Do you seriously want to target RBI Grade B 2024? Still, confused about where you start the exam preparation. Check out our blog to get a clear picture of how to begin preparing for Phase 1 and Phase 2 for the RBI Grade B exam. 

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RBI Grade B Selection Process

RBI Grade B selection process is of three stages Phase 1, Phase 2 and interview. In the two phases online exam is conducted to check the basic knowledge of candidates in finance, economics, and English sections accordingly. Candidates who successfully qualify in Phases 1 and 2 go for the Interview round. A final merit list is prepared for RBI Grade B officers. 

Phase 1 Exam Pattern

Phase 1 exam is an objective-based online exam. Candidates knowledge is tested in sections English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and General Awareness. 

Sections	Questions	Marks	Time
English Language	30	30	25 mins
Numerical Ability	30	30	25 mins
Reasoning Ability	60	60	45 mins
General Awareness	80	80	25 mins
Total	200 Questions	200 Marks	120 Mins

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Phase 2 Exam Pattern

RBI Phase 2 exam is objective and descriptive and conducted online. Questions are asked from ESI, FM and English to test the basic knowledge of candidates. Start your exam preparation keeping in mind to cover Phase 1 and 2 topics simultaneously. 

Sections	Questions	Marks	Time Duration
Paper I: Economic and Social Issues: 50% Objective+50% Descriptive	30 Objective Questions6 Descriptive (4 Needs to be Answered)	100	120 Mins
Paper II: English Writing Skills	3	100	90 Mins
Paper III: Finance & Management50% Objective+50% Descriptive	30 Objective Questions6 Descriptive (4 Needs to be Answered)	100	120 Mins

Know the RBI Exam Syllabus

Once you make your mindset to kickstart RBI Grade preparations. Keep yourself well acquainted with the exam syllabus and patterns for Phases 1 and 2. The time span is less between Phase 1 and 2. Therefore, start preparing for Phase 1 and Phase 2 together. Get ample time to revise concepts and practice questions. 

RBI Grade B Phase 1 Syllabus

Check out the syllabus and topics to study for the RBI Grade B Phase 1 exam.

English

• Grammar
• Vocabulary
• Error Spotting
• Comprehension
• Passage Making
• Jumble Words
• Fill in the Blanks
• Sentence Framing

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Quantitative Aptitude

• Ratio and Proportion
• Average
• Time & Work
• Time & Distance
• Mixture & Allegation
• Approximation & Simplification
• Partnership
• Pipes & Cisterns
• Percentage
• Permutation & Combination
• Algebra
• Trigonometry
• Data Interpretation
• Mensuration
• Set Theory
• Probability

Reasoning

• Inequality
• Coding-Decoding
• Syllogism
• Machine Input Output
• Data Sufficiency
• Arguments
• Alpha-Numeric Symbol Series
• Puzzle
• Seating Arrangement
• Verbal Reasoning
• Ordering and Ranking
• Arrangement and Pattern
• Blood Relations
• Direction and Distance

General Awareness

• Current Affairs
• Indian Financial System
• Indian Banking System
• Monetary Plans
• National Institution
• Banking Terms

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RBI Grade 2 Phase 2 Exam Syllabus

Phase 2 is objective and descriptive in sections English, Finance & Management, and Economic & Social Issues. Here are the topics to be covered in these three sections for Phase 2 exam preparation.

Economic & Social Issues

• Growth and Development
• Economic Reforms in India
• Globalization
• Social Structure in India

Finance & Management

• Financial System
• Financial Markets
• Risk Management
• Basics of Derivatives
• Development in the Financial Sector
• Union Budget
• Inflation
• Role of Manager
• Human Resource Development
• Motivation, Morale, and Incentives
• Communication
• Corporate Governance

English

• Precis Writing
• Reading Comprehension
• Essay Writing

Choose Relevant Study Resources

Look for relevant study materials (online/offline) to prepare for RBI Grade B exam preparation. 

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List of PM’s Online Resources Provided for RBI Exam Preparation

• RBI Grade B Free Mock Test
• RBI Grade B Phase 1 & Phase 2 Mock tests
• Sampoorna
• PIB
• Study Notes
• RBI Grade B 2024 Foundation Course
• RBI Grade B Video Course 2024
• RBI Grade B Phase 2 Descriptive Tests
• RBI Grade Chapter-Wise Study Notes & Tests

Make Notes for Revision

Look for reliable resources to kickstart your preparations in a positive and enthusiastic way for the RBI Grade B exam. You have almost a year to grasp the important concepts and prepare relevant notes for last-minute revisions. 

Focus on Practice Regularly

Make a mindset to stay productive in your study time of 6 to 8 hours. Moreover, you can use your time to solve questions. Cover the General Awareness of current topics for almost 6 months. Meanwhile, develop a reading habit to cover prominent newspapers Economic Times, The Hindu, and Business Standard. 

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Final Takeaway

Keep your spirits high with a positive mindset to cover all essential topics for RBI Grade B 2024 preparations. Follow our dedicated strategy to encourage yourself to start early preparations. So that, you get time to clarify your concepts and practice questions accordingly.