RBI Assistant — exam pattern
Reserve Bank of India · Graduate · Yearly · Age 20–28 · checked 2026-10-19
Prelims
CBT · 60 min · Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong · 100 questions · 100 marks
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 30% |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 35% |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 35% |
Mains
CBT · 135 min · Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong · 200 questions · 200 marks
Plus language proficiency test.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 20% |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 20% |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 20% |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 20% |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 20% |
Frequently asked
- How many questions are there in RBI Assistant?
- Prelims: 100 questions, 100 marks, 60 min. Mains: 200 questions, 200 marks, 135 min.
- Is there negative marking in RBI Assistant?
- Prelims: 0.25 per wrong. Mains: 0.25 per wrong.
- Who can apply for RBI Assistant?
- Graduate, age 20–28. Held yearly by Reserve Bank of India.