RBI Grade A – Assistant Manager (Rajbhasha)
1. Important Dates & Status
Notification Release: e.g., July 11–31, 2025
Admit Card: August 2025
Phase 1 Exam Date: August 16, 2025
Vacancies (Rajbhasha): 3
2. Exam Format & Stages
Phase I – Online Objective Test
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 35 | 35 | 30 min |
| English Language | 35 | 35 | 30 min |
| General Awareness (Banking/Econ/Commerce) | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Professional Knowledge (incl. Official Language) | 45 | 45 | 40 min |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 120 min |
Negative marking: –0.25 marks per wrong answer
Language: Bilingual except English section
Phase II – Descriptive Paper
Format: Official Language (translation + policy)
Marks: 50
Duration: 60 min
Interview
Shortlisted candidates undergo a personal interview
Carrying 35 marks (combine with written scores)
3. Syllabus Breakdown
Phase I
Reasoning: Puzzles, inequalities, seating, directions, etc.
English: Grammar, comprehension, error spotting, vocabulary
General Awareness: Banking, economic policies, current affairs
Professional Knowledge:
Official Language Policy & Act (Articles 343–348, eighth schedule, Rajbhasha awards)
Translation norms, grammar, Hindi dialects, idioms, synonyms, etc.
Phase II
Translation exercises: Hindi⇄English
Official Language Policy questions
4. Preparation Strategy
Regular mock tests and previous-year paper reviews
Consistent current-affairs review, especially banking/econ updates
5. Eligibility & Qualifications
Age Limit: 21–30 years (as of reference date) with applicable category relaxations
Educational Criteria:
Master’s in Hindi/English/Hindi Translation/Sanskrit/Economics/Commerce with English & Hindi at UG level + PG diploma in translation as required
6. Selection & Final Merit
Final selection based on combined Phase I + Phase II + Interview marks
7. Salary & Growth Path
Basic Pay: ₹44,500 (₹62,500 per revised scales for some years)
Gross Salary: Approx. ₹90,100/month, excluding HRA
Clear career progression with opportunities to move into senior managerial roles
8. Why Opt for Rajbhasha Stream?
Unique mix of translation, language policy, and banking awareness
Competitive salary, job stability, and defined career trajectory
Ideal for strong candidates in Hindi-English translation with interests in public service