RBI Office Attendant Recruitment 2026

The RBI Office Attendant Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Reserve Bank of India, inviting applications for 572 vacancies across various regional offices. This is a golden opportunity for 10th-pass candidates seeking a prestigious permanent job in the banking sector with a gross salary of approximately ₹46,000 per month. Interested candidates must ensure they meet the specific eligibility criteria—particularly the undergraduate requirement—before applying online through the official portal.

Important Dates

RBI Office Attendant Vacancy 2026 Details

The Reserve Bank of India has announced a total of 572 vacancies for the post of Office Attendant for the Panel Year 2025. The office-wise breakdown is listed below:

Eligibility Criteria (As on 01/01/2026)

1. Education Qualification

• Minimum Requirement: Candidates must have passed the 10th Standard (S.S.C./Matriculation) from a recognized board of the State/UT falling under the regional jurisdiction of the recruiting office.
• Language Proficiency: You must be proficient in the language of the state (read, write, speak, and understand).
• CRITICAL NOTE: Candidates who are Graduates or possess higher qualifications are NOT eligible to apply. This post is strictly for Undergraduates.

2. Age Limit

• Age Range: 18 to 25 years.
• Cut-off Dates: Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02/01/2001 and not later than 01/01/2008 (both days inclusive).
• Relaxation: Upper age relaxation applies for Reserved Categories (SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwBD: 10 Years, etc.) as per government rules.

Selection Process

The selection for the RBI Office Attendant Recruitment 2026 consists of two primary stages:

1. Online Competitive Test: A 120-mark objective test comprising Reasoning, General English, General Awareness, and Numerical Ability.
2. Language Proficiency Test (LPT): Candidates shortlisted from the online test will undergo an LPT in the Official/Local Language of the State. This test is Qualifying in Nature but mandatory. Failing this will disqualify the candidate.

RBI Office Attendant Previous Year Cut-Off Trends

Since the RBI Office Attendant exam is highly competitive and the difficulty level is generally “Easy to Moderate,” the cut-offs tend to go high. Below is an indicative reference of the Previous Recruitment (2021) Cut-Off trends. Candidates should target a score of 100+ out of 120 to be on the safe side.

Syllabus & Memory Based Topics

The online test consists of 120 questions to be solved in 90 minutes. Based on previous years’ papers, here are the high-weightage topics you must prepare:

1. Reasoning (30 Marks)

• Seating Arrangement: Circular and Linear (Simple level).
• Syllogism: 3-4 Questions (Direct logic).
• Alphanumeric Series: High weightage.
• Ranking & Direction: Basic sense questions.

2. Numerical Ability (30 Marks)

• Simplification/Approximation: 10-15 Questions (Must score area).
• Number Series: Missing and Wrong number series.
• Arithmetic: Profit & Loss, SI/CI, Average, Percentage.
• Data Interpretation: Single Table or Bar Graph.

3. General English (30 Marks)

• Reading Comprehension: Story-based passages.
• Cloze Test: Easy vocabulary based.
• Error Detection: Grammar rules (Subject-Verb Agreement).
• Fill in the Blanks: Single fillers.

4. General Awareness (30 Marks)

• Banking Awareness: RBI Governor, Headquarters, Currencies.
• Current Affairs: Last 3-4 months (Sports, Awards, Appointments).
• Static GK: National Parks, Dams, Important Days.

RBI Office Attendant Salary & Perks

One of the biggest attractions of this recruitment is the salary package. Despite being an entry-level position, RBI offers a pay scale significantly higher than other banking peers.

• Basic Pay: ₹24,250/- per month.
• Pay Scale: 24250-840 (4)-27610-980 (3)-30550-1200 (3)-34150-1620 (2)-37390-1990 (4)-45350-2700(2)-50750-2800 (1) 53550.
• Gross Monthly Emoluments: Approximately ₹46,029/- (Without HRA).
• Allowances: Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance (15% of Pay if no accommodation provided), City Compensatory Allowance, Grade Allowance, etc.
• Perquisites: Bank’s accommodation (subject to availability), Medical facilities, Reimbursement of education expenses, Loans at concessional rates, etc.

Application Fee

Candidates must pay the requisite fee online between January 15, 2026, and February 04, 2026. The fee structure is as follows:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official RBI website: https://rbi.org.in/.
2. Click on “Opportunities @ RBI” > “Current Vacancies” > “Vacancies”.
3. Click on the link “Recruitment for the post of Office Attendant – PY 2025”.
4. Register by clicking “Click here for New Registration” and entering your Name, Contact details, and Email-id.
5. Upload your Scanned Photograph (4.5cm × 3.5cm), Signature, Left Thumb Impression, and Handwritten Declaration.
6. Fill in the application form carefully, ensuring the “Undergraduate” clause is met.
7. Pay the examination fees using Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, or Mobile Wallets.
8. Click “Submit” and print the e-Receipt and Application Form for future reference.