Recent passport size, in color against a light background, size between 20kb–50kb.
Signature: On white paper with black ink, size between 10kb – 20kb.
Left Thumb Impression: On white paper with black or blue ink, size between 20kb – 50kb.
Handwritten Declaration: In English, on white paper with black ink, size between 50kb – 100kb.
Ensure scanned images meet specified requirements regarding dimensions, format (JPEG), and file size.
Use proper scanning resolution (minimum 200 dpi) and settings to ensure clarity.

D. Important Notes

Applications must be submitted online within the specified dates (July 25 to August 16, 2024, till 06:00 PM).
Candidates are solely responsible for the correctness of information and proper submission of the application.
Any errors in application submission due to candidate’s mistake may lead to rejection without refund of fees.

Following these steps and guidelines will ensure smooth submission of the RBI Grade ‘B’ 2024 online application.