The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) will soon release the official notification for Assistant Manager 'Grade A' posts for the FY 2026-27. For individuals aiming for prestigious Govt Jobs, understanding the recruitment landscape, salary structure, eligibility guidelines, and examination patterns is crucial. Previous recruitment cycles witnessed 91 Assistant Manager openings spread across Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS), Legal, and Protocol & Security Service disciplines.
NABARD Recruitment 2026 Overview
The following table provides a quick summary of the NABARD Grade A recruitment framework:
| Organization Name | National Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| NABARD Post Name | Assistant Manager ‘Grade A’ |
| Vacancies | To be Notified |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| Registration Dates | To be Notified |
| Selection Process | Prelims-Mains-Interview |
| Salary | Rs. 44,500/- (Basic Pay) |
| Official Website | www.nabard.org |
NABARD Grade A 2026 Important Events
Keep track of the schedule through the tracking table below:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| NABARD Grade A Notification | -- |
| Apply Online Process | -- |
| Last Date to Apply Online | -- |
| Last Date to Pay Fees | -- |
| NABARD Grade A Admit Card 2026 | -- |
| NABARD Grade A Prelims Exam | -- |
Eligibility Criteria & Age Relaxations
The standard age limit for NABARD Grade A is 21 to 30 years. For Grade ‘A’ (Protocol & Security Service), applicants must be between 25 and 40 years old, with no upper age relaxation applicable.
NABARD Grade A Age Limit Relaxation
- SC / ST: 05 years
- OBC: 03 years
- Person with disabilities (General): 10 years
- Person with disabilities (SC / ST): 15 years
- Person with disabilities (OBC): 13 years
| SNo. | Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SC / ST | 05 years |
| 2 | OBC | 03 years |
| 3 | Person with disabilities (General) | 10 years |
| 4 | Person with disabilities(SC /ST) | 15 years |
| 5 | Person with disabilities(OBC) | 13 years |
Educational Qualifications by Stream
| Post/Department Name | Education Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Manager in Grade ‘A’ (RDBS) - General | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from any recognized University/Institution with a minimum of 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate OR Post Graduate degree, MBA/PGDM with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate OR CA/ CS/ICWA OR Ph.D from Institutions recognized by GOI/UGC. |
| Chartered Accountant | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution with Membership of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). |
| Company Secretary | Bachelor's degree in any discipline from any recognized University/Institution with Associate/Fellow membership of Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI). |
| Finance | BBA (Finance/Banking) / BMS (Finance/Banking) with 50% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 45%) OR Two years full-time P.G. Diploma in Management (Finance) / Full-time MBA (Finance) degree from Institutions / Universities recognized by Govt. of India /UGC OR Bachelor of Financial and Investment Analysis with 50% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants - 45%). |
| Computer/Information Technology | Four years Bachelor’s Engineering/Technology Degree in Computer Science/ Computer Engineering/ Information Technology / Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunications/ Electronics & Communication/ Electronics & Instrumentation / Data Science / Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence from any recognized University/Institution with 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants 55%) in aggregate OR Post Graduate degree in Computer Science/ Computer Engineering / Computer Applications/Information Technology / Electronics/ Electronics & Telecommunications/ Electronics & Communication/ Electronics & Instrumentation / Data Science / Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence with 55% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants 50%) in aggregate OR Graduate with 60% marks and DOEACC ‘B’ Level. |
| Agriculture Engineering | Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Engineering from any recognized University / Institution with a minimum of 60% marks (PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate OR Post Graduate Degree in Agriculture Engineering with a minimum of 55% marks (PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate. |
| Plantation & Horticulture | Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture from any recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks (PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate OR Post Graduate degree in Horticulture with a minimum of 55% marks (PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate. |
| Fisheries | Bachelor’s Degree in Fisheries Science from a recognized University/Institution with 60% marks (ST/PWBD applicants 55%) in aggregate OR Post graduate degree in Fisheries Science with 55% marks (ST/PWBD applicants 50%) in aggregate. |
| Land Development & Soil Science | Bachelor’s Degree in Soil Science/Agriculture/Environmental Science from any recognized University/Institution with 60% marks (PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate OR Post graduate degree in Soil Science/Agriculture/Environmental Science with 55% marks (PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate. |
| Food Processing | Bachelor’s Degree in Food Processing /Food Technology /Dairy Technology from a recognized University/Institution with 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate OR Post graduate degree with 55% marks in aggregate. |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from any recognized University/Institution with a minimum of 60% marks (SC/PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate OR Post Graduate degree with 55% marks in aggregate. |
| Electrical Engineering | Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University/Institution with 60% marks (PWBD applicants - 55%) in aggregate OR Post graduate degree with 55% marks in aggregate. |
| Media Specialist | Post graduate degree in Mass Media/Mass Communication/Communication/ Journalism from a recognized University/Institution with 55% marks (PWBD applicants - 50%) in aggregate. |
| Economics | Post Graduate degree in Applied Economics with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/PWD applicants-50%) in aggregate from any recognized University/Institution. Candidates with Economics as one of the main subjects at all years/semesters will only be eligible. |
| Assistant Manager in Grade ‘A’ (Legal Service) | Bachelor’s Degree in Law recognized by the UGC and the Bar Council of India with a minimum aggregate of 60% marks across all semesters/years, OR possess an LLM Degree with at least 55% aggregate marks. |
| Assistant Manager in Grade ‘A’ (Protocol & Security Service) | Officer with a minimum of ten years' (five years in case of PWBD candidates) of Commissioned Service in the Army/Navy/Air Force holding a valid Ex-Serviceman Identity Card. |
Application Fee Structure
Review the application fee details below before filling out your forms:
- General Category & Others: Application Fee Rs. 700 + Intimation charges Rs. 150 = Total Rs. 850
- SC/ ST/ PWD: Application Fee NIL + Intimation charges Rs. 150 = Total Rs. 150
| Category | Application Fee | Intimation charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Category & Others | Rs. 700 | Rs. 150 | Rs. 850 |
| SC/ ST/ PWD | NIL | Rs. 150 | Rs. 150 |
Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
The selection process for Grade A (RDBS) comprises three key stages: Prelims, Mains, and the Interview round. Officers in Grade ‘A’ (P & SS) undergo a selection process consisting solely of an interview round, preceded by a mandatory MCQ-based Psychometric Test of 90 minutes.
- Stage 1- Prelims: 200 marks, 120 minutes
- Stage 2- Mains: 200 marks, 210 minutes
- Stage 3- Interview: 50 marks
| NABARD Grade A Stages | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1- Prelims | 200 marks | 120 minutes |
| Stage 2- Mains | 200 marks | 210 minutes |
| Stage 3- Interview | 50 marks | -- |
Prelims Exam Structure
| Sno | Sections | Total Marks/ No. of Questions | Time Taken |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Test of Reasoning | 20 | Composite time of 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| 2. | English Language | 30 | Composite time of 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| 3. | Computer Knowledge | 20 | Composite time of 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| 4. | Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | Composite time of 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| 5. | Decision Making | 10 | Composite time of 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| 6. | General Awareness | 20 | Composite time of 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| 7. | Eco & Soc. Issues (with focus on Rural India) | 40 | Composite time of 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| 8. | Agriculture & Rural Development with Emphasis on Rural India | 40 | Composite time of 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| Total | 200 | Composite time of 2 hours (120 minutes) |
Mains Exam Structure for Generalist
| Papers | Subjects | Type of Paper | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General English | Online Descriptive | 3 | 100 | 90 Minutes |
| Paper-II | Economic and Social Issues and Agriculture & Rural Development | Objective | 30 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Paper-II | Economic and Social Issues and Agriculture & Rural Development | Descriptive Type | 4 out of 6 | 50 | 90 Minutes |
NABARD Grade A Syllabus Overview
Preparation requires a detailed roadmap. For in-depth topics, refer to Click to Check the NABARD Grade A Syllabus 2026 and evaluate past trends using NABARD Grade A Previous Year Question Papers- Download PDF. Additionally, maintain consistency with Current Affairs.
Salary and Emoluments
The basic starting salary for a NABARD Grade A Officer is Rs. 44,500/- with initial monthly gross emoluments approximating Rs. 1,00,000/-. Learn more about financial perks via NABARD Grade A Salary Structure- Click to Check Details.
| Basic Pay | Pay-scale | Additional Allowances |
|---|---|---|
| Rs. 44,500/- | Rs. 44500 – 2500 (4) – 54500 – 2850 (7) – 74450 – EB – 2850 (4) – 85850 – 3300 (1) – 89150 | Dearness Allowance, Local Compensatory Allowance, House Rent Allowance, vehicle maintenance reimbursement, newspaper, internet, telephone charges, book grant and Grade Allowance. |
Previous Cut-Offs & Performance Benchmarks
Analyzing past benchmarks is essential. Review previous performance standards via NABARD Grade A Cut Off 2026 Out- Click to Check and Check NABARD Cut Off - Previous Year.
Steps to Check NABARD Result 2026
Once evaluation concludes, follow these procedural steps to access your selection status:
- Visit the official website of NABARD www.nabard.org
- Search for the result link that appeared on the home page.
- The NABARD Grade A Result PDF will be opened on your screen.
- Check your roll number in the result list.
- Download the result file and save it for future reference.
After checking your qualification status, candidates should immediately review their performance metrics using NABARD Grade A Score Card 2026 Out - Click to Check. Moreover, remember that the NABARD Admit Card becomes available approximately 10 to 12 days prior to any examination date. Ensure you download your hall tickets on time and plan your travel arrangements ahead of the examination window.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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