National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has officially announced a significant recruitment drive for the year 2025. With the release of Notification No. 05/Grade A/2025-26, NABARD is inviting online applications for 91 Assistant Manager (Grade ‘A’) posts across various disciplines.
This is a golden opportunity for graduates and postgraduates to build a rewarding career in one of India's premier financial institutions dedicated to agriculture and rural development. The online application window is open from November 8, 2025, to November 30, 2025.
📋 NABARD Recruitment 2025: Quick Overview
Before diving into the details, here's a quick snapshot of the recruitment notification.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Notification No. | 05/Grade A/2025-26 |
| Job Category | Central Government Jobs |
| Employment Type | Regular Basis |
| Total Vacancies | 91 Posts |
| Salary Range | ₹44,500 – ₹89,150 per month |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Start Date to Apply | 08-11-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30-11-2025 |
| Official Website | nabard.org |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s / Master’s / Professional Degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD). The specific qualifications for each post are detailed in the table below.
Age Limit (as on 01-11-2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
Age Relaxation is applicable as per government norms:
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC: +3 years
- PwBD (Gen/EWS): +10 years
- PwBD (OBC): +13 years
- PwBD (SC/ST): +15 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt. norms
Application Fee
- SC/ST/PwBD candidates: ₹150/-
- All other candidates: ₹850/-
- Mode of Payment: Online only.
📚 Post-Wise Educational Qualifications
Here is a breakdown of the minimum qualifications required for each specialized Assistant Manager post.
| Post Name | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| AM (General) | Bachelor’s (60%) OR PG/MBA (55%) OR CA/CS/CMA OR Ph.D |
| AM (Chartered Accountant) | CA Membership (ICAI) by 01-11-2025 |
| AM (Company Secretary) | CS Membership (ICSI) by 01-11-2025 |
| AM (Finance) | BBA/BMS (Finance) 60% OR MBA (Finance) 55% OR CA/CMA/CFA/FRM |
| AM (Computer/IT) | B.E/B.Tech (CS/IT) 60% OR M.Tech (55%) OR DOEACC ‘B’ Level |
| AM (Agriculture Engineering) | B.Tech/M.Tech (Agri. Engg.) – 60%/55% |
| AM (Plantation & Horticulture) | B.Sc/M.Sc (Horticulture) – 60%/55% |
| AM (Fisheries) | B.F.Sc (60%) OR M.F.Sc (55%) |
| AM (Food Processing) | B.Tech/M.Tech (Food Tech) – 60%/55% |
| AM (Land Development & Soil Science) | B.Sc/M.Sc (Soil Science) – 60%/55% |
| AM (Civil/Electrical Engineering) | B.Tech/M.Tech – 60%/55% |
| AM (Media Specialist) | PG in Mass Communication/Journalism (55%) |
| AM (Economics) | PG in Applied Economics (55%) |
| AM (Legal) | LLB (60%) OR LLM (55%) |
| AM (Protocol & Security) | Any Bachelor’s + 5 years Officer Experience in Army/Police |
💰 Salary and Benefits
- Post: Assistant Manager in Grade ‘A’
- Pay Scale: ₹44,500 – ₹89,150 per month
- Additional Perks: The position includes attractive benefits such as medical insurance, Provident Fund (PF), Traveling Allowance/Dearness Allowance (TA/DA), and other allowances as per the Central Government rules.
🚀 Career Opportunities at NABARD
Working as an Assistant Manager (Grade A) in NABARD offers vast exposure in the fields of rural banking, agriculture finance, IT, and development sectors.
Career Growth Tip: To enhance your profile and ensure career stability, consider obtaining certifications like JAIIB/CAIIB (IIBF), NISM Series-VIII, or certifications in Digital Banking.
🔍 Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be a multi-stage process:
- Phase I: Preliminary Exam – An objective type test.
- Phase II: Main Exam – A combination of objective and descriptive tests.
- Psychometric Test – This is a mandatory test.
- Interview – The final round of selection.
Exam Centers in Tamil Nadu: Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Salem, Tiruchirapalli, Tirunelveli, Vellore, Erode, Virudhunagar, Nagercoil/Kanyakumari, Thanjavur, Viluppuram.
The final results will be published on the official NABARD website.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date for Online Application | 08-11-2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 30-11-2025 |
| Phase I (Preliminary) Exam | 20-12-2025 |
| Phase II (Main) Exam | 25-01-2026 |
👉 How to Apply for NABARD Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps to submit your application successfully:
Read the Notification: Carefully go through the official NABARD Recruitment 2025 notification available on nabard.org to confirm your eligibility.
Prepare Documents: Keep a valid email ID, mobile number, and scanned copies of your photograph, signature, ID proof, and educational certificates ready.
Visit the Portal: Go to the official NABARD website and click on the “Apply Online” link for this recruitment.
Fill & Upload: Fill out the application form carefully, upload all the required documents in the prescribed format, and pay the application fee online.
Review and Submit: Double-check all the entered details before final submission.
Keep a Printout: Save or print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
🔗 Important Links
- Official Website: nabard.org
- Download Official Notification PDF: Click Here (Link will be active on the official site)
- Apply Online (Active from 08-11-2025): Click Here to Apply
