National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 17 Specialists Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official NABARD website. Application Starts From 19/12/2025 to 02/01/2026 The last date to submit the application form is 02-01-2026. With a total of 17 vacancies across multiple departments, including Risk Management, Rural Development, Financial Analysis, Data Science, and Information Technology, this recruitment targets individuals with specialized skills in these areas.
NABARD Specialists Recruitment 2026 Overview :
| Company Name | National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) |
| Post Name | Specialists on Contract in departments RMD, RMSMED, DOR, DDMABI, DIT and DEAR (various designations) |
| No of Posts | 17 Specialists on contract for Head Office, Mumbai |
| Salary | Consolidated remuneration ranges from ₹1.50 lakh/month to ₹3.85 lakh/month for most posts and ₹15–21 lakh/year for Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer; annual increment up to 10% may be granted based on performance at Bank’s discretion. |
| 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. |
| Age Limit | Minimum age 23–30 years for junior posts like Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer and Financial Analyst; maximum age up to 62 years for senior specialist posts, as specified for each post, as on 01 December 2025. |
| Start Date for Apply | 19 December 2025 (Online Application Registration and Payment of Fees/Intimation Charges opens) |
| Last Date for Apply | 02 January 2026 (Online Application Registration and Fee Payment closes) |
| Official Website | https://www.nabard.org |
Important Dates :
- Application Start Date: December 19, 2025.
- Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: January 2, 2026.
- Last Date for Printing Application: January 17, 2026.
- Interview Dates: To be announced
NABARD Specialists Recruitment 2026 Vacancies :
Total : 17 Posts.
| Department | Post Name | Total Posts |
| RMD | Additional Chief Risk Manager | 2 |
| RMD | Risk Manager – Data Analytics and Market Intelligence (DAMI) Cell | 1 |
| RMD | Risk Manager – Credit Risk | 2 |
| RMD | Risk Manager – Market Risk | 1 |
| RMD | Risk Manager – Operational Risk | 1 |
| RMSMED | Producer Organization Manager | 1 |
| RMSMED | Geographical Indications (GI) Manager | 1 |
| RMSMED | Incubation Centre / Startup Manager | 1 |
| RMSMED | Senior Consultant | 1 |
| DOR | Financial Analyst | 2 |
| DDMABI | Data Scientist‑cum‑BI Developer | 1 |
| DIT | Project Manager – IT Operations and Infrastructure Services | 1 |
| DIT | Project Manager – Information Security Operations | 1 |
| DEAR | Senior Statistical Analyst | 1 |
| Total | 17 | |
NABARD Specialists Recruitment 2026 Eligibility :
| Post Category | Educational Qualification | Mandatory Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Risk Management | PG in Finance/Economics/Statistics/Math or CA/ICWA/CFA. | 5–10 years in BFSI, with senior roles requiring 5+ years in senior management. |
| Finance/Analyst | PG Diploma/MBA (Finance) or ICAI/CFA with a Bachelor’s degree. | Varies by seniority; generally 3+ years in relevant financial analysis. |
| IT & Data Science | B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech/MCA in IT/CS/ECE/AI & Data Science (Min 60%). | 1–7 years depending on role (e.g., 1 year for Data Scientist; 7 years for IT Project Manager). |
| Rural Development | Master’s in Agriculture/Agri-Business/Rural Development/Marketing. | 5+ years in rural development, GI promotion, or cluster management. |
| Legal Specialist | Degree in Law (LLB) and enrollment as an Advocate. | 10+ years in legal departments of banks or as a practicing advocate. |
General Requirements
- Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens.
- Medical Fitness: Final appointment is subject to a medical examination by a Bank Medical Officer.
Age Limit :
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- Junior Roles (e.g., Data Scientist): 23–30 years.
- Mid-Level Roles (e.g., Financial Analyst): 24–35 years.
- Senior/Expert Roles (e.g., Senior Consultant, Risk Manager): 30–62 years.
- Management Roles (e.g., Project Manager IT): 28–62 years.
NABARD Specialists Recruitment 2026 Salary :
| Post Name | Monthly Remuneration (₹) |
|---|---|
| Additional Chief Risk Manager | ₹3.85 Lakh |
| Project Manager (IT Infrastructure/Security) | ₹3.00 Lakh |
| In-charge Survey Cell | ₹3.00 Lakh |
| Senior Statistical Analyst | ₹2.00 Lakh |
| Financial Analyst | ₹1.75 Lakh – ₹2.00 Lakh |
| Senior Consultant | ₹1.50 Lakh |
| Manager (Producer Organization/GI/Incubation) | ₹1.50 Lakh |
| Statistical Analyst | ₹1.25 Lakh |
| Data Scientist-cum-BI Developer | ₹15 Lakh – ₹21 Lakh (Annual CTC) |
Application Fee :
- SC/ST/PWBD candidates: Application Fee NIL, Intimation charges etc. ₹150 (exclusive of applicable GST); total ₹150 plus GST.
- All other candidates: Application Fee ₹700, Intimation charges etc. ₹150 (exclusive of applicable GST); total ₹850 plus GST.
- Bank transaction charges for online payment of application fee/intimation charges have to be borne by the candidate.
NABARD Specialists Recruitment 2026 Application Process :
- Registration: Click “APPLY HERE” under the specialist recruitment link and select “Click here for New Registration” to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Form Completion: Log in and enter personal, educational, and professional details. Use the “Save and Next” feature to verify data before final submission.
- Document Upload: Scanned copies of the following are required:
- Resume/CV: PDF format (max 500 KB).
- Photograph & Signature: Signature in black ink.
- Thumb Impression: Left thumb in black or blue ink.
- Handwritten Declaration: Written in English on white paper with black ink.
- Fee Payment: Pay the non-refundable fee online:
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹850.
- SC/ST/PwBD: ₹150.
- Final Submission: Save the e-receipt and a printout of the completed application form for future reference.
NABARD Specialists Recruitment 2026 Selection process :
- Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted for an interview in a 1:3 ratio based on their qualifications and years of relevant experience.
- Personal Interview: A Selection Committee evaluates candidates on domain expertise, professional background, and suitability for the post.
- Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present original documents, including a No Objection Certificate (NOC) if currently employed in a Government, PSU, or Bank.
- Medical Fitness: Final appointment is subject to being declared medically fit by the Bank’s Medical Officer.