NABARD Recruitment 2026: Development Assistant Vacancies Announced
NABARD Recruitment 2026: Development Assistant Vacancies Announced
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released its official advertisement (No. 08/DA/2025-26) for the recruitment of Development Assistants and Development Assistants (Hindi). This is a significant opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in India's apex development bank.
Below is a comprehensive guide to the important dates, vacancy details, and application guidelines based on the official notification.
Key Dates to Remember
Applicants should note these critical deadlines to ensure their candidature is considered:
- Online Registration & Fee Payment: January 17, 2026, to February 03, 2026
- Phase-I (Preliminary) Online Examination: February 21, 2026
- Phase-II (Main) Online Examination: April 12, 2026
Vacancy Breakdown
NABARD has announced a total of 162 vacancies across various regional offices.
1. Development Assistant (Total: 159)
The majority of vacancies are for the general Development Assistant role. The states with the highest number of openings include:
- Maharashtra (including Mumbai HO): 48 vacancies
- Uttar Pradesh: 11 vacancies
- Madhya Pradesh: 10 vacancies
- Gujarat & Tamil Nadu: 09 vacancies each
2. Development Assistant - Hindi (Total: 03)
Specific vacancies for the Hindi stream are available in:
- Andhra Pradesh: 01
- Maharashtra (HO Mumbai): 01
- Tamil Nadu: 01
Eligibility and Application Rules
Before applying, candidates should be aware of the following specific rules:
- Single State Application: You can apply for vacancies in one State only.
- Single Post Rule: Candidates can apply for either Development Assistant OR Development Assistant (Hindi), but not both.
- Horizontal Reservation: Reservations for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PWBD) and Ex-Servicemen (EXS) are applied horizontally within the overall state-wise vacancies.
- OBC Category: Candidates in the 'Creamy Layer' are not entitled to OBC reservation and must apply under the Unreserved (UR) category.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only through the official NABARD website.
- Visit www.nabard.org.
- Navigate to the recruitment section for Development Assistants.
- Fill out the application form and pay the requisite fees before February 03, 2026.
- Keep a printout of the application and fee receipt for future reference.
Note: In case of technical issues with the form or payment, candidates can contact the helpline at https://cgrs.ibps.in with the subject line "NABARD Development Assistant/ Development Assistant (Hindi) Examination".