NABARD Development Assistant 2026

NATIONAL BANK FOR AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

Recruitment to the post of Development Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi)

Applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens for the post of Development Assistant/ Development Assistant (Hindi) in National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD). Candidates can apply only ONLINE on NABARD website www.nabard.org between 17 January 2026 and 03 February 2026. NABARD is an all India Apex Organization, wholly owned by Government of India and is equal opportunity employer.

Before applying, candidates should read all the instructions carefully and ensure that they fulfil all the eligibility criteria for the post. NABARD would admit candidates on the basis of the information furnished in the ONLINE application along with applicable requisite fee and shall verify their eligibility before joining. If, at any stage, it is found that any information furnished in the ONLINE application is false/ incorrect or if according to the Bank, the candidate does not satisfy the eligibility criteria for the post, his/her candidature will be cancelled, and he/she will not be allowed to appear for the examination / joining. Candidates are requested to apply only ONLINE through Bank’s website www.nabard.org. No other mode of submission of application will be accepted by NABARD.

Important Dates:

Note: NABARD reserves the right to change the dates on account of administrative exigencies.

NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Official Notification

NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Official Notification Video

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Scheme of Selection:

Development Assistant

I - Preliminary Examination (Online)

II - Main Examination (Online)

Development Assistant (Hindi):

I - Preliminary Examination (Online)

II - Main Examination (Online)

III. Language Proficiency Test for both posts:

Those who qualify for selection and have passed the 10th or 12th standard with the declared language as one of the subjects will not be subjected to Language Proficiency Test, however they have to submit valid proof for the same (i.e. marksheet for class 10th /12th with the specified Language as Subject. In case of others (qualified for selection), the language proficiency test will be conducted after the declaration of result of Main examination at the Regional Office of concerned State. The language proficiency test will be conducted in the official language of the State concerned. Candidates not found to be proficient in official language would be disqualified, i.e. candidates who fail to qualify this test will not be offered appointment.

The details of Language Proficiency Test to be conducted, would be available on NABARD website after the main examination. The Selected candidates/Waitlisted candidates would require to undergo the LPT. The LPT will be qualifying in nature. However, candidates not qualifying the test would not be eligible for appointment. In this connection, a list of language/s specified for the LPT of concerned State/s is provided in Annexure I (In the Detailed Notification).

Scheme of Examination:

i. The preliminary and main online tests except English/Hindi language, will be available bilingually, i.e. in English and Hindi.

ii. The Preliminary Examination is only qualifying in nature and is meant to serve as a screening test. Only those candidates who score sufficiently high in both, individual tests & in aggregate, shall be shortlisted for Main Examination in the calling ratio of maximum 1:25 based on the cut off arrived on performance of the candidates in the examination. Similarly, only such candidates who score the minimum cut off marks (in the individual tests & total score) or above in the Main Examination will be shortlisted for selection.

iii. There will be negative marks for wrong answers in the Objective tests in both the phases. 1/4th mark will be deducted as penalty for each wrong answer.

iv. Other detailed information regarding the examination will be given in an Information Hand-out, which will be made available to the candidates for downloading along with the call letter for examination from NABARD’s website.

v. Roll numbers of the candidates successful in Online Examination will be made available on the Bank’s website.

vi. If the examination is held in more than one session, the scores across various sessions will be equated following IBPS’ standard practice to adjust for slight differences in difficulty level of different test batteries used across sessions. The ‘corrected scores’ obtained by each of the candidates in different sessions (if held) will be normalized using equipercentile method.

vii. Final selection will be on the basis of candidate's performance in the online Main examination in the order of merit and biometric verification. The decision of the Bank in this regard will be final. Final Select list of the candidates who have provisionally qualified for selection will be made available on the Bank's website. Appointment is subject to Verification of eligibility for the post and information furnished in the online application.

viii. Candidate’s responses (answers) will be analysed with other candidates to detect patterns of similarity of right and wrong answers. If in the analytical procedure adopted in this regard, it is inferred/ concluded that the responses have been shared and scores obtained are not genuine/valid, your candidature may be cancelled. Any candidate who is found copying or receiving or giving assistance or engaging in any behaviour unbecoming of a candidate will not be considered for assessment. The NABARD may take further action against such candidates as deemed fit by it.

ix. A candidate who is or has been declared by NABARD guilty of impersonation or of submitting fabricated document/s which have been tampered with or of making statements which are incorrect or false or of suppressing material information or otherwise resorting to any other irregular or improper means of obtaining admission to examination or of using or attempting to use unfair means in the examination hall or misbehaviour in the examination hall may be debarred permanently or for a specified period.

Selection Process:

i. State wise merit list will be prepared for final selection. The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination (Phase-I) will not be added for preparing the final merit list for selection. Only the marks obtained in Main Examination (Phase-II), both in the Objective Test and the Descriptive Test, will be added for preparing the final merit list.

ii. Resolution of Tie Cases: In cases where more than one candidate secures the equal aggregate marks, tie will be resolved by applying the following methods one after another: a. Higher educational qualification b. In case there is a tie in qualification, higher marks secured in graduation c. In case of tie marks in graduation, higher age will be given preference.

iii. Wait List: A wait list of up to 50% of vacancies (State-category wise) subject to minimum of three will be maintained. Candidates will be considered from the waitlist against non-joining of select list candidates only. The validity of panel will be for a period of one year from the date of approval of the select list by the Competent Authority or the declaration of the result for the subsequent recruitment of Development Assistant/Development Assistant (Hindi), whichever is earlier. iv. Appointment of the selected candidate would be subject to his/her being declared medically fit as per the rules of the Bank.

Appointment of the selected candidate would be subject to his/her being declared medically fit as per the rules of the Bank.

How to Apply

Eligible applicants are required to apply online through website www.nabard.org. No other means/ mode of application will be accepted. The application form should be filled in English only. Option for the use of Hindi language will be available for the Online/Main Examination/ Interview.

Detailed Guideline / Procedure for

a. Application Registration

b. Payment of Application Fee

c. Photograph & Signature Scan and Upload

Candidates can apply online only from 17 January 2026 to 03 February 2026 and no other mode of application will be accepted.

APPLICATION REGISTRATION:

1. Candidates satisfying the conditions of eligibility as on 01.01.2026 are first required to visit the URL " Recruitment to the post of Development Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi)-2026" in the advertisement page for filling the ‘Online Application’. It redirects the candidates to the online registration

2. To register application, choose the tab "Click here for New Registration" and enter basic details such as Name, Contact details and Email-id etc.

3. A Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated by the system and displayed on the screen. Candidate should note down the Provisional Registration Number and Password. An Email & SMS indicating the Provisional Registration number and Password will be sent at the given email ID and mobile number.

4. In case the candidate is unable to complete the application form in one go, he / she can save the data already entered by choosing "SAVE AND NEXT" tab. Prior to submission of the online application candidates are advised to use the "SAVE AND NEXT" facility to verify the details in the online application form and modify the same, if required. Visually Impaired candidates should fill the application form carefully and verify/ get the details verified to ensure that the same are correct prior to final submission.

5. Candidates are advised to carefully fill and verify the details filled in the online application themselves as no change will be possible after clicking the FINAL SUBMIT BUTTON.

6. The name of the candidate or his /her Father/ Husband etc. should be spelt correctly in the application as it appears in the Certificates / Mark sheets as well as valid ID Proof brought for the examination. Any change/alteration found may disqualify the candidature.

7. Validate your details and save your application by clicking the 'Validate your details' and 'Save & Next' button.

8. Candidates can proceed to upload Photo & Signature as per the specifications given in the Guidelines for Scanning and Upload of Photograph and Signature detailed under point "C".

9. Candidates can proceed to fill other details of the Application Form.

10. Click on the Preview Tab to preview and verify the entire application form before FINAL SUBMIT.

11. Modify details, if required, and click on 'FINAL SUBMIT' ONLY after verifying and ensuring that the photograph, signature uploaded and other details filled by you are correct.

12. Click on 'Payment' Tab and proceed for payment.

13. Click on 'Submit' button.

PAYMENT OF FEES - ONLINE MODE

a. The application form is integrated with the payment gateway and the payment process can be completed by following the instructions.

b. Payment can be made by using Debit Cards (Rupay/Vias/Master Card/Maestro), Credit Cards or Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash cards/Mobile Wallets by providing information as asked on the screen.

c. After submitting your payment information in the online application form, PLEASE WAIT FOR THE INTIMATION FROM THE SERVER. DO NOT PRESS BACK OR REFRESH BUTTON IN ORDER TO AVOID DOUBLE CHARGE

d. On successful completion of the transaction, an e-Receipt will be generated.

e. Non-generation of 'E-Receipt' indicates PAYMENT FAILURE. On failure of payment, Candidates are advised to login again using their Provisional Registration Number and Password and repeat the process of payment.

f. Candidates are required to take a printout of the e-Receipt and online Application Form. Please note that if the same cannot be generated, online transaction may not have been successful. g. For Credit Card users: All charges are listed in Indian Rupee. If you use a non-Indian credit card, your bank will convert to your local currency based on prevailing exchange rates.

h. To ensure the security of your data, please close the browser window once your transaction is complete.

i. There is facility to print application form containing fee details after payment of fees.

Application Fee / Intimation Charges (Non-Refundable) Applicable Fee is Non-Refundable and has to be paid Online. Bank Transaction charges for Online Payment of application fees/intimation charges will have to be borne by the candidate.

APPLICATION FEE (NON-REFUNDABLE)

Application fee (exclusive of applicable GST) for the post will be as under:

* Exclusive of applicable GST (18%)

@ All NABARD employees satisfying the educational qualification criteria would be eligible to apply. They will be required to pay fee/intimation charges as indicated above at the time of online application, which will be reimbursed on submission of fee receipt only to those employees of NABARD (Staff Candidates) who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the post. The status as staff candidate will be verified at the time of interview.

Note: Applications without the prescribed Fee/ Intimation Charges shall be summarily rejected.

Syllabus

English Language:
This section covers Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Fillers, Sentence Errors, Vocabulary-based questions, Sentence Improvement, Jumbled Paragraphs, Paragraph-based Questions, Paragraph Conclusion, Paragraph/Sentences Restatement, Column-based questions, Word Swap, Sentence Rearrangement, Paragraph Completion, Starters, and Connectors.

Quantitative Aptitude:
Topics include Simplification and Approximation, Basic Calculation, Quadratic Equation, Time and Work, Speed, Time and Distance, Simple Interest and Compound Interest, Data Interpretation, Number Series, Arithmetic Problems, Volumes, Problems on LCM and HCF, Probability, Profit and Loss, Average, Age, Percentage, and Partnership.

Reasoning Ability:
This section consists of Puzzles, Seating Arrangements, Direction Sense, Blood Relation, Syllogism, Order and Ranking, Coding-Decoding, Machine Input-Output, Inequalities, Alpha-Numeric-Symbol Series, Data Sufficiency, and Logical Reasoning including Statement, Assumption, Conclusion, and Argument.

Computer Knowledge:
It includes Fundamentals of Computer, Future of Computers, Security Tools, Networking Software and Hardware, History of Computers, Basic Knowledge of the Internet, Computer Languages, Computer Shortcut Keys, Database, Input and Output Devices, and MS Office.

General Awareness:
Topics cover National Current Affairs, International Current Affairs, Sports News, Central Government Schemes, Agreements/ MoUs, Books and Authors, Summits and Conferences, Rural Banking, Science and Technology News, Banking and Financial Awareness, Static Awareness, NABARD History, Business and Economy related News, Important Days, NABARD related Circulars from RBI, Important Appointments, Important Awards and Honours, Union Budget 2026-27, Agronomy, and Ranks, Reports, and Indexes.

Descriptive Paper:

The NABARD Development Assistant Descriptive Paper is a crucial stage of the selection process and is conducted as a Descriptive Test of English Language. This paper evaluates a candidate’s ability to communicate effectively in writing, assess clarity of ideas, and present thoughts in a well-organized and logical manner.

The syllabus includes Essay Writing, Precis Writing, and Report / Letter Writing, with a total weightage of 50 marks. To score well in this section, candidates must display strong grammatical command, clear and coherent expression, and relevance to the given topic. Regular writing practice and a solid foundation in English are therefore essential for success.

NABARD Development Assistant Prelims Cut‑Off 2022‑23

NABARD Development Assistant Mains Cut‑Off 2022‑23

REGIONAL OFFICE WISE & CATEGORYWISE CUT-OFF APPLIED ON TOTAL FOR SELECT LIST & WAIT LIST

NA - NOT AVAILABLE - NO VACANCY

@ - SELECTED UNDER EXS/ DIS-EXS/ PWDB

% SELECTED UNDER EXS/ DIS-EXS/ PWDB, HENCE NOT GIVEN IN WAIT LIST

Number of Vacancies & Reservations – Development Assistant

Number of Vacancies & Reservations – Development Assistant (Hindi)

Abbreviations: SC – Scheduled Caste, ST- Scheduled Tribe, OBC – Other Backward Classes, UR - Unreserved, EXS-Ex-Servicemen, DIS-EXS – Disabled Ex-Servicemen & Dependent of Servicemen killed in action, PWBD-Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, EWS – Economically Weaker Section.

Pay Scale:

Selected Candidates will draw a starting basic pay of ₹23,100/- per month (including two advance increments) in the scale of ₹20700(1)-1200(3)-24300-1440(4)-30060- 1920(6)-41580-2080(2)-45740-2370(3)-52850-2850(1)-55700 (20 years)

other allowances, viz. Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance, Transport Allowance etc., as admissible from time to time. At present, initial monthly Gross emoluments for Development Assistant/Development Assistant (Hindi) is approximately ₹46,500/-.

Perquisites:

The available perquisites include NABARD’s residential accommodation subject to availability, reimbursement of petrol for vehicle for official purpose, Brief Case, Knowledge updation allowance, Allowance for furnishing of residence, etc., as per eligibility, dispensary facility besides reimbursement of medical expenses for OPD treatment/hospitalization as per eligibility; Interest free Festival Advance, Leave Travel Concession (once in two years for self, spouse and eligible dependents).

Loans and Advances at concessional rates of interest for Housing, Car, Education, Consumer Articles, Personal Computer, etc. The candidates selected for the post will be governed by the “defined Contribution to New Pension Scheme (NPS)”, in addition to the benefit of Gratuity and Group Term Insurance Plan.

There are reasonable prospects for promotion to higher grades.

Selected candidates will be initially posted in NABARD’s Head Office/Regional office/TE for which they have applied. However, they are liable to be transferred anywhere in India.

Eligibility Criteria:

Age (as on 01 January 2026):

Between 21 and 35 years.

Candidates born not earlier than 02 January 1991 and not later than 01 January 2005 (both days inclusive) are eligible to apply.

Relaxation in the Upper Age Limit:

Upper age limit will be relaxed as under:

Note: No cumulative age relaxation will be available to any candidate, save as provided above.

Candidates seeking age relaxation are required to submit copies of necessary certificate(s) at the time of document verification.

Educational Qualification (as on 01 January 2026):

Development Assistant

i) Bachelor's Degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (pass class for SC/ST/PWBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates) in aggregate or possess equivalent qualification from a recognised University / Institution incorporated by an Act of Central or State Legislature in India or any other Educational Institution established by an Act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as University under Section-3 of UGC Act, 1956.

ii) Knowledge of word processing on PC.

Development Assistant (Hindi)

i) Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University in English/Hindi medium with Hindi and English as a compulsory or elective subject with a minimum of 50% marks (pass class for SC/ST/PWBD/EXS candidates) in the aggregate OR Bachelor's Degree with Hindi and English as main subjects with a minimum of 50% marks (pass class for SC/ST/PWBD/EXS candidates) in the aggregate Candidate must be able to translate from English to Hindi and vice-versa.

ii) Knowledge of word processing on PC.