NABARD Development Assistant Overview
National Bank For Agriculture And Rural Development (NABARD) has officially released official notification for the recruitment of 162 Development Assistant/Development Assistant (Hindi) in Group B vacancies. Online applications start from 17th January 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official National Bank For Agriculture And Rural Development (NABARD) website. The last date to submit the application form is 03rd February 2026.
| Company | National Bank For Agriculture And Rural Development (NABARD) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Development Assistant/Development Assistant (Hindi) |
| Category | Group B |
| Advertisement No. | 08 /DA/2025-26 |
| Total Posts | 162 |
| Salary | ₹20,700 - ₹55,700 (Approx.) |
| Age Limit | 21-35 Years (as on 01-11-2025) |
| Qualification | Bachelor degree from Government recognised University or Institution |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Start Date of Apply | 17/01/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 03/02/2026 |
| Application Fee | For SC/ ST/ PWBD: Application Fee: NIL; Intimation Charges: ₹100 (without GST.) General/OBC/EWS/Others: Application Fee: ₹450; Intimation Charges: ₹100 (without GST.) |
| Website | https://www.nabard.org/ |
NABARD Development Assistant Vacancy Details
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.
| Regional Offices | No. of Vacancies (Development Assistant + Development Assistant - Hindi) |
|---|---|
| Andaman and Nicobar | 01 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 07 + 01 |
| Assam | 05 |
| Bihar | 01 |
| Chhattisgarh | 05 |
| Goa | 01 |
| Gujarat | 09 |
| Haryana | 03 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 04 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 03 |
| Jharkhand | 01 |
| Karnataka | 07 |
| Kerala | 03 |
| Ladakh | 02 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 10 |
| Maharashtra (Includes HO Mumbai) | 48 + 01 |
| Manipur | 02 |
| Meghalaya | 01 |
| New Delhi | 03 |
| Odisha | 08 |
| Punjab | 02 |
| Rajasthan | 05 |
| Tamil Nadu | 09 + 01 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 11 |
| West Bengal | 08 |
| Grand Total | 159 + 03 = 162 |
NABARD Development Assistant Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Between 21 and 35 years of age as on 01-01-2026 |
| Gender | Both Male & Female are eligible |
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks + Knowledge of word processing on PC |
NABARD Development Assistant Age Limit & Relaxation
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:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | By 3 years, i.e. up to 38 years |
| SC / ST | By 5 years, i.e. up to 40 years |
| PwBD | By 10 years (GEN), 13 years (OBC) & 15 years (SC/ST) |
| Ex - Servicemen | To the extent of service rendered by them in Armed Forces plus an additional period of 3 years subject to maximum of 50 years |
| Widows/divorced women/ women judicially separated who are not remarried (For SC/ST) | By 5 years i.e. upto 40 years |
NABARD Development Assistant Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination (Online)
- Main Examination (Online)
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness Examination
NABARD Development Assistant Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 17/01/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 17/01/2026 |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 03/02/2026 |
| Phase-I (Preliminary) – Online Examination | 21/02/2026 |
| Phase-II (Main) – Online Examination | 12/04/2026 |
NABARD Development Assistant How to Apply
- Step 1: Go to official website https://www.nabard.org/careers-notices1.aspx?cid=693&id=26&csrt=16711473945037937090
- Step 2: Click on Apply Here link
- Step 3: Complete One-Time Registration (if not registered)
- Step 4: Login > Fill the Application Form carefully
- Step 5: Upload Photograph, Signature, Resume, ID Proof, Age Proof, Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates, Letter/Latest Salary Slip, NOC (if applicable), Biodata
- Step 6: Pay Application Fee
- Step 7: Submit the Application Form
- Step 8: Take Printout of Application
NABARD Development Assistant Important Links
| Official Website Link | Click Here → |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Link | Apply Here → |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF → |