RBI Grade B Exam Pattern
RBI Grade B Exam Pattern 2021
It is worthwhile to invest some time in understanding the RBI Grade B exam pattern since there are a few sections that carry more weightage than the other sections. The difficulty level of the exam determines the cut-off marks for the exam. It is important to know that the cut-off is sectional and category dependent as can be seen in RBI Grade B previous year cut-off.
| Phases | Exam | Type | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | RBI Grade B Prelims Exam | Objective | 200 Marks |
| Phase 2 | RBI Grade B Mains Exam | Written+Objective(ESI and FM ) & Descriptive | 300 Marks |
| Phase 3 | RBI Grade B Interview | Interview | 75 Marks |
RBI Grade B Phase 1 DR- General (Prelims) 2021 Exam Pattern
RBI Grade B Prelims Exam Pattern 2021 consists of four sections- English Language, Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness. You will be given a total of 120 minutes to solve the exam. RBI Grade B Prelims exam will have a sectional time limit also that will be informed later by RBI. Please refer to the table below for further information.
| Sl. No. | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | English Language | 30 | 30 | 25 |
| 2. | Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 25 |
| 3. | Reasoning Ability | 60 | 60 | 45 |
| 4. | General Awareness | 80 | 80 | 25 |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 | |
To know about the RBI Grade B Exam Pattern in detail, please check here.
RBI Grade B Phase 2 (DR- General) Exam Pattern (As per the Information Handout 2021)
As per the RBI Handout, there will be a total of 2 shifts i.e. Morning Shift and Afternoon Shift, in which the papers are going to be conducted. Paper 1 and Paper 2 are scheduled for the afternoon shift whereas Paper 3 will be organized in the morning shift.
For Paper 1 (ESI) and Paper 3 (FM) Descriptive Type Paper, the word limit prescribed is as follows
- 600 words for 15 marks questions.
- 400 words for 10 marks questions.
Let’s look at the Paper 1 (Economic and Social Issues) Exam pattern in detail.
| Shift | Paper | Name of Paper | Type of Paper | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afternoon | Paper-I | Economic and Social Issues | Objective type | 30 | 50 | 30 |
| Descriptive type, Descriptive to be typed with the help of the keyboard* | 6 questions will be asked, of which candidates will be required to attempt 4 questions [2 of 15 marks each (with difficulty level) and 2 of 10 marks each] | 50 | 90 | |||
| Total | 100 | 120 | ||||
RBI Grade B Phase 2 DR- General Exam Pattern (Paper 2-English Language)
RBI Grade B Paper 2 will be in the English Language. This paper will be descriptive type in which you have to type answers through the keyboard. The number of questions asked will be three and a total of 90 minutes will be allotted to answer these questions. The paper constitutes 100 marks.
| Shift | Paper | Name of Paper | Type of Paper | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afternoon | Paper-II | English (Writing Skills) | Descriptive, to be typed with the help of the keyboard | 3 | 100 | 90 |
Please note that there is no break in between Paper 1 and Paper 2 i.e. the paper 2 will immediately start after Paper 1
RBI Grade B Phase 2 DR General Exam Pattern (Paper 3-Finance Management)
RBI Grade B Phase 2 (Paper 3) will be of Finance Management. In this paper, you need to answer 60 Objective MCQs and 4 out of 6 descriptive-type questions. You will get 120 minutes to answer these questions. Please note that you need to type your answers with the help of a keyboard. No pen or paper will be provided for that. For more details, please look at the table below.
| Shift | Paper | Name of Paper | Type of Paper | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Paper-III | Finance and Management | Objective type | 30 | 50 | 30 |
| Descriptive type, Descriptive to be typed with the help of the keyboard*. | 6 questions will be asked, of which candidates will be required to attempt 4 questions [2 of 15 marks each (with difficulty level) and 2 of 10 marks each] | 50 | 90 | |||
| Total | 100 | 120 | ||||
RBI Grade B DEPR Exam Pattern 2021
Given below is the detailed exam pattern of the RBI Grade B (DEPR) Exam.
| Name of Paper | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I Objective Type (on Economics) | 100 | 120 minutes |
| Paper-II Descriptive Type (on Economics) (Question paper displayed on computer, answers to be written on paper) | 100 | 180 minutes |
| Paper-III English-Descriptive (to be typed with the help of keyboard) | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Total | 300 |
RBI Grade B DSIM Exam Pattern 2021
Detailed Exam Pattern of RBI Grade B (DSIM) Exam 2021 is provided in a tabular form below.
| Phase | Paper | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I (Objective) | Paper-I Statistics | 120 Min | 100 |
| Phase | Paper | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase II (Descriptive) | Paper-II Statistics | 180 Min | 100 |
| Paper-III English | 90 Min | 100 |
Attempt Free Mock tests for RBI Grade B Phase 2
What To Prepare For RBI Grade B 2021
RBI Grade B Interview Round
After the candidate clears the RBI Grade B Mains, she/he will get a call letter for the interview. The marks obtained in the mains and the interview stage will decide the applicant’s final selection in the merit list. The interview will be of 75 marks.
RBI Grade B Final Selection
Result of the final merit list of RBI Grade B 2021 will be made available in the official website - www.rbi.org.in
Read About RBI Grade B Syllabus for 2021
RBI Grade B Marking Scheme
RBI Grade B 2021 Marking Scheme
| RBI Grade B Marking Scheme | Marks deductions |
|---|---|
| For correct answers | 1 mark |
| For wrong answers | -1/4 marks |
| For not attempted | 0 (no marks) |
Related Blogs
Did You Know: What is SMA, NPA and Provisioning for NPA? | RBI Grade B 2021 Question
Did You Know: What is a Nostro and a Vostro Account? | RBI Grade B 2021 Question
RBI Grade B Exam Pattern Related Quick Links
- RBI Grade B Officer Syllabus
- RBI Grade B Eligibility Criteria 2021
- RBI Grade B 2021 Notification Out!
- RBI Grade B Previous Year Cut Off
- RBI Grade B Salary
- RBI Grade B Exam Dates
- RBI Grade B General Awareness
- RBI Grade B Study Material with Study Plan 2021
- RBI Grade B Phase I Exam Analysis/Review 9th November 2019(All shifts)
- RBI Grade B Previous Year Papers with Answers
- RBI Grade B DEPR Exam 2021
- RBI Grade B Department of Statistics and Information (DSIM) Exam 2021
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1:
Can those students who are appearing in Final year of Graduation apply for any post in RBI Grade B?A:
No, a candidate must have completed his/her graduation. If he/she is in the final year of graduation then they cannot apply.Q2:
Is there any NEGATIVE MARKING in RBI Grade B Exam?A:
Yes, negative marking for wrong answers in CBTs is 1/4th of the marks for that question.Q3:
In RBI Grade B Exam, Can I choose Hindi language as the exam language?A:
Yes, RBI Grade B Exam is bilingual (i.e, Hindi & English) exam. You can choose your preferred language either Hindi or English.Q4:
Do RBI Grade B Officers get a pension?A:
No, under the ambit of NPS currently there is no pension scheme for RBI employees.Q5:
RBI Grade B 2021 Exam is in ONLINE OR OFFLINE mode?A:
RBI Grade B 2021 Exam will be in online mode.Q6:
Is there SECTIONAL CUT-OFF in RBI GRADE B Exam?A:
Yes. RBI Grade B Exam has sectional and overall cut-off .Q7:
Is RBI Grade B Officer job transferable?A:
Yes, but only after completing the initial 5 years of posting.Q8:
How many attempts are there in RBI Grade B?A:
Candidates belonging to the general category can attempt the examination only 6 times. Whereas, there is no restriction to the SC/ST/OBC/PWD categories.Q9:
What is the age limit for the RBI Grade B posts?A:
The minimum age limit for the candidates is 21 years & the maximum age should not be more than 30 years.Q10:
Will there be any interview after the written result ?A:
Yes. There will be a final phase of Interview after RBI Grade B Phase I & Phase II.Q11:
Is it possible to crack this exam in first attempt ?A:
To crack any exam, one needs a complete preparation strategy,along with the complete exam information. If you are dedicated towards your goal, you would surely be able to crack the exam in first attempt.Q12:
Is the exam Bilingual ?A:
Yes. The exam is bilingual. You can attempt all the sections in English or Hindi except the test of English Language.Q13:
What would be the word limit for ESI and FM Descriptive paper?A:
For Paper 1 (ESI) and Paper 3 (FM) Descriptive Type Paper, the word limit prescribed is - 600 words for 15 marks questions, 400 words for 10 marks questions.