The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released an update regarding the Development Assistant (Group B) Recruitment 2026. Candidates who applied for this recruitment are now waiting for the Mains Admit Card 2026. The mains examination is scheduled for 12 April 2026. Applicants are advised to stay updated and download their admit card once it is officially released.
National Bank For Agriculture & Rural Development (NABARD)
NABARD Development Assistant Mains Admit Card 2026
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 17 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 03 February 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 03 February 2026
- Admit Card Release: Available Soon
- Mains Exam Date: 12 April 2026
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹450/-
- SC / ST: ₹50/-
- Payment Mode:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- Offline Mode (if applicable)
Age Limit Details
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per NABARD recruitment rules.
Vacancy Details – Total Posts: 162
Development Assistant (General)
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 78 |
| OBC | 26 |
| EWS | 17 |
| SC | 21 |
| ST | 17 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s Degree in any stream
- Minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates)
- From a recognized university
Development Assistant (Hindi)
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 03 |
| OBC | 01 |
| EWS | 00 |
| SC | 00 |
| ST | 00 |
Eligibility
- Bachelor’s Degree with Hindi or English as a main subject
- Minimum 50% marks
- From a recognized university
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the following criteria:
- Must have completed graduation from a recognized university
- Required minimum marks as per category
- Must meet the age limit requirements
- Should fulfill all eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification
Selection Process
The selection for NABARD Development Assistant 2026 will be based on:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Final Merit List
How to Download NABARD Mains Admit Card 2026
Follow these simple steps to download your admit card:
- Visit the official NABARD website
- Go to the “Career” or “Recruitment” section
- Click on the Development Assistant Admit Card link
- Enter your Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth
- Submit the details
- Your admit card will appear on the screen
- Download and take a printout for exam use
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
Note– All candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the official notification before submitting the application form. Make sure you fully understand all the instructions and eligibility conditions before completing the application process.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. When will NABARD Development Assistant Mains Admit Card 2026 be released?
The admit card is expected to be released soon before the exam date.
Q2. What is the NABARD Mains Exam Date 2026?
The mains examination is scheduled for 12 April 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Candidates must be between 21 to 35 years as on 17 January 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee for General category?
The application fee for General, OBC, and EWS candidates is ₹450/-.
Q5. How can I download my NABARD admit card?
You can download it from the official website by logging in with your registration details.