NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 162 Vacancies
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has officially launched the Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 inviting eligible candidates to apply for a total of 162 Group-B posts, including Development Assistant and Development Assistant (Hindi) positions.
🔎 Overview of the Recruitment
The recruitment drive aims to fill 162 vacancies across India. Of these:
- 159 are for Development Assistant roles
- 3 are for Development Assistant (Hindi) specialists
The positions fall under the Group-B cadre and offer stable central government employment with NABARD — India’s apex development finance institution focused on agriculture and rural development.
📅 Important Dates
- Notification Release: January 15, 2026 (short notice)
- Online Registration Begins: January 17, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: February 3, 2026
*(Candidates should submit their applications within this window at the NABARD official website: www.nabard.org.)*
📋 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- For Development Assistant (Hindi), graduation with Hindi/English as a subject may be required.
Age Limit:
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 35 years
Age relaxations are applicable as per government norms.
💻 How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through NABARD’s official recruitment portal:
- Visit www.nabard.org → Careers → Recruitment.
- Click on the Development Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi) — 2026 link.
- Register using your basic details.
- Fill out the application form carefully.
- Upload required documents (photo/signature).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Application fees vary by category and must be paid online.
📍 Selection Process
The selection includes:
- Preliminary Exam
- Main Exam
- Language Proficiency Test (where applicable)
Exact exam dates will be announced in due course on the NABARD website.
💼 Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates will be placed in the appropriate pay scale for NABARD Group-B officers. Reports suggest the gross monthly salary for Development Assistants ranges from approximately ₹23,100 to ₹47,570, with allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and more.
This makes the role financially attractive for candidates seeking a career in rural development banking.
The NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 is now open for 162 posts with online applications accepted from January 17 to February 3, 2026 at nabard.org. Graduates meeting the age and qualification requirements are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
