NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 162 Vacancies
NABARD DA 2026 Overview
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released the notification for recruiting Development Assistants and Development Assistants (Hindi) in Group B cadre. This recruitment aims to fill 162 vacancies across various regional offices in India, offering eligible aspirants a chance for stable government jobs in the banking sector focused on rural development. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and meet age criteria to apply. The online application window is open from January 17 to February 3, 2026, with preliminary exams scheduled for February 21, 2026. Aspirants should review the official notification for detailed requirements and prepare accordingly.
NABARD DA Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 17 January 2026
- Online Application Starts: 27 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 3 February 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 3 February 2026
- Exam Date Preliminary: 21 February 2026
- Exam Date Main: 12 April 2026
- Admit Card Release: Available Soon!
- Result Date: Check back soon on the official website.
- Candidates are advised to confirm from the official website.
NABARD DA Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 450/- (Rs. 400 application fee + Rs. 50 intimation charges)
- SC / ST / PH: Rs. 50/- (intimation charges only)
- Pay your fee online: debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI, whatever works for you.
Assam Police Forest Guard Vacancy Details
- Total vacancies: 162 (159 for Development Assistant + 3 for Development Assistant).
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Development Assistant | 159 | All India Regional Offices |
| Development Assistant (Hindi) | 3 | All India Regional Offices |
Development Assistant (Total: 159 Vacancies)
Sr. No. | Regional Office/State | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Andaman and Nicobar | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2 | Andhra Pradesh | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
3 | Assam | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
4 | Bihar | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
5 | Chhattisgarh | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
6 | Goa | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
7 | Gujarat | 9 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
8 | Haryana | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
9 | Himachal Pradesh | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
10 | Jammu & Kashmir | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
11 | Jharkhand | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
12 | Karnataka | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
13 | Kerala | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
14 | Ladakh | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
15 | Madhya Pradesh | 10 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
16 | Maharashtra (Includes Head Office, Mumbai) | 48 | 20 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 8 |
17 | Manipur | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
18 | Meghalaya | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
19 | New Delhi | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
20 | Odisha | 8 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
21 | Punjab | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
22 | Rajasthan | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
23 | Tamil Nadu | 9 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
24 | Uttar Pradesh | 11 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
25 | West Bengal | 8 | 3 | 2* | 0 | 2 | 1 |
Total |
| 159 | 78 | 21 | 17 | 26 | 17 |
Development Assistant (Hindi) (Total: 3 Vacancies)
Sr. No. | Regional Office/State | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Andhra Pradesh | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2 | Maharashtra (HO - Mumbai) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
3 | Tamil Nadu | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Total |
| 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
NABARD DA Salary 2026
| Pay Scale | Pay Level | Approximate In-Hand Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Rs. 20,700 - 55,700 | Group B | Rs. 32,000 - 35,000 (initial, incl. allowances) |
NABARD DA Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (pass class for SC/ST/PWBD candidates) for Development Assistant. For Development Assistant (Hindi), Bachelor degree with Hindi and English as subjects or Hindi as medium of instruction, with minimum 50% marks (pass for reserved).
- Age Limit (as on cut-off date mentioned in noti): 21 to 35 years as on January 1, 2026 (born between January 2, 1991, and January 1, 2005).
- Mandatory Requirement: Proficiency in local language of the state applied for; candidates must produce 10th/12th certificate with the language as a subject.
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PWBD (General), 13 years for PWBD (OBC), 15 years for PWBD (SC/ST), and as per rules for Ex-Servicemen.
- Any other official conditions: Candidates must be Indian citizens; no experience required.
NABARD DA Selection Process
- Phase I Preliminary Online Exam (Objective, qualifying nature).
- Phase II Main Online Exam (Objective and Descriptive).
- Final: Language Proficiency Test (LPT) for shortlisted candidates; document verification.
NABARD DA How to Apply
- Go to official website nabard.org.
- Click on the 'Careers' section and find the link for Development Assistant Recruitment 2026.
- Register by providing basic details like name, email, and mobile number to get login credentials.
- Log in and fill the application form with personal, educational, and other required details.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and any other documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee online through the integrated payment gateway.
- Review all entries, submit the form, and download the confirmation page for records.
NABARD DA Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Follow if you want updates |
| Join Telegram Channel | Follow if you want updates |
| Join Arattai Channel | Follow if you want updates |
| Important Tools | Click Here |
| Home | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the educational requirement for NABARD Development Assistant?
A1: Candidates need a bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks; reserved categories require only a pass.
Q2: How can I apply for NABARD DA Recruitment 2026?
A2: Visit nabard.org, go to careers, register, fill the form, upload documents, pay fees, and submit online.
Q3: What is the application fee for OBC candidates?
A3: OBC candidates pay Rs. 450, which includes application and intimation charges.
Q4: When is the NABARD DA Preliminary Exam scheduled?
A4: The Phase I exam is set for February 21, 2026, subject to any changes.
Q5: Is there age relaxation for SC candidates?
A5: Yes, SC candidates get 5 years relaxation on the upper age limit of 35 years.
Q6: How do I download the NABARD DA Admit Card?
A6: Admit cards will be available on nabard.org; log in with registration details to download.
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