The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), an all-India Apex Organization wholly owned by the Government of India, has released Advertisement for the recruitment of Development Assistant and Development Assistant (Hindi). This recruitment drive invites applications from eligible Indian citizens to fill vacancies across various Regional Offices in the country. The application process is entirely online, and the selection will be based on a competitive examination process.
This is a significant opportunity for graduates seeking a stable career in the banking and rural development sector with a prestigious government institution. Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute congestion on the website.
Important Dates:
Online Application Start Date: 17th January 2026Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment: 3rd February 2026
Phase-I (Preliminary) Online Examination: 21st February 2026 (Tentative)
Phase-II (Main) Online Examination: 12th April 2026 (Tentative)
Assam Region Vacancy Details:
NABARD has specifically listed vacancies for its Assam Regional Office. Candidates willing to work in Assam and possessing proficiency in the official language of the state are encouraged to apply.
Post Name: Development Assistant
Regional Office: Assam
Total Vacancies: 05 (Five)
Category-wise Breakdown:
Unreserved (UR): 04 PostsEconomically Weaker Section (EWS): 01 Post
Note: Candidates applying for the post in the Assam Regional Office must be proficient in the official language of the state (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding).
All India Vacancy Overview:
The recruitment covers a total of 162 vacancies across India.1. Development Assistant
Total Posts: 159 Participating Regions: Andaman & Nicobar, Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra (including Head Office), Manipur, Meghalaya, New Delhi, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
2. Development Assistant (Hindi)
Total Posts: 03 Participating Regions: Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra (Head Office, Mumbai), and Tamil Nadu.
Eligibility Criteria (As on 01 January 2026):
1. Age Limit:
Minimum Age: 21 YearsMaximum Age: 35 Years
Birth Date Range: Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02 January 1991 and not later than 01 January 2005 (both days inclusive).
2. Age Relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 Years (Up to 40 years)OBC: 3 Years (Up to 38 years)
PwBD: 10 Years (General), 13 Years (OBC), 15 Years (SC/ST)
Ex-Servicemen: Service rendered + 3 years (Max 50 years)
Widows/Divorced Women: 5 Years (Up to 40 years)
3. Educational Qualification
A. For Development Assistant:(i) Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University/Institution with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.
(ii) Relaxation: Pass class is sufficient for SC/ST/PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates.
(iii) Must possess knowledge of word processing on a Personal Computer (PC).
B. For Development Assistant (Hindi):
(i) Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University in English/Hindi medium with Hindi and English as compulsory or elective subjects with a minimum of 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD/EXS). OR Bachelor's Degree with Hindi and English as main subjects with a minimum of 50% marks (Pass class for SC/ST/PwBD/EXS).
(ii) Candidate must be able to translate from English to Hindi and vice-versa.
(iii) Must possess knowledge of word processing on a Personal Computer (PC).
Salary:
Selected candidates will receive a handsome remuneration package.Basic Pay: Rs. 23,100/- per month.
Pay Scale: Rs. 20,700 - 55,700 (spanning 20 years).
Gross Emoluments: Approximately Rs. 46,500/- per month initially.
Allowances: Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance, Transport Allowance, etc.
Perquisites: Residential accommodation (subject to availability), petrol reimbursement, newspaper, briefcase, book grant, allowance for furnishing of residence, dispensary facility, medical reimbursement (OPD/Hospitalization), interest-free festival advance, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), and loans at concessional rates.
Application Fee (Non-Refundable):
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: Rs. 100/- (Intimation Charges only) [plus GST]All Other Candidates (UR/OBC/EWS): Rs. 550/- (Application Fee Rs. 450 + Intimation Charges Rs. 100) [plus GST]
Staff Candidates: Exempted (Fee reimbursed upon verification).
How to Apply:
1. Visit the official website: www.nabard.org.2. Click on the link "Recruitment to the post of Development Assistant / Development Assistant (Hindi)-2026".
3. Register by clicking "Click here for New Registration" and entering basic details.
4. Note down the Provisional Registration Number and Password.
5. Upload scanned copies of:
Photograph (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm),
Signature (Black Ink),
Left Thumb Impression (Black/Blue Ink on white paper),
Handwritten Declaration (In English, on white paper with black ink)
6. Fill in the application form carefully and verify details.
7. Pay the application fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking.
8. Print the e-Receipt and the final Application Form for future reference.
Handwritten Declaration Text:
"I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required."
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📍 Important Note
This job notification is strictly applicable only for candidates from Assam and India.
Applications from outside India will not be accepted and should not apply.
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