NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 162 Posts
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NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 162 Posts

NABARD has released the Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 for 162 vacancies. Online applications are open from 17 January to 3 February 2026. Graduates aged 21–35 years can apply online. Check eligibility, salary, exam pattern, and selection process before applying.

Applications open·Jan 17, 2026·162 vacancies

Applications for this role have closed.

Last date to apply was Feb 3, 2026

Deadline: Feb 3, 2026 · Last date approaching

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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.

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A) NABARD Development Assistant Notification 2026

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released the official notification for Development Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi) recruitment 2026.
A total of 162 vacancies are announced for Group ‘B’ clerical-level posts.
The online application window is from 17 January 2026 to 3 February 2026.
Selection will be through Prelims, Mains, and Language Proficiency Test (LPT).
This recruitment offers a stable career in the development banking sector with attractive salary and growth opportunities.

👉 Check eligibility and apply online before the last date.


B) NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Highlights

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationNational Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
Recruitment NameNABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026
Post NameDevelopment Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi)
Total Vacancies162 Posts
Application ModeOnline
Age Limit21 to 35 years
Salary / Pay ScaleBasic Pay ₹23,100/-, Gross approx ₹46,500/-
Selection ProcessPrelims → Mains → Language Proficiency Test

C) NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Release Date17 January 2026
Application Start Date17 January 2026
Last Date to Apply Online3 February 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment3 February 2026
Prelims Exam Date21 February 2026
Mains Exam Date12 April 2026
Admit Card DateWill be updated soon

D) NABARD Development Assistant Vacancy Details

A total of 162 vacancies have been announced.

PostVacancies
Development Assistant159
Development Assistant (Hindi)3
Total162

(State-wise / category-wise breakup is available in the official notification.)


E) Eligibility Criteria for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026

E1) Educational Qualification

PostRequired QualificationAdditional Requirements
Development AssistantBachelor’s Degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (Pass for SC/ST/PWBD/Ex-Servicemen)Knowledge of word processing on PC
Development Assistant (Hindi)Bachelor’s Degree in English/Hindi medium with Hindi & English as compulsory/elective subject with minimum 50% marks (Pass for reserved categories)Must translate English ↔ Hindi, knowledge of word processing
Language ProficiencyCandidates must be proficient in the official language of the state applied forReading, writing, speaking required

E2) Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 21 Years
  • Maximum Age: 35 Years
  • Age Cut-off Date: As on 01 January 2026

Age Relaxation

CategoryRelaxation
SC / ST5 Years
OBC3 Years
PWBD10 Years (GEN), 13 Years (OBC), 15 Years (SC/ST)
Ex-ServicemenService period + 3 years (Max 50 years)
Widows/Divorced Women (SC/ST)5 Years

F) NABARD Development Assistant Application Fee

CategoryFee
SC / ST / PwBD₹100/-
All Others₹550/-
Payment ModeOnline

(Staff candidates fee is reimbursable as per notification conditions.)


G) Salary Details

Selected candidates will receive a starting Basic Pay of ₹23,100/- with allowances.

ComponentDetails
Pay Scale₹20700(1)-1200(3)-24300-1440(4)-30060-1920(6)-41580-2080(2)-45740-2370(3)-52850-2850(1)-55700
Gross SalaryApprox ₹46,500/- per month
AllowancesDA, HRA, Transport Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance, Medical, LTC, Loans, etc.
Probation Period6 months (extendable)

H) Selection Process

The selection process consists of:

  • Preliminary Examination (Online)
  • Mains Examination (Online)
  • Language Proficiency Test (LPT)

Prelims Exam Pattern (Development Assistant)

SectionQuestionsMarksTime
English Language404020 min
Numerical Ability303020 min
Reasoning Ability303020 min
Total10010060 min

Mains Exam Pattern (Development Assistant)

SectionQuestionsMarksTime
Computer Knowledge404020 min
Quantitative Aptitude303030 min
Reasoning Ability303030 min
General Awareness505025 min
English Descriptive35030 min
Total153200135 min

➡️ Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer (objective tests).


I) Important Links

Link TypeStatus
Official Notification PDFNotification  link
Apply Online LinkApply link
Official Websitewww.nabard.org
Applications open·Jan 17, 2026·162 vacancies

Applications for this role have closed.

Last date to apply was Feb 3, 2026

Deadline: Feb 3, 2026 · Last date approaching

Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is the eligibility for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks (pass for reserved categories) and basic computer knowledge.
2) What is the educational qualification for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Graduation in any discipline is required. For Hindi post, Hindi and English must be studied.
3) What is the age limit for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 21 to 35 years as on 01 January 2026.
4) Is there age relaxation in NABARD Development Assistant Notification 2026?
Yes, age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, PWBD, Ex-Servicemen, and eligible women candidates.
5) What is the salary of NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The basic pay is ₹23,100/- with gross salary approximately ₹46,500/- per month.
6) What is the application fee for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?
₹550 for General/Others and ₹100 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
7) What is the selection process for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Prelims Exam → Mains Exam → Language Proficiency Test.
8) What is the last date to apply online for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 3 February 2026.
9) How many vacancies are there in NABARD Development Assistant Notification 2026?
A total of 162 vacancies are announced.
10) What is the exam date for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Prelims: 21 February 2026 | Mains: 12 April 2026.
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