RBI Assistant Age Limit 2026 — Check Your Eligibility by Category
The RBI Assistant (2026) sets the age limit at 20–28 years for General category candidates, calculated as on 1 January 2026. Reserved categories receive relaxation: OBC candidates get 31 years, SC/ST candidates 33 years, and PwD candidates 38 years upper limit.
Category-Wise Age Limits
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 20 years | 28 years | - |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 20 years | 31 years | +3 yrs |
| SC / ST | 20 years | 33 years | +5 yrs |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 20 years | 38 years | +10 yrs |
Eligible Date of Birth (DOB) Range for RBI Assistant 2026
To qualify for the 2026 cycle, your birth date must fall within the dates specified below for your category (calculated as of the age count date: 1 January 2026).
General / EWS (Unreserved) 20-28 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1998 to 1 January 2006
(Both dates inclusive)
OBC Category (3 Year Relaxation) 20-31 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1995 to 1 January 2006
(Both dates inclusive)
SC / ST Category (5 Year Relaxation) 20-33 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1993 to 1 January 2006
(Both dates inclusive)
PwD Category (10 Year Relaxation) 20-38 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1988 to 1 January 2006
(Both dates inclusive)
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Check Your Eligibility →Detailed Age Limit Information
📋 Age Criteria
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age (General): 28 years
- Age Calculation Date: 1 January 2026
- Conducting Body: Reserve Bank of India
🎯 Attempts Limit
- General: No limit
- OBC: No limit
- SC/ST: Unlimited
Age Relaxation Rules
Standard Relaxations
- OBC (NCL): 3 years relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
- PwD: 10 years relaxation
Important Notes
- • Relaxations are applied on the upper age limit only
- • Minimum age remains same for all categories
- • Cumulative relaxations apply for eligible candidates
- • Always verify with official notification
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the age limit for RBI Assistant 2026?
A: The RBI Assistant 2026 age limit is 20-28 years for General category candidates for Assistant posts in Reserve Bank of India.
Q: What is the RBI Assistant age limit for OBC candidates?
A: OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 31 years for RBI Assistant 2026.
Q: What is the RBI Assistant age limit for SC/ST candidates?
A: SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 33 years for RBI Assistant 2026.
Q: How many attempts are allowed in RBI Assistant?
A: There is no attempt limit for RBI Assistant examination.
Q: On which date is age calculated for RBI Assistant?
A: Age is calculated as on 1st January of the examination year (01-01-2026 for RBI Assistant 2026).
Q: Can I apply for RBI Assistant if I am 28 years old?
A: Yes, if you are exactly 28 years old as on 1st January 2026, you are eligible for RBI Assistant under General category.
Q: What is the age relaxation for PwD in RBI Assistant?
A: PwD candidates get 10 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 38 years for RBI Assistant 2026.
Q: What is the minimum age for RBI Assistant?
A: The minimum age for RBI Assistant is 20 years as on 1st January 2026.
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Try the Age Calculator →Age limits are based on the 2026 official notification released by Reserve Bank of India. Last verified: 2026-02-04. Always check the official notification at Reserve Bank of India website