RBI Assistant Notification 2023 - Recruitment for 450 Govt Jobs
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Do you aspire to work with the most esteemed Central Bank of India? Yes, the Reserve Bank of India, the root and the strength of the whole Indian banking system, has finally released the RBI Assistant notification 2023. The official notification was issued on 13th September 2023, offering 450 job openings for the Assistant post, isn't it truly exceptional? In this blog post, we will be providing you with all the essential information regarding the same.
Overview of the RBI Assistant Notification 2023
Before diving into the specifics of the notification, we would like to shed some light on your exam journey as an aspirant of the RBI Assistant job. Knowing what you are stepping into will only help you put your best foot forward in this crucial, and life-transforming journey of yours. We have created an easy to understand flow of the entire process, from the start of your preparation to the glorious end of a milestone. Below, we have created a sequence for you to follow, encompassing everything from eligibility criteria to the application process to the sequence of levels, and its results.
Now that you have had an overview of the post, vacancies, and salaries, how about we take you through the step by step application process?
We hope that all your doubts regarding the application process are well catered in the above given infographic.
The above infographic has provided you with a sequence in which each of these phases will take place. Starting from Phase 1 i.e., Preliminary Examination to Phase 2 i.e., Mains Examination to Phase 3 i.e., Language Proficiency Test.
Clearly, the above image has provided you with the tentative dates released by the Reserve Bank of India.
Now that you have a roadmap for your journey, how about we provide you with an overview of the RBI Assistant notification 2023? The Reserve Bank of India released the RBI Assistant notification 2023 on 13th September 2023. Moreover, the notification was issued on their official website. Subsequently, RBI has provided information about the eligibility criteria, number of attempts, and various important dates, all of which we have elaborated on in the following sections of the blog. So, keep reading!
RBI Assistant Notification 2023 PDF
Before proceeding any further, it is important to understand what the official notification of the RBI Assistant 2023 encompasses. The list of important contents is given below for your reference:
- Eligibility Criteria
- Vacancies
- Post and Salary
- Exam Pattern
- Exam Syllabus
- Important Exam Dates
- Application Process
- Admit Card and Exam Centers
Most importantly, the RBI Assistant recruitment examination aims at selecting eligible youngsters for the posts of Assistant in the Reserve Bank of India. As per the RBI Assistant Notification 2023 PDF, the registrations have started from 13th September, 2023. In this blog, we will further read about all the bullet points mentioned above. Moreover, if you wish to download the RBI Assistant official notification 2023, click on the embedded link.
RBI Assistant 2023 Eligibility Criteria
The first and foremost step towards starting your preparation for any exam is to know your eligibility. Consequently, it is important for you to know and understand the eligibility criteria for the RBI Assistant exam 2023. There are three primary eligibility criteria for the RBI Assistant recruitment exam 2023. These include:
- Nationality: You must be either a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal, or Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1962.
- Age Limit (as on 01.09.2023): Your age should not be below 20 and above 28 years.
- Educational Qualification (as on 01.09.2023): You must have a Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. and a knowledge of word processing on PC.
To know these criteria in detail, you can read our blog RBI Assistant Eligibility Criteria 2023. Now that you are aware of your eligibility criteria for the RBI Assistant exam, are you curious to know about its vacancies and pay scale?
RBI Assistant 2023 Vacancy
Reserve Bank of India unveiled a total of 450 vacancies for the year 2023. Moreover, these vacancies are distributed state-wise. Take a glance at the image below to get detailed insights about the vacancies. However, remember that the Banks reserves the right to increase/ decrease the number of vacancies as per the requirement; or even to not fill up the vacancies.
[Source: www.rbi.org.in]
Remember, RBI Assistant is a highly prestigious post, and thus, lakhs of candidates fight for a few hundred seats. Hence, to pave your pathway through this exam, you should have a good understanding of its syllabus and exam pattern. However, before proceeding on to that, how about we brief you all about the salary structure of the RBI Assistant?
RBI Assistant 2023 Salary
It is apparent that future security and salary act as a compelling force that draws individuals towards pursuing jobs in the government sector. To be specific, RBI Assistant offers a decent package in this regard. In addition to the prestige associated with this job, it offers a generous salary, various allowances, and a pension plan for a secure future.
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After being selected, you can withdraw a starting basic pay of ₹20,700/- per month in the scale of ₹20700 – 1200 (3) – 24300 – 1440 (4) - 30060 – 1920 (6) – 41580 – 2080 (2) – 45740 – 2370 (3) – 52850 – 2850 (1) – 55700 and other allowances, as admissible from time to time.
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At present, initial Monthly Gross Emoluments (without HRA) for Assistant will be approximately ₹47,849/-. However, the House Rent Allowance of 15% of Pay will be paid to you, additionally, if you are not staying in Bank’s accommodation.
Appealing right? However, to be eligible for these benefits, you must qualify for the RBI Assistant exam 2023. To do so, it is extremely crucial for you to have a decent understanding of its exam pattern and syllabus.
RBI Assistant 2023 Exam Pattern
Before understanding the RBI Assistant exam pattern, it is crucial to understand its importance. Firstly, the exam pattern is a foundational step in preparing effectively and performing well in any examination. Secondly, it provides you with a roadmap that guides your preparation. Lastly, it helps you navigate the actual exam and helps in enhancing your confidence. Now that, we understand its importance, let's move forward to the RBI Assistant exam pattern:
Remember that there are three levels in the RBI Assistant selection process i.e., Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Language Proficiency Test. However, out of these three only first two levels are of multiple choice.
- Preliminary Examination:
- There are three subjects in preliminary examination i.e., English Language, Numerical Ability, Reasoning Ability.
- There are in total 100 questions, and for every question 1 mark is allotted in the preliminary examination.
- 1/4th marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
- Main Examination:
- There are 5 tests in Main Examination which include Test of Reasoning, Test of English Language, Test of Numerical Ability, Test of General Awareness, and Test of Computer Knowledge.
- Each of the above mentioned tests carry 40 questions each. Moreover, marks allotted for each of these questions is 40.
- Thus, in total there are 200 questions in the Main Examination..
- 1/4th marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
- Language Proficiency Test: If you qualify the Main Examination, you will have to undergo a language proficiency test (LPT). Moreover, the language proficiency test will be conducted in the Official / Local Language/s of the concerned State.
Well, now that you have a brief idea of the exam pattern, you might be interested in knowing about it in detail. Our blog, RBI Assistant exam pattern 2023 contains everything you need to know.
RBI Assistant 2023 Syllabus
After understanding the exam pattern, you need to know the subjects that you have to prepare for. Consequently, it is now important to know the syllabus in detail as it guides your study efforts, resource selection, and time management, leading to a more structured and strategic preparation process. There are five subjects in the RBI Assistant examination 2023:
- English Language
- Numerical Ability
- Reasoning Ability
- General Knowledge
- Computer Knowledge
To learn in detail about each of these subjects, you can read our blog, RBI Assistant Syllabus 2023. Do remember that these subjects are for both Preliminary and Main examination.
Now that you are aware of most of the important elements of the exam, it's natural for you to be eager to know the exam's important dates. So, without further ado, let's hop on to the RBI Assistant Exam Date 2023 as revealed in the official notification.
RBI Assistant 2023 Marking Scheme
- As we are aware, RBI Assistant examination consists of two Computer Based Examination i.e., Preliminary Examination and Main Examination which consists of Objective-Multiple Choice Questions.
- In the Preliminary Examination, there are in total 100 questions for 100 marks, implying that 1 question is of 1 mark .
- In Main Examination, there are in total 200 questions for 200 marks, implying that 1 question is for 1 mark.
- There will be a negative marking in the both Prelims and Mains in which 1/4th of assigned marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
RBI Assistant 2023 Marks Normalization
Marks normalization entails great importance as it helps to evaluate a candidate's performance with fairness and equity. Moreover, normalized scores facilitate the comparison of exams held in multiple shifts.
- RBI Assistant notification 2023 states that "the ‘corrected scores’ obtained by each of the candidates in different sessions (if held) will be normalized using the equipercentile method.
- The scores across various sessions, thus, will be equated using the standard practice of the IBPS to adjust for differences in the difficulty level of different tests held across various sessions.
RBI Assistant 2023 Important Exam Dates
According to the official notification, the important dates released by RBI are given below in the table for your reference:
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Dates
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Website Link Open
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September 13, 2023 – October 04, 2023
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Payment of Examination Fees (Online)
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September 13, 2023 – October 04, 2023
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Schedule of Online Preliminary Test (Tentative)
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October 21, 2023 & October 23, 2023
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Schedule of Online Main Test (Tentative)
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December 02, 2023
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Further, to know in detail about the exam dates, read our blog, RBI Assistant Exam Date 2023.
What do you think, should we proceed to the application segment of the blog? Let's move a step closer to your dream job.
RBI Assistant 2023 Application Form Link
The Reserve Bank of India released the official notification for RBI Assistant on September 13, 2023. On the same date, they opened the application link, which was set to close on October 4, 2023. So, you can fill out the application form by clicking on the embedded link. In addition, you must make sure to fill out all the necessary details accurately to avoid any hassle later.
Application Fees for RBI Assistant 2023 Recruitment
The application fee for General, OBC, and EWS is Rs. 450 + 18% GST. However, candidates belonging to SC, ST and, PwBD are liable to pay only Rs 50 + 18% GST. But for the candidates belonging to the staff will have no such charges. Moreover, the application fees should be paid through online only using the following modes:
- Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro)
- Credit Cards
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets
RBI Assistant Apply Online - Step by Step Approach
- To fill out the "Online Application," go to the URL Recruitment for the post of Assistant - 2023 on the advertisement page.The candidates are directed to the online registration page by this.
- You must fill out the online application form with their basic information and upload their picture, signature, left thumbprint, and handwritten statement in accordance with the guidelines provided.
- Click the Click here for New Registration tab to register an application, then provide your name, phone number, and email address. The system will generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password, which will then be shown on the screen.
- Proceed to fill other details of the Application Form.
- Click on the Preview Tab to preview and verify the entire application form before Complete Registration.
- Modify details, if required, and click on ‘Complete Registration' only after verifying and ensuring that the photograph, signature uploaded, and other details filled by you are correct.
- Click on 'Payment' Tab and proceed for payment.
RBI Assistant 2023 Admit Card and Exam Centers
Once the admit card is out, you can click on the embedded link to get yours. Moreover, to be able to download the call letter, you must remember your system-generated registration number and password. Additionally, to gain insights into exam centers, refer to the official notification PDF (Page 28-29) onwards. Keep in mind that centers will be allocated on a "first-apply-first-allot" basis, and once a specific center reaches its capacity, it will become unavailable. Thus, it is advised to fill out the application form as early as possible to get into the center of your choice.
Hopefully, this blog provided you with a lot of clarity. But if you still want to know more in detail, you can read more of our blogs at KD Live. We will keep you up to date. Remember that all this information only when combined with sheer dedication, consistency, and perseverance, will help you achieve your goal.
RBI Assistant Notification 2023 FAQs
When did the official notification for the RBI Assistant 2023 release?
The official notification for the RBI Assistant released on 13 September 2023.
When is the last date to apply for the RBI Assistant recruitment examination 2023?
The last date to apply for the RBI Assistant recruitment examination 2023 is 4 October 2023.
What are the eligibility criteria to apply for the RBI Assistant recruitment examination 2023?
There are three primary eligibility criteria for the RBI Assistant recruitment exam 2023. These include:
- Nationality: You must be either a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal, or Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1962.
- Age Limit (as on 01.09.2023): Your age should not be below 20 and above 28 years.
- Educational Qualification (as on 01.09.2023): You must have a Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. and a knowledge of word processing on PC.
How many vacancies have been released in the RBI Assistant Notification 2023?
Reserve bank of India has released 450 vacancies under the RBI Assistant post 2023.
What is the starting basic pay for the RBI Assistant?
The starting basic pay is ?20,700/- per month in the scale of ?20700 and other allowances, as admissible from time to time. Also, the initial Monthly Gross Emoluments (without HRA) for Assistant will be approximately ?47,849/-.
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