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NABARD Assistant Recruitment 2026: Eligibility criteria, application fees and selection process explained

NABARD has opened applications for 167 Development Assistant posts. Online registration ends February 3, with prelims on February 21 and mains on April 12.

By NES Web Desk

Jan 20, 2026 16:22 IST

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has opened the application process for Assistant posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through NABARD’s official website.

According to the official notification, a total of 167 Development Assistant positions will be filled through this recruitment drive.

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Examination schedule and important dates

The registration process for this examination started on January 17 and will end on February 3.

The preliminary examination will be held on February 21, followed by the main examination on April 12.

Eligibility, selection process and application fee

To apply for this position, candidates must be between 21 and 35 years of age. Applicants should have been born between January 2, 1991, and January 1, 2005.

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The selection process will begin with a preliminary examination of 100 marks, which will be held for one hour. Candidates who qualify will appear for the main examination of 200 marks, scheduled for 2 hours and 15 minutes. A Language Proficiency Test may be conducted, if required.

Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and specially-abled categories will have to pay an application fee of ₹100, while other candidates will be required to pay ₹550.

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