The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially initiated the recruitment process for the Grade B (DR) – General, DEPR, and DSIM posts for 2026. The RBI’s Department of Communication has published a Notice Inviting Tender (NIT) to facilitate the release of recruitment advertisements in major newspapers.
As per the tender notice, the advertisement is expected to be released in leading newspapers by April 28, 2026. The detailed recruitment notification, which will include vacancy counts, eligibility criteria, age limits, exam dates, and other important details, is still awaited.
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What to Expect in the Full Notification
The full RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 notification will be published once the advertisement is released, which is scheduled tentatively for April 28, 2026. The notification will provide important information, including:
- Eligibility criteria for candidates
- Age limits and relaxation details
- Application process with fees
- Exam dates and venue details
- Selection process, including interviews and group discussions, if any
- Salary and benefits for selected candidates
Application Window and Dates
Although the advertisement is about to be released, the precise registration dates, which include the time at which applicants can start submitting their applications online and the date by which applications must be submitted, will not be made available until the official notification of recruitment has been published.
An application window was available during the most recent recruitment cycle, beginning around September and lasting until the end of September 2025.
What Should Candidates Do?
Candidates should:
- Keep checking the official RBI recruitment website for the official notification.
- Prepare for the exam based on the previous year’s syllabus and exam pattern.
- Follow official channels and news outlets for any updates regarding the recruitment timeline.
The RBI Grade B Recruitment 2026 process is officially underway, with the advertisement scheduled for release at the end of April 2026. However, for comprehensive details on eligibility, application steps, and exam patterns, candidates will need to wait for the official recruitment notification, which will be released in the coming weeks.