National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), a premier institution promoting sustainable rural development, has released an indicative short notification for the recruitment of Development Assistants and Development Assistant (Hindi) posts. A total of 162 vacancies have been announced for eligible Graduate candidates across India. The online registration process will commence from 17th January 2026 to 03rd February 2026.
The Candidates are strongly advised to read the detailed official notification (to be released on 17th January 2026) carefully before applying to confirm eligibility criteria including age, qualification, experience, category, and other requirements.
NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026
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| 🏢 Organization | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
|---|---|
| 💼 Post Name | Development Assistant & Development Assistant (Hindi) |
| 📊 Total Vacancies | 162 |
| 🎯 Age Limit | 21 - 35 Years |
| 💰 Monthly Salary | Approx. ₹32,000/- (Gross Emoluments) |
| 🎓 Minimum Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree |
| 💳 Application Fee | ₹450/- (General) | ₹50/- (Reserved) |
| 📝 Selection Process | Prelims / Mains / DV / Medical |
| 📍 Job Location | All India |
| ⏰ Last Date | 03 February 2026 |
✅ NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No of Vacancies |
|---|---|
|
Development Assistant |
159 |
|
Development Assistant (Hindi) |
03 |
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Total |
162 |
✅ NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
- Age Relaxation: As per NABARD Government rules (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen etc.) – details in full notification.
✅ NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Pay Scale
- Development Assistant: Initial Basic Pay ₹13,150/- in the scale of ₹13,150 – ₹34,990/- (20 years)
- Gross Emoluments: Approximately ₹32,000/- per month (including allowances at Metro centres)
✅ NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Development Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University with minimum 50% marks in aggregate (pass class for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates).
- Development Assistant (Hindi): Bachelor’s Degree with Hindi and English as main subjects or Hindi as one subject and English as compulsory/elective.
- Knowledge of computer operations is desirable.
✅ NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination (Online)
- Main Examination (Online)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
✅ NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Prelims Exam Pattern
| Test Name | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 60 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
| Negative Marking: 0.25 marks | Bilingual except English section | |||
✅ NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Mains Exam Pattern
| Test Name | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 30 | 30 | 90 Minutes (Objective) |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | |
| General Awareness (Agriculture, Rural Development & Banking) | 50 | 50 | |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 40 | |
| English Language (Descriptive) | 3 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for objective test | |||
✅ NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
|
General / OBC / EWS |
₹450/- |
|
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen |
₹50/- |
|
Payment Mode |
Online |
✅ NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Important Dates
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Short Notification Release |
15 January 2026 |
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Detailed Notification Release |
17 January 2026 |
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Start of Online Application |
17 January 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply Online |
03 February 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
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Phase-I (Preliminary) – Online Examination |
21 February 2026 |
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Phase-II (Main) – Online Examination |
12 April 2026 |
✅ NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Important Links
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Short Notification |
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Apply Online |
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Official Website |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE only through the NABARD official website. No other mode will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit www.nabard.org → Careers from 17 January 2026.
➢ Step 2: Click on the relevant recruitment link and complete registration.
➢ Step 3: Fill the application form with personal, educational, and other details.
➢ Step 4: Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
➢ Step 5: Pay the application fee online and submit before 03 February 2026 (23:59 Hrs). Take printout of the form.
✅ NABARD Development Assistant – State-wise Vacancies
| State / Region | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
|
Andaman & Nicobar |
1 |
|
Andhra Pradesh |
7 |
|
Assam |
5 |
|
Bihar |
1 |
|
Chhattisgarh |
5 |
|
Goa |
1 |
|
Gujarat |
9 |
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Haryana |
3 |
|
Himachal Pradesh |
4 |
|
Jammu & Kashmir |
3 |
|
Jharkhand |
1 |
|
Karnataka |
7 |
|
Kerala |
3 |
|
Ladakh |
2 |
|
Madhya Pradesh |
10 |
|
Maharashtra (HO Mumbai) |
48 |
|
Manipur |
2 |
|
Meghalaya |
1 |
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New Delhi |
3 |
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Odisha |
8 |
|
Punjab |
2 |
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Rajasthan |
5 |
|
Tamil Nadu |
9 |
|
Uttar Pradesh |
11 |
|
West Bengal |
8 |
| Total |
159 |
✅ NABARD Development Assistant (Hindi) – State-wise Vacancies
| State / Region | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
|
Andhra Pradesh |
1 |
|
Maharashtra (HO Mumbai) |
1 |
|
Tamil Nadu |
1 |
| Total | 3 |
✅ Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in NABARD Development Assistant 2026?
Total 162 vacancies (159 Development Assistant + 03 Development Assistant Hindi).
What is the age limit for NABARD Development Assistant 2026?
21 to 35 years with applicable relaxations as per rules.
What is the qualification required?
Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline for general post; with Hindi/English for Hindi post).
What is the selection process?
Prelims Exam, Mains Exam, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
What is the application fee?
₹450/- for General/OBC/EWS; ₹50/- for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen.
What are the important dates?
Online application: 17 January 2026 to 03 February 2026.