RBI Grade B 2022 Analysis
The RBI Grade B 2022 Phase 1 and Phase 2 exam was held recently. To help kick-start your exam preparation, you need to stay updated with respect to the last years' exams which will eventually help in forming a study plan. For those who are planning to appear in RBI Grade B 2023 exam, checking the exam analysis will prove extremely beneficial for you. Therefore we are sharing the RBI Grade B Phase 1 exam analysis for the year 2022 for you to see and analyze.
RBI Grade B Phase 1 2022 Exam Analysis
RBI Grade B Phase 1 exam 2022 was of 'moderate to difficult' level. All in all, the exam could be regarded as tough. Most students found Quantitative Aptitude section to be tough. Have a look at the video below to have a detailed idea of the RBI Grade B Phase 1 exam 2022.
RBI Grade B 2022 Phase 1 Exam Cut off
RBI has released the RBI Grade B Phase 1 cut-off on June 27, 2022. Please look at the table below for RBI Grade B Phase 1 cut off.
Section Category General/UR EWS OBC SC ST PwBD (VI, HI, LD, MD)
General Awareness(Maximum Marks = 80)
12.00
12.00
8.00
6.25
6.25
6.25
Reasoning (Maximum Marks = 60)
9.00
9.00
6.00
4.75
4.75
4.75
English Language (Maximum Marks = 30)
4.50
4.50
3.00
2.25
2.25
2.25
Quantitative Aptitude (Maximum Marks = 30)
4.50
4.50
3.00
2.25
2.25
2.25
Total Score/ Aggregate (Maximum Marks = 200)
63.75
63.75
60.25
55.25
50.75
49.75
RBI Grade B 2021 Phase 1 Exam Analysis
RBI Grade B Phase 1 exam 2021 was Moderate to difficult level. All in all, the exam could be regarded as tough. Most students attempted 110+ questions. The cut-off for the same was 66.75 (General). Let’s see the overall analysis of the RBI Grade B 2021 exam.
| Section | No. of Questions | Good Attempts | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 80 | 50-55 | Moderate to Difficult |
| Reasoning Ability | 60 | 25+ | Moderate to Difficult |
| English Language | 30 | 20 | Moderate |
| Numerical Ability | 30 | 15+ | Moderate to Difficult |
| Overall | 200 | 105-110 | Moderate to Difficult |
RBI Grade B Phase 1 2021 Exam Analysis (Quantitative Aptitude)
This section was Moderate to Difficult. 15+ questions was a good attempt as per the level. Detailed RBI Grade B Phase 1 exam analysis of Quantitative Aptitude along with the number of questions asked from each chapter/topic of the RBI Grade B exam has been provided below.
| Topics Covered | No. of Questions Asked |
|---|---|
| Quadratic Equation (New Pattern) | 7 |
| Quantity Comparison: column wise | 3 |
| DI(Missing): Veg Non Veg , A Hotel and B Hotel Day wise Menu: | 10 |
| Caselet DI: Reading Book Pages : Page number : Complete 260 pages | 5 |
| Arithmetic: SI & CI, Partnership, Mensuration (True, False), Average, Time & Work | 5 |
RBI Grade B Phase 1 2021 Exam Analysis (General Awareness)
This section was of Moderate to Difficult level. This section of RBI Grade B Phase 1 comprised 80 questions with 80 marks and with a time limit of 25 minutes. Anyone who attempted 50+ questions can be said to be on the safer side. Here are some takeaways from this section.
- Most of the questions were asked from current affairs.
- Current Affairs mainly from October 2020 till February 2021 was asked i.e. (4-5 months).
- The remaining 20 Questions were from Financial Awareness, Government Schemes, and Static Awareness.
- From Static GK 5-6 questions were asked.
- 6-7 questions were based on the Union Budget and Economic Issues were there.
RBI Grade B Exam Phase 1 2021 Exam Analysis (English Language)
In this section, the candidate has to attempt 30 questions in a time limit of 25 minutes. The difficulty level of this section was Moderate. An attempt over 20 questions was considered as a good attempt. The topic-wise break up of questions is as follows.
| Topic Covered | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Cloze Test | 3 |
| Reading Comprehension (3-4 Passage) | 15-20 |
| Statement Error | 3 |
| Antonyms and Synonyms | 5 |
RBI Grade B Exam Phase 1 2021 Exam Analysis (Reasoning Ability)
Overall RBI Grade B Reasoning Ability section can be considered Moderate to Difficult. 25+ questions can be said to be a good attempt. The topic-wise breakup of the question has been provided below.
| Topic Covered | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Puzzle & Seating arrangement -5 to 6Ages + Blood RelationshipDay + MonthCircular arrangement 8 PersonsFloor Puzzle: Uncertain Linear Arrangement: 6Q each side | 25 |
| Inequality (Reverse) | 2 |
| Alphabet Pair | 1-2 |
| Logical Reasoning/Analytical | 10-12 |
| Coding decoding | 1 |
| Syllogism(Reverse) | 5 |
| Alphabet Series | 1 |
| Data Sufficiency | No questions |
| Input Output | No questions |
RBI Grade B 2021 Phase 2 Analysis
RBI Grade B Phase 2 (DR-General) exam was conducted smoothly all over India on April 01, 2021. The exam was Easy to Moderate. The finance and Management section or Paper 3 was conducted in the morning whereas Paper 1 (ESI) and Paper 2 (English) took place in the afternoon. The Cut off was 187.75 (General). Let’s look at the RBI Grade B (DR-General) Phase 2 exam analysis for 2021 in detail.
RBI Grade B Phase 2 2021- Finance and Management Exam Analysis
The questions asked from this section were straightforward and easy. One can count this section as the most scoring section. Some of the questions that were asked are as follows.
- Functions of NABARD, SIDBI, EXIM Bank, and NHB
- A question on Basel norms was asked. What are the pillars of Basel norms?
- A question on Corporate Governance. Why is it needed? What are the key principles?
Descriptive Questions (10 Markers)
- A question on Behavioral Reinforcement. Explain negative and positive reinforcement?
- A major announcement in Budget 2021
- Difference between Transformational and Transactional leadership
| Paper | Type of Paper and Number of Questions | Level of the Exam | Maximum Marks | Duration (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-3 | 30 Objective type questions | Easy | 50 | 30 |
| 6 Descriptive type questions were asked, of which candidates were required to attempt 4 questions [2 of 15 marks each (easy level) and 2 of 10 marks each] | Easy | 50 | 90 | |
| Total | Easy | 100 | 120 | |
RBI Grade B Phase 2 2021- Economic and Social Issues Exam Analysis
In the Economic and Social Issues Exam section, 30 multiple choice questions were asked which were of Moderate level. Out of 6 descriptive questions you were required to answer any 4 were required to answer. Some of the questions that were asked from this section are provided below.
- A question on the Finance commission was asked.
- There was one question related to poverty with reference to per capita income, inflation and consumption, and safety net programs.
- Disinvestment measures in budget with respect to strategic and non-strategic sectors and their impact.
- Demographic transaction impact on economic growth.
- Change in globalization after financial crisis 2008.
| Type of Paper and Number of Questions | Level of the Exam | Maximum Marks | Duration (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Objective type questions | Moderate | 50 | 30 |
| 6 questions (Descriptive type) were asked, of which candidates were required to attempt 4 questions [2 of 15 marks each (with Moderate level) and 2 of 10 marks each] | Moderate | 50 | 90 |
| Total | Overall-Moderate | 100 | 120 |
RBI Grade B Phase 2 2021- English (Writing Skills) Exam Analysis
In this section, RBI had kept the level Easy to Moderate. Questions that were asked in the exam are given below.
Essay Topics:
- Outsourcing of business
- Pros and cons of teaching coding to children
- Prevention is better than cure
| Paper | Type of Paper and Number of Questions | Level of the Exam | Maximum Marks | Duration (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-2 | 3 Descriptive type questions | Easy to Moderate | 100 | 90 |
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