The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the RBI Grade B Prelims Result 2026 for the recruitment of Officer Grade B (General) under the Panel Year 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Phase 1 examination can now check whether they have qualified for the next stage by downloading the merit list PDF from the official RBI website.

The Phase 1 examination was conducted on June 13, 2026, and the result was declared on June 25, 2026. The result has been published in PDF format, containing only the roll numbers of shortlisted candidates. Individual scorecards and category-wise cut-off marks will be released separately by the RBI.
The RBI Grade B examination is one of the country's most prestigious recruitment exams for banking professionals. Candidates who have qualified in the preliminary examination are now eligible to appear for the Phase 2 examination, which is scheduled to be held on July 25, 2026.
Candidates should carefully check the merit list PDF to verify whether their roll number appears among the shortlisted candidates.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | April 29, 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | April 29, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 20, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Examination | June 13, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Result Declaration | June 25, 2026 |
| Phase 2 Examination | July 25, 2026 |
According to the official notification, the Phase 2 examination will be conducted in two shifts on July 25, 2026.
Candidates shortlisted from Phase 1 must appear in all three papers:
The RBI will issue a single admit card covering both examination shifts, along with details of the reporting time and examination venue.
The central bank has clearly stated that requests for changing the examination centre, shift, or venue will not be entertained under any circumstances.
While the merit list has been released, individual scorecards and category-wise cut-off marks will be published separately on the official RBI website.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the portal for updates regarding:
Candidates can follow these steps:
1. Visit the official RBI website.
2. Navigate to the "Opportunities @ RBI" or Recruitment section.
3. Click on the RBI Grade B Prelims Result 2026 link.
4. Download the merit list PDF.
5. Search for your roll number using the search function (Ctrl + F).
6. Save the PDF for future reference.
The recruitment process consists of the following stages:
Only candidates qualifying at each stage will proceed to the next phase of the selection process.
Since the Phase 2 examination is descriptive and subject-oriented, shortlisted candidates should now focus on:
Proper time management and regular revision will be crucial for success in the next stage.
Conclusion
The declaration of the RBI Grade B Prelims Result 2026 marks an important milestone for candidates aspiring to join the Reserve Bank of India as Grade B Officers. Shortlisted candidates should begin preparing for the Phase 2 examination scheduled for July 25, 2026, while also keeping an eye on the release of admit cards, scorecards, and category-wise cut-off marks. As one of India's most competitive banking examinations, timely preparation for the next stage will be essential for securing a place in the final merit list.