The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released a short notification for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 to fill 162 vacancies for Development Assistant and Development Assistant (Hindi) posts under Group ‘B’ cadre.
Candidates possessing any Bachelor’s Degree are eligible to apply online through the official NABARD website. The online application process begins on 17 January 2026 and the last date to apply is 03 February 2026.
NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Post Name | Development Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi) |
| Cadre | Group ‘B’ |
| Total Vacancies | 162 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 17-01-2026 |
| Last Date | 03-02-2026 |
| Qualification | Any Bachelor’s Degree |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | https://www.nabard.org |
NABARD Development Assistant Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Development Assistant (Group ‘B’) | 159 |
| Development Assistant (Hindi) (Group ‘B’) | 3 |
| Total | 162 |
Educational Qualification
- Any Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or institution
- Additional qualification and language requirements (especially for Hindi post) will be detailed in the full notification
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 17 January 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 03 February 2026 |
Selection Process (Expected)
As per previous NABARD Development Assistant recruitments, the selection process may include:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Language Proficiency Test (for Hindi post)
- Document Verification
Exact exam pattern, syllabus, and selection stages will be confirmed in the detailed notification.
Application Fee
- Application fee details are not mentioned in the short notice
- Fee structure will be announced along with the detailed notification
How to Apply for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official NABARD website: https://www.nabard.org
- Navigate to Careers → Recruitment Notices
- Click on NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Complete online registration with valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in personal, educational, and other required details
- Upload scanned photograph and signature
- Submit the application form
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference
Important Instructions
- Applications will be accepted online only
- Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria
- Posting may be anywhere in India
- NABARD reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process
- In case of any discrepancy, the official notification shall prevail
Important Links
- Short Notification PDF: Available on NABARD website
- Apply Online: From 17-01-2026
- Official Website: https://www.nabard.org
NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. When does the NABARD Development Assistant 2026 application start?
A. 17 January 2026
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
A. 03 February 2026
Q3. How many vacancies are announced?
A. 162 vacancies
Q4. What is the educational qualification required?
A. Any Bachelor’s Degree
Q5. Where can I apply online?
A. On the official NABARD website – https://www.nabard.org
