The phase 2 exam pattern of RBI Grade B includes a number of papers, different subjects and marking schemes, the minimum cut-off marks, time duration, and the mode of the exam. So this information which we are providing to you is very important for you to prepare for your phase 2 effectively and efficiently and also ensures that your study material perfectly align with the latest RBI Grade B phase 2 exam pattern.
Given below is the detailed information of the RBI Grade B Phase 2 exam pattern as per the latest official RBI Grade B notification:
RBI Grade B Phase 2 Exam Pattern
The RBI Grade B Phase 2 exam consists of three phases as mentioned below:
- Paper 1: Economic & Social Issues (ESI)
- Paper 2: English
- Paper 3: Finance & Management (FM)
You can download the detailed syllabus of ESI AND FM for RBI Grade B Exam from the link provided : https://c4scourses.in/banking-finance/what-is-esi-syllabus-for-rbi-grade-b-exam/
Given below the detailed information of RBI Grade B Exam Pattern:
| Paper | Type | Number of Questions | Time( in minutes) | Total marks |
| Paper-1 Economic and Social Issues | 50% Objective 50% Descriptive | 30 6, out of which 4 to be attempted | 30 for Objective 90 for Descriptive | 100 |
| Paper-2 Descriptive English | 50% Objective 50% Descriptive | 3 Questions (Precis, RC, & Essay) | 30 for Objective 90 for Descriptive | 100 |
| Paper-3 Finance and Management | 50% Objective 50% Descriptive | 30 6, out of which 4 to be attempted | 30 for Objective 90 for Descriptive | 100 |
NOTE: The PWBD candidates, with 40% or more than that much disability, who have physical limitation in typing/writing, including that of speed, shall be allowed compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of the examination, whether availing the facility of a scribe or not.
More Details of RBI Grade B Phase 2
| Mode | Online |
| Language | Hindi & English for both objective and descriptive papers (Except for the test of English) |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Cut-Off Marks | Decided as per the calling ratio |
| Negative Marking (Objective questions) | 1/4th for every wrong answer, i.e., 0.25 for 1 mark questions0.50 for 2 mark questions |
The candidates who qualify in the RBI Grade B Phase 2 are then shortlisted for a psychometric test and interview. Now this stage evaluates the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and suitability for the RBI Grade B officer role.
