NABARD Grade A 2025: 91 Posts Out, Apply Nov 8

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released its much-awaited recruitment notification for the post of Assistant Manager in Grade ‘A’ for the year 2025. This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for aspirants, announcing a total of 91 vacancies across various streams. The online application process is scheduled to commence on November 8, 2025, and interested candidates must submit their forms by the deadline of November 30, 2025.

Key Highlights of the Recruitment

This year’s recruitment targets highly motivated and skilled individuals for key roles vital to India’s agricultural and rural development sectors. The vacancies are distributed across three important services:

Post Name	Total Vacancies
Assistant Manager (Rural Development Banking Service – RDBS)	85
Assistant Manager (Legal Service)	02
Assistant Manager (Protocol & Security Service)	04
Total	91

The release of the short notice has set the ball rolling, with the detailed official notification expected to be published on the same day the application link goes live, i.e., November 8, 2025, on the official NABARD website, www.nabard.org.

Important Dates for Applicants

Aspirants are advised to note the following crucial dates to ensure timely application and preparation:

• NABARD Grade A Notification Date (Short Notice): November 4, 2025
• NABARD Grade A Apply Online Starts: November 8, 2025
• Last Date to Apply Online: November 30, 2025
• Last Date for Fee Payment: November 30, 2025
• Phase I (Prelims) Exam Date: To be notified later

Eligibility Criteria: Age and Education

The eligibility requirements for the NABARD Grade A post are stringent and vary depending on the specific discipline.

Age Limit (as of a specified date, usually Nov 1, 2025)

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years

Relaxations in the upper age limit are applicable for candidates belonging to SC/ST, OBC, and PwBD categories as per government norms.

Educational Qualification (General Discipline)

While specific stream-wise qualifications (e.g., Finance, IT, Engineering, Rajbhasha) will be detailed in the official notification, the general criteria for the Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS) stream usually require:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates), OR
• A Postgraduate Degree, MBA/PGDM with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates), OR
• Professional qualifications like CA/CS/ICWA or a Ph.D.

Candidates are strongly recommended to refer to the detailed official notification on November 8, 2025, for precise eligibility conditions for their chosen specialisation.

Application Fee Details

The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.

Category	Application Fee (Approx.)
General / OBC / EWS	₹800/-
SC / ST / PwBD	₹150/-

Selection Process and Career Prospects

The selection process for the NABARD Grade A Assistant Manager post is highly competitive and is conducted in three structured phases:

1. Phase I: Preliminary Examination (Online – Objective): This is a screening test that assesses a candidate’s general aptitude and awareness, including sections on Reasoning, English Language, General Awareness, Computer Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, Decision Making, Economic & Social Issues (ESI), and Agriculture & Rural Development (ARD).
2. Phase II: Main Examination (Online – Objective & Descriptive): This phase tests in-depth knowledge of ESI, ARD, and includes a Descriptive English paper. Marks from this phase are considered for the final merit list.
3. Phase III: Interview: Candidates shortlisted from the Mains exam will be called for a personal interview, which assesses their personality, communication skills, and suitability for the role.

Salary and Emoluments

NABARD Grade ‘A’ Officers are offered a highly competitive compensation package. The initial basic pay stands at approximately ₹44,500/- per month. Including various allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Local Compensatory Allowance (LCA), and other benefits, the initial gross monthly emoluments are generally estimated to be over ₹1,00,000/- (subject to change as per the official notification and posting location). The role also offers excellent career progression opportunities within the apex development bank.

How to Apply Online

The application process is completely online. Eligible candidates should follow these steps starting November 8, 2025:

1. Visit the official NABARD website: www.nabard.org.
2. Navigate to the ‘Career Notices’ section.
3. Click on the link for “Recruitment to the Post of Assistant Manager (RDBS/Legal Service/P&SS) in Grade ‘A’ – 2025”.
4. Complete the New Registration with a valid email ID and mobile number.
5. Log in and fill out the detailed Application Form, ensuring all personal and educational details are accurate.
6. Upload the required documents, including a photograph and signature, in the specified format and size.
7. Pay the application fee through online payment modes.
8. Submit the final application and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.

Given the limited number of vacancies and the prestige of a role in NABARD, aspirants must start their preparation immediately.