• The RBI Grade B (DEPR) exam is conducted annually by the Reserve Bank of India to recruit specialists for the Department of Economic and Policy Research (DEPR).

    The selection process comprises of 3 phases:

    Phase I:

    • Paper I - Economics (120 minutes, 100 marks, Objective): Questions are based on economic theory, quantitative methods in Economics as well as current developments in Indian Economy.

    • Paper II - English (120 minutes, 100 marks, Descriptive): Questions are displayed on the computer and answers are to be written on paper.

    Phase II:

    • Paper I - Economics (120 minutes, 100 marks, Descriptive): Questions divided into a Microeconomic module (Consumer theory, Production theory, Market structures, Welfare Economics, Distribution theories) and a Macroeconomic module (National Income Accounting, Theories of Employment and Output, Inflation, Money and Banking, Theories of Growth and Development, International Trade and BOP, Public Finance). Questions are displayed on the computer and answers are to be written on paper.

    • Paper I - Economics (120 minutes, 100 marks, Descriptive): Questions are divided into a Quantitative Methods in Economics module (Mathematical Methods in Economics, Statistical Methods in Economics, Econometrics) and an Indian Economy module (Fiscal and Monetary Policy in India, Banking and Financial sector, Inflation, External sector development, Sectoral and other developments).

    Phase III:

    • Interview: Based on combined performance in Phase I and Phase II examinations.

    • Policy Influence: Directly work on monetary policy, macroeconomic research, and banking studies.

    • Prestigious Position: Serve in India's central bank, one of the most respected institutions in the country.

    • Excellent Exposure: Strong career growth with intellectually stimulating work.

    • Research & Analysis Focus: Ideal for those who love economic analysis and policy modelling.

  • At EcoNiti, we specialize in building a strong foundation for economics-centered competitive exams — and RBI DEPR is one of our focused offerings.

    What makes EcoNiti different:

    Concepts First, Always: We teach from first principles — no jargon, just deep understanding that sticks.

    Experienced & Expert Faculty: Led by a PhD and seasoned mentors who know what the UPSC asks — and how to deliver it.

    Structured & Exam-Focused: Smart, syllabus-mapped modules that save your time and keep you on track.

    Friendly Mentorship: Approachable teachers, real conversations, and full support throughout your journey.

    Application-Oriented Learning: We link theory with current affairs and policy — so you think like an economist and an aspirant.

    • Starts July 1, 2025

    • Duration: 8 months

    • Total Lectures: ~180 sessions (2 hours each)

    • Mode: Hybrid (live + recorded access)

    Key Features

    • Pre-planned Lesson Structure: Topic-wise schedule shared before every section. This ensures time bound completion

    • Highlighted References: Curated reading material for every topic

    • Sectional Tests: With thorough evaluation and feedback

    • Doubt Support: Continuous academic and mentorship support

    • Recorded Access: Missed a class? Catch up anytime with unlimited recorded access

    • Comprehensive Coverage of Indian Economic Developments

    • Mentorship for Interview Preparation after the written exam

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