The NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), offering a valuable opportunity for candidates seeking a stable government job in the banking sector. A total of 162 vacancies have been released for the posts of Development Assistant and Development Assistant (Hindi) across various regional offices in India. The online application process has started on 17 January 2026 and eligible candidates can apply up to 3 February 2026 through the official NABARD website. Interested aspirants are advised to check the eligibility criteria, selection process, and exam details carefully before submitting their application.
This article provides complete details about eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, selection process, salary structure, and step-by-step application procedure to help candidates apply without any confusion.
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Important Dates
| Application Starts | 17 January 2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 03 February 2026 |
| Total Post | 162 Seats |
| Prelims Exam | 21 February 2026 |
| Mains Exam | 12 April 2026 |
Candidate should verify all information through the official website of NABARD.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution.
- A minimum of 50% marks is required for General and OBC candidates.
- For SC / ST / PWBD / Ex-Servicemen candidates, only a pass in graduation is sufficient.
- Candidates applying for Development Assistant (Hindi) must have the ability to translate from English to Hindi and from Hindi to English.
- The educational qualification must be fulfilled on or before 1 January 2026.
Salary Details
- The initial basic pay of a NABARD Development Assistant is ₹20,700/- per month.
- The post follows the pay scale of
₹20,700 – 1,200(3) – 24,300 – 1,440(4) – 30,060 – 1,920(6) – 41,580 – 2,080(2) – 45,740 – 2,370(3) – 52,850 – 2,850(1) – 55,700. - The gross monthly salary is approximately ₹46,500/-, including allowances.
- Employees are entitled to various allowances and benefits, such as:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) or leased accommodation
- Transport Allowance
- Medical facilities
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- The salary increases periodically through annual increments as per NABARD rules.
Age limit as on 01/01/2026
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 35 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PWD (UR/OBC & SC/ST) | 10 yrs, 13 yrs, 15 yrs |
| Widow/Divorced Women (SC/ST) | 05 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service rendered + 03 Years |
NABARD Development Assistant – Selection Process
- Selection is conducted in three stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Language Proficiency Test (Qualifying)
Preliminary Exam
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Sections: English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks
Mains Exam
- Total Questions: 160
- Total Marks: 160
- Duration: 110 minutes
- Sections: Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, English Language
👉 Final selection is based on Mains exam marks, subject to qualifying the Language Proficiency Test.
How to Apply for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website: www.nabard.org
- Click on Career Notice and select Development Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Click on Apply Online and complete the new registration/login
- Fill in the application form with required details
- Upload photograph, signature, and documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and download/print the application for future reference
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FAQs – NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026
Q1. What are the application dates for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?
17 January 2026, Last Date: 03 February 2026
Q2. How many vacancies are available in NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?
162 Seats
Q3. What is the age limit for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?
21 to 35 Years,As on 01/01/2026
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