The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a new recruitment drive. It is looking to fill 572 posts for the position of Office Attendant . This is an important chance for many students looking for a government job.
Applications for these positions began on January 15, 2026 . Interested candidates must submit their applications by February 4, 2026 . The online exam for these posts is set to take place on February 28 and March 01, 2026 . Candidates should check their eligibility before applying.
Key Dates for RBI Office Attendant Recruitment 2026
| Activity | Date |
| Application Start Date | January 15, 2026 |
| Application End Date | February 4, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | February 4, 2026 |
| Online Exam Dates | February 28, 2026 to March 01, 2026 |
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Criteria)
To apply for the RBI Office Attendant posts, candidates must meet certain conditions. These conditions cover nationality, age, education, and language skills. Make sure you meet all these points before filling out the form.
1. Nationality
- You must be an Indian citizen .
- People from Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibetan refugees who came to India before January 1, 1962 , with the aim of settling permanently in India, can also apply.
- People of Indian origin who moved from countries like Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia), and Vietnam with the intention of settling permanently in India, are also eligible.
2. Age Limit
- Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years old .
- This means you should have been born no earlier than January 2, 2001 , and no later than January 1, 2008 (both dates are included).
- There will be age relaxation for candidates from certain categories. This means older candidates from these categories can also apply.
3. Educational Qualification
- You must have passed Class 10 (SSC/Matriculation) . This qualification should be from a board in the State/Union Territory where the RBI office you are applying to is located.
- An important rule: You must be an undergraduate as on January 1, 2026 . This means you should not have completed your graduation by this date.
- Graduates and candidates with higher qualifications (like a Bachelor's degree or above) are NOT allowed to apply for these posts. This rule is very specific.
4. For Ex-Servicemen
- Ex-servicemen candidates must have passed Class 10 (SSC/Matriculation) .
- They must have served in the defence forces for at least 15 years .
- This rule applies only if they have not completed their graduation outside of their Armed Forces service.
5. Language Proficiency
- Candidates must be good at the local language of the State/Union Territory where they apply.
- Being proficient means you should be able to read, write, speak, and understand that particular local language well. This skill will be tested during the selection process.
How to Apply
The application process for the RBI Office Attendant posts is online. Candidates need to visit the official RBI website to fill out the application form. The online application link will be active from January 15, 2026 , until February 4, 2026 . You also need to pay the application fee online within these dates.
Selection Process
The selection for the Office Attendant posts will happen in two main steps:
Online Exam: First, candidates will take an online written exam. Your score in this exam will be important for moving to the next stage.
Language Proficiency Test (LPT): Candidates who pass the online exam will then need to take a Language Proficiency Test. This test checks your ability to read, write, speak, and understand the local language of the state you applied for. This test is compulsory, and candidates must pass it to be selected.
It is very important for all candidates to make sure they meet all eligibility conditions before applying. This will help avoid any issues later in the selection process. The RBI is offering a clear pathway for Class 10 pass students to join one of India's top financial institutions.
