Overview
NABARD has announced recruitment of 17 specialist posts on contract at its Head Office in Mumbai across departments such as Risk Management, Rural Development, Finance, Data Science, and IT. Vacancies range from junior to senior specialist roles with age limits 23–62 years, salary from ₹1.50 lakh/month to ₹3.85 lakh/month and ₹15–21 lakh/year for Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer. Applications are accepted online from 19 December 2025 to 02 January 2026, with interview‑only selection and fee of ₹700 + ₹150 for general candidates, ₹150 for SC/ST/PWBD. The article provides detailed eligibility, qualifications, salary, and application steps.
Key Details
- Organization
- National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
- Qualification
- Post‑specific mandatory qualifications such as Graduate/Postgraduate degrees in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Management, Rural Development, Agriculture, Business Administration, Engineering, IT, Data Science, CA/ICWA/CFA, etc., along with prescribed minimum experience as on 01 December 2025
- Vacancies
- 17
Important Dates
| application_start | 19 December 2025 |
| application_end | 02 January 2026 |
| eligibility_cutoff | 01 December 2025 |
| registration_period | 19 December 2025 to 02 January 2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
RMD: 7; RMSMED: 4; DOR: 2; DDMABI: 1; DIT: 2; DEAR: 1
Selection Process
Interview only; shortlisted in a 1:3 ratio based on qualification and experience. Current government/PSU employees must submit a No Objection Certificate. Final appointment subject to medical fitness and other conditions.
How to Apply
Register on the NABARD website under Career Notices., Click "Click here for New Registration" to obtain a provisional registration number and password., Log in and complete the online application form., Upload required documents (photograph, signature, thumb impression, declaration, CV)., Pay the application fee/intimation charges online., Submit the application., Print and retain the application form and payment receipt for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for NABARD Specialists Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 17 Posts?
application start: 19 December 2025; application end: 02 January 2026; eligibility cutoff: 01 December 2025; registration period: 19 December 2025 to 02 January 2026
What is the application fee?
SC/ST/PWBD: ₹150 + GST (intimation charges only); General: ₹850 + GST (₹700 application fee + ₹150 intimation charges)
What is the age limit?
23–30 years for junior posts (e.g., Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer, Financial Analyst) and up to 62 years for senior specialist posts (e.g., Additional Chief Risk Manager, Project Managers)
What is the selection process?
Interview only; shortlisted in a 1:3 ratio based on qualification and experience. Current government/PSU employees must submit a No Objection Certificate. Final appointment subject to medical fitness and other conditions.