Since the notification is already out, I know there must be so many of you who have already started your RBI Grade B 2026 preparation, and you are right to do so. But if you’re still in that stage where you’re contemplating when or how to begin, let me tell you this: there’s no better place to start than with the RBI Grade B previous year question paper.
Why?
Because these PYQs will show you what the level of the RBI Grade B exams are, what types of questions RBI asks in these exams, what are some of the most scoring areas, how to manage time in the exam hall, and what are some of your weaknesses. And trust me, that clarity is exactly what you need when time feels short.
I know that many of you must be devastated after the Phase 1 result. Many of you think that 2026 is going to be your year, which means that the countdown has already begun. The challenge is that while you’re trying to wrap your head around preparation, you also have to keep track of registration deadlines, documents, and formalities. If you lose track of one, the other will automatically get affected.
Some get so focused on filling forms, gathering certificates, uploading photos, and cross-checking details that their preparation momentum breaks. Others go the opposite way, so engrossed in their study routine that they completely forget about the RBI Grade B registration, only to panic when the deadline is just a day away. Neither of these extremes helps. What you really need is a balance; a way to manage both your registration process and your study schedule without losing time or peace of mind.
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Why PYQs Should Be Your Starting Point
The first mistake most beginners make is to start with random sources. When you solve RBI Grade B previous year question papers, you immediately know:
- How much weightage is given to Quant, Reasoning, English, and GA.
- Which topics repeat frequently.
- How deep you need to study for Finance and Economics in Phase 2.
- The time pressure you’ll face during the exam.
Once you’ve gone through a couple of papers, you’ll know your strengths and weaknesses. Maybe you’re good in English but struggle in GA, or you find Reasoning time-consuming but do well in Quant.
Keeping Track of Registration
We don’t know when the notification for the 2026 cycle might come, and when the registration will begin, but there is one thing I want to point out, and that’s never wait till the last days to register. Because you don’t know what might happen in the last few days. You will complete the registration process today. I will give you some more reasons as well:
Here’s why:
- The official website often gets jammed in the last 2–3 days because thousands of candidates rush to apply.
- Sometimes documents like photos, signatures, or caste certificates need to be resized, scanned, or corrected. These small tasks eat up more time than you think.
- Any mistake in filling in details can get your form rejected, and you won’t even know until it’s too late.
So, the smart move is to finish registration as early as possible. Aim to get it done in the first week itself. That way, you remove one huge stress from your plate and can fully focus on studies.
How do you balance RBI Grade B prep and deadlines?
Okay, so how do you balance prep and deadlines? Let’s break it down into simple steps:
Step 1: Notification + PYQs
- Read the notification carefully. Understand eligibility, exam stages, and the marking scheme.
- Solve 1–2 previous year papers to identify your weak spots.
- Meanwhile, gather all documents needed for registration (photo, signature, certificates).
Step 2: Registration Done & Basics Started
- Complete your RBI Grade B registration within this time frame.
- Starting with the revisions of the basics of QRE could be your first target, as if you’ve prepared for some exam before, you might be familiar with the types of questions asked.
- Begin following one reliable source for GA.
Step 3: Structured Prep
- Dedicate mornings to core subjects (Quant/Reasoning), evenings to GA, and weekends to Finance/Economics. You will get time to prepare for the ESI and FM subjects after the Phase 1 as well, so you can choose to spend a little less time there.
- You need to attempt the mock tests, at least 1 every weekend, if that suits your plan.
Step 4: Reset & Revise
- Use this week to revise whatever you’ve studied so far.
- Attempt 2 full-length mocks under exam conditions.
Conclusion
The notification is out, and you have a limited window to act. Don’t wait till the last moment for either RBI Grade B registration or RBI Grade B preparation. Begin with the BRI Grade B PYQs, secure your form submission early, and then stick to a study schedule that balances revision, practice, and mocks.
This approach not only saves time but also gives you peace of mind, because you’ll know you’ve got both your seat and your strategy secured.
