Reserve Bank of India (RBI) invites applications for 12 Young Professional (YP) positions under Advertisement No. RBI/TMD1/YP/06/2026-27/01 (dated 15 June 2026). Posts are contractual (initial 3 years, extendable up to 5 years) based at RBI Central Office departments in Mumbai. Monthly fixed stipend is ₹1,50,000. Eligible Indian candidates aged 21–30 years as on 06-07-2026 must apply by email only, attaching Annexure-VI and supporting PDFs (total attachments ≤ 5 MB). Official notification and application proforma are available in the RBI PDF linked in the notification.
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Vacancy Details
- YP0626DOS01 – Cyber Security and Information Technology Risk: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Postgraduate degree or equivalent in Cyber Security / Information Security / Computer Science / IT / Data Science / AI or related field. - YP0626DOS02 – Policy Analytics (DoS): 1 vacancies
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science/IT, or Master’s degree in Statistics/Data Science. - YP0626DOR01 – Climate Change Risk and Sustainable Finance: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree or PG qualification in Climate Change Studies / Environmental Science / Environmental Management / Climate Finance / Sustainability / Economics / Financial Economics / Finance / Statistics / Econometrics / Data Science / Public Policy / Disaster Management / Natural Resource Management or related quantitative disciplines. - YP0626DOR02 – Credit Risk Analytics & Regulatory Policy: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree or equivalent in Economics / Econometrics / Statistics / Finance / Mathematics / Data Science / Financial Engineering or related quantitative disciplines. - YP0626DPS01 – Payment Ecosystem: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Any one: PG degree in Economics / Statistics / Finance / Commerce / Public Policy / Data Science; or B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech; or Chartered Accountant (CA). - YP0626DPS02 – Policy and Research in Domestic & Cross-Border Payment Systems: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Any one: PG degree in Economics / Statistics / Finance / Commerce / Public Policy / Data Science; or B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech; or Chartered Accountant (CA). - YP0626DEP01 – Policy and Research (DEPR): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s or PhD in Economics, with at least one course paper in Mathematics, Statistics, or Econometrics during the Master’s programme. - YP0626FIN01 – Artificial Intelligence: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Postgraduate/technical/professional degree in AI / Computer Science / Public Policy / Data Science or a related discipline. - YP0626FIN02 – Quantum Technology: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Postgraduate/technical/professional degree in Quantum Computing / Physics / Electronics / Computer Science / Technology Policy. - YP0626FMO01 – Data Analysis: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Post Graduation in Statistics / Economics with Econometrics as a subject. - YP0626FMR01 – Financial Markets: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Economics / Operations Research / Finance / Statistics / Mathematics. - YP0626CEP01 – Data Analytics and Policy Research: 1 vacancies
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech, or Postgraduate degree in Mathematics / Statistics / Computer Science / Economics / Data Analytics with knowledge of statistical tools and Power BI.
Qualification Requirements
Post-specific qualifications vary by post. Essential qualifications include postgraduate degrees (master’s or equivalent) in relevant disciplines (e.g., Economics, Finance, Data Science, Computer Science, Climate Studies, AI, Quantum Technology) or B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech for certain technical posts. Detailed post-wise essential qualifications and desirable certifications/skills are provided in Annexure-III of the official notification.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
Selection Process
- Preliminary Screening: A screening committee reviews all received applications against eligibility criteria and the quality of supporting documents. The Bank may limit the number of candidates called for interview.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must submit original documents for verification relating to age, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview; interview call letters will be sent via email only. Candidates must make their own travel and accommodation arrangements.
- Reserve List: RBI maintains a reserve list of suitable candidates valid for one year from the date of publication of the selection list.
- Pre-joining Checks: Selected candidates must provide a medical fitness certificate and a satisfactory police verification report before joining.
How to Apply
- Download Annexure-VI application proforma from the official notification PDF available on the RBI website.
- Fill the proforma and compile required documents (proforma with photo, CV, degree certificates, statement of interest, writing sample, reference letter) in PDF format.
- Ensure all attachments are PDF and total size does not exceed 5 MB; keep email body concise.
- Set email subject exactly as: “YP Application – [Post Code] – [Your Full Name]”.
- Email the complete application to the application email provided in the notification before 06-07-2026; send a separate email for each post you apply to.
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Important Dates
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the basic eligibility and qualification requirements for RBI YP 2026?
Candidates must be Indian citizens aged between 21 and 30 years as on 06-07-2026. Educational requirements are post-specific; posts require either postgraduate degrees (in relevant disciplines) or B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech as specified in the notification and Annexure-III.
How do I apply for an RBI Young Professional post?
The application process is email-based only. Download Annexure-VI from the official notification, complete the proforma, compile required documents in PDF (total ≤ 5 MB), set the subject as “YP Application – [Post Code] – [Your Full Name]” and email the complete application to the address given in the notification before the deadline.
What is the last date to submit the RBI YP 2026 application?
The last date to apply is 06-07-2026. Applications must be emailed and received before this deadline.
What is the selection process for RBI YP 2026?
Selection involves preliminary screening of applications, document verification of shortlisted candidates, and an interview. RBI also maintains a reserve list valid for one year; selected candidates must provide medical fitness and police verification before joining.
What is the stipend/pay scale for the Young Professional positions?
Selected Young Professionals will receive a fixed monthly stipend of ₹1,50,000, subject to tax deductions. No additional allowances, HRA, or other benefits are provided.
