The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), an apex development bank wholly owned by the Government of India, has announced its recruitment drive for the post of Development Assistant and Development Assistant (Hindi) for the year 2026. This is a premier opportunity for individuals looking to contribute to India’s rural and agricultural landscape while securing a stable and prestigious government-owned banking career.
As a Development Assistant, you will be part of an organization that serves as a cornerstone for rural prosperity. NABARD offers not just a job, but a mission to touch the lives of millions in rural India. The recruitment process is designed to select candidates who are academically sound and possess the local linguistic skills necessary to serve diverse regions effectively.
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NABARD Development Assistant : Overview Table
| Feature | Details |
| Organisation Name | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Post | Development Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi) |
| Vacancy | 162 Total (159 Development Assistant / 3 Development Assistant (Hindi)) |
| Age | 21 to 35 Years (as on 01 January 2026) |
| Application Fee | ₹550 (₹450 Fee + ₹100 Intimation) for General/OBC/EWS;
₹100 (Intimation charges only) for SC/ST/PWBD (Excl. GST) |
| Salary | Approx. ₹46,500/- per month (Gross Emoluments) |
| Selection Process | Phase-I (Preliminary – Qualifying), Phase-II (Main), Language Proficiency Test (Qualifying) |
| Official Website | www.nabard.org |
NABARD Development Assistant : Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
| Online Application & Fee Payment | 17 January 2026 to 03 February 2026 |
| Phase-I (Preliminary) Examination | 21 February 2026 |
| Phase-II (Main) Examination | 12 April 2026 |
NABARD Development Assistant : Vacancy
1. Development Assistant
| Regional Offices | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Assam | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Bihar | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Chhattisgarh | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Goa | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gujarat | 9 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Haryana | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Jharkhand | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Karnataka | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Kerala | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ladakh | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 10 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Maharashtra (Includes HO) | 48 | 20 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 8 |
| Manipur | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Meghalaya | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| New Delhi | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Odisha | 8 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Punjab | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Rajasthan | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Tamil Nadu | 9 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 11 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| West Bengal | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| TOTAL | 159 | 78 | 21 | 17 | 26 | 17 |
2. Development Assistant (Hindi)
| Regional Offices | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
| Andhra Pradesh | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Maharashtra (HO – Mumbai) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Tamil Nadu | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| TOTAL | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
NABARD Development Assistant : Eligibility (As on 01 January 2026)
Educational Qualification :
- Development Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. (Pass class for SC/ST/PWBD/EXS).
- Development Assistant (Hindi): Bachelor’s Degree in English/Hindi medium with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects OR Bachelor’s Degree with Hindi and English as main subjects with 50% marks.
- Common Requirement: Knowledge of word processing on a PC is essential.
- Translation Skill: For the Hindi post, candidates must be able to translate from English to Hindi and vice-versa.
Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in the official language of the State they are applying for. Those who have not studied the local language in 10th or 12th standard will have to undergo a Language Proficiency Test (LPT).
- Note: The LPT is conducted after the Main Examination for provisionally selected candidates. It is qualifying in nature, but mandatory for appointment.
NABARD Development Assistant : Age Relaxation
The upper age limit of 35 years is relaxed for the following categories:
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 Years (Up to 40 years) |
| OBC | 3 Years (Up to 38 years) |
| PWBD | 10 Years (Gen), 13 Years (OBC), 15 Years (SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service rendered + 3 years (Max 50 years) |
| Widows/Divorced Women (SC/ST) | 5 Years |
NABARD Development Assistant : Exam Pattern
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination (Online)
(Note: This phase is qualifying in nature; marks are not counted for the final merit list)
| NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Prelim Exam Pattern | |||
| Name of Test | No. of Questions | No. of Marks | Duration |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
Phase-II: Main Examination (Online)
(Note: Final selection is based solely on marks obtained in this phase)
| SNO. | Name of Test | No. of Questions | No. of Marks | Duration |
| 1. | Test of Reasoning | 30 | 30 | 30 minutes |
| 2. | Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 30 minutes |
| 3. | General Awareness (with special reference to agriculture, rural development, and banking) | 50 | 50 | 25 minutes |
| 4. | Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| 5. | Test of English Language (Descriptive) (Essay, Precis writing, Report / Letter Writing) | 03 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 135 | ||
Note: There is a negative marking of 1/4th for every wrong answer in objective tests.
Application Process
Eligible candidates must apply only through the official NABARD website between the specified dates.
- Registration: Go to the “Career Notices” section on www.nabard.org and click on “Click here for New Registration”.
- Details: Enter basic information to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Uploads: Upload a scanned photograph (4.5cm × 3.5cm), signature (black ink), left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration in English.
- Live Photo: Candidates are also required to capture a live photograph using a webcam or mobile during the application.
- Payment: Pay the application fee/intimation charges online using Debit/Credit cards, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Printout: After the final submission, take a printout of the application form and the e-receipt for your records.
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