The RBI Office Attendant recruitment is a premier opportunity for candidates to enter India’s central bank. Unlike most banking jobs that require a degree, this position is specifically designed for matriculates. Notably, the RBI has a strict eligibility cap: graduates and individuals with higher qualifications are ineligible to apply, ensuring the role remains accessible to its intended demographic.

Key Recruitment Details:

• Total Vacancies (572): Distributed across major regional offices including Kanpur & Lucknow (125), Kolkata (90), New Delhi (61), Guwahati (52), and Jaipur (42), among others.

• Eligibility Criteria:

• Educational: Must have passed 10th Standard (Matriculation) from the concerned State/UT under the jurisdiction of the recruiting office.

• Age Limit: 18 to 25 years as of January 1, 2026. (Standard age relaxations apply: +5 years for SC/ST and +3 years for OBC).

• Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in the local language (read, write, speak, and understand) of the state/region they are applying for.

• Selection Process:

1. Online Written Test: A 120-mark objective exam covering Reasoning, General English, General Awareness, and Numerical Ability. (Note: There is a negative marking of 1/4th for wrong answers).

2. Language Proficiency Test (LPT): Qualifying in nature, testing the candidate's command over the local regional language.

• Salary & Benefits: The starting pay scale is approximately ₹24,250 – ₹26,508 per month (including allowances), offering one of the most stable and prestigious entry-level government pay packages in India.

Important Dates & Fees:

• Application Window: January 15, 2026, to February 4, 2026.

• Tentative Exam Dates: February 28 and March 1, 2026.

• Application Fee:

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹450 + 18% GST.

• SC/ST/PwBD/EXS: ₹50 + 18% GST (Intimation charges only).

Interested candidates must apply through the "Opportunities@RBI" section on the official website: www.rbi.org.in.