The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has released a short notice on 8th October 2025 announcing the SEBI Grade A (Assistant Manager) Recruitment 2025 for 110 posts. The vacancies are available across various streams, including General, Legal, Information Technology, Research, Official Language, Engineering (Civil), and Engineering (Electrical). The detailed notification and online application link will be released on 30th October 2025 on the official SEBI website, www.sebi.gov.in.
SEBI Grade A Notification 2025 Out
The SEBI Grade A Notification 2025 PDF has been released in the form of a short notice dated 8th October 2025, announcing 110 vacancies for the post of Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) across various streams. The detailed notification PDF, containing complete information on eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and important dates, will be released on 30th October 2025. Until then, check the indicative notice below.
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When will the SEBI Grade A Notification 2025 be released?
The detailed SEBI Grade A Notification 2025 will be released on 30th October 2025. On 8th October 2025, an indicative notice has been released for the recruitment. 110 Assistant Managers will be filled against the recruitment. Check details below.
| Event | Important Information |
|---|
| Exam Name | SEBI Grade A (Assistant Manager) Recruitment 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) |
| Post Name | Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) |
| Category | Government Job |
| Total Vacancies | 110 |
| Streams | General – 56, Legal – 20, IT – 22, Research – 4, Official Language – 3, Engineering (Civil) – 3, Engineering (Electrical) – 2 |
| Selection Process | Phase I (Online Prelims), Phase II (Online Mains), Interview |
| Notification Date | 8th October 2025 (Short Notice Released) |
| Detailed Notification & Application Link | 30th October 2025 |
| Exam Type | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | www.sebi.gov.in |
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SEBI Assistant Manager 2025 Important Dates
Once the SEBI Grade A Notification 2025 is fully released, it will include all the important dates related to the recruitment process. As per the advance intimation notice, the detailed advertisement and online application link will be available from 30th October 2025 on the official website, www.sebi.gov.in.
| Events | 2025 Dates |
|---|
| SEBI Grade A Short Notification Release Date | 8th October 2025 |
| Detailed Notification & Application Link Activation | 30th October 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 30th October 2025 |
| Application End Date | To be announced in detailed notification |
| SEBI Grade A Phase 1 Exam Date | To be announced |
| SEBI Grade A Phase 1 Result Date | To be announced |
| Call Letters for Phase 2 Exam | To be announced |
| SEBI Grade A Phase 2 Exam Date | To be announced |
| Phase 2 Result Date | To be announced |
| Phase 2 Cut-off Date | To be announced |
| Grade A Phase 2 Call Letter | To be announced |
| SEBI Grade A Final Interview Date | To be announced |
| Final Result Declaration | To be announced |
SEBI Grade A Vacancy 2025
The SEBI Grade A Vacancy for 2025 is a total of 110 vacancies across various streams, including General, Legal, Information Technology, Research, Official Language, Engineering (Civil), and Engineering (Electrical). Check the vacanay details for 2025 and past year trends below.
| Discipline | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|
| General | 56 | 62 | Nil | 80 |
| Legal | 20 | 5 | 25 | 16 |
| Information Technology (IT) | 22 | 24 | Nil | 14 |
| Research | 4 | 2 | Nil | 7 |
| Official Language | 3 | 2 | Nil | 3 |
| Engineering (Electrical) | 2 | 2 | Nil | Nil |
| Engineering (Civil) | 3 | – | – | – |
| Total | 110 | 97 | 25 | 120 |
SEBI Grade A Apply Online 2025
Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the SEBI Grade A Recruitment 2025 from 30th October 2025 onwards through the official website of SEBI at www.sebi.gov.in. The direct link to apply online will be shared here once it is activated officially. Candidates are advised to complete the online registration process carefully within the given dates. The application procedure for SEBI Grade A 2025 is expected to follow the same steps as previous years.
Steps to Apply for SEBI Grade A Recruitment 2025
Check the steps to apply for SEBI Grade A Recruitment 2025 below:
- Visit the official website of SEBI at www.sebi.gov.in.
- Click on the "New Registration" option if you are a new user or log in using your existing registration ID and password if already registered.
- Fill in the application form with all the required personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature as per the specified format and size guidelines.
- Preview and verify all entered details before final submission.
- Proceed to the payment section, pay the application fee as applicable, and click on Final Submit to complete the application process.
What is the application fee for SEBI Grade A Recruitment 2025?
The application fee is typically INR 1000 + 18% GST for Unreserved/OBC/EWS candidates and INR 100 + 18% GST for SC/ST/PwBD candidates as per the notification.
| Category | Application Fee | Total Amount (Including 18% GST) |
|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹100 | ₹100 + 18% GST |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹1000 | ₹1000 + 18% GST |
Mode of Payment for SEBI Grade A
The application fee for SEBI Grade A 2025 must be paid online using options such as debit cards, credit cards, internet banking, IMPS, cash cards, or mobile wallets. Once the payment is completed successfully, an e-receipt will be generated. Make sure to download and save both the e-receipt and your application form for future reference.
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SEBI Grade A Eligibility Criteria 2025
To be eligible for SEBI Grade A, candidates must be Indian citizens and not older than 30 years, although reserved categories get age relaxations. Educational qualifications vary by stream and may include a Master's degree in any discipline, a Bachelor's degree in Law or Engineering, or professional certifications like CA, CFA, CS, or Cost Accountant. Check out the detailed SEBI Grade A Eligibility below:
SEBI Grade A Educational Qualification
The below table explains the required SEBI educational qualification for each discipline/stream as per the SEBI Grade A Notification 2025. The qualification must be from a recognized university or institute.
| Stream | Educational Qualification and Experience |
|---|
| General | Master's Degree/Post Graduate Diploma* (minimum 2 years) in any discipline OR Bachelor's Degree in Law/Engineering OR Chartered Accountant/Chartered Financial Analyst/Company Secretary/Cost Accountant. *(Equivalent to Master's Degree as recognized by AIU). |
| Legal | Mandatory: Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognized University/Institute. Desirable: Two years post-qualification experience as an Advocate (including associate in an Advocate's/Law firm) after enrollment under Advocates Act, 1961. |
| Information Technology | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (any branch) OR Bachelor's Degree in any discipline with a post-graduate qualification (minimum 2 years) in Computer Science/Computer Application/Information Technology from a recognized University/Institute. |
| Research | Master's Degree/Post Graduate Diploma* (minimum 2 years) in Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Econometrics, Quantitative/Financial/Mathematical/Business/Agricultural/Industrial Economics, Business Analytics OR Finance/Quantitative Finance/Mathematical Finance/International Finance/Project & Infrastructure Finance/Agri Business Finance OR Statistics/Applied Statistics/Data Science/AI/ML/Big Data Analytics OR Master's in Mathematics + 1-year PG Diploma in Statistics or related subjects. *(Recognized equivalent by AIU). |
| Official Language | Master's Degree in Hindi/Hindi Translation with English at Bachelor's level OR Master's in Sanskrit/English/Economics/Commerce with Hindi at Bachelor's level OR Master's in both English & Hindi/Hindi Translation. |
| Engineering (Electrical) | Mandatory: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering. Desirable: Knowledge of electronic systems (CCTV, alarms, EPABX, UPS), maintenance of lifts, pumps, AC, construction project administration, PERT/CPM techniques. |
| Engineering (Civil) | Mandatory: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. Desirable: Maintenance of office/residential properties, construction project administration, knowledge of PERT/CPM, computer-aided structural design (CAM/CAD/MS Project/Primavera), structural rehabilitation, construction/project management. |
SEBI Grade A Age Limit
The candidate must not be more than 30 years of age as on September 30, 2025, which means the candidate should have been born on or after October 1, 1995. Relaxation in the upper age limit will be applicable for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per the government rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC), Non-Creamy layer (OBC-NCL) | 3 years |
| Person with disabilities (General) | 10 years |
| Person with disabilities (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Person with disabilities (OBC) | 13 years |
| Ex-Service-men/ Disabled Ex-Service-men | 5 years |
SEBI Grade A Selection Process 2025
The selection process has three phases: Phase 1 (Online Screening Exam), Phase 2 (Online Examination with objective and descriptive papers), and Phase 3 (Interview). Phase 1 is qualifying. Phase 2 marks account for 85% of the final merit list, and the interview for 15%.
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SEBI Grade A Exam Pattern 2025
The SEBI Grade A exam is conducted in three stages: Phase 1 (Prelims), Phase 2 (Mains), and an Interview. Although the exact exam pattern for 2025 is yet to be confirmed, it is expected to follow last year's format, which included online examinations and an interview round. So, go through the SEBI Grade A exam pattern for both the stages below:
SEBI Grade A Paper 1 (Prelims) Exam Pattern
The Phase 1 Exam consist of two papers. Check the detailed pattern below:
| Paper | Stream/Subjects |
|---|
| Paper 1 | All Streams: MCQs on subjects viz. GA (including some questions related to Financial Sector), English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning. |
| Paper 2 | General Stream: MCQs on subjects Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Finance, Costing, Companies Act & Economics.
Legal Stream, Research Stream, Engineering (Electrical) Stream, Official Language Stream and Information Technology Stream: Multiple choice questions on Specialized subject related to stream
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- Phase I is the online screening examination consisting of two papers of 100 marks each.
- The Paper 1 is for 100 marks to be attempted in 60 minutes and the cut off is 30%.
- For Paper 2, the maximum marks is 100, the duration is 40 minutes and the cut off is 40%.
- The aggregate cut off for both the papers will be 40%.
- Negative Marking: 1/4th for both papers in Phase 1.
- Marks secured in Phase 1 will not be counted in final selection.
SEBI Grade A Paper 2 (Mains) Exam Pattern
The Phase 2 exam pattern was revised by SEBI. The Phase II is further divided into two papers of 100 marks each. The Paper 1 have 1/3rd weightage and Paper 2 have 2/3rd weightage. Here's the information categorized in a table format:
| Paper | Stream | Subjects | Total Marks | Time |
|---|
| Paper 1 | All | English (Descriptive Test) for drafting skills | 100 | 1 Hour |
| Paper 2 | General | MCQs on Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Finance, Costing, Companies Act, and Economics | 100 | 40 minutes |
| Paper 2 | Legal & Official Language | MCQs on Specialized subject related to stream | 100 | 40 minutes |
| Paper 2 | Research | MCQs on subjects like Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, Finance, and Commerce | 100 | 40 minutes |
| Paper 2 | Information Technology | Coding Test on C++/JAVA/Python) | 100 | 180 minutes |
SEBI Grade A Syllabus 2025
Candidates awaiting the release of the SEBI Grade A 2025 Notification are advised to begin their preparation in advance to stay ahead of the intense competition. However, it is important to thoroughly understand the SEBI Grade A Syllabus before starting your study plan or strategy. You can check the syllabus for all streams, including IT, Research, Legal, General, and others by clicking below.
| Phase | Paper / Stream | Subjects / Topics |
|---|
| Phase 1 | General Awareness | Current Events (National & International), Financial & Economic News, Budget & Economic Survey, Important Government Schemes, Reports & Indices, Books & Authors, Important Days & Events, Sports News, Science & Technology Developments |
| English Language | Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Error Spotting, Fill in the Blanks, Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Phrases, Idioms), Sentence Correction & Improvement |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number Series, Simplification/Approximation, Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar Graphs, Pie Charts), Quadratic Equations, Arithmetic (Percentage, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Averages, Simple & Compound Interest, Mixtures & Alligations), Data Sufficiency |
| Reasoning Ability | Puzzles & Seating Arrangements, Syllogism, Inequality, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction & Distance, Input-Output, Series (Alphabetical & Number), Data Sufficiency |
| Phase 2 | English Writing Skills (Common for All Streams) | Essay Writing, Precis Writing, Reading Comprehension |
| Stream-Specific Subjects | General: Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Finance, Costing, Companies Act, Economics Legal: Constitutional Law, Corporate Law, Securities Law, Administrative Law IT: Programming Languages, Data Structures, Operating Systems, DBMS, Networks |
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SEBI Grade A Officer Salary 2025
SEBI Grade A officers are recruited on a 2-year probation and receive a structured pay scale starting at ₹62,500, progressing through fixed increments over 17 years to reach ₹1,26,100. The gross emoluments in Mumbai are approximately ₹1,84,000 per month without accommodation and ₹1,43,000 with accommodation. Officers also enjoy various allowances and benefits, and may be posted to any SEBI office in India, in any department.
| Stage | Increment / Details | Calculation / Resulting Pay |
|---|
| Starting Pay | ₹62,500 | ₹62,500 |
| First Increment Phase | 4 × ₹3,600 | 62,500 + (4 × 3,600) = ₹76,900 |
| Second Increment Phase | 7 × ₹4,050 | 76,900 + (7 × 4,050) = ₹1,05,250 |
| Efficiency Bar (EB) | — | Performance checkpoint |
| Third Increment Phase | 4 × ₹4,050 | 1,05,250 + (4 × 4,050) = ₹1,21,450 |
| Final Increment | 1 × ₹4,650 | 1,21,450 + 4,650 = ₹1,26,100 |
| Gross Emoluments | — | Approx. ₹1,84,000/month (without accommodation), ₹1,43,000/month (with accommodation) |
