What is the Pattern of RBI Grade B Exam?

RBI Grade B Pattern

Understanding the RBI Grade B officer exam pattern is important for all aspirants of this exam. The pattern of RBI Grade B exam includes the stages, subjects, marking scheme, mode, language and other important details which you must be familiar with before starting your preparation.

Here’s a breakdown of the new RBI Grade B exam pattern as per the latest official RBI Grade B 2024 notification.

RBI Grade B Exam 2024 Pattern

The selection procedure of the RBI Grade B 2024 exam is:

  1. Phase 1 (Pre)
  2. Phase 2 (Mains)
  3. Phase 3 (Interview)

Here, you can download the RBI Grade B PYQs from 2023 to 2019.

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RBI Grade B Phase 1 Pattern

Here is the pattern of the phase 1 exam of RBI Grade B:

RBI Grade B 2024
Phase 1 Pattern
SubjectQuestionsMaximum MarksDuration
General Awareness808025 minutes
Reasoning Ability606045 minutes
English303025 minutes
Quantitative Aptitude303025 minutes
Total200200120 minutes

Important Note: PwBD candidates, with 40% or more disability, who have physical limitations to type/ write, including that of speed, shall be allowed compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of the examination, whether availing the facility of a scribe or not. 

RBI Grade B Phase 1 Pattern

Additional Details of RBI Grade B Phase 1 Pattern

Here are other essential details of RBI Grade B phase 1 pattern:

RBI Grade B 2024
Phase 1 Patternย 
Other Details
ModeOnline
Paper StructureObjective-Type (MCQs)
NatureQualifying
LanguageHindi & English (Except the test of English) 
Total Number of Questions200
Total Marks200
Overall Cut-Off MarksDecided as per the calling ratio
Sectional Cut-Off MarksDecided as per the calling ratio
Negative Marking0.25 (1/4th for every wrong answer)
Total Duration2 Hours
Sectional TimingYes
RBI Grade B Phase 1 Pattern 1

Candidates who achieve the minimum qualifying marks (overall as well as section-wise) set by RBI in the Prelims exam are eligible to appear for Phase 2.

RBI Grade B Phase 2 Exam Pattern

The RBI Grade B Phase 2 exam consists of:

  • Paper 1: Economic & Social Issues (ESI) 
  • Paper 2: English
  • Paper 3: Finance & Management (FM) 

Here is the RBI Grade B Phase 2 pattern:

RBI Grade B 2024
Phase 2 Pattern 
PaperTypeNo. of QuestionsTime(minutes)Total Marks
Paper-1
Economic and Social Issues
50% Objective3030100
50% Descriptive6, out of which 4 to be attempted90
Paper-2Descriptive EnglishDescriptive 3 Questions
(Precis, RC, & Essay)
90100
Paper-3Finance and Management50% Objective3030100
50% Descriptive6, out of which 4 to be attempted90

Important Note: PwBD candidates, with 40% or more disability, who have physical limitations to type/ write, including that of speed, shall be allowed compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of the examination whether availing the facility of a scribe or not. 

Additional Details of RBI Grade B 2024 Phase 2 Pattern  

Here are some other essential details of the RBI Grade B Manager Phase 2 exam pattern:

RBI Grade B 2024
Phase 2 Pattern
Other Details
ModeOnline
LanguageHindi & English for both objective and descriptive papers
(Except for the test of English) 
Total Marks300
Cut-Off MarksDecided as per the calling ratio
Negative Marking (Objective questions)1/4th for every wrong answer, i.e.,
0.25 for 1 mark questions0.50 for 2 mark questions
RBI Phase 2 Objective Pattern
RBI Grade B Phase 2 Descriptive Pattern

Candidates who qualify in RBI Grade B Phase 2 are then shortlisted for a psychometric test and interview. This stage evaluates the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and suitability for the RBI Grade B officer role. 

RBI Grade B Interview Pattern

Here is the RBI Grade B 2024 psychometric test and interview pattern:

Psychometric Test Pattern for RBI Grade B

After successfully clearing the RBI Grade B Phase 2, you will receive an email at your registered email address containing a link to complete your psychometric test. 

  • Mode: The psychometric test is online. You can complete it from the comfort of your home.
  • Language Options: You can take the test in English or any of the 9 other Indian languages you’re proficient in.
  • Number of Questions: Expect 100-120 questions to assess your personality and behavioral traits.
  • Marks: No marks are allotted for the psychometric test.
  • Time Duration: Usually, the test should take 15 to 20 minutes. While there’s no time limit to complete the test, the system tracks your completion time, and this information will be included in the report.

Important Note: You must complete the psychometric test within five days of receipt of the mail.

Interview Pattern for RBI Grade B

  • Mode: The interview is conducted in person at various exam centers.
  • Language Options: You can take the interview in Hindi or English.
  • Number of Questions: The number of questions varies depending on the panel.
  • Marks: The interview carries a weightage of 75 marks.
  • Time Duration: The interview typically lasts between 20 and 45 minutes. 
RBI Grade B Interview pattern

Final Selection as RBI Grade B Officer

The final selection is based on the aggregate marks obtained in Phase 2 (Papers 1, 2, and 3) and interview.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is the RBI Grade B exam bilingual?

Yes, all question papers (except the English Language test) are set in both Hindi and English, allowing you to choose your preferred language for answering.

2. Which subject has more weightage in the RBI Grade B Phase 1?

1. General Awareness (GA) carries the highest weightage, 80 marks.
2. Reasoning Ability carries the second highest weightage, 60 marks.
3. English Language & Quantitative Aptitude hold equal weightage, 30 marks each.

3. What is the interview weightage in the RBI Grade B exam?

The RBI Grade B interview carries a weightage of 20% in the final selection process.

4. How long is the RBI Grade B Phase 1 exam?

The RBI Grade B Phase 1 exam lasts for 2 hours with different sectional timing for each subject.
1. General Awareness (GA): 25 minutes
2. Reasoning Ability: 45 minutes
3. English Language: 25 minutes
4. Quantitative Aptitude: 25 minutes

5. What are the marks distribution for the RBI Grade B ESI and FM papers?

The objective and descriptive sections of the RBI Grade B ESI and FM papers carry 50 marks each, making a total of 100 marks for each paper.

6. What are the RBI Grade B shift timings?

A. Phase 1 is conducted in 2 shifts:ย 
1. Morning (9:00 AM to 11:00 AM)ย 
2. Afternoon/evening (12:30 PM to 2:30 PM)
3. You need to attend only one shift.ย 

B. Phase 2 is conducted in 2 shifts:ย 
1. Morning (9:00 AM to 11:30 AM)ย 
2. Afternoon/evening (2:00 PM to 5:30 PM)
3. You need to attend both shifts.ย 

Additionally, the descriptive English paper is usually combined with either FM or ESI.

Important Note: The information provided is a general guideline based on the past years’ shift timings, and the actual timings for your exam may differ.

7. What are theโ  requirements for a scribe in the RBI Grade B exam?

At the time of online/written RBI Grade B examination, those PwBD candidates (with 40% or more disability) who have physical limitation in typing/writing including that of speed would be allowed the facility to use the service of a scribe. However, such candidates will have to arrange their own scribe at their own cost.

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