NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026: National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released the Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification for 162 posts including Development Assistant and Development Assistant (Hindi). Eligible candidates can apply online through the our website. Selection will be conducted through Prelims, Mains, and Language Proficiency Test. For more such vacancy visit us.
Overview
| Organization | NABARD |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Development Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi) |
| Total Vacancies | 162 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Pay Scale | ₹23,100 – ₹55,700 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Prelims + Mains + LPT |
| Official Website | nabard.org |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 17 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 17 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 February 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 21 February 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 12 April 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Development Assistant | 159 |
| Development Assistant (Hindi) | 3 |
| Total | 162 |
Eligibility / Educational Qualification
Development Assistant
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline
- Minimum 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen)
- Knowledge of word processing on PC
Development Assistant (Hindi)
- Bachelor’s Degree with Hindi & English as compulsory/elective subjects
- Minimum 50% marks (Pass class for reserved categories)
- Ability to translate English ↔ Hindi
- Knowledge of word processing on PC
Language Proficiency
Candidate must be proficient in the official language of the state applied for.
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| 21 Years | 35 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10–15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per rules |
| Widows / Divorced Women (SC/ST) | 5 Years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹100 |
| All Others | ₹550 |
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
Exam Pattern
Prelims – Development Assistant
| Section | Question | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 40 | 40 | 20 min |
| Maths | 30 | 30 | 20 min |
| Reasoning | 30 | 30 | 20 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
Prelims – DA (Hindi)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 40 | 40 |
| Professional Knowledge | 30 | 30 |
| Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
Mains – Development Assistant
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Computer Knowledge | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 |
| Reasoning | 30 |
| General Awareness (Agri, Rural, Banking) | 50 |
| English (Descriptive) | 50 |
| Total | 200 |
Syllabus
- Reasoning
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English Language
- Computer Knowledge
- General Awareness (Agriculture, Rural Development, Banking)
- Professional Knowledge (Hindi post)
Salary / Pay Scale
- Basic Pay: ₹23,100
- Pay Scale: ₹20,700 – ₹55,700
- Gross Salary: Approx. ₹46,500 per month
- Includes DA, HRA, TA & other allowances
Application Process
- Visit NABARD official website
- Click on Apply Online – Development Assistant 2026
- Complete registration
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit and print application
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| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
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NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. Total vacancies in NABARD DA 2026?
162 posts.
Q2. Is graduation mandatory?
Yes, Bachelor’s degree required.
Q3. Is there negative marking?
Yes, ¼ mark per wrong answer.
Q4. What is the age limit?
21 to 35 years.