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NABARD Grade A 2026
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) · NABARD Grade A
Exam Overview
Recruitment of Assistant Managers in NABARD for the development financial institution supporting rural India and agriculture finance.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduate in Agriculture, Engineering, Economics, Finance or related stream with 60% marks. Age 21-30 years.
Exam Pattern & Stages
Stage 1 — Phase 1 (Prelims)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 |
| English Language | 40 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 |
- Mode
- Online CBT
- Duration
- 90 minutes
- Total Questions
- 120
- Total Marks
- 120
- Negative Marking
- 0.25 per wrong answer
Stage 2 — Phase 2 (Mains)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General & Development Awareness | — | 50 |
| Agriculture & Rural Development | — | 50 |
| Economics / Engineering / Other Specialist | — | 100 |
| Descriptive Test | — | 100 |
- Mode
- Online + Descriptive
- Negative Marking
- 0.25 per wrong answer in objective
Stage 3 — Interview
- Mode
- Personal
- Negative Marking
- No
Full Syllabus & Preparation
Deep knowledge of agriculture, rural development schemes and RBI/NABARD functions is essential. Follow the annual RBI report and NABARD's publications closely.
Frequently Asked Questions
NABARD Grade A 2026 ke liye eligibility criteria kya hai?
Graduate in Agriculture, Engineering, Economics, Finance or related stream with 60% marks. Age 21-30 years.
Exam pattern kya hai?
3 stage(s): Phase 1 (Prelims), Phase 2 (Mains), Interview.
Apply karne ki last date kab hai?
Please check the official notification for application dates. Visit the conducting body's website for the latest updates.