Dear aspirants, the RBI Grade B selection criteria includes three phases, namely, Phase I (Online / Written examinations) and Phase II and the Interview. The RBI Grade B Selection Process 2025 is designed to identify the most capable candidates for one of the most prestigious roles in the Reserve Bank of India. The selection criteria are to assess a candidate’s knowledge, aptitude, and suitability for the role. The post-wise scheme of selection is detailed on this page. Only candidates who clear each stage successfully are considered for final selection. The final selection will be through a merit list, which will be prepared by adding marks secured by candidates in Phase-II examination and Interview and grace marks as applicable as per extant rules. Understanding the selection process is essential for strategic preparation and success in the exam. This page provides the complete details regarding the RBI Grade B selection criteria and other details. For any queries, kindly visit the FAQs listed below.

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RBI Grade B Examination 2025 - Overview

The RBI Grade B Exam 2025 is a competitive national-level selection process organised by the Reserve Bank of India. It includes three phases: Phase 1, Phase 2, and the Interview. The exam aims to evaluate candidates’ knowledge, aptitude, and analytical abilities. Those who pass this exam earn esteemed managerial positions within India’s central banking system. Candidates can view a complete overview of the RBI Grade B exam 2025 in the table below.

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RBI Grade B Selection Process 2025

The candidates applying for RBI Grade B recruitment must undergo three stages of the RBI Grade B selection Process, namely:

1. Phase I: Prelims

2. Phase II: Mains

3. Phase III: Interview

• For General DR posts, the RBI Group B selection criteria will be through online examinations and an Interview. Examinations will be held in three phases: Phase I: Online Examination (Objective Type), Phase II: Online Examination. Candidates who cleared the Phase II examination will be shortlisted for the Phase III: Interview.

• For DEPR and DSIM Cadres, Selection will be through Online/ Written Examinations (WE) and Interview. There are 4 papers for the Examination. In Phase I of the examination, there will be Paper I: Objective Type (on Economics) and Paper II: Descriptive Type (On English). In Phase II, there will be Paper I: Descriptive Type (on Economics) and Paper II: Descriptive Type (on Economics). Finally, the Phase III is the Interview.

1. Grade B (DR) - General

Phase I: Online Examination (Objective Type) 

• The RBI Grade B Phase 1 exam pattern 2025 consists of four sections, namely, General Awareness, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning.

• There is a total of 200 questions placed in the RBI Grade B Phase-I exam.

• The time duration is a total of 2 hours.

• Candidates who secure minimum marks separately for each Test, as prescribed, will be shortlisted for Phase II of the examination based on the aggregate marks obtained in Phase I.

Phase II: Online Examination (Objective Type +  Descriptive Type) (DR) (General)

• The RBI Grade B Phase 2 exam consists of three papers, namely, Paper I, II, and III.

• Phase II consists of both objective and descriptive papers.

• The exam is conducted for 300 marks.

• Paper I: (Economic and Social Issues) - 50% Objective Type + 50% Descriptive Type.

• Paper II: English (Writing Skills) - Descriptive, to be typed with the help of the keyboard.

• Paper III: (General Finance and Management) - 50% Objective Type + 50% Descriptive Type.

Phase III: Interview

• Candidates will be shortlisted for the Interview based on the aggregate of marks obtained in Phase-II (Paper-I, Paper-II, Paper-III).

• The minimum aggregate cut-off marks for being shortlisted for

  The interview will be decided by the Board in relation to the number of vacancies.

• The interview will be 75 marks.

• Candidate shall be required to undergo a Personality Assessment conducted by the Bank before appearing for the Interview.

• No marks will be allotted for the same, and it will not form part of the final selection criteria.

• The candidate may opt for an Interview either in Hindi or English.

2. Grade B (DR) - DEPR

Phase I: Online Examination (Objective Type + Descriptive)

• Here in Phase I examination, the Paper I Objective Type will be based on Economics.

• The Paper II, English - Descriptive to be typed with the help of a keyboard.

• The Phase I examination will be conducted for 200 marks, where 100 marks are allocated for each separate paper (I and II).

Phase II: Online Examination (Descriptive Type)

• Here in Phase II examination, Papers I and II (Descriptive Type) will be based on Economics.

• For both papers, the Question paper was displayed on the computer, and the answers were to be written on paper.

• The Phase II examination will be conducted for 200 marks, where 100 marks are allocated for each separate paper (I and II).

• Candidates have to secure a minimum of marks as may be prescribed by the Board.

Phase III: Interview

• The number of candidates to be called for an Interview will be decided by the Board.

• Final selection will be based on performance in the 'Online / WE’ in Phase-I (Paper - I and Paper - II), Phase-II (Paper - I and Paper - II) and the Interview taken together.

• The interview will be 75 marks.

• The candidate may opt for an Interview in either Hindi or English.

• Candidate shall be required to undergo a Personality Assessment conducted by the Bank before appearing for the Interview.

• No marks will be allotted for the same, and it will not form part of the final selection criteria.

3. Grade B (DR) - DSIM

• Selection will be through Online/ Written Examinations (WE) and an Interview.

• There are 3 papers for the Examination. Paper-I: Objective Type (on Statistics) and Papers-II Descriptive Type (on Statistics) - Question paper displayed on computer, answers to be written on paper & III English – Descriptive to be typed with the help of a keyboard.

• The exam is conducted for 300 marks, where 100 marks are allocated for each separate paper.

• The number of candidates to be called for the Interview will be decided by the Board.

• Final selection will be on the basis of performance in the ‘Online / WE’ (Paper-I, II and III) and the Interview taken together.

• The interview will be 75 marks. The candidate may opt for an Interview either in Hindi or English.

• Candidate shall be required to undergo a Personality Assessment conducted by the Bank before appearing for the Interview.

• No marks will be allotted for the same, and it will not form part of the final selection criteria.

FAQs

Q: What are the stages of the RBI Grade B Selection Process 2025 for General (DR) posts?

The selection process for RBI Grade B (DR-General) consists of three stages: Phase I (Prelims) – an online objective test, Phase II (Mains) – comprising both objective and descriptive papers, and Phase III (Interview).

Q: How is the RBI Grade B Phase II exam structured for General (DR) candidates?

Phase II for RBI Grade B (DR-General) includes three papers: Economic & Social Issues, English (Writing Skills), and Finance & Management. The exam has both objective and descriptive questions, carrying a total of 300 marks.

Q: What is the selection process for the RBI Grade B DEPR cadre in 2025?

For the DEPR cadre, the selection process includes Phase I (Objective on Economics + Descriptive English), Phase II (two Descriptive papers on Economics), and Phase III (Interview). The final selection is based on performance across all phases.

Q: How is the final selection made for RBI Grade B DSIM posts?

For DSIM posts, candidates appear for three papers – Statistics (Objective + Descriptive) and English (Descriptive), followed by an Interview. Final selection is based on marks obtained in the written exams and the Interview together.