NABARD Recruitment 2026 Registration Open for Development Assistant, Apply Online for 162 Vacancies
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has officially released the NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification for a total of 162 posts, including Development Assistant (DA) and Development Assistant (Hindi).
The online application process is open from 17 January 2026 to 03 February 2026 on the official website nabard.org. This recruitment offers a stable central government banking job with an initial gross salary of around ₹46,500 per month.
NABARD Development Assistant 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | NABARD |
| Post Name | Development Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi) |
| Total Vacancies | 162 (159 DA + 3 DA Hindi) |
| Advertisement No. | 08/DA/2025-26 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India (State-wise) |
| Pay Scale | ₹20,700 – ₹55,700 |
| Initial Gross Salary | ~₹46,500 per month |
| Official Website | www.nabard.org |
NABARD Development Assistant Vacancy Details 2026 (State-wise)
Development Assistant (159 Posts)
| State / Office | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra (incl. HO Mumbai) | 48 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 11 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 10 |
| Gujarat | 9 |
| Tamil Nadu | 9 |
| Odisha | 8 |
| West Bengal | 8 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 7 |
| Karnataka | 7 |
| Assam | 5 |
| Rajasthan | 5 |
| Chhattisgarh | 5 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 4 |
| Haryana | 3 |
| Kerala | 3 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 3 |
| New Delhi | 3 |
| Others (multiple states) | Remaining |
| Total | 159 |
Development Assistant (Hindi) – 3 Posts
- Andhra Pradesh – 1
- Maharashtra (HO Mumbai) – 1
- Tamil Nadu – 1
📌 Important: Candidates can apply for only one State and one post.
Eligibility Criteria for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
For Development Assistant (DA):
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline
- Minimum 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PWBD/Ex-Servicemen)
- Basic knowledge of computer applications
For Development Assistant (Hindi):
- Bachelor’s Degree with Hindi & English as compulsory/elective subjects
- OR Degree with Hindi/English as main subjects
- Minimum 50% marks (relaxation for reserved categories)
- Ability to translate English ↔ Hindi
Language Proficiency
- Candidates must be proficient in the official language of the State applied for
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the language
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PWBD: Up to 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Service period + 3 years
- Widows/Divorced Women: As per rules
Salary & Allowances – NABARD Development Assistant
- Basic Pay (Starting): ₹23,100
- Gross Monthly Salary: ~₹46,500
Allowances & Perks
- DA, HRA, CCA, Transport Allowance
- Medical facilities & insurance
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Housing, Car & Education Loans
- Pension under NPS
- Career growth & promotion opportunities
Application Fee
| Category | Total Fee (incl. GST) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PWBD | ₹118 |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹649 |
📌 Fee is non-refundable and payable online only.
Important Dates – NABARD Development Assistant 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 17 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 February 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | 21 February 2026 |
| Main Exam | 12 April 2026 |
| Language Proficiency Test | After Main Exam |
Selection Process – NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026
Stage 1: Preliminary Exam (Qualifying)
- English Language
- Reasoning
- Numerical Ability
Stage 2: Main Examination
- Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude
- General Awareness (Banking, Agriculture, Rural Development)
- Computer Knowledge
- Descriptive English / Hindi
Stage 3: Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
📌 Mandatory unless exempted.
- Negative Marking: ¼ mark per wrong answer
- Final Merit: Based on Main Exam marks only
How to Apply Online for NABARD Development Assistant 2026
- Visit www.nabard.org
- Open Recruitment – Development Assistant 2026
- Click on New Registration
- Fill basic details & generate login credentials
- Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression & handwritten declaration
- Pay application fee online
- Submit and download the application form
🔔 Important Reminder
The last date to apply online is 03 February 2026. Candidates are advised to apply early and rely only on official NABARD notifications.