NABARD recruitment 2026: Registration ends for 162 Development Assistant posts today, direct link to apply before deadline

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has invited applications for the post of Development Assistant 2026. A total of 162 vacancies are available, including positions for Development Assistant and Development Assistant (Hindi). Interested candidates must submit their applications online by today, 3 February 2026, as the portal will close after this date.

The recruitment process will be conducted in two phases – Preliminary and Main examinations. Before applying, candidates must go through the eligibility criteria, application process, and important dates. They are advised to act promptly so as not to face last, minute problems and to have proper submission of forms and fees.

Who can apply for NABARD recruitment

Candidates must be 21 to 35 years old as of 1 January 2026. A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university is required. Basic knowledge of computers is also necessary. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules. Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility conditions before submitting their applications.

How to apply online

Applications are being accepted online only through the official NABARD website. Candidates should complete registration, fill the form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee. Fees for General, OBC, and EWS candidates are ₹550, while SC, ST, and PwBD candidates need to pay ₹100. After submission, candidates should save the confirmation page for reference. Late applications or offline submissions will not be accepted.

Interested candidates can apply for the recruitment drive by clicking on the link below.

Direct link to apply for NABARD recruitment 2026.

NABARD recruitment 2026: Important dates

As per the official recruitment advertisement, the application window for NABARD recruitment will close on February 3, 2026. Check other important dates related to the recruitment drive below:


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