📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 572 Office Attendant posts. This is a significant opportunity for candidates who have passed the 10th standard and are looking for a stable government job. The application process is entirely online, and eligible candidates can apply before the deadline.
RBI Office Attendant Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Post Name | Office Attendant |
| No of Posts | 572 |
| Salary | Rs. 24250-53550 |
| Qualification | Passed 10th Standard (S.S.C./Matriculation) from the concerned State/UT. The candidate should be an undergraduate as on 01/01/2026. |
| Start Date for Apply | 15/01/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 04/02/2026 |
| Official Website | https://rbi.org.in/ |
Vacancy Details
| Office | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | GEN/UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | 0 | 8(2) | 1 | 2 | 18 | 29 |
| Bengaluru | 3 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 16 |
| Bhopal | 0 | 3(3) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| Bhubaneswar | 6 | 8(3) | 4 | 3 | 15 | 36 |
| Chandigarh | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 02 |
| Chennai | 0 | 0 | 8(8) | 0 | 1 | 09 |
| Guwahati | 2 | 15 | 9 | 5 | 21 | 52 |
| Hyderabad | 3(1) | 3(2) | 0 | 3 | 27 | 36 |
| Jaipur | 8 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 20 | 42 |
| Kanpur & Lucknow | 33 | 0 | 19 | 12 | 61 | 125 |
| Kolkata | 23 | 1 | 21 | 9 | 36 | 90 |
| Mumbai | 0 | 11(2) | 0 | 3 | 19 | 33 |
| New Delhi | 4 | 0 | 11 | 6 | 40 | 61 |
| Patna | 6 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 37 |
| Total | 89(1) | 58(12) | 83(8) | 51 | 291 | 572 |
*Note: Figures in brackets indicate backlog vacancies.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Office Attendant
- Essential Qualification: Passed 10th Standard (S.S.C./Matriculation) from the concerned State/UT. The candidate should be an undergraduate as on 01/01/2026. Graduates and candidates possessing higher qualification are not eligible to apply.
- Ex-Servicemen Essential: A candidate belonging to Ex-servicemen category should have passed 10th Standard (S.S.C./Matriculation) and rendered at least 15 years of defence service, provided they have not graduated outside the Armed Forces.
- Desirable: Candidates applying to a recruiting office should be proficient in the language (i.e., know to read, write, speak, and understand the language) of the State/UT falling under that office.
- Experience: Candidates having work experience in Reserve Bank of India to the extent of number of years of such experience, subject to maximum of 3 years.
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
- Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years (up to 30 years)
- OBC: 3 years (up to 28 years)
- PwBD: 10 years (GEN/EWS), 13 years (OBC) & 15 years (SC/ST)
- Ex-Servicemen: Service period in Armed Forces + 3 years (max 50 years)
- Widows/Divorced women: Up to 35 years (40 years for SC/ST)
- RBI Experience: To the extent of experience (max 3 years)
Selection Process
Selection will be through an Online Test and Language Proficiency Test (LPT).
- Online Test: Multiple Choice Questions (120 questions, 120 marks, 90 minutes).
- Reasoning (30 Qs)
- General English (30 Qs)
- General Awareness (30 Qs)
- Numerical Ability (30 Qs)
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT): Qualifying in nature, conducted in the Official/Local Language of the State. Candidates not proficient will be disqualified.
Application Fee
| Category | Charges | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/EXS | Intimation charges only | ₹50/- plus 18% GST |
| GEN/OBC/EWS | Application fee including intimation charges | ₹450/- plus 18% GST |
| Staff | Nil | Nil |
Important Dates
- Website Link Open: January 15, 2026 – February 04, 2026
- Payment of Fees: January 15, 2026 – February 04, 2026
- Tentative Date of Online Test: February 28 & March 01, 2026
Important Links
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for RBI Office Attendant Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the application form is 04/02/2026.
Q2: What is the educational qualification required?
A: Candidates must have passed 10th Standard (S.S.C./Matriculation) from the concerned State/UT and should be an undergraduate.
Q3: What is the salary for RBI Office Attendant?
A: The starting basic pay is Rs. 24,250 per month. At present, initial Monthly Gross Emoluments (without HRA) are approximately ₹46,029/- per month.
Q4: Is there a negative marking in the exam?
A: Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/4th marks for each wrong answer.
Q5: Can graduates apply for this post?
A: No, graduates and candidates possessing higher qualifications are not eligible to apply.