NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 91 Assistant Manager Posts
Overview
NABARD invites applications for 91 Assistant Manager positions in Grade ‘A’ across Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS), Legal Service, and Protocol & Security Service (P&SS). NABARD is a Government of India owned apex development bank offering excellent career opportunities in banking and rural development.
Organization Details
| Organization Name | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
|---|---|
| Total Posts | 91 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Job Profile | Assistant Manager in Grade A (RDBS, Legal Service, Protocol & Security Service) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 08 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 November 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | December 2025 (Tentative) |
| Mains Exam Date | January 2026 (Tentative) |
| Interview Date | February 2026 (Tentative) |
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit
Age Limit (as on 01-11-2025):
- RDBS/Legal – 21 to 30 years (Relaxation applicable as per government rules)
- Protocol & Security Service – 25 to 40 years (No relaxation)
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have required degree/qualification in the applied discipline. Only one post/discipline can be applied for. Final year/semester results must be declared on or before 01-11-2025.
| Discipline / Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| RDBS General | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject (60% marks, SC/ST/PWBD – 55%) OR Postgraduate Degree/MBA/PGDM (55% marks, SC/ST/PWBD – 50%) OR CA/CS/CMA/ICWA OR Ph.D |
| RDBS Chartered Accountant | Bachelor’s Degree + Membership of ICAI (before 01-11-2025) |
| RDBS Company Secretary | Bachelor’s Degree + Associate/Fellow Membership of ICSI (before 01-11-2025) |
| RDBS Finance | BBA/BMS (Finance/Banking) 60% OR MBA/PGDM (Finance) 55% OR CA/ICMAI/Bachelor of Financial & Investment Analysis/ CFA/FRM |
| RDBS Computer/IT | B.Tech/B.E./M.Tech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics/AI & ML (60%/55%) OR DOEACC B Level |
| RDBS Agriculture Engineering | Bachelor/Postgraduate in Agriculture Engineering (60%/55%) |
| RDBS Plantation & Horticulture | Bachelor/Postgraduate in Horticulture (60%/55%) |
| RDBS Fisheries | Bachelor/Postgraduate in Fisheries Science (60%/55%) |
| RDBS Food Processing | Bachelor/Postgraduate in Food Processing/Food Technology/Dairy Technology (60%/55%) |
| RDBS Land Development & Soil Science | Bachelor/Postgraduate in Soil Science/Agriculture/Environmental Science (60%/55%) |
| RDBS Civil Engineering | Bachelor/Postgraduate in Civil/Structural Engineering (60%/55%) |
| RDBS Electrical Engineering | Bachelor/Postgraduate in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics/Power Systems (60%/55%) |
| RDBS Media Specialist | Postgraduate in Mass Media/Communication/Journalism (55%/50%) |
| RDBS Economics | Postgraduate in Applied Economics 55%, Economics must be main subject all years |
| Legal Service | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (60%) OR LLM (55%). Practicing advocates must provide Bar Council certificate & experience. |
| Protocol & Security Service | Commissioned Officer in Army/Navy/Air Force with minimum 10 years (5 years for PWBD), valid Ex-Serviceman ID |
Vacancy & Reservation
| Post/Discipline | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | PWBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM (RDBS) General | 20 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 4 | 48 | 7 |
| RDBS CA | 2 | 1 | – | 1 | – | 4 | – |
| RDBS CS | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | 2 | – |
| RDBS Finance | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | – | 5 | – |
| RDBS IT | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 | – |
| RDBS Agriculture Engg. | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| RDBS Plantation & Horticulture | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | 2 | – |
| RDBS Fisheries | 1 | – | 1 | – | – | 2 | – |
| RDBS Food Processing | – | 1 | – | – | 1 | 2 | – |
| RDBS Soil Science | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | 2 | – |
| RDBS Civil Engg. | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | 2 | – |
| RDBS Electrical Engg. | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | 2 | – |
| RDBS Media Specialist | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 | – |
| RDBS Economics | – | 1 | – | – | 1 | 2 | – |
| AM Legal | 2 | – | – | – | – | 2 | – |
| AM P&SS | 3 | – | 1 | – | – | 4 | – |
| Grand Total | 91 | 7 | |||||
How to Apply
Visit the official NABARD website www.nabard.org → Register → Fill Application → Upload documents → Pay fees → Submit.
Important Links
Selection Procedure
The selection process is in four phases: Preliminary Exam → Mains Exam → Psychometric Test → Interview.
Application Fee (Non-Refundable)
| Category | Application Fee | Intimation Charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC/ST/PWBD | NIL | 150 | 150 |
| Others | 700 | 150 | 850 |
Emoluments & Service Conditions
Starting Basic Pay: Rs.44,500/- per month, with DA, HRA, Grade Allowance. Approximate gross: Rs.1,00,000/-.
- Perquisites: Bank accommodation, vehicle maintenance, internet, newspaper, books allowance, medical reimbursement, festival advance, leave travel concession, loans at concessional rates.
- Governed by New Pension Scheme, Gratuity & Group Term Insurance.
- Residential accommodation at certain centers, lease options available.
FAQs
1. Can I apply for multiple disciplines?
No, only one post/discipline can be applied for. Multiple applications for Grade A (RDBS) will result in last application being valid.
2. Is age relaxation available?
Yes, for SC/ST/OBC/PWBD candidates as per government rules. No relaxation for P&SS post.
3. What is the application fee?
SC/ST/PWBD: Rs.150, Others: Rs.850 (including intimation charges).
4. Where can I get the official notification?
Disclaimer
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