Regulatory Exams PYP Kit, Download Free PDF

Preparing for regulatory body examinations requires more than simply covering the syllabus. Candidates need to understand the exam pattern, question types, important subjects, and the level of preparation required for each stage. The Regulatory Exams PYP Kit is designed to help aspirants prepare for major regulatory exams such as RBI Grade B, NABARD Grade A, PFRDA Grade A, SEBI Grade A, IFSCA Grade A, and IRDAI Grade A. Practicing Previous Year Papers (PYPs) helps candidates understand the actual exam trend, identify important topics, improve time management, and become familiar with the difficulty level of the examination.

What are the major regulatory exams covered in this PYP Kit?

Regulatory exams offer opportunities to work with some of India's important financial and development institutions. The major exams covered in this kit include RBI Grade B, NABARD Grade A, PFRDA Grade A, SEBI Grade A, IFSCA Grade A, and IRDAI Grade A. Each exam has a different syllabus and selection process, but all of them test candidates on areas such as banking, finance, economics, general awareness, reasoning, English, and regulatory or sector-specific knowledge. The details below provide a quick overview of the latest available exam structure.

What is the RBI Grade B exam pattern?

The RBI Grade B examination is conducted by the Reserve Bank of India for recruitment to the Grade B officer post. The selection process includes Phase 1, Phase 2, and Interview. Phase 1 tests candidates on general aptitude and awareness, while Phase 2 focuses on Economic and Social Issues, English Writing Skills, and Finance & Management. Previous Year Papers are especially useful for understanding the level and nature of questions asked in the RBI Grade B examination.

The RBI Grade B Phase 1 examination is objective in nature, while Phase 2 includes both objective and descriptive components as applicable. Candidates who qualify for Phase 1 move to Phase 2, followed by the Interview stage. 

Also: RBI Grade B Syllabus

What is the NABARD Grade A exam pattern?

The NABARD Grade A exam is conducted by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development for recruitment to the Assistant Manager post. The exam is particularly important for candidates interested in agriculture, rural development, economics, banking, and development finance. The selection process generally includes Phase 1, Phase 2, and Interview. Candidates preparing through PYPs can understand the recurring questions and important areas, especially in Economic & Social Issues (ESI) and Agriculture & Rural Development (ARD).

The Phase 1 paper includes both qualifying and merit sections. General Awareness, ESI, and ARD are important merit areas, while the remaining sections help candidates meet the qualifying requirements. 

Also: NABARD Grade A Syllabus

What is the PFRDA Grade A exam pattern?

The PFRDA Grade A examination is conducted by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority for recruitment to the Assistant Manager post. The exam has Phase 1, Phase 2, and Interview. Candidates can apply for different streams, so the syllabus and specialised subjects may differ according to the post. The latest available PFRDA Grade A recruitment notification specifies two papers in both Phase 1 and Phase 2.

PFRDA Grade A PYPs can help candidates understand the level of questions from Finance, Management, Economics, Accountancy, Costing, Companies Act, Pension Sector, and other stream-specific areas. Phase 1 is a screening stage, while Phase 2 and Interview are important for the final selection. The latest PFRDA recruitment exercise confirms the three-stage selection process.

Also: PFRDA Grade A Syllabus

What is the SEBI Grade A exam pattern?

The SEBI Grade A examination is conducted by the Securities and Exchange Board of India for recruitment to the Assistant Manager post in different streams. The selection process consists of Phase 1, Phase 2, and Interview. The examination tests candidates on general aptitude in Phase 1 and their specialised subject knowledge in the later stage. 

Also: SEBI Grade A Syllabus

What is the IFSCA Grade A exam pattern?

The IFSCA Grade A examination is conducted by the International Financial Services Centres Authority for recruitment to the Assistant Manager post. The selection process includes Phase 1, Phase 2, and Interview. The examination covers general aptitude along with financial-sector knowledge and stream-specific subjects. 

Also: IFSCA Grade A Syllabus

What is the IRDAI Grade A exam pattern?

The IRDAI Grade A examination is conducted by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India for recruitment to the Assistant Manager post. The selection process consists of Phase 1, Phase 2, and Interview. The exam gives importance to insurance, management, economic and social issues, general awareness, and aptitude. As a separate 2026 Grade A recruitment notification is not available, the latest available recruitment pattern should be referred to until IRDAI announces a new cycle.

Also: IRDAI Grade A Syllabus