NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released the official notification for Development Assistant Recruitment 2026. A total of 162 vacancies have been announced for Development Assistant and Development Assistant (Hindi) posts. Eligible candidates can apply online mode only through the official NABARD website.
🔔 Recruitment Overview
- Organization: National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
- Post Name: Development Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi)
- Total Vacancies: 162
- Job Location: Across India
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: nabard.org
📊 Vacancy Details
- Development Assistant: 159 Posts
- Development Assistant (Hindi): 3 Posts
(Category-wise vacancy details are mentioned in the official notification.)
📅 Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 17 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 03 February 2026
- Preliminary Exam Date: 21 February 2026
- Main Exam Date: 12 April 2026
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
📌 Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per Government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex‑Servicemen candidates.
📌 Educational Qualification
Development Assistant
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university with minimum 50% marks.
For SC/ST/PwBD/Ex‑Servicemen: Pass class is sufficient.Development Assistant (Hindi)
- Bachelor’s Degree with Hindi and English as subjects.
- Ability to translate from Hindi to English and English to Hindi.
Additional Requirement:
- Basic knowledge of computer operations.
🧪 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Phase I)
- Main Examination (Phase II)
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT) – if applicable
📝 Exam Pattern (Brief)
Phase I – Preliminary Exam
- English Language
- Reasoning Ability
- Numerical Ability
- General Awareness
Phase II – Main Exam
- Reasoning
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English Language
- Economic & Social Issues
- Hindi Language (for Hindi post)
💰 Application Fee
- SC / ST / PwBD / Ex‑Servicemen: ₹100 (Intimation Charges)
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹550 (Application Fee + Intimation Charges)
- Fee must be paid online.
💼 Salary Details
- Approximate Gross Monthly Salary: ₹46,000 – ₹47,000
- Additional benefits include DA, HRA, TA, medical benefits, pension under NPS, and other allowances.
🖥️ How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website nabard.org
- Go to the Career / Recruitment section
- Click on Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
- Complete registration using valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in the application form carefully
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, etc.)
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
🔗 Important Links
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Official Notification PDF: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
⚠️ Disclaimer
This post is created for informational purposes only. Candidates are advised to visit the official NABARD website and read the official notification carefully before applying. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority.
📌 Conclusion
The NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking a stable and prestigious government job in the banking sector. Interested and eligible candidates should apply online before the last date.
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