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RBI Assistant Syllabus 2026

The RBI Assistant exam tests candidates' knowledge in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and General Awareness, along with Computer skills for the Main stage. Topics below follow the official RBI Assistant notification pattern — check the linked notification for the authoritative list.

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Preliminary Examination — English Language

Reading Comprehension
Cloze Test
Fill in the Blanks
Error Detection
Sentence Rearrangement
Synonyms/Antonyms
One-word Substitution

Preliminary Examination — Numerical Ability

Simplification/Approximation
Number Series
Quadratic Equations
Percentage
Profit & Loss
Simple & Compound Interest
Data Interpretation

Preliminary Examination — Reasoning Ability

Puzzles & Seating Arrangement
Coding-Decoding
Blood Relations
Direction Sense
Inequality
Syllogism
Input-Output

Preliminary Examination — General Awareness

Banking Awareness
Financial Awareness
Static GK (History, Geography, Polity)
Current Affairs (National & International)
Government Schemes
Awards & Honours

Main Examination — English Language

Reading Comprehension
Cloze Test
Fill in the Blanks
Error Detection
Sentence Rearrangement
Synonyms/Antonyms
One-word Substitution

Main Examination — Numerical Ability

Simplification/Approximation
Number Series
Quadratic Equations
Percentage
Profit & Loss
Simple & Compound Interest
Data Interpretation

Main Examination — Reasoning Ability

Puzzles & Seating Arrangement
Coding-Decoding
Blood Relations
Direction Sense
Inequality
Syllogism
Input-Output

Main Examination — General Awareness

Banking Awareness
Financial Awareness
Static GK (History, Geography, Polity)
Current Affairs (National & International)
Government Schemes
Awards & Honours

Main Examination — Computer Knowledge

Basics of Computers
MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Internet & Email
Computer Hardware
Networking
Cyber Security

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RBI Assistant Syllabus 2026 FAQ

Is the syllabus for Prelims and Mains the same?

The syllabus for the Main Examination is an expanded version of the Preliminary Examination. It includes all the topics from the Prelims plus additional topics like Computer Knowledge.

Is English language compulsory in the RBI Assistant exam?

Yes, English Language is a compulsory subject in both the Preliminary and Main examinations. The questions are designed to test comprehension and grammar skills.

Do I need to prepare for both Hindi and English sections?

The exam is conducted in both English and Hindi mediums. Candidates can choose the language they are comfortable with while filling out the application form.

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