NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026: The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has issued an official notification for direct recruitment to Group ‘B’ posts of Development Assistant and Development Assistant (Hindi) for the year 2026. NABARD is a leading all-India apex financial institution under the Government of India, dedicated to promoting agriculture and rural development across the country.
Online applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens for these posts. A total of 162 vacancies have been notified. The selection process will consist of a Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview or Skill Test, as applicable. Interested candidates should submit their applications within the prescribed timeline through the official NABARD website.
NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Post Name | Development Assistant |
| Vacancies | 162 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 February 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Category | NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF |
| Official Website | nabard.org |
NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
- Short Notice Released: 15 January 2026
- Full Notification: 17 January 2026
- Application Start Date: 17 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 03 February 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
- Exam Date: To be announced
NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹450/-
- SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen: ₹50/-
- PH (Divyang): ₹50/-
- Payment Mode: Online
NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
- Age Cut-off Date: 01 January 2026
- Age relaxation will be applicable as per rules.
NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 Qualification Details
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Development Assistant | Graduation in any discipline |
| Development Assistant (Hindi) | Graduation with Hindi and English as subjects |
NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Total : 162 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Development Assistant | 159 |
| Development Assistant (Hindi) | 03 |
NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process includes the following stages:
- Preliminary Written Examination
- Main Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply only through online mode by following the steps given below:
- Visit the official website of NABARD.
- Click on the link “Recruitment of Development Assistant – 2026”.
- Register yourself using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload the required documents, including photograph, signature, and relevant certificates.
- Pay the application fee through online payment mode.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF & Apply Online Form Link
| Short Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |