RBI Young Professional Recruitment 2026 application process has started and the last date to apply is July 6, 2026. Applications must be submitted via email at [email protected]. Check the complete details regarding the engagement from the article.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released an official advertisement (Advt. No. RBI/TMD1/YP/06/2026-27/01 dated June 15, 2026) inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for engagement as Young Professionals (YP) across 12 specialised positions in various Central Office Departments (CODs) located at Mumbai. This engagement aims at providing young professionals with hands-on experience in the functioning of the Bank and an opportunity to be associated with short to medium term policy related assignments.
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RBI Young Professional Recruitment 2026 — Highlights
Candidates who are Indian citizens between 21 and 30 years of age as on July 6, 2026, and hold postgraduate or equivalent qualifications in relevant disciplines are eligible to apply. The engagement is on a contractual basis with an initial tenure of three years, extendable up to a maximum of five years. The monthly stipend offered is Rs. 1,50,000/- subject to applicable tax deductions. The place of engagement is Mumbai and candidates may expect to join tentatively between August and October 2026
Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Reserve Bank of India (RBI) |
| Advertisement No. | RBI/TMD1/YP/06/2026-27/01 |
| Post Name | Young Professional (YP) |
| Total Positions | 12 |
| Place of Engagement | Central Office Departments, Mumbai |
| Mode of Application | Online (Email only) |
| Application Email | [email protected] |
| Last Date to Apply | July 6, 2026 |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 years (as on July 6, 2026) |
| Nature of Engagement | Contractual (Full-time) |
| Tenure | Initial 3 years, extendable up to 5 years |
| Monthly Stipend | Rs. 1,50,000/- (subject to tax deductions) |
| Tentative Joining | August – October 2026 |
Important Dates
Candidates must ensure their application along with all required documents in PDF format (not exceeding 5 MB in total) reaches the Bank’s email before the closing date. The Bank accepts no responsibility for non-delivery of emails for any reason whatsoever.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | June 15, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | July 6, 2026 |
| Tentative Joining Date | August – October 2026 |
RBI Young Professional Vacancy 2026
A total of 12 positions are available across various Central Office Departments. Each position carries 1 vacancy. The post-wise details are as follows:
| Post Code | Job Area | Department | Positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| YP0626DOS01 | Cyber Security and Information Technology Risk | Department of Supervision | 1 |
| YP0626DOS02 | Policy Analytics (DoS) | Department of Supervision | 1 |
| YP0626DOR01 | Climate Change Risk and Sustainable Finance | Department of Regulation | 1 |
| YP0626DOR02 | Credit Risk Analytics & Regulatory Policy | Department of Regulation | 1 |
| YP0626DPS01 | Payment Ecosystem | Department of Payment and Settlement Systems | 1 |
| YP0626DPS02 | Policy and Research in Domestic & Cross-Border Payment Systems | Department of Payment and Settlement Systems | 1 |
| YP0626DEP01 | Policy and Research (DEPR) | Department of Economic and Policy Research | 1 |
| YP0626FIN01 | Artificial Intelligence | FinTech Department | 1 |
| YP0626FIN02 | Quantum Technology | FinTech Department | 1 |
| YP0626FMO01 | Data Analysis | Financial Markets Operations Department | 1 |
| YP0626FMR01 | Financial Markets | Financial Markets Regulation Department | 1 |
| YP0626CEP01 | Data Analytics and Policy Research | Consumer Education and Protection Department | 1 |
Who is Eligible for RBI Young Professional Recruitment 2026?
Check details below
General Eligibility Criteria (Applicable to All Posts)
- Candidate must be an Indian citizen above 21 years and not more than 30 years of age as on July 6, 2026.
- All educational qualifications must have been obtained from a recognised institution in India or abroad.
- Candidates must agree to the Terms and Conditions of Engagement as detailed in Annexure-IV of the notification.
- Candidates must apply via email as per the prescribed proforma (Annexure-VI).
Post-wise Educational Qualification and Job Profile:
YP0626DOS01 — Cyber Security and Information Technology Risk
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | Postgraduate degree or equivalent in Cyber Security / Information Security / Computer Science / IT / Data Science / AI or related discipline |
| Desirable | Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, AWS/Azure Security; published research papers in IT/Cybersecurity/Public Policy journals |
| Desirable Experience | Cyber security, technology risk management, fintech, digital regulation, cloud security, cyber resilience; experience with financial institutions, CERTs, regulators or think tanks |
| Job Profile | Policy research on cyber security and digital resilience; drafting framework documents; analyzing cyber incidents and threat intelligence trends; supporting AI/ML, cloud security, and data governance projects |
| Job Location | Department of Supervision, Central Office, Mumbai |
YP0626DOS02 — Policy Analytics (DoS)
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science/IT or Master’s degree in Statistics/Data Science |
| Desirable | Certifications in Data Analytics, Data Science, Business Intelligence, AI, Public Policy Analytics; proficiency in Excel, Power BI, Python, statistical modelling, MIS Automation, Data Management |
| Desirable Experience | Extracting and analysing large datasets; dashboard-based monitoring; regulatory data analysis; familiarity with RTI Act, DPDP Act, Banking Regulation Act |
| Job Profile | Support policy analytics through data extraction and interpretation; develop Power BI dashboards; automate MIS reports; prepare analytical notes and executive summaries for senior management |
| Job Location | Department of Supervision, Central Office, Mumbai |
YP0626DOR01 — Climate Change Risk and Sustainable Finance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | Master’s degree or PG qualification in Climate Change Studies / Environmental Science / Environmental Management / Climate Finance / Sustainability Studies / Economics / Finance / Statistics / Data Science / Public Policy / Disaster Management or related quantitative disciplines |
| Desirable | Knowledge of ESG frameworks, sustainable finance, physical and transition risk; proficiency in Python, R, SQL, Excel; FRM/SCR/ESG certifications |
| Desirable Experience | Climate risk assessment; ESG reporting; climate stress testing; work in banks, NBFCs, consulting firms, regulators or research institutions |
| Job Profile | Climate risk research and analysis; policy support and regulatory framework development; climate stress testing; ESG and sustainable finance work; preparation of reports and policy notes |
| Job Location | Department of Regulation, Central Office, Mumbai |
YP0626DOR02 — Credit Risk Analytics & Regulatory Policy
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | Master’s degree in Economics / Econometrics / Statistics / Finance / Mathematics / Data Science / Financial Engineering or related quantitative disciplines |
| Desirable | PhD in Finance, Economics or Statistics; published work in credit risk, financial stability or regulatory economics |
| Desirable Experience | Risk modelling in financial institutions or credit rating agencies; familiarity with ECL/IFRS-9 modelling; knowledge of BCBS, FSB standards; experience with Python and large datasets |
| Job Profile | Supporting framing and review of credit risk regulations; analytical support for regulatory policy; analysing evolving international regulatory landscape; impact assessment of regulatory policies |
| Job Location | Department of Regulation, Central Office, Mumbai |
YP0626DPS01 — Payment Ecosystem
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | PG degree in Economics/Statistics/Finance/Commerce/Public Policy/Data Science; OR B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech; OR Chartered Accountant (CA) |
| Desirable Experience | Work experience in payment systems, cross-border payments, public policy or financial markets |
| Job Profile | Research and market intelligence on global payment architectures and fintech innovations; policy analytics and formulation support; data management and statistical analysis of payment flows; specialized studies and project support |
| Job Location | Department of Payment and Settlement Systems, Central Office, Mumbai |
YP0626DPS02 — Policy and Research in Domestic & Cross-Border Payment Systems
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | PG degree in Economics/Statistics/Finance/Commerce/Public Policy/Data Science; OR B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech; OR Chartered Accountant (CA) |
| Desirable Experience | Work experience in public policy, payment systems |
| Job Profile | Preparing notes and briefs for Top Management on payment system policies; tracking developments in domestic and international payment ecosystems; gathering market intelligence from international standard-setting bodies such as CPMI, FATF, BIS; contributing to research and strategic projects |
| Job Location | Department of Payment and Settlement Systems, Central Office, Mumbai |
YP0626DEP01 — Policy and Research (DEPR)
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | Master’s degree or PhD in Economics with at least one course paper in Mathematics, Statistics or Econometrics during the Masters programme |
| Desirable | Authored at least one paper in a reputed journal (Rank B or above) |
| Desirable Experience | Economic research; experience with STATA, EViews, Python or R |
| Job Profile | Reviewing research papers and policy-related material; preparing summaries, briefs and background notes for Top Management; supporting Top Management in meetings, presentations and official communication |
| Job Location | Department of Economic and Policy Research, Central Office, Mumbai |
YP0626FIN01 — Artificial Intelligence
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | Postgraduate/technical/professional degree in Artificial Intelligence / Computer Science / Public Policy / Data Science or related disciplines |
| Desirable | Knowledge of AI governance, machine learning concepts, data ethics and emerging technology policy frameworks |
| Desirable Experience | AI research, technology policy, data analysis; exposure to AI governance, ethical AI frameworks or regulatory research |
| Job Profile | Analysing emerging AI technologies; developing policy recommendations on ethics, governance and data privacy; supporting regulatory research and strategy formulation for AI-driven innovation ecosystems |
| Job Location | FinTech Department, Central Office, Mumbai |
YP0626FIN02 — Quantum Technology
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | Postgraduate/technical/professional degree in Quantum Computing / Physics / Electronics / Computer Science / Technology Policy |
| Desirable | Understanding of quantum technologies, cybersecurity implications and innovation policy research |
| Desirable Experience | Quantum technology research; emerging technology analysis; quantum computing applications or cybersecurity research |
| Job Profile | Conducting research on quantum computing, communication and cybersecurity trends; assisting in developing strategic frameworks for quantum ecosystem development, standards and international collaboration |
| Job Location | FinTech Department, Central Office, Mumbai |
YP0626FMO01 — Data Analysis
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | Post Graduation in Statistics/Economics with Econometrics as a subject |
| Desirable | CFA, FRM; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel |
| Desirable Experience | Econometrics; published research papers; experience as a dealer in a bank or in money markets |
| Job Profile | Performing data analysis to support policy research; tracking domestic and global markets regarding currency and yield movements along with money market rates on a daily basis |
| Job Location | Financial Markets Operations Department, Central Office, Mumbai |
YP0626FMR01 — Financial Markets
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | Postgraduate degree in Economics / Operations Research / Finance / Statistics / Mathematics |
| Desirable Experience | Experience in any areas related to financial markets |
| Job Profile | Studying and analysing data in the financial markets using cutting-edge analytical tools in a seamless manner |
| Job Location | Financial Markets Regulation Department, Central Office, Mumbai |
YP0626CEP01 — Data Analytics and Policy Research
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech or Postgraduate degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science/Economics/Data Analytics with knowledge of basic statistical tools and Power BI |
| Desirable | Knowledge of Python, R or SQL for automation, machine learning and handling large datasets |
| Desirable Experience | Experience in related fields or projects related to the job profile |
| Job Profile | Data mining and analytics using advanced statistics tools and AI/ML methods; systematic classification and analysis of complaints; process automation of report generation; providing interactive real-time dashboards; providing quality policy inputs to Top Management |
| Job Location | Consumer Education and Protection Department, Central Office, Mumbai |
RBI Young Professional Selection Process 2026
The selection for Young Professional posts will be through the following stages:
- Preliminary screening and shortlisting by a screening committee based on application documents.
- Document verification of shortlisted candidates.
- Personal Interview — shortlisted candidates will be issued an Interview Call Letter through email only. No call letter will be sent by post or any other mode.
Shortlisted candidates appearing for interview must make their own arrangements for travel and accommodation. The decision of the Bank regarding screening, shortlisting, interview and all other aspects of engagement shall be final. The Bank also maintains a reserve list valid for one year from the date of publication of the selection list.
RBI Young Professional Notification 2026 Out
The official RBI Young Professional Notification 2026 has been released by the Reserve Bank of India under Advertisement No. RBI/TMD1/YP/06/2026-27/01 dated June 15, 2026. The notification covers 12 Young Professional positions across domains including Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technology, Climate Finance, Payment Systems, Financial Markets, Data Analytics, and Policy Research. Candidates willing to apply must go through the detailed notification and all annexures carefully before submitting their application.
Check Official Notification PDF
How to Apply for RBI Young Professional Recruitment 2026?
- Download and fill the Application Proforma as per Annexure-VI of the official notification.
- Affix a recent colour photograph of size 3.5 × 4.5 cm on the application form.
- Prepare a PDF file containing the duly filled application form along with the following documents — Curriculum Vitae (CV), academic transcripts and degree certificates, Statement of Interest, a sample of academic or policy writing, and a reference/recommendation letter from a professional referee preferably from the candidate’s current or previous academic institution or employer.
- Ensure the total size of PDF attachments does not exceed 5 MB. Only PDF format is accepted; other file formats may be blocked by the Bank’s security filters.
- Send the email to [email protected] with the subject line in the exact format: “YP Application – Post Code – Name of the Candidate”.
- Candidates applying for multiple posts must send separate emails for each post.
- The body of the email must be concise (one or two lines) and unconditional, containing no additional statements.
- Candidates currently employed must furnish a certificate from their current employer confirming that they will be released to take up duties as Young Professional on a full-time contractual basis within a short period if selected.
The last date of receipt of applications is July 6, 2026. Applications received after this date or incomplete applications will not be considered. No printout or documents need to be sent by post or courier.
FAQs
How many vacancies are announced under RBI Young Professional Recruitment 2026?
A total of 12 Young Professional positions have been announced across specialised domains including Cyber Security, AI, Quantum Technology, Climate Finance, Payment Systems, Financial Markets, and Data Analytics under various Central Office Departments of the Reserve Bank of India.
What is the last date to apply for RBI Young Professional 2026?
The last date of receipt of applications is July 6, 2026. Applications must be sent via email to [email protected] in PDF format with a total attachment size not exceeding 5 MB.
What is the monthly stipend for RBI Young Professional 2026?
The selected Young Professionals will receive a fixed monthly stipend of Rs. 1,50,000/- subject to applicable tax deductions. No other allowances or benefits are payable.
What is the tenure of engagement for RBI Young Professional 2026?
The initial tenure of engagement is three years, extendable based on mutual agreement for a total period not exceeding five years. Performance review will be conducted annually to decide on continuation or extension.
Does the RBI Young Professional engagement lead to a permanent job in RBI?
No. The engagement is purely on a contractual basis and does not constitute a regular job or appointment of any nature in the Bank. The YP shall have no right or claim for appointment in the Bank by virtue of this engagement.
