RBI Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is hiring 11 Junior Engineers — 7 in Civil and 4 in Electrical discipline — across its regional offices. If you hold a Diploma or BE/B.Tech in Civil or Electrical Engineering, this is a chance to work with India's central bank. Apply online between 16 April 2026 and 6 May 2026. Starting basic pay is Rs. 33,900 per month with total salary around Rs. 71,032 per month including allowances.

Reserve Bank of India Junior Engineer Recruitment 2026 - 11 Posts

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released a notification for 11 Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical) posts under Panel Year 2026. These posts are spread across RBI's five recruitment zones — East, West, North, South, and Central. Selection will be through a country-wide online competitive exam followed by a Language Proficiency Test (LPT) in the local language of the zone. The exam is tentatively scheduled for June 6, 2026.

Vacancy Breakdown

Junior Engineer (Civil) — 7 Posts

• East Zone: 1
• West Zone: 4 (includes 1 backlog for OBC-PwBD)
• North Zone: 1
• South Zone: 0
• Central Zone: 1

Junior Engineer (Electrical) — 4 Posts

• East Zone: 0
• West Zone: 3 (includes 1 backlog for EWS-PwBD)
• North Zone: 0
• South Zone: 1
• Central Zone: 0

Category-wise Breakdown (JE Civil):

• SC: 0 | ST: 1 | OBC: 1 | EWS: 1 | GEN/UR: 4 | Total: 7

Category-wise Breakdown (JE Electrical):

• SC: 0 | ST: 0 | OBC: 1 | EWS: 1 | GEN/UR: 2 | Total: 4

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• Diploma in Engineering: Diploma in Civil or Electrical Engineering from a recognised university/institution with at least 65% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates).
• Degree in Engineering: BE/B.Tech in Civil or Electrical Engineering from a recognised university/institution with at least 55% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates).

Note: You must apply for the post matching your engineering discipline — Civil Engineering candidates apply for JE (Civil) and Electrical Engineering candidates apply for JE (Electrical).

Age Limit

• You should be between 20 and 30 years old as on 01 April 2026.
• SC/ST: Age relaxation of 5 years (up to 35 years)
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Age relaxation of 3 years (up to 33 years)
• PwBD (General/EWS): Age relaxation of 10 years (up to 40 years)
• PwBD (OBC): Age relaxation of 13 years (up to 43 years)
• PwBD (SC/ST): Age relaxation of 15 years (up to 45 years)
• Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation as per Government of India rules

Salary

• Starting Basic Pay: Rs. 33,900 per month
• Pay Scale: Rs. 20,700 – 1,200 (3) – 24,300 – 1,440 (4) – 30,060 – 1,920 (6) – 41,580 – 2,080 (2) – 45,740 – 2,370 (3) – 52,850 – 2,850 – 55,700
• Total Monthly Salary: Approximately Rs. 71,032 per month including all allowances
• You will also receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, Medical Insurance, and other benefits as per RBI rules

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 850
• SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: Rs. 100 (intimation charges only)
• Payment Mode: Online only

Selection Process

Selection will be done in 2 stages:

1. Online Written Examination: Objective type online exam with 180 MCQ questions for 300 marks. The exam will be conducted in English and Hindi (bilingual), except for the English Language section. Negative marking of 1/4 mark for each wrong answer applies.
2. Language Proficiency Test (LPT): Candidates shortlisted after the written exam will appear for an LPT in the Official/Local Language of the zone they applied for. This is qualifying in nature.

Note: The Bank reserves the right to change exam dates. All information on call letters, interview schedule, and results will be published only on opportunities.rbi.org.in.

How to Apply

1. Go to the RBI official recruitment portal at ibpsreg.ibps.in/rbijeapr26.
2. Click on the application link for "Recruitment for the Post of Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical) – Panel Year 2026".
3. Register and fill in your personal, educational, and other details carefully.
4. Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature.
5. Pay the application fee online using debit card, credit card, or net banking.
6. Submit the application and save a printout for future reference.

Important: Mobile phones and electronic devices are banned inside exam premises. No calculators are allowed.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 16 April 2026
• Application Start Date: 16 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 6 May 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 6 May 2026
• Edit Window Dates: To be announced on RBI website
• Tentative Exam Date: 6 June 2026
• Admit Card Date: To be announced

• Handle civil/electrical engineering works and maintenance of RBI premises and infrastructure
• Inspect and supervise construction, renovation, and repair projects at RBI offices
• Prepare technical drawings, estimates, and project reports as required
• Monitor work quality, safety standards, and contractor performance on site
• Maintain records of assets, equipment, and engineering systems under your charge
• Assist senior engineers in planning and executing capital works projects
• Coordinate with external vendors, contractors, and government authorities for approvals