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RBI Grade B (Reserve Bank of India Grade B Officer Examination) is a national competitive recruitment examination conducted by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Candidates appointed receive an estimated in-hand monthly salary of as per 7th CPC standards, with general eligibility requiring ages between 18 to 30/32 years.
RBI Grade B recruits officers for the country's central bank, involved in monetary policy, regulation and supervision.
| Stage | Mode | Subjects / Modules | Duration | Total Marks | Negative Marking | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | CBT (Objective (MCQ)) | GA, English, Quant, Reasoning | 2 Hours 15 Minutes | 200 | 0.25 per wrong answer | Moderate |
| Phase 2 | CBT (Objective + Descriptive) | Economic/Social Issues, English Writing, Finance & Management | 4 Hours 30 Minutes | 300 | Varies by paper | Difficult |
| Interview | Personality Test (Board Interview) | Personal interview | - | 0 | Not applicable | Difficult |
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A: RBI Grade B is conducted by the Reserve Bank of India.
A: Yes, RBI Grade B is generally held annually as per the official recruitment calendar.
A: Most objective stages carry negative marking; check the official notification for exact deduction.