The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has officially released the Grade A (Assistant Manager) Recruitment Notification 2025. The SEBI Grade A notification announces 110 vacancies across multiple streams including General, Legal, Information Technology, Research, Official Language, Civil, and Electrical Engineering.
This is one of the most awaited government job opportunities in India’s financial sector, offering high career growth and an attractive salary package up to ₹1.84 lakh per month.
🗓️ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 30 October 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 30 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 28 November 2025 |
| Phase 1 Examination | 10 January 2026 |
| Phase 2 Examination | 21 February 2026 |
| Interview (Phase 3) | To be announced |
Candidates are advised to apply early at www.sebi.gov.in to avoid last-minute rush.
🧮 Vacancy Details (Stream-wise)
| Stream | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 56 |
| Legal | 20 |
| Information Technology (IT) | 22 |
| Research | 4 |
| Official Language | 3 |
| Engineering (Civil) | 3 |
| Engineering (Electrical) | 2 |
| Total | 110 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 30 years as on 31 October 2025 (i.e., candidate must have been born on or after 01 November 1995).
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 years (additional relaxation as per rules)
2. Educational Qualification (as on 31 October 2025)
| Stream | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| General | Master’s Degree in any discipline / Bachelor’s Degree in Law / Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Chartered Accountant (CA) / CFA / CS / ICWA |
| Legal | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB). Desirable: Two years’ experience as an advocate. |
| Information Technology (IT) | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (any branch) OR Bachelor’s in any discipline with a post-graduate qualification (minimum 2 years) in Computer Science / IT / Applications. |
| Research | Master’s Degree in Statistics / Economics / Commerce / Business Administration (Finance) / Econometrics. |
| Official Language | Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as one of the subjects at Bachelor’s level OR Master’s Degree in English with Hindi as one of the subjects. |
| Engineering (Civil) | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering. |
| Engineering (Electrical) | Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. |
💼 Salary and Benefits
- Pay Scale: ₹44,500 – ₹89,150 per month (basic).
- Including allowances and benefits, gross monthly salary is approximately ₹1.84 lakh in metro cities.
- Benefits include house rent allowance, medical reimbursement, education allowance, and LTC.
🧠 Selection Process
The SEBI Grade A 2025 selection will be conducted in three phases:
| Phase | Description | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Screening Test (Two papers: General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English, Awareness of Securities Market) | Online |
| Phase 2 | Main Exam (Descriptive + Objective papers relevant to stream) | Online |
| Phase 3 | Interview (based on Phase 2 marks) | In-person/Online |
Candidates must qualify each phase to progress to the next stage. Final selection will be based on Phase 2 and Interview scores.
💳 Application Fees
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1000 + GST |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹100 + GST |
Payment can be made through debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.
🖥️ How to Apply
- Visit the official website – www.sebi.gov.in.
- Go to “Careers” > “SEBI Grade A Recruitment 2025”.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the examination fee online.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation receipt for future reference.
📚 Exam Pattern (Phase-wise Overview)
| Phase | Paper | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Paper 1 (All Streams) | 100 | 60 min |
| Paper 2 (Stream-specific) | 100 | 40 min | |
| Phase 2 | Paper 1 (English Writing Skills) | 100 | 60 min |
| Paper 2 (Stream-specific) | 100 | 40 min | |
| Interview | — | — | — |
Note: There will be sectional cut-offs and negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
📈 Why Choose SEBI?
Working at SEBI means being part of India’s premier financial regulatory body. Employees gain:
- Exposure to financial markets, regulation, and policymaking
- High job stability and career growth
- Competitive perks and prestigious status within India’s financial ecosystem
🗂️ Key Highlights at a Glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) |
| Post Name | Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) |
| Total Vacancies | 110 |
| Salary | ₹1.84 L p.m. (approx.) |
| Application Dates | 30 Oct – 28 Nov 2025 |
| Exam Dates | Phase 1 – 10 Jan 2026 ; Phase 2 – 21 Feb 2026 |
| Official Website | www.sebi.gov.in |
✍️ Final Words
The SEBI Grade A 2025 recruitment offers one of the most prestigious roles in India’s financial and regulatory sector. Candidates with a strong academic background and interest in finance, law, or IT should not miss this opportunity. Early preparation, familiarity with previous years’ papers, and proper understanding of the securities market will be key to success.