The NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2025 notification has been officially released, offering a golden opportunity for graduates and postgraduates to secure a prestigious officer-level post in India’s apex rural development bank. The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has invited applications for 91 vacancies for the post of Assistant Manager (Grade A) in the Rural Development Banking Service (RDBS).
This is one of the most sought-after banking jobs, renowned for its high salary (approx. ₹1,00,000/- per month), job security, and impactful career path. This NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2025 drive is open for multiple streams, including General, Finance, IT, Engineering, and more.
This ultimate guide from Rojgardesk.com provides a comprehensive 1800-word breakdown of the entire process. We will cover the detailed eligibility criteria for each stream, the new exam pattern, the complete topic-wise syllabus for Phase 1 and Phase 2, and a step-by-step guide on how to apply online.
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NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2025: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Body | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Post Name | Assistant Manager (Grade A) – RDBS |
| Total Vacancies | 91 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Approx. ₹1,00,000/- per month (Gross) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | Nov 8, 2025, to Nov 30, 2025 |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, and Interview |
| Official Website | https://www.nabard.org |
Important Dates
Mark your calendar. The official schedule for the NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2025 is as follows:
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | November 4, 2025 |
| Online Application 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 |
| Phase II (Mains) Exam Date | To be Notified |
Application Fee
The application fee must be paid online. The fee varies significantly by category:
| Category | Application Fee | Intimation Charges | Total Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 650/- | ₹ 150/- | ₹ 800/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹ 0/- | ₹ 150/- | ₹ 150/- |
NABARD Grade A Vacancy 2025: Stream-wise Details
A total of 91 vacancies have been announced. Here is the detailed breakdown by discipline:
| Discipline (Stream) | Vacancies |
| General | 45 |
| Agriculture | 10 |
| Agriculture Engineering | 03 |
| Fisheries | 02 |
| Horticulture | 02 |
| Forestry | 02 |
| Land Development / Soil Science | 02 |
| Finance | 05 |
| Computer / Information Technology (IT) | 05 |
| Civil Engineering | 03 |
| Electrical Engineering | 03 |
| Geo-Informatics | 02 |
| Development Management | 02 |
| Human Resource Management (HR) | 03 |
| Rajbhasha (Official Language) | 02 |
| Total | 91 Posts |
NABARD Grade A Eligibility Criteria 2025
This is the most critical section. Eligibility is based on age and education, and it varies for each stream.
1. Age Limit (as on 01/11/2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Candidates must have been born not earlier than November 2, 1995, and not later than November 1, 2004.
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories is applicable as per government rules.
2. Educational Qualification (as on 30/11/2025)
Candidates must possess the required degree from a recognized university.
- General Stream:
- Bachelor’s Degree in any subject with a minimum of 60% marks (SC/ST/PwBD: 55%).
- OR Postgraduate Degree / MBA / PGDM with a minimum of 55% marks (SC/ST/PwBD: 50%).
- OR CA / CS / ICWA / Ph.D.
- Finance Stream:
- BBA (Finance/Banking) or BMS (Finance/Banking) with 60% marks.
- OR MBA (Finance) / PGDM (Finance) with 55% marks.
- OR Bachelor of Financial & Investment Analysis with 60% marks.
- Computer / Information Technology (IT) Stream:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, Data Science, AI, or Machine Learning with 60% marks (PG: 55%).
- OR Graduate with a DOEACC ‘B’ Level certificate.
- Agriculture Stream:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture with 60% marks.
- OR Postgraduate Degree in Agriculture / Agriculture (Soil Science), etc., with 55% marks.
- Agriculture Engineering Stream:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Agriculture Engineering with 60% marks (PG: 55%).
- Engineering (Civil / Electrical / Geo-Informatics):
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in the respective Engineering branch (Civil, Electrical, Environmental, Geo-informatics) with 60% marks (PG: 55%).
- Development Management & HR Streams:
- Relevant Bachelor’s (60%) or Postgraduate (55%) degrees in Social Work, Rural Development, Development Studies, or Human Resource Management (HR).
- Rajbhasha (Official Language) Stream:
- Bachelor’s Degree in English or Hindi with a PG Diploma in Translation.
- OR Master’s Degree in Hindi/English with the other language as a core subject in graduation.
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NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2025: Selection Process
The selection for this post is a rigorous three-phase process:
- Phase I: Preliminary Exam (Online – MCQ) – Qualifying in Nature
- Phase II: Main Exam (Online – Descriptive & MCQ) – Marks counted for merit
- Phase III: Personal Interview – Marks counted for merit
The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks from the Main Exam + Interview.
NABARD Grade A Exam Pattern 2025
Phase I: Preliminary Exam Pattern
This is a qualifying test. Marks are not counted for the final merit list, but you must pass it to be called for Phase II.
- Total Time: 120 Minutes (Composite)
- Total Marks: 200
- Total Questions: 200
- Negative Marking: Yes (1/4th mark)
Part 1: Qualifying Section (Non-Merit)
- Test of Reasoning (20 Qs, 20 Marks)
- English Language (30 Qs, 30 Marks)
- Computer Knowledge (20 Qs, 20 Marks)
- Quantitative Aptitude (20 Qs, 20 Marks)
- Decision Making (10 Qs, 10 Marks)(Candidates must clear a minimum cut-off in these 5 sections)
Part 2: Merit Section (Used for shortlisting to Phase II)
- General Awareness (GA): 20 Qs, 20 Marks
- Economic & Social Issues (ESI): 40 Qs, 40 Marks
- Agriculture & Rural Development (ARD): 40 Qs, 40 Marks(Total Merit Section: 100 Marks)
Phase II: Main Exam Pattern
This is the most important stage for selection.
- Paper I: General English (Descriptive)
- Type: Descriptive (Online typing)
- Questions: 3 (Essay, Précis writing, Comprehension)
- Marks: 100
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Paper II: Stream-Specific Paper
- For General Stream: Objective (MCQ) on Economic & Social Issues (ESI) and Agriculture & Rural Development (ARD).
- For Specialized Streams (IT, Finance, etc.): Objective (MCQ) on your specific subject.
- Marks: 100
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking: Yes (1/4th mark)
Phase III: Interview
- Candidates shortlisted from the Main Exam will be called for a Personal Interview.
- Total Marks: 50
The final selection will be based on the combined score of Phase II (Mains) + Interview.
NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2025: Detailed Syllabus
Here is a detailed, topic-wise syllabus to help you start your preparation for the NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2025.
Syllabus for Phase I (Common for All)
- Reasoning Ability: Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Blood Relations, Inequality, Coding-Decoding, Direction Sense.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Data Interpretation (DI), Number Series, Quadratic Equations, Approximation, Arithmetic problems (Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Percentage, Averages, etc.).
- English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Spotting Errors, Sentence Correction, Fill in the Blanks.
- Computer Knowledge: Networking, MS Office, DBMS, Internet Basics, Computer History, Shortcuts.
- General Awareness: National & International Current Affairs (last 6 months), Banking & Financial Awareness, Economy, Insurance, Science & Technology.
Syllabus for ESI & ARD (Merit Section)
This is the most critical part of both Phase I and Phase II (for General stream).
1. Economic & Social Issues (ESI)
- Nature of Indian Economy: Poverty, Unemployment, Inflation, Economic Reforms.
- Globalization: Social and Economic impacts, WTO, IMF.
- Social Structure in India: Demographic trends, Urbanization, Social Justice issues.
- Sustainable Development & Environment: Climate Change, SDGs.
- Rural Development: Rural banking, financial inclusion.
- Government Schemes: Focus on schemes related to rural and social development.
2. Agriculture & Rural Development (ARD)
- Agriculture: Basics of Indian agriculture, Agronomy, Soil science, Water resources, Farm and Agri-Engineering.
- Animal Husbandry & Fisheries: Poultry, Dairying, etc.
- Rural Development: Panchayati Raj Institutions, Rural credit system, NABARD’s role.
- Government Schemes: Focus on schemes related to agriculture, rural credit, and rural livelihoods (e.g., MGNREGA, NRLM).
How to Apply Online for NABARD Grade A Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps carefully to submit your application form:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to
www.nabard.organd navigate to the “Career Notices” section. - Find the Link: Click on the link “Recruitment to the Post of Assistant Manager (RDBS) in Grade ‘A’ – 2025”.
- New Registration: Click on “New Registration” and enter your basic details like Name, Mobile Number, and Email ID to generate a Registration Number and Password.
- Fill Application Form: Log in and fill in your personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload Documents: Upload your scanned photograph (20KB – 50KB) and signature (10KB – 20KB) as per the specified dimensions.
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the required fee (₹800 or ₹150) using online modes like Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Final Submit: Review your entire application form carefully before final submission.
- Print Application: Download and save a copy of the final application form and the e-receipt for your records.
Important Links
| Link Type | Link (Button) |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
