Anangsha PatraDeputy Manager – Editorial
RBI Grade B Notification 2024: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released RBI Grade B Notification 2024 on July 19, 2024. Earlier, the notification was scheduled to be released on July 19, 2024. However, it was delayed by the examination authority. A total of 94 vacancies were announced for the RBI Grade B 2024 exam. Interested candidates could fill RBI Grade B application form 2024 till August 16, 2024. The Phase 1 exam of RBI Grade B General post was conducted on September 8, 2024. The Phase 1 exam for DEPR/DSIM department was conducted on September 14, 2024. Â
According to RBI Grade B 2024 dates, the Phase 2 exam for General post was conducted on October 19, 2024. The Phase 2 exam for DEPR/DSIM was conducted on October 26, 2024.Â
RBI Grade B 2024 notification was released on the official website in PDF form. The notification ncludes the number of vacancies, eligibility criteria, important dates, application form, exam pattern, calculation of scores for different stages, provisional allotment, etc. For more details on RBI Grade B notification, candidates can read this article below.
Q: Â How many times RBI Grade B exam is conducted?
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Q: Â What is the difference between an RBI grade B and an RBI assistant?
Upvote RBI Grade B Notification 2024
The candidates can download the RBI Grade B notification PDF by following the steps given below:
- Go to the official websiteÂ
- Go to the opportunities sectionÂ
- Click on the RBI Grade B notification linkÂ
- The notification PDF will appear on the screenÂ
- Download the PDF and save it for later use
Download here RBI Grade B notification 2024 PDF
Q: Â How tough is RBI Grade B exam?
Upvote Q: Â When RBI Grade B notification 2024 was released?
RBI Grade B notification 2024 was released on July 19, 2024. The notification was released in PDF form and comprises the details related to the exam. The selection process of RBI Grade B comprises Phase 1 exam, Phase 2 exam, and Interview. The gross salary of RBI Grade B is INR 1,08,404 (Approximately). The basic salary of RBI Grade B is INR 55,200 per month. The final selection of candidates is done based on the Phase 2 exam and interview.
Upvote Q: Â What are the important topics for RBI Grade B exam?
Upvote RBI Grade B Exam Dates 2024
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of RBI Grade B Exam 2024 exam
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
19 Oct '24 | RBI Grade B 2024 Phase 2 exam for General post |
08 Sep '24 | RBI Grade B 2024 Phase 1 exam for General post |
29 Aug '24 - 08 Sep '24 | RBI Grade B 2024 Phase 1 Admit Card |
RBI Grade B Eligibility Criteria 2024
The eligibility criteria of RBI Grade B is given below.
| Post | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Age Limit |
Maximum age limit: 30 years Minimum age limit: 21 years |
| Educational qualification |
For Grade B General Post, candidates have a Bachelor’s degree with 60 per cent marks and 50 per cent in case of SC/ST/PwBD. Master's Degree with 55 per cent and 50 per cent for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are required for DEPR & DSIM posts. |
Also Read:Â RBI Grade B Eligibility Criteria 2024
Q: Â How can candidates apply for RBI Grade B?
Upvote Q: Â What is the age limit for applying to RBI Grade B?
Upvote How to Fil RBI Grade B Application Form?
RBI Grade B application form is released online. The application can be paid online only. It is INR 850 for General/OBC and INR 100 for SC/ST/PwBD. The steps to fill out the RBI Grade B application form are given below:
- Visit the official website
- Click the registration link
- Enter the basic details
- Registration number and password will be generated
- Upload the scanned documents
- Fill out the detailed application form
- Preview the application form
- Click the ‘Submit’ button
- Pay the application fees
- Take the printout of the application form and fee-receipt
Q: Â How can I fill RBI Grade B application form?
RBI Grade B application form needs to be filled online only. Candidates should not submit RBI Grade B application form offline. Candidates are not required to submit the hard copy of the application form. The application process comprises various steps such as registration, uploading the scanned photograph and signature, filling the detailed online form, previewing the application form, uploading the scanned left thumb impression and handwritten declaration, paying the application fees and take printout of the application form. The steps to fill RBI Grade B application form are given below:
- Visit the official website of RBI
- Click on the RBI Grade B registration link to register for the exam
- Candidates need to enter the required details in the registration form
- After successful registration, registration ID and password are generated
- In the detailed application form, candidates need to enter basic details, personal details, educational qualification, communication details, choose exam centres, etc.
- After entering the details, candidates should preview the application form and submit it
- Candidates should upload the handwritten declaration and left thumb impression
- They should pay the application fees and submit it
- · Take the printout of the transaction receipt
Upvote Q: Â Do I need to send the printout of the RBI Grade B application form and e-receipt?
No, candidates should not send the printout of the RBI Grade B application form and e-receipt. However, candidates must keep the printout of the application form and fee receipt for future reference. They should keep the printout of the application form and fee receipt till the completion of recruitment process. Candidates need to fill the application form of RBI Grade B online. The application fee for the exam is INR 850 for General/OBC and INR 100 for SC/ST/PwBD, can be paid online only. The application process of RBI Grade B comprises registration, uploading the scanned photograph and signature, filling the detailed application form, uploading left thumb impression and handwritten declaration, previewing the application form, paying the application fees and final submission.
Upvote RBI Grade B Exam Pattern 2024
RBI Grade B exam pattern is divided into Phase I, II, and Interview. Phase I of RBI Grade B for General Post comprises four sections. All the questions in the exam will be objective type. The total marks for the test are 200. Phase II comprises both objective-type and descriptive-type questions. The test comprises three papers. The total marks for the test are 300. The Interview for General Post carries a total of 50 marks. The structure of RBI Grade B exam pattern is given below.
Phase 1 RBI Grade B Exam PatternÂ
Structure of Phase I exam |
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Sections |
Number of questions |
Marks |
| General Awareness |
80 |
80 |
| Reasoning |
60 |
60 |
| English Language |
30 |
30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
30 |
30 |
| Total |
200 |
200 |
Phase 2 RBI Grade B Exam Pattern
| Structure of Phase II exam | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Name of the Paper | Type of Paper | Duration | Marks |
| Paper-I: Economic and Social Issues | 50 per cent Objective Type 50 per cent Descriptive, answers to be typed with the help of the keyboard | 120 Minutes Objective: 30 Descriptive: 90 |
Total: 100 Marks Objective: 50 Descriptive: 50 |
| Paper-II: English (Writing Skills) | Descriptive answers to be typed with the help of the keyboard. Candidates opting to type the answers in Hindi may do so with the help of either Inscript or Remington (GAIL) keyboards layout. | 90 Minutes | 100 |
| Paper-III: Finance and Management | 50 per cent Objective Type and 50 per cent Descriptive, answers to be typed with the help of the keyboard. Candidates opting to type the answers in Hindi may do so with the help of either Inscript or Remington (GAIL) keyboards layout. | 120 minutes Objective: 30 Descriptive: 90 |
Total: 100 Marks Objective: 50 Descriptive: 50 |
Q: Â Will there be a Psychometric Test in RBI Grade B exam?
As per the revised exam pattern, candidates need to appear for the Psychometric Test in the RBI Grade B exam before appearing in the interview. There are no marks for this test. The performance of candidates in the psychometric test is not counted for the final merit list. It is only conducted to test the psychological knowledge of candidates. The psychometric test basically measure individuals' mental capabilities and behaviour style. The test assess a cadidate's ability to perform the assigned job role. Through psychometric test, the employer assess the following personality trait:
Focus on the ‘bigger picture’ and strategy
Initiative/proactive
Driven to attain results
Structured and logical approach to performing tasks
Making informed decisions based on objective data
Focusing on the customer
Collaborating with stakeholders (colleagues, managers, vendors and customers)
Upvote Q: Â What is RBI Grade B exam pattern?
RBI Grade B exam pattern is such that it is divided into Phase I, II, and Interview. The Phase 1 comprises subjects such as General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning. The total marks allotted to the exam are 200. The duration of the test is 120 minutes. The language of the question paper is English and Hindi. Phase II comprises Paper-I: Economic and Social Issues, Paper-II: English (Writing Skills) and Paper-III: Finance and Management. The Phase 2 exam carries 300 marks. The duration of Paper I and III are 120 minutes (30 minutes for the objective test and 90 minutes for the descriptive test) while Paper-II is held for 90 minutes. All papers of Phase II, except the English Language, are set in English and Hindi. The interview carries 75 marks.
Upvote Q: Â What is the marking scheme of RBI Grade B exam?
Upvote RBI Grade B Syllabus 2024
RBI Grade B syllabus is prescribed by the Reserve Bank of India. It highlights the topics that candidates need to prepare for the exam. The syllabus for Phase I for General Post comprises topics from General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning. RBI Grade BÂ syllabus for Phase II comprises topics from Economic and Social Issues, English (Writing Skills), and Finance and Management. RBI Grade B syllabus is given below for Phase 1 exam.
| Reasoning | Quantitative Ability | English Language | General Awareness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning |
Simplification |
Reading Comprehension |
Current Affairs |
| Alphanumeric Series |
Profit & Loss |
Cloze Test |
Indian Financial Systems |
| Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test |
Mixtures &Alligations |
Para jumbles |
Indian Banking Systems |
| Data Sufficiency |
Simple Interest & Compound Interest & Surds & Indices |
Miscellaneous |
Monetary Plans |
| Coded Inequalities |
Work & Time |
Fill in the blanks |
National Institutions |
| Seating Arrangement |
Time & Distance |
Multiple Meaning /Error Spotting |
Banking Terms |
| Puzzle |
Mensuration– Cylinder, Cone, Sphere |
Paragraph Completion |
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| Tabulation |
Data Interpretation |
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| Syllogism |
Ratio & Proportion, Percentage |
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| Blood Relations |
Number Systems |
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| Input Output |
Sequence & Series |
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| Coding Decoding |
Permutation, Combination &Probability |
Q: Â What topics are covered in the RBI Grade B syllabus?
RBI Grace B syllabus is divided into Phase 1 and 2. The topics covered in RBI Grade B syllabus are given below:
RBI Grade B Phase 1 Syllabus
| RBI Grade B Phase 1 Syllabus for DR (General) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | Quantitative Ability | English Language | General Awareness |
Logical Reasoning | Simplification | Reading Comprehension | Current Affairs |
Alphanumeric Series | Profit & Loss | Cloze Test | Indian Financial Systems |
Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test | Mixtures &Alligations | Para jumbles | Indian Banking Systems |
Data Sufficiency | Simple Interest & Compound Interest & Surds & Indices | Miscellaneous | Monetary Plans |
Coded Inequalities | Work & Time | Fill in the blanks | National Institutions |
Seating Arrangement | Time & Distance | Multiple Meaning /Error Spotting | Banking Terms |
Puzzle | Mensuration– Cylinder, Cone, Sphere | Paragraph Completion |
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Tabulation | Data Interpretation |
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Syllogism | Ratio & Proportion, Percentage | ||
Blood Relations | Number Systems | ||
Input Output | Sequence & Series | ||
Coding Decoding | Permutation, Combination &Probability | ||
RBI Grade B Phase 2 Syllabus
| Subject | Syllabus |
|---|---|
Paper 1- Economic & Social Issues | 1. Growth and Development Measurement of growth- National Income and per capita income Poverty Alleviation and Employment Generation in India Sustainable Development Environmental issues 2. Indian Economy Economic History of India Changes in Industrial and Labour Policy Monetary and Fiscal Policy since reforms of 1991 Priorities and recommendations of Economic Survey and Union Budget Indian Money and Financial Markets: Linkages with the economy Role of Indian banks and Reserve Bank in the development process Public Finance Political Economy Industrial Developments in India Indian Agriculture Services sector in India 3. Globalization Opening up of the Indian Economy Balance of Payments Export-Import Policy International Economic Institutions IMF and World Bank WTO Regional Economic Cooperation International Economic Issues 4. Social Structure in India Multiculturalism Demographic Trends Urbanisation and Migration Gender Issues Social Justice: Positive Discrimination in favour of the underprivileged Social Movements Indian Political System Human Development Social Sectors in India Health and Education |
Paper 2- English | To analyse the writing skills of the candidates including expression and understanding of the topic |
Paper 3 (a) Finance | 1. Financial System Regulators of Banks and Financial Institutions Reserve Bank of India- functions and conduct of monetary policy Banking System in India – Structure and concerns, Financial Institutions – SIDBI, EXIM Bank, NABARD, NHB, etc, Changing landscape of banking sector. Impact of the Global Financial Crisis of 2007-08 and the Indian response 2. Financial Markets Primary and Secondary Markets (Forex, Money, Bond, Equity, etc.), functions, instruments, recent developments. 3. General Topics Risk Management in Banking Sector Basics of Derivatives Global financial markets and International Banking – broad trends and latest developments. Financial Inclusion Alternate source of finance, private and social cost-benefit, Public-Private Partnership Corporate Governance in Banking Sector, role of e-governance in addressing issues of corruption and inefficiency in the government sector. The Union Budget – Concepts, approach, and broad trends Inflation: Definition, trends, estimates, consequences, and remedies (control): WPI, CPI - components and trends; striking a balance between inflation and growth through monetary and fiscal policies. FinTech |
Paper 3 (b)- Management | 1. Fundamentals of Management & Organizational Behaviour Introduction to management Evolution of management thought Scientific, Administrative, Human Relations Systems approach to management Management functions and Managerial roles Nudge theory Meaning & concept of organizational behaviour Personality: meaning, factors affecting personality, Big five model of personality Concept of reinforcement Perception: concept, perceptual errors Motivation: Concept, importance Content theories (Maslow’s need theory, Alderfers’ ERG theory, McCllelands’ theory of needs, Herzberg’s two-factor theory) Process theories (Adams equity theory, Vrooms expectancy theory). Leadership: Concept, Theories (Trait, Behavioural, Contingency, Charismatic, Transactional and Transformational Leadership Emotional Intelligence: Concept, Importance, Dimensions. Analysis of Interpersonal Relationship: Transactional Analysis, Johari Window Conflict: Concept, Sources, Types, Management of Conflict Organizational Change: Concept, Kurt Lewin Theory of Change Organizational Development (OD): Organisational Change, Strategies for Change, Theories of Planned Change (Lewin’s change model, Action research model, Positive model). 2. Ethics at the Workplace and Corporate Governance Meaning of ethics, why ethical problems occur in the business Theories of ethics: Utilitarianism: weighing social cost and benefits, rights and duties, Justice and fairness, ethics of care, integrating utility, rights, justice and caring An alternative to moral principles: virtue ethics, teleological theories, egoism theory, relativism theory |
Upvote Q: Â What is the level of RBI Grade B syllabus?
The standard of RBI Grade B syllabus is of the Graduation and Postgraduation levels. RBI Grade B syllabus for Phase 1 comprises subjects such as General Awareness, Reasoning, English Language and Quantitative Aptitude. RBI Grade B Phase 2 syllabus comprises topics such as Paper-I: Economic and Social Issues, Paper-II: English and Paper-III: Finance and Management. Candidates qualifying the Phase 1 exam of RBI Grade B are called for Phase 2 exam. Those who qualify the Phase 2 exam are called for psychometric test and interview. The psychometric test is qualifying in nature. The marks secured in the interview are taken into consideration for the final merit list preparation.
Upvote Q: Â How do I complete the RBI Grade B syllabus?
Ideally, candidates need at least 8 to 10 months for RBI Grade B preparation. It also depend on how much time candidates can devote to the preparation. They need to analyse their strengths and weaknesses in the syllabus, make study plan and stick to it. Be consistent and discipline with the preparation. The tips and tricks to complete the RBI Grade B syllabus are given below:
- Note down all the important given in the syllabus
- Go through all the topics given in RBI Grade B syllabus
- Candidates can clear the concept of each and every topic given in the syllabus from the books
- After going through the chapters given in RBI Grade B syllabus, candidates must solve previous years' question papers
- Candidates must make monthly study plan based on the syllabus to get an idea about how much one need to cover in that particular month
- Candidates must make weekly study plan where they need to divide the syllabus week-wise. It helps candidates to cover the syllabus effectively
- Candidates must make daily study plan where they need to give themselves the deadline to cover a certain topic within a day
Upvote RBI Grade B Salary
The basic RBI Grade B salary is INR 55,200. The pay scale is INR 55,200-2850(9)-80,850-EB-2850 (2)-86,550-3300(4)-99,750 (16 years). The initial monthly gross emoluments are INR 1,08,404 (approx). The allowances offered to candidates are Dearness Allowance, Local Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Family Allowance, and Grade Allowance. Candidates joining as Grade B officers are promoted to the following levels:
- Assistant Manager
- Manager
- Assistant General Manager
- Deputy General Manager
- General Manager
- Chief General Manager
- Executive Director
- Deputy Governo
Q: Â What is RBI Grade B salary?
Upvote Q: Â What perks are given to a Grade B Officer apart from the RBI Grade B Salary?
RBI Grade B Officers are entitled to the following perks and allowances: Back Accommodation Medical Allowance Leave Fare Concession Furnishing of Residence Miscellaneous Allowance (Fuel, Furniture, etc. ) The gross monthly emoluments of RBI Grade B is INR 1,08,404. This is including the perks and benefits offered to candidates. The allowances of RBI Grade B that candidates are entitled to along with the salary are given below:
- Dearness Allowance
- Local Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Family Allowance
- Grade Allowance
Upvote Q: Â What is the pay scale of an RBI Grade B Officer?
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RBI Grade B Vacancy 2024
RBI Grade B vacancy 2024 was released along with the notification for different categories and posts. The RBI Grade B vacancy break-up is given below.
| Post | Total |
|---|---|
| Officers in Grade ‘B’(DR)- General |
68 |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’(DR)- DEPR |
21 |
| Officers in Grade ‘B’(DR)- DSIM |
7 |
| Total |
94 |
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RBI Grade B Notification 2024 FAQs
Candidates can check below RBI Grade B notification 2024 FAQs.
Q: Â How many vacancies are announced for RBI Grade B exam?
Upvote Q: Â Are the exam centres for RBI Grade B prelims and Mains exams the same?
Upvote Q: Â Is there any sectional cutoff in RBI Grade B exam?
Upvote Q: Â When RBI Grade B admit card is issued?
Upvote Q: Â How can I check RBI Grade B result?
RBI Grade B result is declared online separately for prelims, Mains and final selection. The result is made available in PDF form. The scorecard is released after the declaration of the result. To download the scorecard, candidates need to enter the required credentials. The hard copy of the result is not sent to candidates by post. RBI Grade B scorecard is released few days after the declaration of the result. To download the scorecard, candidates need to enter the required credentials. The hard copy of the scorecard is not sent to candidates by post. The steps to download the RBI Grade B result are given below:
- Visit the official website of RBI
- Click the RBI Grade B result link on the home page
- RBI Grade B result PDF opens on a new page
- Search your roll number in the result list
- Download the result PDF and save the file
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RBI Grade B Exam Exam
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The text for RBI Grade B handwritten declaration is given below:
RBI Grade B handwritten declaration text is given below: “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 docu
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The steps to upload RBI Grade B handwritten declaration are given below:
- There will be separate links for uploading handwritten declaration
- Click on the respective link handwritten declaration
- Browse and Select the location where the scanned handwritten declaration file has been saved
- Select the file by
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Candidates are required to take a printout of the e-Receipt and online Application Form. Please note that if the same cannot be generated, online transaction may not have been successful. Candidates are not required to send the hard copy of the application form.
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The application form is integrated with the payment gateway and the payment process can be completed online. The payment can be made by using Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards,  Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets, UPI. On successful completion of the transacti
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Candidates will have to enter their basic details and upload the photograph, signature, left thumb impression and a handwritten declaration in the online application form as per the specifications given.Â
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Some of the important highlights related to RBI Grade B exam pattern are given below.
Particulars | Details |
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Mode of exam | Grade B (DR) for General Phase I & II: Online Grade B (DR) for DEPR/DSIM Paper I: Online Paper 2: Offline Paper 3: Online |
Test duration | Grade B (DR) for General Phase I: 120 minutes Phase II Paper I & III will be held for 120 minutes Paper-II will be held for 90 minutes DEPR/DSIM post Paper 1: 120 minutes Paper 2: 180 minutes Paper 3: 90 minutes |
Nature of questions | Grade B (DR) for General Phase I: Objective type Phase II: Descriptive and Objective Type Grade B (DR) for DEPR/DSIM Paper I: Objective type Paper II & III: Descriptive Type |
Number of sections | Grade B (DR) for General Phase I: Four Phase II: Paper 1, 2 & 3 Grade B (DR) for DEPR Paper I: Objective type paper on Economics Paper II: Descriptive Type paper on Economics (Question paper displayed on the computer, answers to be written on paper) Paper III: Descriptive Type paper on English (To be typed with the help of keyboard) Grade B (DR) for DSIM Paper I: Objective type paper on Statistics Paper II: Descriptive Type paper on Statistics (Question paper displayed on the computer, answers to be written on paper) Paper III: Descriptive Type paper on English (To be typed with the help of keyboard) |
Total marks | Grade B (DR) for General Phase I: 200 marks Phase II (Paper 1, 2 and 3): 100 marks for each paper Interview: 75 marks Grade B (DR) for DEPR/DSIM Paper I: 100 marks Paper II & III: 100 marks for each paper Inteview: 75 marks |
Marking of normal questions | 1/4 marks will be deducted for wrong answers in objective type questions |
Language of question paper | English and Hindi |
Number of questions | Grade B (DR) for General Phase I: 200 Phase II Paper I & III: 30 objective-type questions and six descriptive type questions Paper-II: Three questions Grade B (DR) for DEPR & DSIM Paper I for DEPR: 62 Paper I for DSIM: 20 Paper II & III: Economics/Statistics: 5 English (Writing Skills): 3 |
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RBI Grade B Phase 1 result was announced on September 20, 2024 by RBI. The result was made available in PDF form and comprises the roll numbers of qualified candidates. The scorecard and cut off marks are released few days after the declaration of the result. Candidates can download their scorecards
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