The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to release RBI Assistant Recruitment 2025 official notification soon, which will provide an exciting opportunity for graduates seeking a career in India’s central bank. The post of Assistant is a clerical level that has important and necessary functions to support the daily administration of the RBI in its various regional offices.
The recruitment process includes a competitive exam which consists of a preliminary exam, main exam and a language proficiency test (English or Hindi). The RBI Assistant recruitment attracts plenty of job seekers due to the attractive salary package, job security and prestige of working with RBI and attracts thousands of candidates each year.
Eligibility Criteria :
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks (pass class permissible for reserved categories) |
| Age Limit | 20–28 years (relaxation per applicable government norms) |
| Citizenship | Must be an Indian citizen (or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, Tibetan refugee before 1962, or similar) |
Key Stages & Exam Pattern :
There are three stages of selection:
Preliminary Exam – It is an Objective type Exam consisting of subjects such as English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning (100 Marks, 60 Mins)
Mains Exam – It is an Objective type Exam consisting of subjects such as Reasoning ,Quantitative Aptitude , English ,General Awareness, Computer Knowledge (200 Marks, 135 mins)
Language Proficiency test (LPT) – (qualifying stage) Local/ official language proficiency assessed
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducting for any wrong answer in Prelims and Mains.
Expected Timeline :
| Notification Release | May 2025 (expected) but delayed |
| Application Window Opens | Shortly after release |
| Last Date to Apply | Within weeks after notification |
| Prelims Exam | Mid‑2025 (e.g. Sep–Oct) |
| Mains Exam | 1–2 months after Prelims |
| Language Test & Final Result | After Mains |
Application Fee :
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | Rs. 450 + applicable taxes |
| SC / ST / PWD / Ex‑Servicemen | Rs. 50 + taxes (intimation fee) |
| RBI employees | No fee required |
How to Apply?
Go to the RBI official website (rbi.org.in) to find the Assistant notification when published – Click on “Opportunities” > “Current Vacancies”
Complete the registration: user ID/password, details
Upload documents: Photograph, signature, hand written declaration, etc.
Make online fee payment
Submit the form and download & save the confirmation page.
RBI Assistant 2025: Salary, Perks & Benefits :
| Basic Pay | Rs. 20,700 per month |
| Gross (total) salary | Rs. 45,000-₹47,800/month |
| Take home Salary | Rs. 40,000-₹42,000/month (approx.) |
Perks and allowances:
HRA (house rent), DA and transport allowance
Medical cover to employee and dependents
LTC (Leave Travel Concession) & Leave Encashment
Low-interest in loans (home, car, etc.)
Pension through NPS & excellent job security
Important Links :
| RBI Official Website | https://www.rbi.org.in |
| RBI Recruitment Page | https://opportunities.rbi.org.in |
| Previous Year Notification (2023 PDF) | https://rbidocs.rbi.org.in/rdocs/Content/PDFs/ADVT060920231DC258CB135D496B83E890B845B229B.PDF |
| Career/Job Notifications Updates | https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/bs_viewcontent.aspx?Id=2009 |
How to prepare?
1.Strengthening Reasoning, CA, English & Quantitative Aptitude of Prelims.
2.Preparing quite well for the General Awareness & Computer Knowledge Mains.
3.Mock tests can help you get speed, strategy & sectional timing right.
4.Stay well read on current affairs particularly Indian economic news.
5.Learn how to write concise & effective answers in the Language Test.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) :
Around Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 42,000 per month (in-hand), including allowances.
A Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (pass class for SC/ST/PwBD).
Preliminary exam, Mains exam, and Language Proficiency Test (LPT).
20 to 28 years (age relaxation for reserved categories as per norms).
On the official RBI website: https://www.rbi.org.in
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