NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 162 Vacancies

Introduction
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has launched the 2026 recruitment drive for Development Assistant (DA) and Development Assistant (Hindi) posts. A total of 162 positions are open across India, offering a secure central‑government banking career with an initial gross salary of approximately ₹46,500 per month. The online application window is limited to 17 January 2026 – 03 February 2026, so aspirants should act swiftly.

Recruitment Overview

Feature	Details
Department/Board	National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
Post Name	Development Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi)
Exam Name	NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Selection Process
Total Vacancy	162 (159 DA + 3 DA Hindi)
Category	New Job Recruitment
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	www.nabard.org

Important Dates

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 (date to be announced)

Application Fee Details

Category	Fee (incl. GST)
General / OBC / EWS	₹649
SC / ST / PWBD	₹118
Payment Mode	Online only (non‑refundable)

Vacancy & Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

• Minimum: 21 years (as on 01 January 2026)
• Maximum: 35 years (as on 01 January 2026)
• Relaxations:
  • SC/ST – +5 years
  • OBC – +3 years
  • PWBD – up to +15 years
  • Ex‑Servicemen – service period + 3 years
  • Widows/Divorced Women – as per government rules

Educational Qualification

Post	Qualification Required
Development Assistant (DA)	Any Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50 % marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PWBD/Ex‑Servicemen). Basic computer knowledge is mandatory.
Development Assistant (Hindi)	Bachelor’s degree with Hindi & English as compulsory/elective subjects or degree where Hindi/English are main subjects, plus minimum 50 % marks (relaxed for reserved categories). Ability to translate English ↔ Hindi is essential.

Language Proficiency

Candidates must be fluent in the official language of the state where they apply, capable of reading, writing, speaking, and understanding it.

State‑wise Vacancy Distribution

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 slots (see official notification)
Total	159

Development Assistant (Hindi) – 3 Posts

State / Office	Vacancies
Andhra Pradesh	1
Maharashtra (HO Mumbai)	1
Tamil Nadu	1
Total	3

Note: Candidates may apply for only one state and one post (DA or DA Hindi).

How to Apply Online for NABARD Development Assistant 2026?

1. Open the official portal: www.nabard.org.
2. Locate the “Recruitment” or “Latest News” banner and click the link titled “NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online”.
3. Choose “New Registration”, fill in your basic details, and generate a unique login ID and password.
4. Complete the online form: provide personal information, educational details, and select the preferred state and post.
5. Upload clear scans of your photograph, signature, thumb impression, and a hand‑written declaration as per the guidelines.
6. Pay the applicable application fee (₹649 for General/OBC/EWS or ₹118 for SC/ST/PWBD) through the integrated online payment gateway.
7. Review all entries carefully, then click “Submit”. A confirmation screen with your Application ID will appear—download and save the PDF for future reference.

Urgent Reminder: The final day to submit the application is 03 February 2026. Late submissions will not be entertained.

Important Links

Link Name	Direct Link
Apply Online	Apply Here
Download Notification	NABARD DA 2026 Notification (PDF)
Official Website	www.nabard.org
Join WhatsApp Group	Join Now
Join Telegram Channel	Join Now

Conclusion

NABARD’s 2026 Development Assistant recruitment presents a rare opportunity for fresh graduates and experienced professionals to secure a respectable banking position with attractive remuneration. Verify all details against the official notification, complete the application before 03 February 2026, and keep your confirmation receipt safe.

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