RBI Grade B

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 strategyInitiative/proactiveDriven to attain resultsStructured and logical approach to performing tasksMaking informed decisions based on objective dataFocusing on the customerCollaborating with stakeholders (colleagues, managers, vendors and customers)

RBI Grade B exam comprises both objective and subjective type questions. The prelims exam carries objective-type questions whereas the Mains exam carries both objective-type and descriptive-type questions. The prelims exam carries questions from General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning. The Mains exam carries questions from Paper-I: Economic and Social Issues, Paper-II: English (Writing Skills) and Paper-III: Finance and Management. The standard of questions asked in RBI Grade B exam is of graduation level. The total marks allotted to the Phase 1 exam are 200. The Phase 2 exam carries 300 marks. The interview carries 75 marks. Candidates need to be thorough with the exam pattern inorder to clear the exam.

RBI Grade B exam is conducted online only for General post. The Paper 1 of RBI Grade B exam is conducted online and carries questions from General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning. The Phase 2 of RBI Grade B exam is conducted online. In Paper 1 of Phase 2 exam, candidates need to answer the questions in the descriptive paper with the help of the keyboard. In Paper 2 and 3 of Phase 2 exam, candidates need to type the descriptive answers with the help of the keyboard. Candidates opting to type the answers in Hindi in the descriptive test can do so with the help of either Inscript or Remington (GAIL) keyboards layout. RBI Grade B exam for DEPR and DSIM is conducted online and offline.

Candidates belonging to the unreserved categories are given relaxation in the upper age limit. The category-wise age relaxation given to candidates are given below:
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/ EWS), 13 years (OBC) & 15 years (SC/ST)
Ex-Servicemen-To the extent of service rendered by them in Armed
Forces plus an additional period of 3 years subject to
maximum of 50 years
Widows/divorced women/ women judicially separated who are not re-married-By 10 years
Candidates domiciled in the state of Jammu and Kashmir during the period from 1st January, 1980 to 31st December, 1989-By 5 years
Candidates having work experience in Reserve Bank of India-To the extent of number of years of such experience, subject to maximum of 3 years.

The best books for Finance and Management are given below:Monetary Theory and Public Policy- Kenneth KuriharaIndian Economy by Mishra and PuriEconomic Growth and Development by Mayer and BaldwinFinancial Management by Prasanna ChandraMajor financial newspapers International business by Hill and JainRBI Annual Report, Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India, etc.Economic Survey Material sourced from RBI websiteTo prepare for the Finance and Management section of the RBI Grade B Exam, here are some tips and tricks:Candidates need to familiarize themselves with the syllabus of the Finance and Management sectionStart with the basics and study the fundamental concepts of finance and managementCandidates must refer to textbooks, online resources, and previous year question papers to understand the topicsPractice solving numerical problems to improve your speed and accuracyStay updated with the latest news and developments in the finance and management industryTake mock tests and practice previous year question papers to assess the preparation level and identify areas that require improvement

To prepare for the RBI Grade B exam, there are several books and study materials that you can refer to. Here are some of the popular ones:
Economic Survey of India: This is a crucial document that you should read before attempting the exam. It will provide you with a broad understanding of the Indian economy and its policies. Reserve Bank of India Annual Report: This is another important document that you should read to gain knowledge about RBI's policies and operations. Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh: This book is a comprehensive guide to the Indian economy, covering topics such as fiscal policy, monetary policy, and the banking sector. Indian Financial System by Bharti V Pathak: This book covers topics such as financial markets, banking, insurance, and mutual funds. Financial Management by Prasanna Chandra: This book is a good resource for understanding financial management concepts such as capital budgeting, risk analysis, and working capital management. Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R. S. Aggarwal: This book is a popular choice for candidates preparing for competitive exams, including RBI Grade B. It covers topics such as arithmetic, Algebra geometry, and data interpretation. English for Competitive Exams by Wren & Martin: This book is a useful resource for improving your English language skills, including grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension. These are just a few of the many resources available for preparing for the RBI Grade B exam. It is important to choose study materials that align with the syllabus and to practice mock tests and previous year question papers to gain familiarity with the exam pattern and improve your time management skills.