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NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 102 Assistant Manager (RDBS) Posts

Advt No: Advt No. 01/Grade A/2026-27

Total Vacancies

102 Posts

Eligibility

ANY GRADUATE

Salary Range

₹44,500 - ₹89,150

Last Date to Apply

2 October 2026

About this Recruitment

National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has officially released the recruitment notification Advt No. 01/Grade A/2026-27 for 102 Assistant Manager (Grade 'A') vacancies in Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS) and Rajbhasha Service. Candidates with a recognized Bachelor's Degree in any discipline with minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD) or specialized degrees in Agriculture, IT, or Hindi are eligible to apply. Online applications are accepted from 08 September 2026 to 02 October 2026 at the official portal https://www.nabard.org.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • NABARD invites applications for 102 Assistant Manager Grade 'A' posts across India.
  • Positions include RDBS General (75), Agriculture (15), IT (7), and Rajbhasha (5).
  • Starting basic pay is ₹44,500 with total monthly gross emoluments of approximately ₹1,00,000.
  • Three-tier selection process: Phase-I Preliminary Exam, Phase-II Main Exam, and Personal Interview.
  • Online registration window is open from 08 September 2026 until 02 October 2026.

Important Dates

1

Notification Released

7 September 2026

2

Application Start Date

8 September 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

2 October 2026

4

Exam Date

8 November 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Assistant Manager in Grade 'A' (RDBS - General)75 ANY GRADUATE
Assistant Manager in Grade 'A' (RDBS - Agriculture & Allied Disciplines)15 B SC
Assistant Manager in Grade 'A' (RDBS - Information Technology)7 B TECH BE
Assistant Manager in Grade 'A' (Rajbhasha Service)5 ANY POST GRADUATE

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

30 Years

* Age calculated as on 1 September 2026

Age Relaxations:

OBC Candidates (Non-Creamy Layer): +3 Years
SC / ST Candidates: +5 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years
Ex-Servicemen Candidates: +5 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 September 2026)

Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE, B SC, B TECH BE, ANY POST GRADUATE
Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: Basic Pay ₹44,500/- p.m. in the scale of ₹44,500 - ₹89,150 (Gross monthly salary approximately ₹1,00,000/- plus bank accommodation, allowances and perks).

Official Pay Scale

₹44,500 - 2,500 (4) - 54,500 - 2,850 (7) - 74,450 - EB - 2,850 (4) - 85,850 - 3,300 (1) - 89,150

Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Basic Pay₹44,500
Dearness Allowance (DA)₹22,250 (~50% of Basic Pay)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)₹7,500 (Bank Accommodation or HRA as per station)
Transport Allowance (TA)Grade Allowance + Special Allowance (~₹14,500)
Standard Deductions
NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNPS (10%) & Income Tax (~₹12,000)
Gross Salary₹1,00,000 / month

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹88,000 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Stage 1: Phase-I Preliminary Online Examination (CBT)

Exam Mode: Online Computer Based Test (CBT)

120 Minutes
Total Marks: 200
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per incorrect answer
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
Test of Reasoning (Qualifying)2020
English Language (Qualifying)3030
Computer Knowledge (Qualifying)2020
Quantitative Aptitude (Qualifying)2020
Decision Making (Qualifying)1010
General Awareness (Merit Section)2020
Economic & Social Issues (Merit Section)4040
Agriculture & Rural Development (Merit Section)4040

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

Economic & Social Issues (ESI)

Nature of Indian Economy, Inflation, Monetary and Fiscal PolicyRural Banking, Financial Inclusion, Microfinance & SHGsPoverty Alleviation and Employment Generation ProgrammesGlobalization, Export-Import Policy, Social Structure in India

Agriculture & Rural Development (ARD)

Agronomy, Cropping Systems, Precision Farming, Organic FarmingSoil & Water Conservation, Watershed Management, Irrigation TypesAnimal Husbandry, Poultry, Fisheries, Forestry & Agro-ForestryRural Infrastructure, Panchayati Raj Institutions, NABARD Schemes

General Awareness & Banking

Current Affairs (National & International - Last 6 Months)Union Budget & Economic Survey HighlightsRBI Regulations, Priority Sector Lending (PSL) Norms, Government Schemes
Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

1

Visit the official NABARD portal at https://www.nabard.org and navigate to the 'Career Notices' section.

2

Click on the notification link titled 'Apply Online for Recruitment to the Post of Assistant Manager in Grade A (RDBS/Rajbhasha) - 2026'.

3

Click on 'Click here for New Registration' and enter your basic contact details including Name, Mobile Number, and Email ID.

4

Log in with the generated Provisional Registration Number and Password to fill academic qualifications and branch preference.

5

Upload scanned copies of Passport Photograph (20-50 KB), Signature (10-20 KB), Left Thumb Impression (20-50 KB), and Handwritten Declaration (50-100 KB).

6

Pay the application fee of ₹800 (₹150 for SC/ST/PwBD) using online Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

7

Review the completed application preview, submit the form, and download/print the e-receipt and application confirmation page.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Recent Passport Size Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, light background, dimensions 200 x 230 pixels

Scanned Signature of Candidate

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black ink on white paper, no capital letters

Left Thumb Impression (LTI)

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, blue or black ink on white paper

Handwritten Declaration in English

50 KB to 100 KB, JPG/JPEG format, candidate's own handwriting in black ink

Graduation Degree & Category Certificate

Valid PDF format, 100 KB to 500 KB, for document verification stage

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS Candidates₹800
SC / ST / PwBD Candidates (Intimation Charges Only)₹150
Staff Candidates of NABARDFree

Payment Modes: Online via Internet Banking, Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard), Credit Cards, IMPS, or UPI

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Phase-I Preliminary Online Examination (Composite 200 Questions, 200 Marks, 120 Minutes)
2
Stage 2: Phase-II Main Online Examination (Paper 1: Descriptive English & Paper 2: ESI & ARD)
3
Stage 3: Phase-III Personal Interview & Personality Test (50 Marks)
4
Stage 4: Document Verification (DV) & Biometric Identity Verification
5
Stage 5: Pre-Recruitment Medical Fitness Examination & Final Merit List Allotment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit online applications and pay the examination fee is 02 October 2026.

How many total vacancies are announced in NABARD Grade A 2026?

A total of 102 vacancies are announced under Advt No. 01/Grade A/2026-27, including 75 for General, 15 for Agriculture, 7 for IT, and 5 for Rajbhasha.

What is the educational qualification required for Assistant Manager (General)?

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any subject from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD applicants) or a Post Graduate degree with 55% marks.

What is the age limit for NABARD Assistant Manager Grade A posts?

Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as of 01 September 2026. Age relaxation of 3 years is applicable for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST candidates.

What is the in-hand salary of a NABARD Grade A Officer?

The basic pay is ₹44,500 per month on the scale of ₹44,500 - ₹89,150. With dearness allowance, special allowance, and HRA, gross monthly salary is around ₹1,00,000, resulting in an estimated in-hand salary of approximately ₹88,000 per month.

What is the exam pattern for the Phase-I Preliminary examination?

Phase-I is an online objective test of 200 marks with 200 questions to be attempted in 120 minutes. Sections include Qualifying tests (Reasoning, English, Computer Knowledge, Quant, Decision Making) and Merit tests (General Awareness, ESI, and ARD) with 0.25 negative marking.

What are the subjects evaluated for merit in the Phase-I exam?

Merit for shortlisting to Phase-II is prepared based solely on the scores in General Awareness, Economic & Social Issues (with focus on Rural India), and Agriculture & Rural Development (ARD).

What is the application fee for NABARD Grade A 2026?

The application fee is ₹800 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates pay ₹150 towards intimation charges only.

When is the NABARD Grade A Phase-I exam scheduled?

The Phase-I Preliminary online examination is tentatively scheduled to be held on 08 November 2026.

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