RBI Grade B Cut Off 2026 - Expected Cut Off, Official Previous Year Marks (Phase 1, Phase 2 & Final)
The RBI Grade B 2025-26 Final Cut Off has been officially released by the Reserve Bank of India on its website rbi.org.in. For the General category, the final cut off (Phase 2 + Interview combined, out of 375 marks) stands at 230.75, while the Phase 2 (Mains) cut off to be shortlisted for interview was 171.5 out of 300. The Phase 1 (Prelims) aggregate cut off for General category in 2025 was 77.50 out of 200.
For candidates preparing for the RBI Grade B 2026 exam, understanding the official cut off trends across multiple years is essential for setting realistic target scores, managing time during preparation, and estimating their chances of selection. This article provides the complete official cut off data from 2017 to 2025-26, along with a look at what to expect in 2026.
RBI Grade B Expected Cut Off 2026 - Overview
This section gives a quick snapshot of the official cut off marks released for the RBI Grade B 2025-26 recruitment cycle across all stages of the exam.
| Stage | General/UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 (Prelims) - out of 200 | 77.50 | 64.75 | 69 | 65 | 64.75 |
| Phase 2 (Mains) - out of 300 | 171.5 | 163.75 | 164.25 | 157.75 | 155.5 |
| Final (Phase 2 + Interview) - out of 375 | 230.75 | 199.75 | 218 | 216 | 210.5 |
RBI Grade B Phase 1 (Prelims) Cut Off 2025 - Section-Wise and Category-Wise
The Phase 1 examination is the first screening stage of the RBI Grade B selection process. Candidates must clear both section-wise minimum marks and the overall aggregate to qualify for Phase 2. The official section-wise and category-wise cut off for Phase 1 of RBI Grade B 2025 is as follows:
| Section (Max Marks) | General/UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | PwBD-B | PwBD-C | PwBD-D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness (80) | 24 | 16 | 20 | 16 | 16 | 3 | 16 | 3 |
| English Language (30) | 9 | 6 | 7.5 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 1 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (30) | 9 | 6 | 7.5 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 1 |
| Reasoning (60) | 18 | 12 | 15 | 12 | 12 | 2.25 | 12 | 2.25 |
| Total Aggregate (200) | 77.50 | 64.75 | 69 | 65 | 64.75 | 17.50 | 63.50 | 22.50 |
RBI Grade B Phase 2 (Mains) Cut Off 2025-26 - Category-Wise
The Phase 2 Mains examination consists of three papers (Paper I, Paper II, and Paper III), totalling 300 marks. Candidates must clear the aggregate cut off across all three papers combined to be shortlisted for the Interview round. The official Phase 2 cut off for RBI Grade B 2025-26 is:
| Category | Phase 2 Cut Off (out of 300) |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 171.5 |
| EWS | 163.75 |
| OBC | 164.25 |
| SC | 157.75 |
| ST | 155.5 |
| PwBD-B | 113 |
| PwBD-C | 171.5 |
| PwBD-D | 122.5 |
RBI Grade B Final Cut Off 2025-26 - Phase 2 + Interview Combined
The Final Cut Off is the most important benchmark - it represents the minimum combined score (Phase 2 + Interview) obtained by the last recommended candidate for each category. The total marks for this combined stage are 375 (Phase 2: 300 + Interview: 75). The official final cut off for RBI Grade B 2025-26 is:
| Category | Final Cut Off (out of 375) |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 230.75 |
| EWS | 199.75 |
| OBC | 218 |
| SC | 216 |
| ST | 210.5 |
| PwBD-B | 153.75 |
| PwBD-C | 235.5 |
| PwBD-D | 174 |
Note: In case two candidates score the same marks, the candidate senior by Date of Birth (older candidate) will be ranked higher in the merit order
RBI Grade B Expected Cut Off 2026
Based on the cut off trends observed over the past several years, candidates preparing for the upcoming RBI Grade B 2026 exam can use the following expected ranges as a realistic preparation benchmark. These are analytical estimates based on official historical data; the actual cut off will be released by RBI after the exam.
Expected Phase 1 Cut Off 2026
| Category | Expected Cut Off (out of 200) |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 75 - 82 |
| EWS | 63 - 68 |
| OBC | 67 - 72 |
| SC | 62 - 67 |
| ST | 62 - 66 |
| PwBD | 18 - 25 |
Expected Phase 2 Cut Off 2026
| Category | Expected Cut Off (out of 300) |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 168 - 176 |
| EWS | 160 - 167 |
| OBC | 162 - 168 |
| SC | 154 - 162 |
| ST | 152 - 158 |
Expected Final Cut Off 2026
| Category | Expected Cut Off (out of 375) |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 226 - 235 |
| EWS | 196 - 205 |
| OBC | 214 - 222 |
| SC | 212 - 219 |
| ST | 207 - 214 |
RBI Grade B Previous Year Cut Off - Year-Wise Summary
Studying the RBI Grade B cut off trends across multiple years helps candidates identify how difficulty levels and competition have evolved. The tables below provide the official cut off data from 2017 to 2024 for the General post (DR).
RBI Grade B Phase 1 (Prelims) Cut Off - Year-Wise
| Year | General | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 67.25 | 67.25 | 65 | 58 | 54 | 53.25 |
| 2023 | 54.25 | 54.25 | 54.25 | 52.75 | 44.75 | 40.25 |
| 2022 | 63.75 | 63.75 | 60.25 | 55.25 | 50.75 | 49.75 |
| 2021 | 66.75 | 66.75 | 63.75 | 53.50 | 52.75 | 52.75 |
| 2019-20 | 122 | 122 | 115.50 | 108 | 108 | 108 |
| 2018-19 | 105.75 | - | 95.75 | 91.75 | 91.75 | 91.75 |
| 2017-18 | 78 | - | 68 | 64 | 64 | 64 |
Note: From 2021 onwards, the Phase 1 exam was restructured from 200 marks to a new format; maximum marks vary by year.
RBI Grade B Phase 2 (Mains) Cut Off - Year-Wise (General Post, out of 300)
| Year | General | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 173.50 | 173.50 | 169 | 165 | 161 | 152.50 |
| 2023 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 156.50 | 148.50 | 148 |
| 2022 | 171.25 | 171.25 | 167 | 150.50 | 150.25 | 148 |
| 2021 | 187.75 | 187.75 | 187.75 | 167.50 | 166.75 | 166.75 |
| 2019-20 | 193.25 | 193.25 | 188 | 172.25 | 172.25 | 172.25 |
| 2018-19 | 201.25 | - | 186.25 | 180.25 | 180.25 | 180.25 |
| 2017-18 | 196.75 | - | 181.75 | 175.75 | 175.75 | - |
RBI Grade B Final Cut Off (Phase 2 + Interview) - Year-Wise (General Post, out of 375)
| Year | General | EWS | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 226.75 | 206 | 218 | 212.25 | 214.50 |
| 2023 | 229 | 194 | 221.75 | 213.75 | 203.25 |
| 2022 | 234 | 187.50 | 223 | 202.50 | 179 |
| 2021 | 252.25 | 218.25 | 241.25 | 212.25 | 205.25 |
| 2019-20 | 238.25 | 197 | 215.50 | 206.50 | 194 |
Note: 2018-19 and 2017-18 mains were conducted with a total of 350 marks (no separate Interview component); cut offs are not directly comparable with post-2021 figures.
Factors That Affect the RBI Grade B Cut Off
The RBI Grade B cut off is not fixed - it varies each year depending on several factors. Aspirants should consider these when estimating their target scores and gauging their preparation level.
- Exam Difficulty Level: A tougher paper generally leads to a lower cut off; an easier paper typically raises the bar.
- Total Number of Applicants: Higher competition increases the cut off as more candidates compete for the same vacancies.
- Number of Vacancies: Fewer posts mean higher competition and a higher cut off for all categories.
- Overall Candidate Performance: If most candidates perform well, the minimum qualifying marks tend to rise.
- Reservation Policies: SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD categories have separate, lower cut offs compared to the General/UR category.
- Score Normalisation: For multi-shift exams, scores are normalised to account for difficulty variation, which can affect individual cut offs.
- Previous Year Trends: RBI uses past cut off benchmarks as a reference point while calibrating the difficulty and minimum qualifying standards.
How to Check the RBI Grade B Cut Off 2026 (Official)
When the official cut off is released by RBI after the exam, candidates can follow these steps to access it:
- Visit the official RBI website: rbi.org.in
- Click on the "Opportunities@RBI" section.
- Navigate to "Current Vacancies" or "Results and Cut Off".
- Look for the RBI Grade B 2026 Cut Off PDF link.
- Click to open and download the PDF.
- Check your category-wise minimum qualifying marks for Phase 1, Phase 2, and the Final stage.
