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Syllabus
EXAM SYLLABUS
The SEBI Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) 2025-26 syllabus tests candidates on general aptitude (Phase 1 Paper 1), stream-specific professional knowledge (Phase 1 & 2 Paper 2), and descriptive English (Phase 2 Paper 1). Phase 1 Paper 2 and Phase 2 Paper 2 share the same syllabus for most streams (except IT, which includes coding in Phase 2). The syllabus is indicative; focus on current developments in securities markets, financial sector reforms, and SEBI regulations.
Phase 1 Paper 1 Syllabus (Common for All Streams)
This paper assesses aptitude across four sections:
General Awareness (including Financial Sector)
Current Affairs (National & International, last 6-12 months)
Financial Sector News: RBI policies, Banking Reforms, Monetary Policy
Capital Markets: Stock Exchanges, Mutual Funds, Derivatives
Government Schemes, Budget & Economic Survey highlights
Static GK: Awards, Sports, Books & Authors, Important Days
English Language
Reading Comprehension
Cloze Test
Error Spotting / Sentence Correction
Para Jumbles
Fill in the Blanks
Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases)
Phrase Replacement
Quantitative Aptitude
Data Interpretation (Tables, Pie Charts, Bar Graphs, Line Graphs, Caselets)
Number Series (Missing/Wrong)
Simplification / Approximation
Quadratic Equations
Arithmetic: Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Speed & Distance, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Average, Mixture & Allegation, Simple & Compound Interest
Data Sufficiency
Quantity Comparison
Test of Reasoning
Puzzles (Floor-based, Seating Arrangement, Box-based)
Syllogism
Inequality
Coding-Decoding
Blood Relations
Direction Sense
Order & Ranking
Alphanumeric/Symbol Series
Input-Output
Data Sufficiency
Logical Reasoning (Assumptions, Conclusions, Arguments)
Phase 2 Paper 1 Syllabus (Descriptive English – Common for All Streams)
Tests drafting and writing skills
Essay Writing (300-400 words; topics on economy, finance, social issues, technology in markets)
Precis Writing
Reading Comprehension (with questions on inference, summary)
Phase 2 Paper 2 Syllabus – Stream-wise
General Stream (Common for Phase 1 & 2 Paper 2)
Commerce & Accountancy
Accounting as a financial information system
Accounting Standards (Depreciation, Inventories, Revenue Recognition, Fixed Assets, Foreign Exchange, Investments)
Cash Flow & Fund Flow Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Ratio Analysis
Share Capital Transactions (Bonus, Rights, ESOP, Buy-Back)
Company Final Accounts Preparation
Management
Management Principles, Functions, Planning, Organizing
HR: Recruitment, Training, Performance Appraisal
Leadership, Motivation Theories, Communication, Corporate Governance
Finance
Financial Markets, Instruments
NPV, IRR, Capital Budgeting, Cost of Capital
Derivatives (Forwards, Futures, Options, Swaps)
Risk Management, Financial Inclusion
Costing
Cost Concepts, Marginal Costing, Budgetary Control
Standard Costing, Activity-Based Costing
Companies Act
Companies Act 2013 (Key provisions: Incorporation, Prospectus, Shares, Directors, Meetings, Winding Up)
Economics
Microeconomics: Demand-Supply, Elasticity, Production, Costs
Macroeconomics: National Income, Inflation, Monetary & Fiscal Policy
International Economics, Growth & Development
Recent Developments in Financial Sector
Legal Stream
Constitution of India (Key Parts & Schedules)
Contract Law (Indian Contract Act, Sale of Goods, Partnership, Specific Relief)
Criminal Law (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections)
Code of Civil Procedure
Law of Evidence, Torts, Arbitration
Property Law, Corporate Law (Companies Act, LLP, IBC)
Securities Laws (SEBI Act, SCRA, Depositories Act, Insider Trading, Takeovers)
Taxation Basics
Information Technology Stream
Phase 1 Paper 2: Database Concepts (ER Model, Relational Algebra, Normalization), SQL Queries, Programming (Java/C/C++: OOPS, Functions, Exception Handling), Data Analytics (Python/R), Algorithms (Sorting, Searching, Greedy/DP), Networking (OSI, TCP/IP, Protocols), Cyber Security, Data Warehousing, Shell Programming
Phase 2 Paper 2: Coding/Programming Test (C++/Java/Python) – Algorithms, Data Structures, Problem-Solving (may include debugging, output prediction, application-based coding)
Other Streams (Research, Official Language, Engineering)
Research: Economics/Econometrics, Statistics, Finance-related quantitative methods
Official Language: Hindi-English Translation, Official Language Policy, Terminology (Administrative/Banking/Capital Market)
Engineering (Civil/Electrical): Core engineering subjects (Structures, Materials, Electrical Machines, Power Systems, etc.)
Interview
No fixed syllabus
Focus: Securities Market Knowledge, SEBI Functions & Regulations, Current Financial Affairs, Stream-specific Expertise, Personal Background, Behavioral Questions
Format
EXAM PATTERN
The SEBI Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) 2025-26 selection process consists of three stages: Phase 1 (online screening examination - qualifying), Phase 2 (online examination - merit-deciding), and Phase 3 (Interview). Phase 1 is qualifying in nature (marks used only for shortlisting), while final merit is based on Phase 2 (weighted 85%) + Interview (weighted 15%). Negative marking of 1/4th applies to all objective papers. The pattern varies slightly by stream (General has the majority of vacancies).
Overall Selection Process
Phase 1: Online exam with two objective papers (200 marks total).
Phase 2: Online exam with two papers (Paper 1 descriptive for all; Paper 2 stream-specific).
Interview: Personal interview (focus on securities market, stream knowledge, current affairs).
Dates: Phase 1 on 10 January 2026; Phase 2 on 21 February 2026.
| Test Mode | Name of Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Separate Time/ Total Time |
| Objective Type Online Computer Based Test | Paper I - All Stream: Multiple choice questions on the subjects viz. General Awareness (including some questions related to Financial Sector of easy to moderate difficulty level), English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and Test of Reasoning. | 100 Q | 100 Marks & 30% Cutoff | 60 Minutes |
| Paper II - General Stream: Multiple choice questions on subjects Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Finance, Costing, Companies Act and Economics. | 100 Q | 100 Marks & 40% Cutoff | 40 Minutes | |
| Paper II - Legal, Information Technology, Engineering Stream (Civil & Electrical), Official Language stream: Multiple choice questions on Specialized subject related to stream. | 100 Q | 100 Marks & 40% Cutoff | 40 Minutes | |
| Paper II - Research Stream: Multiple choice questions on subjects Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, Finance and Commerce |
Phase 1 (Online Screening Examination) – Common Structure for All Streams
Mode: Online (Multiple Choice Questions)
Total Marks: 200 (Paper 1: 100 marks + Paper 2: 100 marks)
Duration: Paper 1: 60 minutes; Paper 2: 40 minutes
Negative Marking: 1/4th mark deducted for wrong answers
Cut-offs: Paper 1: 30%; Paper 2: 40%; Aggregate: 40%
Nature: Qualifying only; shortlisting for Phase 2
Paper 1 (Common for All Streams)
Subjects: General Awareness (including Financial Sector), English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Test of Reasoning.
Marks: 100
Duration: 60 minutes
Paper 2 (Stream-Specific)
General Stream: MCQs on Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Finance, Costing, Companies Act, Economics.
Legal, Research, Engineering (Civil/Electrical), Official Language, Information Technology Streams: MCQs on specialized subjects related to the stream.
Marks: 100
Duration: 40 minutes
Phase 2 (Online Examination) – Merit-Deciding
Mode: Online
Total Marks: 200 (Paper 1: 100 marks + Paper 2: 100 marks)
Cut-offs: Paper 1: 30%; Paper 2: 40%
Weightage in Final Merit: Paper 1: 1/3rd; Paper 2: 2/3rd
Paper 1 (Common for All Streams)
Subject: English (Descriptive Test) – to test drafting skills (typically Essay, Precis, Comprehension).
Marks: 100
Duration: 60 minutes
Type: Descriptive (typed answers)
Paper 2 (Stream-Specific Variations)
General Stream
Type: Multiple Choice Questions on Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Finance, Costing, Companies Act, Economics.
Marks: 100
Duration: 90 minutes
Legal Stream
Type: 70 MCQs (1 mark each) + Descriptive questions (typically 3 questions worth 30 marks) on specialized legal subjects.
Marks: 100
Duration: 120 minutes (combined for MCQs and descriptive)
Information Technology Stream
Type: MCQs on specialized IT subjects (may include logic flow, debugging, syntax, program outputs, data analysis, etc.; some sources indicate mix of objective and practical/programming elements).
Marks: 100
Duration: Up to 180 minutes (extended for coding/application-based questions)
Other Streams (Research, Official Language, Engineering)
Paper 2: MCQs (and descriptive where applicable) on stream-specific subjects.
Duration: Varies (40-120 minutes typically).
...Eligibility
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
The SEBI Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) 2025-26 recruitment requires candidates to meet specific criteria on age, educational qualification (stream-wise), nationality, and other conditions as of the cutoff dates mentioned in the official notification. There is no limit on the number of attempts as long as age and other eligibility are satisfied.
Age Limit
Maximum Age: Not exceeding 30 years as on September 30, 2025 (i.e., candidate must have been born on or after October 01, 1995).
Age Relaxation (as per Government norms):
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Up to 3 years
SC/ST: Up to 5 years
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): Up to 10 years (additional relaxations for reserved categories)
Other categories (e.g., Ex-servicemen): As applicable ccurate and complete details (including desirable experience for certain streams), refer to the official notification PDF on sebi.gov.in.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes(OBC), Non-Creamy layer (OBC-NCL) | 3 years |
| The person with disabilities(General) | 10 years |
| The person with disabilities (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| The person with disabilities (OBC) | 13 years |
| Ex-Service-men/ Disabled Ex-Service-men | 5 years |
| Domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir from 1st January 1981- 31st December 1982 | 5 years |
Nationality
Candidate must be an Indian citizen.
Stream-wise Educational Qualifications
Qualifications must be from a recognized University/Institute. Post-qualification experience (where mentioned) is desirable or mandatory as specified.
General Stream:
Master’s Degree / Post Graduate Diploma (minimum 2 years’ duration) in any discipline OR
Bachelor’s Degree in Law OR
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering OR
Chartered Accountant (CA) / Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) / Company Secretary (CS) / Cost Accountant.
Legal Stream:
Mandatory: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized University/Institute.
Desirable: Two years post-qualification experience as an Advocate (including in a Law firm).
Information Technology Stream:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (in any branch) OR
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with a Post Graduate qualification (minimum 2 years’ duration) in Computers / Information Technology / Computer Applications.
Research Stream:
Master’s Degree / Post Graduate Diploma (minimum 2 years’ duration) in Economics / Commerce / Business Administration / Econometrics / Quantitative Economics / Financial Economics / Mathematical Economics / Business Economics / Agricultural Economics / Industrial Economics / Business Analytics OR
Similar qualifications in Finance-related fields.
Official Language Stream:
Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory/elective subject at Bachelor’s level OR
Master’s Degree in Sanskrit / English / Economics / Commerce with Hindi as a subject at Bachelor’s level.
Engineering (Civil) Stream:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
Engineering (Electrical) Stream:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Other Conditions
Candidates applying for multiple streams must submit separate applications and meet eligibility for each.
Final year students (as of cutoff) may apply provisionally but must produce proof of completion before Phase II/Interview.
PwBD candidates are eligible for reservations and relaxations as per norms (specific categories allocated per stream).
Notes
Eligibility is strictly as per the detailed notification (including addendums for increased vacancies).
For the most accurate and complete details (including desirable experience for certain streams), refer to the official notification PDF on sebi.gov.in.
Schedule
IMPORTANT DATES
The number of vacancies SEBI Grade A (Assistant Manager) posts in various streams has been revised to 135. As per the sources, this year, 86588 candidates have submitted their applications for SEBI Grade A Recruitment, and now the prelims exam for the applied candidates is scheduled for 10th January 2026.
Events | Dates |
SEBI Grade A Notification Release | 30 October 2025 |
SEBI Grade A Online Application Begins | 30 October 2025 |
Last date to apply online for SEBI Grade A | 28 November 2025 |
Last date to print SEBI Grade A Application | 13 December 2025 |
SEBI Grade A Phase-I Admit Card | 03 January 2026 |
SEBI Grade A Phase-I Online Examination | 10 January 2026 |
SEBI Grade A Phase I Result 2022 | NA |
SEBI Grade A Phase-II Admit Card | NA |
SEBI Grade A Phase-II Online Examination | 21 February 2026 |
Paper 2 of Phase II of Information Technology Stream | NA |
SEBI Grade A Phase-II Result | To Be Announced |
SEBI Grade A Interview | To Be Announced |
Analysis
EXAM ANALYSIS
The most recent SEBI Officer Grade A exam cycle prior to 2025-26 was in 2024, with Phase 1 conducted on 27 July 2024 (multiple shifts) and Phase 2 on 31 August 2024. Overall, Phase 1 was Moderate in difficulty, focusing on speed and accuracy in aptitude sections with a shift toward current financial awareness. Phase 2 was also Moderate, emphasizing conceptual depth in stream-specific topics and writing skills in English. Below is a detailed analysis based on candidate feedback, expert reviews, and trends, providing insights into difficulty levels, good attempts, topic-wise weightage, and preparation tips to anticipate the upcoming 2025-26 Phase 1 (10 January 2026) and Phase 2 (21 February 2026).
Prelims Exam Analysis (2024 Cycle)
The Phase 1 exam was online with two objective papers (200 marks total, 100 minutes combined). Negative marking of 1/4th applied. Overall difficulty: Moderate (easier than 2022's Moderate to Difficult). Good attempts: 43-54 out of 100 for Paper 1; aim for 60+ in Paper 2 to clear cut-offs (fixed: Paper 1 30%, Paper 2 40%, Aggregate 40%).
Section-Wise Difficulty and Good Attempts
Reasoning Ability: Moderate to Difficult; Good attempts: 11-14
Quantitative Aptitude: Moderate to Difficult; Good attempts: 8-11
English Language: Moderate; Good attempts: 12-15
General Awareness: Moderate to Difficult; Good attempts: 12-14
Paper 2 (Professional Knowledge – General Stream): Moderate; Good attempts: 60-70
Paper 2 (Other Streams, e.g., Legal/IT/Research): Easy to Moderate; Good attempts: 65-75
Topic-Wise Weightage
Reasoning Ability (20 questions/20 marks): Puzzles (8-10, e.g., floor-based, seating arrangement), Seating Arrangement (2-8, linear/circular), Blood Relations (2-3), Alphanumeric/Symbol Series (2-3), Syllogism (1-2), Coding-Decoding (1-2), Direction Sense (1-2), Data Sufficiency (1-2), Analytical Reasoning (2).
Quantitative Aptitude (20 questions/20 marks): Data Interpretation (9-10, tabular/caselet/line graphs), Quadratic Equations (3-4), Number Series (2-4, wrong/missing), Arithmetic (4-10, e.g., profit & loss, CI/SI, ages, mixture), Simplification/Approximation (1-2), Mensuration (1-2), Number System (1-2).
English Language (20 questions/20 marks): Reading Comprehension (5-7, passages on space exploration, human presence beyond Earth), Error Detection/Spotting (2-4), Fill in the Blanks/Double Fillers (1-5), Sentence Rearrangement/Para Jumbles (3-5), Word Replacement/Synonyms/Antonyms (2-3), Idioms & Phrases (1-2), Prepositions (1-2), Spellings (1-2).
General Awareness (20 questions/20 marks): Current Affairs (15-16, last 3-8 months, e.g., finance/banking news), Government Schemes (4, SEBI-related priority), Finance Static (4), Reports & Indices (2, e.g., Tourism Index, Celebrity Brand Valuation), Awards/Sports/Places in News (2-4 each), Banking Awareness (e.g., NSC maximum limit, REITS, Stagflation, SID full form, FIFA World Cup).
Paper 2 (General Stream – 50 questions/100 marks, 2 marks each):
Management (9 questions): General Management (4), HRD (3), Communication/Leadership (1-2 each).
Finance (11 questions): Bonds (3), Primary/Secondary Markets (Equity/Debt, 2-4), Derivatives (1), Financial Institutions/Inclusion (1-2), SEBI Functions (1).
Commerce & Accountancy (6 questions): Fund/Cash Flow Statements (1-2), Ratio Analysis (1), AS for PPE/Foreign Exchange (1 each), Recording Transactions (1).
Costing (7 questions): Lean System & Innovation (3), Overview/Standard/Marginal/Activity-Based Costing (1 each).
Companies Act (10 questions): Share Capital & Debentures (3), Meetings of Board (2), NCLT/NCLAT (2), Audit/Auditors (1), Dividend (1), Directors (1).
Economics (7 questions): Inflation/Phillips Curve (2), National Income (2), Demand & Supply (2), IS-LM Model (1).
Key Insights for Upcoming Phase 1
Emphasis on current affairs (3-4 months prior) and SEBI-related schemes in GA; integrate finance news with static knowledge.
Quant and Reasoning were time-consuming (heavy DI/puzzles >50%); practice variations and speed (aim 80% accuracy).
English shifted to more RC (no cloze test); build vocabulary and comprehension for inference-based questions.
Paper 2 favored conceptual questions over numericals (fewer in Accountancy/Costing); focus on core theories (e.g., bonds, lean systems) and recent shifts (e.g., debt markets).
Cut-offs likely similar to 2022 (aggregate ~80/200); prioritize merit in Paper 2 for shortlisting. Mocks with composite timing essential—expect moderate difficulty in 2025-26 with more current financial reforms.
Mains Exam Analysis (2024 Cycle)
The Phase 2 exam was online with two papers (200 marks total). Paper 1 (Descriptive English, 100 marks/60 minutes) and Paper 2 (Stream-specific, 100 marks/varying duration). Negative marking of 1/4th for objective. Overall difficulty: Moderate. Good attempts: 60-70 out of 200 (Paper 1: 60-70; Paper 2: 65-75 for General).
Section-Wise Difficulty and Good Attempts
Paper 1 (Descriptive English): Easy to Moderate; Good attempts: 60-70
Paper 2 (General Stream): Moderate; Good attempts: 65-75
Paper 2 (Other Streams): Easy to Moderate; Good attempts: 70-80
Topic-Wise Weightage
Paper 1 (Descriptive English) (100 marks): Essay (1 out of 4, 30 marks, 250-270 words; topics: ESG Norms, Mental Health, Asset Reconstruction Companies, Online Classes, Banks in Financial Literacy), Precis Writing (1, 30 marks, 140-160 words; e.g., on Gaming Industry Evolution), Reading Comprehension (5 questions, 40 marks, 70-80 words each; e.g., on Social Influence, Health Forecasting for Farmers, Nutrition Analysis).
Paper 2 (General Stream – 100 questions/100 marks, 1 mark each):
Management (17 questions): General Management (9), Motivation (3), Communication/Leadership (2-3 each), HRD (1).
Finance (17 questions): Equity Markets (3), Direct/Indirect Tax/FRBM Act/Finance Commission/Time Value of Money/Derivatives/Debt/Forex Markets/Financial Inclusion/Risk Management/Budget (1-2 each), Current Affairs (4).
Commerce & Accountancy (17 questions): Ratio Analysis/Bonus Shares & Rights Issue (3 each), Theoretical Basis/Introduction to AS (2 each), AS for Foreign Exchange/Cash Flow/Share Capital/Introduction to Accountancy/Financial Statement Analysis (1 each).
Costing (15 questions): Marginal Costing (3), Overview/Material/Process/Overhead/Standard & Variance/Lean System (1-2 each).
Companies Act (19 questions): Share Capital & Debentures (4), NCLT/NCLAT/Audit & Auditors (3 each), Dividend/Directors/Meetings (1-2 each), Prospectus & Allotment (1).
Economics (15 questions): Inflation/Phillips Curve (4), Fiscal Policy/National Income (2 each), Monetary Policy/Market Structures/Consumption & Investment/Balance of Payments/International Institutions (1 each).
...Study Tips
STUDY TIPS
With Phase 1 scheduled for tomorrow (10 January 2026), focus entirely on quick revision, accuracy, and mental calmness rather than learning new topics. You have limited time—prioritize high-weightage areas like General Awareness (Financial Sector) and Paper 2 Professional Knowledge (especially for General Stream: Companies Act, Finance, Management). Key tips based on previous years' trends and toppers' strategies:
Last-Minute Prioritization
Dedicate 70% of remaining time to General Awareness (current affairs last 6 months, SEBI regulations, RBI policies) and Paper 2 subjects (Companies Act, Finance, Costing, Management).
Revise formulas, key sections of Companies Act 2013, and recent financial news/schemes.
General Awareness Focus
Quickly go through last 3-6 months' current affairs: SEBI circulars, Budget highlights, RBI monetary policy, capital market reforms.
Memorize static facts: Reports/Indices, Awards, Important financial terms.
Aptitude Sections (Paper 1)
Practice 20-30 questions each from DI (Quant), Puzzles (Reasoning), and RC (English) for speed.
Aim for 80-90% accuracy—avoid guesswork due to negative marking.
Paper 2 (Professional Knowledge)
Revise high-weightage topics: Companies Act (Share Capital, Directors, Meetings), Finance (Derivatives, Bonds, Risk Management), Costing (Marginal/Standard), Management theories.
Focus on conceptual understanding rather than deep numericals.
Mock & Revision Technique
Take 1-2 sectional mocks today (Paper 1 aptitude + GA) if time permits; analyze errors quickly.
Use bullet-point notes/flashcards for fast revision—multiple short sessions (45-60 mins) with breaks.
Exam Day Strategy
Sleep early tonight (7-8 hours). Reach centre 1 hour early.
In exam: First attempt easy sections (English/GA), then Reasoning/Quant, save tough puzzles/DI for last.
Target: Paper 1 – 70+ attempts with high accuracy; Paper 2 – 65+ safe attempts.
Stay calm—negative marking is strict; leave doubtful questions.
Mental Preparation
Avoid new resources. Stick to what you've prepared.
Positive mindset: You've reached here—focus on giving your best tomorrow.
Recommended Quick Resources
Current Affairs: Last 6 months compilations (SEBI/RBI focused).
Companies Act: Key chapters summary.
Finance: Basic derivatives, bonds, market instruments.
STUDY PLANS
Since Phase 1 is (10 January 2026), the plan is a super-intensive last-day schedule. Allocate time realistically—include breaks, dinner, and early sleep by 10-11 PM.
9 January 2026 – Evening to Night
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: General Awareness Revision
Current Affairs: SEBI news, RBI policies, Budget/Economic Survey highlights, Reports & Indices.
Quick scan static financial awareness.
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Dinner + Short Break (Relax, light walk)
8:30 PM – 10:00 PM: Paper 2 High-Weightage Revision (General Stream)
Companies Act (Share Capital, Debentures, Directors, Meetings, NCLT).
Finance (Bonds, Derivatives, Risk Management, Financial Inclusion).
Costing (Marginal, Standard, Lean System).
Management (Motivation, Leadership, HR).
10:00 PM – 10:30 PM: Quick Aptitude Brush-Up
10-15 questions each: DI (Quant), Puzzles (Reasoning), RC (English).
10:30 PM – 11:00 PM: Light Revision + Mental Prep
Go through key formulas, sections, and error log from previous mocks.
Visualize exam day positively.
After 11:00 PM: Sleep Early
No study—relax and rest well.
Exam Day Morning (10 January 2026)
Wake up early (6-7 AM), light revision of notes/flashcards (30-45 mins max).
Avoid heavy breakfast; stay hydrated.
Reach centre early; carry admit card, ID, and essentials.
Post Phase 1 Plan (If Qualified)
Phase 2 is on 21 February 2026 —detailed plan will follow results.
Start Descriptive English practice immediately after Phase 1 (essays on finance topics, precis).
Stay calm and confident—you’ve prepared well. Give your best tomorrow! Check sebi.gov.in for any last-minute instructions.
General info
OVERVIEW
The SEBI Officer Grade A Exam 2025-26 is a national-level recruitment drive conducted by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to select candidates for the post of Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) across various streams including General, Legal, Information Technology, Research, Official Language, and Engineering (Civil/Electrical). The exam is conducted based on requirements and not annually. In this cycle, thousands of candidates applied for the Phase-1 exam.
The selection process continues with the upcoming Phase-1 and Phase-2 exams, followed by interviews for shortlisted candidates. Stay updated via the official website sebi.gov.in for any last-minute changes.
Particulars | Details |
Organisation | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) |
Post Name | Assistant Manager (Grade-A) |
Vacancy | 135 |
Application Mode | Online |
Online Registration | 30 october to 28 November 2025 |
Exam Level | National |
Selection Process | Phase-I Online Examination |
Exam Date | Prelims - 10 January 2026 |
Probation Period | 2 years |
Official website |
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
The SEBI Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) 2025-26 recruitment requires candidates to meet specific criteria on age, educational qualification (stream-wise), nationality, and other conditions as of the cutoff dates mentioned in the official notification. There is no limit on the number of attempts as long as age and other eligibility are satisfied.
Age Limit
Maximum Age: Not exceeding 30 years as on September 30, 2025 (i.e., candidate must have been born on or after October 01, 1995).
Age Relaxation (as per Government norms):
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Up to 3 years
SC/ST: Up to 5 years
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): Up to 10 years (additional relaxations for reserved categories)
Other categories (e.g., Ex-servicemen): As applicable
Nationality
Candidate must be an Indian citizen.
Stream-wise Educational Qualifications
Qualifications must be from a recognized University/Institute. Post-qualification experience (where mentioned) is desirable or mandatory as specified.
General Stream:
Master’s Degree / Post Graduate Diploma (minimum 2 years’ duration) in any discipline OR
Bachelor’s Degree in Law OR
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering OR
Chartered Accountant (CA) / Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) / Company Secretary (CS) / Cost Accountant.
Legal Stream:
Mandatory: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized University/Institute.
Desirable: Two years post-qualification experience as an Advocate (including in a Law firm).
Information Technology Stream:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (in any branch) OR
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with a Post Graduate qualification (minimum 2 years’ duration) in Computers / Information Technology / Computer Applications.
Research Stream:
Master’s Degree / Post Graduate Diploma (minimum 2 years’ duration) in Economics / Commerce / Business Administration / Econometrics / Quantitative Economics / Financial Economics / Mathematical Economics / Business Economics / Agricultural Economics / Industrial Economics / Business Analytics OR
Similar qualifications in Finance-related fields.
Official Language Stream:
Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory/elective subject at Bachelor’s level OR
Master’s Degree in Sanskrit / English / Economics / Commerce with Hindi as a subject at Bachelor’s level.
Engineering (Civil) Stream:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
Engineering (Electrical) Stream:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Other Conditions
Candidates applying for multiple streams must submit separate applications and meet eligibility for each.
Final year students (as of cutoff) may apply provisionally but must produce p
...2026 exam
LATEST UPDATE 2026
As of January, 2026, the SEBI Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) Recruitment 2025-26 cycle for 135 vacancies across General, Legal, Information Technology, Research, Official Language, and Engineering streams is progressing, with Phase-1 (Prelims) exam scheduled for 10th January 2026 (admit cards released on 3rd January 2026) and call letters now available for download. The Phase-2 (Mains) exam is set for 21st February 2026. Candidates should log in promptly to the official portal at sebi.gov.in or the recruitment login to download their hall tickets and prepare thoroughly for this crucial stage leading to the interview round.
OVERVIEW
The SEBI Officer Grade A Exam 2025-26 is a national-level recruitment drive conducted by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to select candidates for the post of Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) across various streams including General, Legal, Information Technology, Research, Official Language, and Engineering (Civil/Electrical). The exam is conducted based on requirements and not annually. In this cycle, thousands of candidates applied for the Phase-1 exam.
The selection process continues with the upcoming Phase-1 and Phase-2 exams, followed by interviews for shortlisted candidates. Stay updated via the official website sebi.gov.in for any last-minute changes.
Particulars | Details |
Organisation | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) |
Post Name | Assistant Manager (Grade-A) |
Vacancy | 135 |
Application Mode | Online |
Online Registration | 30 october to 28 November 2025 |
Exam Level | National |
Selection Process | Phase-I Online Examination |
Exam Date | Prelims - 10 January 2026 |
Probation Period | 2 years |
Official website |
IMPORTANT DATES
The number of vacancies SEBI Grade A (Assistant Manager) posts in various streams has been revised to 135. As per the sources, this year, 86588 candidates have submitted their applications for SEBI Grade A Recruitment, and now the prelims exam for the applied candidates is scheduled for 10th January 2026.
Events | Dates |
SEBI Grade A Notification Release | 30 October 2025 |
SEBI Grade A Online Application Begins | 30 October 2025 |
Last date to apply online for SEBI Grade A | 28 November 2025 |
Last date to print SEBI Grade A Application | 13 December 2025 |
SEBI Grade A Phase-I Admit Card | 03 January 2026 |
SEBI Grade A Phase-I Online Examination | 10 January 2026 |
SEBI Grade A Phase I Result 2022 | NA |
SEBI Grade A Phase-II Admit Card | NA |
SEBI Grade A Phase-II Online Examination | 21 February 2026 |
Paper 2 of Phase II of Information Technology Stream | NA |
SEBI Grade A Phase-II Result | To Be Announced |
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