NABARD Development Assistant Mains Exam Date 2026: Schedule, 162 Vacancies, and Updates

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The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released the comprehensive notification for the Development Assistant position at www.nabard.org, confirming 162 vacancies for the 2026 recruitment cycle. Candidates who successfully cleared the preliminary stage are now eligible for the mains examination, which is officially scheduled to be held on 12th April 2026. 

NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Notification Out

The official NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification, along with the application portal, has been released. This recruitment drive offers a prime opportunity for aspiring professionals to join a premier financial institution. Candidates are encouraged to download the official notification PDF to review all eligibility and selection guidelines thoroughly. 

NABARD Development Assistant Notification 2026 (Official PDF)

NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026- Summary

Applicants who have successfully registered for the NABARD Development Assistant 2026 recruitment must progress through a rigorous two-stage selection process, consisting of a preliminary examination followed by a mains examination. 

NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026- Overview
BoardNational Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
PostsDevelopment Assistant & Development Assistant (Hindi)
Vacancies162
Mains Exam Date12th April 2026
Language of ExamHindi & English.
Negative Marking 0.25 Mark
SelectionPreliminary Exam 
Mains Exam
SalaryRs. 32,000/-
Job LocationAll India 
Official Websitewww.nabard.org

NABARD Development Assistant Mains Exam Date 2026 Out

NABARD is preparing to conduct the second stage of its recruitment process to fill Development Assistant and Development Assistant (Hindi) roles. The NABARD Development Assistant Mains Exam is confirmed to take place on 12th April 2026. 

NABARD Development Assistant Prelims Result 2026 Out - Click to Check

NABARD Development Assistant Mains Admit Card 2026 - Click to Download

NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

The NABARD Development Assistant Notification 2026 was released on 17th January 2026, outlining the comprehensive registration schedule and key exam dates. The mains examination is strictly scheduled for 12th April 2026.

NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
EventsDates
Notification Date17th January 2026
Apply Online Start Date17th January 2026
Last Date to Apply Online3rd February 2026
Last Date to Pay Application Fees3rd February 2026
Last date for printing your application18th February 2026
NABARD Development Assistant Prelims Admit Card14th February 2026
Prelims Exam21st February 2026 
NABARD Development Assistant Result 202630th March 2026
NABARD Development Assistant Mains Card 20261st week of April 2026
Mains Exam12th April 2026

NABARD Development Assistant Expected Cut Off 2026 - Click to Check

NABARD Development Assistant Vacancy 2026

With the release of the 2026 notification, NABARD has announced 162 total vacancies for the 'Group-B' Development Assistant position. Please refer to the official category-wise breakdown to understand the distribution of these posts. 

Post NameTotal
Development Assistant 159
Development Assistant (Hindi)03
Total162
NABARD Development Assistant Vacancy 2026
Regional OfficesTotalURSCSTOBCEWS
Andaman and Nicobar11--------
Andhra Pradesh751--1--
Assam54------1
Bihar1------1--
Chhattisgarh52--2--1
Goa11--------
Gujarat95--121
Haryana311----1
Himachal Pradesh421--1--
Jammu & Kashmir31----11
Jharkhand11--------
Karnataka741--2--
Kerala33--------
Ladakh21--1----
Madhya Pradesh105221--
Maharashtra 
(Includes Head Office, Mumbai)
48208578
Manipur21--1----
Meghalaya1----1----
New Delhi31--11--
Odisha85--21--
Punjab21----1--
Rajasthan52--111
Tamil Nadu942--21
Uttar Pradesh1153--21
West Bengal832--21
Total1597821172617
NABARD Development Assistant (Hindi) Vacancy 2026
Regional OfficesTotalUROBC
Andaman and Nicobar11--
Maharashtra (HO - Mumbai)1--1
Tamil Nadu11--
Total321

NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Application Form  

The short notification for the 2026 exam includes critical registration timelines. Candidates must submit their NABARD Development Assistant application form via www.nabard.org no later than 3rd February 2026. Updates and direct links will be provided here as the process moves forward.

Apply Online for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 (Link Active)

NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Application Fee  

A mandatory application fee is required to finalize your registration for the NABARD Development Assistant Exam 2026, payable exclusively through the official portal. Review the fee structure below before completing your online application. 

Category of CandidatesApplication FeesIntimation chargesTotal
General/ OBC/ EWSRs.450Rs. 100Rs. 550
SC/ ST/ PWD/ EWS/ Ex-ServicemenRs. 50Rs. 100Rs. 100

Steps to Apply for NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026

Candidates should first download the official 2026 notification to verify all eligibility criteria. Follow the documented steps carefully to ensure a successful application submission for the NABARD Development Assistant Exam.

  1. Visit the official website of NABARD “https://www.nabard.org/”.
  2. Click on “Career Notice” and then a new page opens on the screen.
  3. Search for the “Recruitment to the post of Development Assistant/Development Assistant (Hindi) in Group B - 2026” and under this, click on “Apply Here”.
  4. You are redirected to a new page with Url- https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/nabhindec25/.
  5. Then click on “Click here for New Registration" if a new user or "Login for already Registered Candidates” if already registered.
  6. You need to submit the essential details and documents as asked while filling out the application form and also upload your recent photo and signature.
  7. On the final page, you have to pay the prescribed application amount.
  8. Now your application form has been submitted successfully, and you can take a copy of your online form for further reference.

NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Eligibility  

It is vital to review the eligibility requirements before applying. Failure to meet the specific criteria set for the NABARD Development Assistant Exam 2026 will result in the immediate rejection of your online application. 

NABARD Development Assistant Education Qualification (as on 01/01/2026)

Candidates must possess a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university with at least 50% marks (a passing grade is required for SC/ST/PWBD/EXS categories).

Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in translation between English and Hindi languages. 

NABARD Development Assistant Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)

The age limit for this recruitment is strictly enforced. Candidates must be born between 2nd January 1991 and 1st January 2005 (inclusive). Please review the specific age relaxation criteria as detailed in the official guidelines.

Minimum Age LimitMaximum Age Limit
21 years35 years

NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Exam Pattern  

Familiarizing yourself with the 2026 exam pattern is essential for understanding the marking scheme, syllabus weightage, and time allocation. A detailed breakdown of both the preliminary and main examination patterns is provided below.

NABARD Development Assistant Prelims Exam Pattern

  1. Each question carries one mark.
  2. The question paper will be available in both language Hindi & English.
  3. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks.
  4. The time duration of the preliminary examination is 60 minutes, with sectional timing of 20 minutes each section.
NABARD Development Assistant 2026 Prelim Exam Pattern
Name of TestNo. of QuestionsNo. of MarksDuration
English Language404020 minutes
Quantitative Aptitude303020 minutes
Reasoning Ability303020 minutes
Total10010060 minutes
NABARD Development Assistant (Hindi) 2026 Prelim Exam Pattern
Name of TestNo. of QuestionsNo. of MarksDuration
English Language404020 minutes
Test of Professional
Knowledge (Hindi/English)
303020 minutes
Reasoning Ability303020 minutes
Total10010060 minutes

NABARD Development Assistant Recruitment 2026 Syllabus  

The official syllabus for the 2026 exam helps candidates streamline their preparation. A comprehensive subject-wise breakdown, consistent with the official notification, is available for your reference. 

NABARD Development Assistant Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 - Click to Check

NABARD Development Assistant Cut-Off (Previous Year) - Click to Check

NABARD Development Assistant Salary & Pay Scale

The Development Assistant role at NABARD offers a competitive salary package, including various perks and allowances, distinguishing it from typical clerical positions. Refer to the official notification for details regarding the pay scale and gross emoluments. 

Post nameGross EmolumentsPayscale
Development AssistantRs. 46500/-Rs. 20700(1)-1200(3)-24300-1440(4)-30060-
1920(6)-41580-2080(2)-45740-2370(3)-52850-2850(1)-55700 (20 years)
Development Assistant (Hindi)

NABARD Development Assistant Previous Year Question Papers - Click to Download

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