{"id":21774,"date":"2026-01-19T12:35:15","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T07:05:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studybizz.com\/jobs\/?p=21774"},"modified":"2026-01-19T12:35:21","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T07:05:21","slug":"nabard-development-assistant-recruitment-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/studybizz.com\/jobs\/nabard-development-assistant-recruitment-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026: Notification, Vacancies, Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Apply Online"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released the Development Assistant \/ Development Assistant (Hindi) Recruitment Notification 2026<\/strong>. This recruitment drive offers a stable central government banking career<\/strong> with postings across multiple states in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NABARD is an apex development financial institution wholly owned by the Government of India, playing a crucial role in agriculture, rural development, and financial inclusion<\/strong>. The Development Assistant post is equivalent to a clerical cadre<\/strong> position with excellent long-term benefits and career progression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article provides complete and verified details<\/strong> on NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026, including important dates, state-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limit, exam pattern, salary, and application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 \u2013 Overview<\/a><\/li>
Important Dates<\/a><\/li>
NABARD Development Assistant Vacancy Details 2026<\/a>
Total Vacancies<\/a><\/li>
State-wise Vacancies (Highlights)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
Eligibility Criteria for NABARD Development Assistant 2026<\/a>
Educational Qualification<\/a><\/li>
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
NABARD Development Assistant Salary 2026<\/a>
Allowances Include<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
Selection Process<\/a>
Phase I \u2013 Preliminary Examination<\/a><\/li>
Phase II \u2013 Main Examination<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
How to Apply for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026<\/a><\/li>
Why Choose NABARD?<\/a><\/li>
Important Links \u2013 NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a>
Q1. What is the last date to apply for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?<\/a><\/li>
Q2. How many vacancies are announced by NABARD in 2026?<\/a><\/li>
Q3. Can candidates apply for more than one state?<\/a><\/li>
Q4. What is the salary of a NABARD Development Assistant?<\/a><\/li>
Q5. Is there an interview in NABARD Development Assistant recruitment?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n
<\/span>NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 \u2013 Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Particulars<\/th> Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Organization<\/td> National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development<\/td><\/tr>
Post Name<\/td> Development Assistant \/ Development Assistant (Hindi)<\/td><\/tr>
Advertisement No.<\/td> 08\/DA\/2025\u201326<\/td><\/tr>
Total Vacancies<\/td> 162<\/td><\/tr>
Job Location<\/td> State-wise across India<\/td><\/tr>
Application Mode<\/td> Online<\/td><\/tr>
Selection Process<\/td> Prelims + Mains<\/td><\/tr>
Official Website<\/td> nabard.org<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Important Dates<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Online Application Start Date:<\/strong> 17 January 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Last Date to Apply Online:<\/strong> 03 February 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Preliminary Exam Date:<\/strong> 21 February 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Main Exam Date:<\/strong> 12 April 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
NABARD reserves the right to modify dates due to administrative reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>NABARD Development Assistant Vacancy Details 2026<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Total Vacancies<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Development Assistant:<\/strong> 159<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Development Assistant (Hindi):<\/strong> 3<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Grand Total:<\/strong> 162<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>State-wise Vacancies (Highlights)<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Maharashtra (including Head Office Mumbai): 48<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Uttar Pradesh: 11<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Madhya Pradesh: 10<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Tamil Nadu: 9<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Gujarat: 9<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Andhra Pradesh: 7<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Candidates can apply for only one state and one post<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Eligibility Criteria for NABARD Development Assistant 2026<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Educational Qualification<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Bachelor\u2019s Degree<\/strong> in any discipline from a recognized university<\/li>\n\n\n\n
For Development Assistant (Hindi):\n
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Hindi as a subject at graduation level and proficiency in English<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Category<\/th> Age Limit<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
General \/ EWS<\/td> 21 to 35 Years<\/td><\/tr>
OBC<\/td> Relaxation as per rules<\/td><\/tr>
SC \/ ST<\/td> Relaxation as per rules<\/td><\/tr>
PwBD \/ Ex-Servicemen<\/td> As per Government norms<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>NABARD Development Assistant Salary 2026<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Basic Pay:<\/strong> \u20b913,150<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Gross Monthly Salary:<\/strong> \u20b932,000 \u2013 \u20b935,000 (approx.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Allowances Include<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Dearness Allowance (DA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
House Rent Allowance (HRA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Transport Allowance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Medical & LTC benefits<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Pension under NPS<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Selection Process<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The recruitment process consists of two phases<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Phase I \u2013 Preliminary Examination<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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English Language<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Numerical Ability<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Reasoning Ability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Phase II \u2013 Main Examination<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Reasoning<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Quantitative Aptitude<\/li>\n\n\n\n
General Awareness<\/li>\n\n\n\n
English \/ Hindi (post-specific)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Final selection is based on Main Examination marks only<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>How to Apply for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Visit nabard.org<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Go to Careers \u2192 Recruitment Notices<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Click on Development Assistant Recruitment 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Register and fill the online application form<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Upload required documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Pay the application fee<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Submit and save the confirmation page<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Why Choose NABARD?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Central Government job security<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Work-life balance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Posting in home state (subject to vacancy)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Direct contribution to rural development<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Reputed banking institution<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Important Links \u2013 NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Official Notification PDF:<\/strong> Download<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Apply Online:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.nabard.org<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Careers Page:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.nabard.org\/career.aspx<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Helpline:<\/strong> https:\/\/cgrs.ibps.in<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Q1. What is the last date to apply for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The last date to apply online is 03 February 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Q2. How many vacancies are announced by NABARD in 2026?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A total of 162 vacancies<\/strong> have been announced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Q3. Can candidates apply for more than one state?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
No. Candidates can apply for only one state and one post<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Q4. What is the salary of a NABARD Development Assistant?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The gross monthly salary is approximately \u20b932,000 to \u20b935,000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Q5. Is there an interview in NABARD Development Assistant recruitment?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
No. There is no interview<\/strong>. Selection is based on the Main exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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