Topics Covered: RBI Grade B Phase 1 Cut Off, RBI Grade B Phase 2 Cut Off, RBI Grade B Final Cut Off, Category Wise Cut Off Marks of RBI Grade B for Last 5 Years, RBI Grade B Cut Off Marks Trend, RBI Grade B Cut off Marks Analysis, How to Check RBI Grade B Cut Off.

Knowing the cut off marks of each stage of the RBI Grade B exam for the last 5 years is crucial. It helps you gauge the level of competition, set a target score for each subject and stage thereby boosting your chances of success in the RBI Grade B exam.

Below, we’ll give the RBI Grade B cut off marks of the last 5 years for phase 1 and 2, We’ll also be doing an analysis of the cut off marks trend of RBI Grade B so you can tailor your preparation strategy accordingly.

RBI Grade B 2023 Cut Off

Here is the official overall cut off of the RBI Grade B 2023 exam for the Phase 1, Phase 2 and final selection as RBI officer.

RBI Grade B 2023 Phase 1 Cut Off

Here are the category-wise sectional as well as overall Phase 1 (prelims) cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2023 exam.

RBI Grade B 2023
Phase 1 Cut Off Marks
SectionMaximum MarksGeneral/UREWSOBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
General Awareness (GA)8012.012.08.06.256.256.25
Reasoning 609.09.06.04.754.754.75
English Language 304.504.503.02.252.252.25
Quantitative Aptitude 304.504.503.02.252.252.25
Total Score20054.2554.2554.2552.7544.7540.25

RBI Grade B 2023 Phase 2 Cut Off

Here are the category-wise Phase 2 (mains) cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2023 exam.

RBI Grade B 2023
Phase 2 Cut Off Marks

Aggregate cut off marks in paper I, II and III (300 marks)
General/UREWSOBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
169169169156.50148.50148

RBI Grade B 2023 Final Cut Off

Here are the category-wise final cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2023 exam.

RBI Grade B 2023
Final Cut Off Marks

Aggregate marks in Phase 2 and Interview (375 marks)
General/UREWSOBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
229194221.75213.75203.25202.75 (Gen)167.75 (EWS)

After getting familiar with the RBI Grade B 2023 cut off marks, let’s take a look at the 2022 cut off marks.

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RBI Grade B 2022 Cut Off

Here is the official overall cut off of the RBI Grade B 2022 exam for the Phase 1, Phase 2 and final selection as RBI officer.

RBI Grade B 2022 Phase 1 Cut Off

Here are the category-wise sectional as well as overall Phase 1 (prelims) cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2022 exam.

RBI Grade B 2022
Phase 1 Cut Off Marks
SectionMaximum MarksGeneral/UREWSOBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
General Awareness (GA)8012.012.08.06.256.256.25
Reasoning 609.09.06.04.754.754.75
English Language 304.504.503.02.252.252.25
Quantitative Aptitude 304.504.503.02.252.252.25
Total Score20063.7563.7560.2555.2550.7549.75

RBI Grade B 2022 Phase 2 Cut Off

Here are the category-wise Phase 2 (mains) cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2022 exam.

RBI Grade B 2022
Phase 2 Cut Off Marks

Aggregate cut off marks in paper I, II and III (300 marks)
General/UREWSOBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
171.25 171.25167.00150.50150.25150.25

RBI Grade B 2022 Final Cut Off

Here are the category-wise final cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2022 exam.

RBI Grade B 2022
Final Cut Off Marks

Aggregate marks in Phase 2 and Interview (375 marks)
General/UREWSOBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
234.50 187.50223.00 202.50 179.00 208.25 (Gen)196.75 (OBC)176.25 (SC)

After getting familiar with the RBI Grade B 2022 overall cut off, let’s take a look at the 2021 cut off marks.

Please note that due to covid, the RBI Grade B 2020 notification was not released and in 2021, 270 vacancies were advertised for the Grade B post.

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RBI Grade B 2021 Cut Off

Here is the official overall cut off of the RBI Grade B 2021 exam for the Phase 1, Phase 2 and final selection as an RBI officer

RBI Grade B 2021 Phase 1 Cut Off

Here are the sectional and overall category-wise Phase 1 (prelims) cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2021 exam.

RBI Grade B 2021
Phase 1 Cut Off Marks
SectionMaximum MarksGeneral/UREWSOBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
General Awareness (GA)801616120.250.2510.25
Reasoning 60121297.757.757.75
English Language 3006064.503.753.753.75
Quantitative Aptitude 3006064.503.753.753.75
Total Score20066.7566.7563.7553.5052.7552.75

RBI Grade B 2021 Phase 2 Cut Off

Here are the category-wise Phase 2 (mains) cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2021 exam.

RBI Grade B 2021
Phase 2 Cut Off Marks
 Aggregate cut off marks in paper I, II and III (300 marks)General/UREWSOBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
187.75187.75167.5166.75187.75166.75(HI, LD, MD) 169.75(VI)

RBI Grade B 2021 Final Cut Off

Here are the category-wise final cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2020-21 exam.

RBI Grade B 2021
Final Cut Off Marks

Aggregate marks in Phase 2 and Interview (375 marks)
General/UREWSOBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
252.25241.25212.25205.25218.25Gen – 226OBC – 223.75

After getting familiar with the RBI Grade B 2021 overall cut off, let’s take a look at the 2019 cut off marks.

RBI Grade B 2019 Cut Off

Here is the official overall cut off of the RBI Grade B 2019 exam for the Phase 1, Phase 2 and final selection as an RBI officer.

RBI Grade B 2019 Phase 1 Cut Off

Here are the sectional and overall category-wise Phase 1 cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2019 exam.

RBI Grade B 2019
Phase 1 Cut Off Marks
SectionMaximum MarksGeneral/UREWSOBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
General Awareness (GA)8020201614.2514.2514.25
Reasoning 6015151210.7510.7510.75
English Language 307.57.5065.255.255.25
Quantitative Aptitude 307.57.5065.255.255.25
Total Score200122122115.50108108108

RBI Grade B 2019 Phase 2 Cut Off

Here are the category-wise Phase 2 (mains) cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2019 exam.

RBI Grade B 2019
Phase 2 Cut Off Marks

Aggregate cut off marks in paper I, II and III (300 marks)
General/UREWSOBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
193.25193.25188.00172.25172.25172.25 (HI, LD, MD)
176.75 (VI)

RBI Grade B 2019 Final Cut Off

Till 2019, the weightage of interview was 50 marks which was increased to 75 in 2021. Here are the category-wise final cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2019 exam.

RBI Grade B 2019
Final Cut Off Marks

Aggregate marks in Phase 2 and Interview (350 marks)
General/UREWSOBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
238.25197.00215.50206.50194.00Gen 215.75 OBC 194.75

After getting familiar with the RBI Grade B 2019 overall cut off, let’s take a look at the 2018 cut off marks.

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RBI Grade B 2018 Cut Off

Here is the official overall cut off of the RBI Grade B 2018 exam for the Phase 1, Phase 2 and final selection as RBI officer

RBI Grade B 2018 Phase 1 Cut Off

Here are the sectional and overall category-wise Phase 1 (prelims) cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2018 exam.

RBI Grade B 2018
Phase 1 Cut Off Marks
SectionMaximum MarksGeneral/UROBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
General Awareness (GA)80201614.2514.2514.25
Reasoning 60151210.7510.7510.75
English Language 307.5065.255.255.25
Quantitative Aptitude 307.5065.255.255.25
Total Score200105.7595.7591.7591.7591.75

RBI Grade B 2018 Phase 2 Cut Off

Here are the category-wise Phase 2 (mains) cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2018 exam.

RBI Grade B 2018
Phase 2 Cut Off Marks
 
Aggregate cut off marks in paper I, II and III (300 marks)
General/UROBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
  201.25  186.25  180.25  180.25  180.25

RBI Grade B 2018 Final Cut Off

Here are the category-wise final cut off marks of the RBI Grade B 2018 exam.

RBI Grade B 2018
Final Cut Off Marks
 
Aggregate marks in Phase 2 and Interview (350 marks)
General/UROBCSCSTPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
 248.50 235.50 221.25 219.50 GEN-235.50 OBC-223.00

Now that you have understood the RBI Grade B cut off marks of the last 5 years for Phases 1,2 and the overall exam, let’s note the key takeaways from these cut offs.

RBI Grade B Phase 1 Cut Off: Key Takeaways

After analyzing the previous years RBI Grade B Phase 1 cut offs, here are the key takeaways:

RBI Grade B 
Phase 1 Cut Off
Subjects20232022202120192018
GA (80)1212162020
English (30)4.54.567.57.5
Quant (30)4.54.567.57.5
Reasoning (60)9.009.00121515
Overall54.2563.7566.75122105
Phase 1 cut off marks of RBI Grade B
  1. Never Target the Cut Off Marks

As you can see from the data above, the cut off was 122 marks out of 200 in 2019 and just 54.25 marks in 2023. This is because the 2019 exam was relatively easy while the 2023 exam, with its difficult level, led to a lower cut off. The RBI Grade B exam is unpredictable, so focusing on just scoring the cut off marks would not be a wise choice.

  1. Sectional Cut Off Has Never Been Above 25% of the Total Marks

It is not possible to establish a fixed sectional cut off for individual subjects. However, based on the trend of the past five years, the sectional cut off is never more than 25% of the total marks. Here are the sectional cut offs (in percentage) of Phase 1 in past years:

  • 2023: 15%
  • 2022: 15%
  • 2021: 20%
  • 2019: 25%
  • 2018: 25%

This means that while you will have your strong and weak subjects, your weak subject should never be so weak that you do not score even the sectional cut off marks in that subject.

  1. Sectional Cut Offs Can be Misleading

To explain this, let’s take the example of 2022. Achieving 12 marks in GA, 4.5 each in English and Quant each and 9 in Reasoning may appear manageable. However, it only sums up to 30 marks. This falls short by more than 50% of the overall cut off of 63.75 marks. This means that securing the sectional cut off is essential but it’s also important to clear the overall Phase 1 cut off to be able to sit for Phase 2.

RBI Grade B Phase 2 & Final Cut Off: Key Takeaways

After analyzing the previous years RBI Grade B Phase 2 cut offs, here are the key takeaways:

RBI Grade B Phase 2 and Final Cut Off
Stage202320222020-2120192018
Phase 2169171.25 187.75193.25201
Final Selection229234.50 252.25238.25248
Phase 2 and final cut off marks of RBI Grade B exam
  1. Clearing Just the Phase 2 Cut Off is Not Enough

As you can see from the data above, the cut off difference between Phase 2 (169) and Final selection (229) was 60 marks in 2023. This means that candidates with 169 marks in the phase 2 exam needed to score atleast 60 marks in the interview to ensure their selection. This is quite challenging. 

What this means is that merely scoring the cut off marks in the phase 2 exam isn’t sufficient, you need to aim for higher marks to ease the pressure at the interview stage.

  1. Understand the Difficulty Level

On average, the cut offs are around 65% to 70%. The high cut off marks indicate that the exam difficulty level is moderate. So, if you have conceptual knowledge of Finance, Management, Economics, etc., and prepare well, you can crack the exam. 

  1. Set a Target Score in Phase 2

Based on our analysis of previous years’ exams and cut offs, here’s the minimum marks you should aim for:

  1. FM: 75+ marks
  2. ESI: 60-65 marks
  3. English: 65-70 marks
  1. Finance and Management

It is the highest-scoring subject where you can target 75+ marks. The Finance subject includes static and current components, but the management part is static only. So, while preparing for Phase 2, Finance and Management should be your priority.

  1. Economic and Social Issues

The majority of the questions asked in the ESI paper are based on current affairs. The vast scope of current affairs makes it challenging for candidates to secure high marks. So, keep the ESI your second priority after FM.

  1. Descriptive English

Scoring well in English is dependent on 2 things: understanding the basics of essay writing, precis writing and reading comprehension and practicing answer writing. With a lot less effort as compared to ESI and FM, one can score good marks in this subject.

  1. Don’t Take The Interview Lightly

Instances exist where candidates excelled in Phase 2 but scored poor marks in interview. The interview marks range from as low as 4 marks to as high as 74. So, it is advisable not to take the interview lightly. Dedicate time to mock interviews, seek feedback, and address any areas that may need improvement.

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After understanding the RBI Grade B general cut off marks of the previous 5 years, let’s take a look at the category-wise cut offs of specialized posts—DEPR and DSIM.

RBI Grade B DEPR Cut Off Marks 2023

Here are the category-wise final cut off marks of the RBI Grade B DEPR 2023 exam.

RBI Grade B DEPR 2023 Cut Offs
StageGeneral/UROBCSCSTEWSPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
Phase 1 (200 marks)112102989811298
Phase 1 + Phase 2 (400 marks)254.17234.50226.17226.17254.17226.17 (No candidate shortlisted for interview phase)
Final (475 marks)332293.17275.17258.17301.67

RBI Grade B DEPR Cut Off Marks 2022

Here are the category-wise final cut off marks of the RBI Grade B DEPR 2022 exam.

Please note that the RBI Grade B DEPR exam pattern was similar to the DSIM pattern in 2022, which was changed in 2023. 

RBI Grade B DEPR 2022 Cut Offs
StageGeneral/UROBCSCSTEWSPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
Paper 1 (100 marks)413634344134
Paper 1, 2, and 3 (300 marks)191.67176.67170.67170.67191.67170.67 (No candidate shortlisted for interview)
Final (375 marks)255224219.34206.50238.16

Now let’s understand the past years cut off marks for the RBI Grade B DSIM exam.

RBI Grade B DSIM Cut Off Marks 2023

Here are the category-wise final cut off marks of the RBI Grade B DSIM 2023 exam.

RBI Grade B DSIM 2023 Cut Offs
StageGeneral/UROBCSCSTEWSPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
Paper 1 (100 marks)61.5061.5054.5054.5061.5054.50 (No candidate shortlisted for Paper 2 and 3)
Paper 1, 2, and 3 (300 marks)190.67185.67169.67169.67190.67(No candidate shortlisted for interview)
Final (375 marks)264241.75196.33210.33245.67

RBI Grade B DSIM Cut Off Marks 2022

Here are the category-wise final cut off marks of the RBI Grade B DSIM 2022 exam.

RBI Grade B DSIM 2022 Cut Offs
StageGeneral/UROBCSCSTEWSPwBD
(OH/HI/VH/MD)
Paper 1 (100 marks)46.504539.5039.5046.5039.50
Paper 1, 2, and 3 (300 marks)171.67160150.67150.67
(No candidate shortlisted for interview) 
171.67150.67 (No candidate shortlisted for interview)
Final (375 marks)245.67212.42173238

After understanding the RBI Grade B cut off marks for DEPR and DSIM posts, let’s understand at what point RBI releases the cut off marks.

When Does RBI Release the Cut Off Marks?

RBI usually releases cut off marks at specific points throughout the RBI Grade B selection process. Let’s understand this with 2023 cut offs dates. 

Phase 1

  • Exam Date: 9 July 2023
  • Result Date: 18 July 2023
  • Cut Off Release Date: 2 August 2023

Phase 2

  • Exam Date: 30 July 2023
  • Result Date: 28 August 2023
  • Cut Off Release Date: 27 December 2023

Interview

  • Interview Dates: 25 September 2023 to 8 December 2023
  • Final Result Date: 13 December 2023
  • Final Cut Off Release Date: 27 December 2023

Key Takeaways

  • Phase 1: RBI usually releases the Phase 1 cut off marks within 10 to 15 days after announcing the Phase 1 result.
  • Phase 2: Unlike Phase 1, there’s no separate cut off announcement for Phase 2. RBI releases the Phase 2 cut off marks with the final cut off.
  • Final: RBI usually releases the Phase 2 and final cut off marks within 10 to 15 days after announcing the final result.

How to Check RBI Grade B Cut Off?

Follow the below-mentioned steps to check the RBI Grade cut off:

Step 1

Visit the official website of RBI, https://www.rbi.org.in/.

Step 2

Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on “Recruitment-related announcements”.

Step 3

A new page opens up with the heading, Vacancies. Hover on the “Current Vacancies” and click on the “Results tab. 

Step 4

Select the year. In this case, we are selecting 2023. 

Step 5

Click on the “Marks sheet and cut off marks for the recruitment of Officers in Grade ‘B’ (DR)-General- PY 2023”. You will find the category-wise RBI Grade B 2023 Phase 2 and final cut offs. 

Follow the same procedure to find the RBI Grade B Phase 1 cut off.

Conclusion

We have explained the past 5 years of RBI Grade B cut offs for Phase 1, Phase 2 and final selection and covered how to check previous years’ cut offs. We hope this information will help you set your study goals and score well above the cut off marks, thereby increasing your chances of clearing the RBI Grade B exam.