NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2025: Complete Notification Details
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released its Advertisement No. 05/Grade A/2025-26 inviting applications for the post of Assistant Manager in Grade ‘A’ under Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS), Legal, and Protocol & Security Service (P&SS). This recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for you are a graduate and professional aspiring to work with India’s premier development bank that focuses on agriculture and rural development.
About NABARD
NABARD is an apex financial institution fully owned by the Government of India. Established to promote sustainable and equitable agriculture and rural prosperity, it plays a pivotal role in policy formation, credit planning, and implementation of developmental schemes across rural India.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration of Applications | 8 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 November 2025 |
| Preliminary Examination | 20 December 2025 |
| Mains Examination | 25 January 2026 |
| Psychometric Test | To be notified later |
You are advised to submit applications well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Vacancies Overview
The total number of vacancies for NABARD Grade A 2025 is 91 across multiple disciplines:
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (RDBS) | 85 |
| Assistant Manager (Legal) | 2 |
| Assistant Manager (Protocol & Security Service) | 4 |
| Total | 91 |
Reservation has been provided as per Government of India norms, including horizontal reservation for PwBD candidates.
Discipline-wise Vacancies (RDBS)
The RDBS category includes both general and specialized streams:
- General – 48 posts
- Chartered Accountant (CA) – 4 posts
- Company Secretary (CS) – 2 posts
- Finance – 5 posts
- Computer/Information Technology – 10 posts
- Agriculture Engineering – 1 post
- Plantation & Horticulture – 2 posts
- Fisheries – 2 posts
- Food Processing – 2 posts
- Land Development & Soil Science – 2 posts
- Civil Engineering – 2 posts
- Electrical Engineering – 2 posts
- Media Specialist – 1 post
- Economics – 2 posts
Educational Qualifications (as of 01 November 2025)
For RDBS (General)
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD) or
Postgraduate degree / MBA / PGDM with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD),
OR CA/CS/CMA/ICWA/PhD.
For Legal
Bachelor’s Degree in Law recognized by UGC and Bar Council of India with minimum 60% marks,
OR LLM with minimum 55% marks.
For Protocol & Security Service
Minimum of 10 years Commissioned Service in the Army/Navy/Air Force (5 years for PwBD).
Age Limit (as of 01 November 2025)
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Grade A (RDBS / Legal) | 21–30 years |
| Grade A (P&SS) | 25–40 years |
Age Relaxation:
- OBC: +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- PwBD: +10–15 years (depending on category)
Salary and Perks
NABARD offers one of the most attractive pay structures in the government banking sector.
- Basic Pay: ₹44,500 per month
- Pay Scale: ₹44,500 – 89,150 (over 17 years)
- Approx. Monthly Gross Salary: ₹1,00,000 (including allowances)
Perks and Benefits:
- House Rent / Accommodation
- Reimbursement for Vehicle, Internet, and Telephone
- Medical Facilities and Group Insurance
- LTC, Book Grant, and other benefits
- Pension under NPS (New Pension Scheme)
Selection Process
The recruitment process will consist of four phases:
Preliminary Exam (Phase I)
Mode: Online
Duration: 120 minutes
Total Marks: 200
| Section | Marks | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Decision Making | 10 | 10 |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| Economic & Social Issues | 40 | 40 |
| Agriculture & Rural Development | 40 | 40 |
Marks in the Merit section (GA, ESI, ARD) will determine selection for Phase II.
Mains Exam (Phase II)
Mode: Online Descriptive + Objective
Total Marks: 200
For Generalist Posts:
- Paper I: English (Descriptive) – 100 Marks
- Paper II: Economic & Social Issues & Agriculture & Rural Development – 100 Marks
For Specialist & Legal Posts:
- Paper I: English (Descriptive) – 100 Marks
- Paper II: Stream-specific paper (Objective + Descriptive) – 100 Marks
Psychometric Test
A 90-minute MCQ-based test designed to evaluate the candidate’s personality and psychological aptitude.
Interview
- Marks: 50
- You can choose Hindi or English for the interview.
Final selection will be based on Mains + Interview marks combined.
Exam Centres
Preliminary Exam: Across 33 states and union territories
Mains & Psychometric Test: 18 major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Bengaluru, etc.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | 850 (700 + 150 intimation) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 150 (intimation only) |
| NABARD Staff | Reimbursable upon eligibility |
How to Apply
If you are eligible you can apply only through the official NABARD website.
Steps to Apply:
- You can visit www.nabard.org
- You can go to “Careers → Apply Online” under the relevant advertisement.
- You can click on “New Registration” and fill in your basic details.
- Upload:
- Passport-size photo
- Signature
- Left thumb impression
- Handwritten declaration
- You can pay the application fee online.
- You can download and print the confirmation page.
Handwritten Declaration Text:
“I, (Name of the Candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true, and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
Job Responsibilities
Depending on the discipline, the selected Assistant Managers will handle various specialized and general functions:
- Rural Credit Planning and Project Appraisal
- Policy Formulation for Agricultural Finance
- Monitoring Developmental Schemes
- Legal Advisory and Documentation (Legal Discipline)
- Security and Protocol Management (P&SS Discipline)
- Coordination with Government and State Agencies
Exam Syllabus (Indicative)
Paper I: English (Descriptive)
Essay writing, comprehension, précis writing, business correspondence, and expression analysis.
Paper II (for General Discipline):
Economic & Social Issues:
- Indian Economy
- Economic Reforms & Globalization
- Poverty Alleviation
- Inflation & Employment
- Social Justice & Human Development
Agriculture & Rural Development:
- Cropping Systems & Soil Science
- Irrigation, Water Resources, and Farm Mechanization
- Horticulture & Animal Husbandry
- Agricultural Finance & Rural Banking
- Climate Change & Sustainable Development
Emoluments and Promotion
New recruits join as Assistant Manager (Grade A) and may be promoted to higher grades based on performance:
- Manager (Grade B)
- Assistant General Manager (Grade C)
- Deputy General Manager (Grade D)
- General Manager (Grade E)
Why Choose NABARD?
Working at NABARD is more than just a government job — it’s an opportunity to contribute directly to India’s rural and agricultural development. Some key reasons include:
- National-level exposure in policy and finance
- Work-life balance and high salary package
- Career growth in a respected public sector institution
- Contribution to rural prosperity and sustainable development
Key Takeaways
- Total Vacancies: 91
- Salary: ₹1 lakh per month (approx.)
- Last Date to Apply: 30 November 2025
- Exam Date: 20 December 2025 (Prelims)
- Official Website: www.nabard.org
Conclusion
The NABARD Grade A 2025 recruitment is a prestigious gateway for you are aim to serve in the agricultural and rural development sector while enjoying a rewarding banking career. With an attractive pay scale, nationwide posting opportunities, and a strong professional reputation, NABARD continues to be one of the most sought-after institutions for government job aspirants in India.
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