{"id":196066,"date":"2026-04-07T12:14:45","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T06:44:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/?p=196066"},"modified":"2026-04-07T17:00:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T11:30:13","slug":"sebi-grade-a-2026-complete-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/sebi-grade-a-2026-complete-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"SEBI Grade A 2026: Complete Guide – Vacancies, Exam Pattern, Salary & How to Start Preparing"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Thinking about SEBI Grade A 2026? Good. This is genuinely one of the best officer-level jobs you can get in India right now \u2014 great pay, meaningful work, and real career growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But it’s also competitive. Really competitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide covers everything \u2014 what the exam looks like, what you’ll earn, and most importantly, exactly how to prepare<\/strong>. Let’s go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Is SEBI Grade A?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) recruits Assistant Managers<\/strong> through this exam every year. These officers regulate India’s stock markets, protect investors, review IPO filings, oversee mutual funds, and a lot more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s not a desk job. You’ll actually be doing something that matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vacancies \u2014 What to Expect in 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The official 2026 notification hasn’t released yet. Here’s what past trends tell us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Year<\/strong><\/td>Vacancies<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
2024 cycle<\/td>97<\/td><\/tr>
2025 cycle<\/td>135<\/td><\/tr>
2026 cycle (estimated)<\/td>150+<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Why are we optimistic? SEBI announced plans to expand into new cities including Lucknow, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and more. <\/a>More offices = more officers needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Streams available:<\/strong> General \u00b7 Legal \u00b7 IT \u00b7 Research \u00b7 Engineering \u00b7 Official Language<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Salary \u2014 Here’s What You Actually Take Home<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is the part everyone wants to know. Let’s be straight about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Component<\/strong><\/td>Amount<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Starting Basic Pay<\/td>\u20b962,500\/month<\/td><\/tr>
In-hand (Mumbai, without accommodation)<\/td>~\u20b91,84,000\/month<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
In-hand (Mumbai, with accommodation)<\/td>~\u20b91,43,000\/month<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Annual CTC<\/td>~\u20b922 lakh<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The pay scale goes from \u20b962,500 all the way up to \u20b91,26,100 within 17 years through promotions. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perks on top of that:<\/strong> Leave Fare Concession, Medical Expenses, Education Allowance, Book Grant, Subsidized Lunch, House Cleaning Allowance, and a Scheme for Purchasing Computers \u2014 among others. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Honestly? For a government regulatory job, this salary is hard to beat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Exam Structure \u2014 3 Stages, Simple to Understand<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Selection happens in three stages: Phase I (online screening), Phase II (online mains), and Phase III (Interview). <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stage 1: Phase I \u2014 Screening Test<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Two papers. Both MCQ. 100 marks each.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paper<\/strong><\/td>What It Tests<\/strong><\/td>For Whom<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Paper 1<\/td>English, Reasoning, Quants, General\/Financial Awareness<\/td>Everyone<\/td><\/tr>
Paper 2<\/td>Stream-specific subject<\/td>Based on your stream<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Phase I is qualifying \u2014 marks don’t count in the final merit. But only about 1 in 5 candidates clears it, so don’t take it lightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cut-off to clear Phase I:<\/strong> Minimum 30% in Paper 1 + 40% in Paper 2 + 40% aggregate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stage 2: Phase II \u2014 The Real Deal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your final score is 85% Phase II + 15% Interview. <\/a>This is where selection actually happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paper<\/strong><\/td>Type<\/strong><\/td>What It Tests<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Paper 1<\/td>Descriptive<\/td>Essay, Pr\u00e9cis, Comprehension in English<\/td><\/tr>
Paper 2<\/td>MCQ<\/td>Advanced stream-specific subject<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cut-offs: 30% in Paper 1, 40% in Paper 2, 50% overall. Paper 2 carries 2\/3rd weightage. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stage 3: Interview<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The interview covers your educational background, work experience, general knowledge, and understanding of financial markets. <\/a>15% weightage. Be confident and know your stream subject well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eligibility \u2014 Quick Check<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Criteria<\/strong><\/td>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Age<\/td>Below 30 years (as per 2025 notification)<\/td><\/tr>
Qualification<\/td>Graduation\/Post-graduation depending on stream<\/td><\/tr>
Nationality<\/td>Indian<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Relaxation applies for SC\/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PwBD as per government rules. Always verify exact eligibility from the official notification at sebi.gov.in<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Prepare \u2014 Subject by Subject<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Okay, this is the main thing. Let’s actually get into it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udccc Phase I, Paper 1 \u2014 General Aptitude<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Four sections: English Language, Reasoning Ability, Numerical Ability, and Financial\/Current Awareness. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

English<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n