RBI Grade B Eligibility Criteria 2024, Age Limit & Educational Qualification

The minimum RBI Grade B age limit to apply is 21 years whereas the maximum age limit is 30 years as on the reference date which is 1st July 2024. To apply online for RBI Grade B posts, one must possess a bachelor’s degree from a UGC recognized institute. Candidates should ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria mentioned in the notification. In this blog, we will discuss the RBI Grade B Eligibility in detail, so go through the complete blog.

RBI Grade B Eligibility 2024

The candidates will have to satisfy the RBI Grade B Eligibility based on various parameters as mentioned in RBI Grade B Notification 2024. Graduation in any discipline /equivalent technical or professional qualification with a minimum of 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD applicants) or Post-Graduation / equivalent technical qualification with a minimum of 55% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD applicants) in aggregate of all semesters/years is the eligibility for RBI Grade B DR (General).

RBI Grade B Eligibility- Educational Qualification

Educational Qualification is one of the most important parameters of RBI Grade B Eligibility. The minimum educational qualifications required for the RBI Grade B 2024 examination are as follows:

PostRBI Grade B Educational Qualification
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – (General)Graduation/ Post Graduation in any discipline /Equivalent technical or professional qualification.
Graduation: Minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD applicants)
Post Graduation: Minimum 55% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD applicants)
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DEPRa. Master’s Degree in Economics or equivalent OR
b. A Master’s Degree in Finance or equivalent

Minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade is required in aggregate
Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR) – DSIMa. A Master’s Degree in Statistics or equivalent OR
b. Master’s Degree in Mathematics or equivalent OR
c. Master’s degree course in Data Science/ Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning/ Big Data Analytics, OR
d. 4 year Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade in aggregate of all semesters/ years in Data Science/ AI/ ML/ Big Data Analytics OR
e. 2 years Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics (PGDBA)

Minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade is required in aggregate

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RBI Grade B Educational Qualification for General

The RBI Grade B Educational Qualification for General is a Bachelor’s degree/ Master’s Degree. The graduation/ bachelor’s/post-graduation/ master’s can be in any discipline. Check out the table given below to know the minimum percentage required in graduation/post graduation for RBI Grade B.

CategoriesGraduationPG
General/OBC/EWS60%55%
SC/ST/PwBD50%Pass

RBI Grade B Educational Qualification for DEPR

The RBI Grade B Educational Qualification for DEPR is a Master’s degree in Economics/ Finance or any equivalent stream. The minimum requirement of marks for candidates with a master’s degree is 55%.

RBI Grade B Educational Qualification for DSIM

The RBI Grade B Educational Qualification for DSIM is a Master’s degree in Mathematics/ Data Science/ Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning/ Big Data Analytics/ Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Mathematical Economics/ Econometrics/ Statistics & Informatics/ Applied Statistics & Informatics. Apart from these, the candidate can also have 2 2-year Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics (PGDBA) or 4 years bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.

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RBI Grade B Eligibility – CGPA to Percentage Conversion

Some institutes/ universities grant CGPAs, so for those who define the criteria for conversion of CGPA to percentage, the same will be accepted. Those who have not defined the criteria can follow the below-mentioned criteria:

CGPA/ OGPA/ CPI on 10 point scale Aggregate Percentage
6.7560%
6.2555%
5.7550%

RBI Grade B Age Limit

The RBI Grade B Age Limit must be between 21 and 30 years. There is a reference date for the calculation of the age limit which has been notified. The reference date is 1st July 2024. Certain age relaxations are provided to candidates belonging to specific categories.

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Also note that the candidate must have been born not earlier than 2nd July, 1994 and not later than 1st July, 2003

RBI Grade B Eligibility – Age Limit & Age Relaxation

We have shared the complete RBI Grade B Age Relaxation in the table below:

CategoryMin AgeRelaxationMax Age
General21 No Relaxation30
OBC21 30+3 33
SC/ST21 30+5 35
Ph.D21 30+434
M.Phil.21 30+232
PwBD Gen/EWS21 30+1040
PwBD SC/ST21 30+15 45
PwBD OBC21 30+13 43

RBI Grade B Age Limit for SC

The RBI Grade B Age Limit for SC is 35 years as 5 years age relaxation is given to SC (Schedule Caste) candidates.

RBI Grade B Age Limit for ST

The RBI Grade B Age Limit for ST is 35 years as 5 5-year age relaxation is given to candidates belonging to the ST (Schedule Tribe) category.

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RBI Grade B Age Limit for PWD

The RBI Grade B Age Limit for PWD is 40 years for General category candidates, 43 years for OBC, and 45 years for SC/ST.

RBI Grade B Age Limit for Ex-Servicemen

The RBI Grade B Age Limit for Ex-Servicemen is 35 years. This includes military service.

RBI Grade B Age Limit for Bank Employees

RBI Grade B Age Limit for Bank Employees is 35 years. Please note that this is for the ex-bank employees.

RBI Grade B Age Limit for M. Phil Students

RBI Grade B Age Limit for M. Phil Students is 32 years.

RBI Grade B Age Limit for PhD Students

RBI Grade B Age Limit for PhD Students is 34 years.

RBI Grade B Experience Required

It is expected that there will be no requirement of experience for the RBI Grade B 2024 examination. So, even if you are a fresher and satisfy all other RBI Grade B Eligibility, you can apply.

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RBI Grade B Eligibility 2024 – Nationality

To fulfill the nationality needs, candidates must be either of the following:

  1. A citizen of India
  2. A subject of Nepal or Bhutan
  3. A Tibetan refugee who came over to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India.
  4. A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, and the East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.

How Many Attempts for RBI Grade B

The maximum RBI Grade B attempts is six for candidates belonging to the General category. However, for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/PWD categories, there is no limit on the RBI Grade B attempts.

RBI Grade B Eligibility 2024 FAQs

Q1. Who is eligible for RBI Grade B?

Graduate candidates aged between 21 and 30 years are eligible for RBI Grade B.

Q2. What is the qualification for RBI Grade B 2024?

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree with at least 60% marks or Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks in any discipline from a recognized university.

Q3. What is the age limit for applying to RBI Grade B 2024?

Candidates applying for RBI Grade B 2024 should be between 21 and 30 years.

Q4. Is work experience required for applying to RBI Grade B?

No, work experience is not mandatory for applying to RBI Grade B. However, candidates with relevant work experience in the banking or finance sector may have an advantage in the selection process.

Q5. Are there any restrictions on the number of attempts for RBI Grade B 2024?

Yes, there are restrictions on the number of attempts for RBI Grade B 2024. Candidates belonging to the General category can attempt the exam up to six times, while there are no restrictions for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories

Q6. Can candidates with a degree from a distance education program apply for RBI Grade B 2024?

Yes, candidates with a degree from a recognized distance education program are eligible to apply for RBI Grade B 2024. However, the program should be recognized by the Distance Education Council (DEC), or University Grants Commission (UGC), or the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

Q7. Can Final Year Students apply for RBI Grade B 2024?

No, the final year students cannot apply for RBI Grade B Exam 2024. By the time notification comes, you must have passed your graduation and must become a graduate.

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