National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 6 Specialists on Contract for its Head Office, Mumbai. The online application process has started on 10 July 2026 and will remain open until 23 July 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official NABARD website.
NABARD Specialist Recruitment 2026 (Contract)
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Post Name |
Specialists on Contract |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies |
06 Posts |
| Job Location |
Mumbai (Head Office) |
| Age Limit |
As per post (27 to 55 years) |
| Remuneration |
₹24 Lakh to ₹45 Lakh per annum (Consolidated, Post-wise) |
| Application Fee |
₹850 (General/OBC/EWS) | ₹150 (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Selection Process |
Shortlisting based on Qualification & Experience + Interview |
| Last Date to Apply |
23 July 2026 (Thursday) |
✅ NABARD Specialist Vacancy 2026: Post-wise Details
Sr. No. |
Department |
Name of the Post |
Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Strategic Planning and Product Innovation Department (SPPID) |
Application Architect |
1 |
2 |
Strategic Planning and Product Innovation Department (SPPID) |
Technology Architect |
1 |
3 |
Strategic Planning and Product Innovation Department (SPPID) |
Data Architect |
1 |
4 |
Department of Climate Action and Sustainability (DCAS) |
Carbon Consultant |
1 |
5 |
Department of Climate Action and Sustainability (DCAS) |
Climate Change Specialist - Mitigation |
1 |
6 |
Finance Department (FD) |
Specialist - Derivatives and Treasury Risk Management |
1 |
Total |
6 |
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✅ NABARD Specialist Eligibility Criteria 2026
Note: All posts are on a contract basis for 2 years (extendable up to 5 years). Place of posting is Mumbai.
1. Application Architect (SPPID)
- Age Limit: 30 to 45 years
- Educational Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech/MS/MCA in Computer Science/IT/Electronics & Communication/Data Science/AI/ML with minimum 60% marks.
- Experience: Minimum 10 years in IT with at least 3 years in Application/Solution Architecture (preferably in Banking/Financial Services).
2. Technology Architect (SPPID)
- Age Limit: 30 to 45 years
- Educational Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech/MS/MCA in relevant discipline (TOGAF/UML + Cloud Certification preferred).
- Experience: Minimum 10 years in IT with experience in enterprise-scale cloud migration and solution architecture.
3. Data Architect (SPPID)
- Age Limit: 30 to 45 years
- Educational Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech/MS/MCA in relevant discipline with minimum 60% marks.
- Experience: Minimum 10 years in IT with at least 3 years in Data Architecture. Experience in large-scale data migration, data modelling, ETL tools, and Cloud platforms.
4. Carbon Consultant (DCAS)
- Age Limit: 27 to 35 years
- Educational Qualification: Graduation in Climate Resilient Agriculture, Environmental Science, Renewable Energy or related fields with minimum 55% marks.
- Experience: Around 4 years of relevant experience in climate change, sustainability, and carbon finance projects.
5. Climate Change Specialist - Mitigation (DCAS)
- Age Limit: 35 to 55 years
- Educational Qualification: Master’s Degree in Renewable Energy, Climate Science, Sustainable Development or related field.
- Experience: Minimum 10 years with at least 4 years in climate change/sustainability projects.
6. Specialist - Derivatives and Treasury Risk Management (FD)
- Age Limit: 35 to 55 years
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Commerce, Mathematics or Statistics (CA, CFA, FRM, MBA Finance preferred).
- Experience: 7–10 years in treasury, market risk, ALM, or derivatives.
✅ NABARD Specialist Selection Process 2026
- Shortlisting of candidates for Interview in the ratio of 1:3 based on qualification and experience.
- Final selection will be based on Interview performance.
- The decision of NABARD regarding shortlisting and selection shall be final.
✅ NABARD Specialist Application Fee 2026
Category |
Application Fee |
Intimation Charges |
Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
SC / ST / PwBD |
Nil |
₹150 |
₹150 |
All Others |
₹700 |
₹150 |
₹850 |
✅ Important Dates – NABARD Specialist Recruitment 2026
Event |
Date |
Online Application Start Date |
10 July 2026 |
Last Date to Apply Online |
23 July 2026 |
Last Date for Fee Payment |
23 July 2026 |
✅ Important Links
| NABARD Specialist Detailed Advertisement | View Official Notification |
| Apply Online for NABARD Specialist Posts | Apply Online |
✅ How to Apply for NABARD Specialist Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply only online through the official NABARD website between 10 July 2026 to 23 July 2026.
➢ Step 1: Visit www.nabard.org → Career Notices → Click on “APPLY HERE” for the Specialist recruitment.
➢ Step 2: Complete the registration process and note down the Provisional Registration Number and Password.
➢ Step 3: Fill the online application form carefully and upload scanned copies of Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, and Handwritten Declaration.
➢ Step 4: Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
➢ Step 5: Submit the application and take a printout of the completed application form for future reference.
✅ FAQs – NABARD Specialist Recruitment 2026
What is the total number of vacancies in NABARD Specialist Recruitment 2026?
Total 6 Specialist posts on contract basis.
What is the last date to apply for NABARD Specialist posts?
23 July 2026 is the last date to submit the online application.
What is the application fee for NABARD Specialist Recruitment?
₹850 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹150 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Where is the place of posting for these posts?
All posts are at NABARD Head Office, Mumbai.
What is the selection process for NABARD Specialist posts?
Candidates will be shortlisted in the ratio of 1:3 based on qualification and experience, followed by an Interview.
Are these posts permanent or on contract?
These are purely on a contract basis for 2 years (extendable up to a maximum of 5 years).
