The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) conducts the annual recruitment drive for Assistant Manager (Grade ‘A’) across Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS), Rajbhasha, and Protocol & Security Service. This recruitment offers an opportunity for graduates and postgraduates across India to secure an officer cadre position within the apex agriculture and rural development banking institution. Interested aspirants can submit online applications through the official NABARD portal once the official notification is issued.
NABARD Grade A 2026 Overview
| Organization | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Post Name | Assistant Manager (Grade ‘A’) – RDBS / Rajbhasha |
| Advertisement | NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2026 |
| Expected Vacancies | 100+ Posts (Tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Phase I (Preliminary), Phase II (Mains), Phase III (Interview) |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | nabard.org |
NABARD Grade A 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Tentative Schedule |
| NABARD Grade A 2026 Notification Release | October / November 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | October / November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee | October / November 2026 |
| Phase I Preliminary Exam Date | December 2026 |
| Phase II Main Examination Date | January 2027 |
NABARD Grade A 2026: Vacancy Details
NABARD releases stream-wise vacancies for Grade ‘A’ Assistant Manager positions each cycle. The vacancies are distributed across Generalist and specialist disciplines such as Agriculture, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, and Rajbhasha based on operational requirements.
| Stream / Discipline | Post Name | Tentative Vacancies |
| General | Assistant Manager (Grade A) – RDBS | 70 – 80 |
| Information Technology (IT) | Assistant Manager (Grade A) – RDBS | 15 – 20 |
| Finance | Assistant Manager (Grade A) – RDBS | 05 – 10 |
| Agriculture / Agri-Engineering | Assistant Manager (Grade A) – RDBS | 10 – 15 |
| Rajbhasha / Specialist Disciplines | Assistant Manager (Grade A) – Rajbhasha | 05 – 08 |
| Total Expected Vacancies | 100 – 150+ |
NABARD Grade A 2026: Education Details
The educational criteria vary according to the stream applied for:
| Stream | Educational Qualification |
| General | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PWBD) in aggregate, OR a Post Graduate degree / MBA / CA with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PWBD). |
| Information Technology | Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science / Computer Technology / IT / Computer Applications with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PWBD), OR a Post Graduate Degree in CS / IT / MCA. |
| Finance | BBA (Finance/Banking) / BMS (Finance/Banking) with 60% marks, OR Chartered Accountant (CA) / CFA / ICWA / Full-time MBA (Finance). |
| Agriculture | Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture / Agriculture Engineering / Horticulture with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PWBD) in aggregate. |
| Rajbhasha | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university in English or Hindi medium with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects with minimum 60% marks, OR Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as a subject in graduation. |
NABARD Grade A 2026: Salary
Appointed Grade ‘A’ Assistant Managers receive a basic pay of Rs. 44,500/- per month in the scale of Rs. 44,500 – 2,500 (4) – 54,500 – 2,850 (7) – 74,450 – EB – 2,850 (4) – 85,850 – 3,300 (1) – 89,150 (17 years).
The initial gross monthly emoluments stand at approximately Rs. 1,00,000/- to Rs. 1,05,000/- per month, inclusive of Dearness Allowance, Local Compensatory Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Grade Allowance, and other admissible perks such as official accommodation, medical benefits, and fuel reimbursements.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 30 Years
Upper Age Relaxation:
Other Backward Classes (OBC): 3 Years (up to 33 years)
Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST): 5 Years (up to 35 years)
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years (General), 13 Years (OBC), 15 Years (SC/ST)
Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India guidelines
NABARD Grade A Selection Process
| Stage / Phase | Mode & Exam Type | Subjects / Components | Total Questions / Marks | Time Duration | Negative Marking |
| Phase I: Preliminary Examination (Screening Test) | Online Objective (MCQ) | Qualifying Sections: • Reasoning: 20 Qs (20 Marks) • English Language: 30 Qs (30 Marks) • Computer Knowledge: 20 Qs (20 Marks) • Quantitative Aptitude: 20 Qs (20 Marks) • Decision Making: 10 Qs (10 Marks) Merit Sections: • General Awareness: 20 Qs (20 Marks) • Economic & Social Issues (ESI): 40 Qs (40 Marks) • Agriculture & Rural Development (ARD): 40 Qs (40 Marks) | 200 Questions 200 Marks | 120 Minutes (Composite time) | 0.25 (1/4th) mark deducted per wrong answer |
| Phase II: Main Examination | Online Objective & Descriptive | Paper I (General English): • Essay, Precis, Comprehension, Business/Office Correspondence (Descriptive via Keyboard) Paper II (Stream-Specific / ESI & ARD): • Objective Type: 30 Questions (50 Marks) • Descriptive Type: 3 Questions out of 6 (50 Marks) | • Paper I: 100 Marks • Paper II: 100 Marks Total: 200 Marks | • Paper I: 90 Minutes • Paper II: 120 Minutes (Objective: 30 min, Descriptive: 90 min) | 0.25 mark for objective questions |
| Phase III: Interview | In-Person / Online Panel Interview | • Assessment of analytical aptitude, rural banking knowledge, leadership skills, and personality suitability. | 50 Marks | — | Not Applicable |
| Final Selection Merit List | Combined Score | • Marks obtained in Phase II (Main Exam – 200 Marks) + Phase III (Interview – 50 Marks) are combined to prepare the final ranking list. (Phase I marks are qualifying only). | Total: 250 Marks | — | — |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Intimation Charges | Total Fee Payable |
| General / EWS / OBC Candidates | Rs. 650/- | Rs. 150/- | Rs. 800/- |
| SC / ST / PWBD Candidates | Nil | Rs. 150/- | Rs. 150/- |
| Staff Candidates | Nil | Nil | Exempted |
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of NABARD at nabard.org.
- Navigate to the “Career Notices” section and select “Apply Online for NABARD Grade A (RDBS/Rajbhasha) 2026”.
- Click on “Click here for New Registration” and enter basic personal details, an active email address, and a mobile number.
- Log in using the generated provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Fill in academic marks, stream preference, and communication details accurately.
- Upload required scanned documents, including a recent passport-size photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration in the prescribed dimensions.
- Preview the entire application form to verify all entries before final submission.
- Pay the application fee online through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.
- Submit the form and download/print the e-receipt and application confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| NABARD Grade A 2026 Career Page | Click Here |
| NABARD Grade A 2026 Link | Click Here |
